John Bohan breaks down how to build an agentic workflow with five components: a trigger, an AI engine, plain-English instructions, integrations with apps like Gmail and Notion, and analytics to refine performance. These workflows automate repetitive tasks using platforms like Claude Code and Codex.
So what is an agentic workflow and how you can build one? Let me break this down into 5 simple components. First is the trigger, which is just whatever sets the process in motion, like a scheduled timer, a click of a button, or a prompt you type in. Second is the agent harness, which is the core AI intelligence engine that drives the system and operates the tools in the backend. Third is a skill folder, which is essentially a step-by-step instruction manual written in plain English that It tells your agent how to operate and complete the job. Fourth are the tools, which give the agent access to everyday apps like Gmail, Notion, or Instagram so it can take real actions. And fifth is analytics and optimization, where you review the agent's activity log and tweak your skill instructions so it performs more reliably over time. You can start building these workflows using standard agentic software like Claude Code and Codex. Or if you want some help, DM me the word agent to book an exploratory call.
