Hi, I’m Nicolas. A quick backstory: I went from baker → $1.5M with a WordPress product → lost most of it due to inexperience. Now I’m back doing what I love: building products and helping small businesses.
Today, I want to share a business model anyone can start with almost no money: selling AI assistants to small businesses.
Step 1: Why This Works
Small businesses lose money every day because they miss calls. A plumber is under a sink, a dentist is with a patient — missed calls = lost revenue. Big companies hire receptionists; small ones don’t have that luxury.
AI assistants can now:
- Answer calls 24/7
- Book/cancel appointments
- Answer questions automatically
This is cheaper than a human employee and saves thousands in lost revenue.
Step 2: Finding Your First Clients
Finding customers is the biggest challenge. Here’s where to look:
- LinkedIn: Search for small businesses hiring receptionists or admin roles.
- Indeed/Google: Look for local businesses in need of receptionists.
- In-person: Drive around local businesses, call numbers after hours.
These businesses already have a budget for this problem. You’re offering a cheaper, automated solution.
Step 3: Creating Your Demo
Before pitching, build a 15–30 second personalized demo for each business:
Example: “Hi, thanks for calling Bright Smiles Dental. I’m here to help schedule appointments, answer questions about services, or connect you with the team. How can I help you today?”
Customize with their:
- Business name
- Services
- Hours
- FAQs
This transforms your pitch from “idea” → “already built solution.”
Step 4: Pick Up the Phone
Cold calls work better than emails. Try this script:
“Hi, this is [Your Name]. I noticed you’re hiring a receptionist and wanted to show something that could save $X per year. I’ve set up an AI assistant demo for your business. Can I send you a 30-second demo?”
Most will agree to the demo. Once they hear it, they imagine the possibilities → easier to close.
Step 5: Pricing and Scaling
- Charge: $100–$200/month per client + one-time setup fee
- Platform costs: $30–$80/month per client
- Profit: $50–$120/month per client
- 10 clients → $500–$1,200/month
- 30 clients → $1,500–$3,600/month
Work is minimal after setup. Add-ons (reviews, follow-ups, reminders) increase revenue per client.
Why I Share This
No catch. I believe sharing value builds community and future opportunities. Money comes and goes, but relationships matter most.
Questions for You
- Has anyone started something similar?
- What’s stopping you from trying?
Drop questions in the comments — I’ll answer as much as possible. Let’s build something great together! 🙌