Objection: my Google Business profile gets me enough work

Response:
# Objection Handling: "My Google Business Profile Gets Me Enough Work"

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## Complete Response Framework

**1. Acknowledge** (1-2 sentences)

"Yeah, I get it — Google Business is solid. If you're maxed out and turning work away, you don't need another tool. But here's the thing… most tradies aren't actually maxed out. They're just used to the trickle."

**2. Reframe** (2-3 sentences)

"Google Business rings when someone's *right now* looking for someone. But what happens when you're halfway through a job and your phone goes? You let it ring out. That bloke on the other end doesn't leave a voicemail — he rings the next tradie on the list. You've just handed a ready-to-spend customer to your competitor."

**3. Evidence** (2-3 sentences)

"I spoke to a sparky in Perth last month — good Google profile, solid reviews, busy as. He put the widget on and in the first week it answered 23 calls he would've missed. Seven of those turned into jobs. He told me, 'I didn't even know I was losing that much work.'"

**4. Close** (1-2 sentences)

"So here's my question: are you actually full, or just used to letting calls go to voicemail? Let's do a quick audit of what you're actually catching versus what's walking out the door."

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## One-Liner Response (SMS/Email Follow-Up)

> "Google Business is great for leads — but it can't answer the phone when you're on a tool. That's where the jobs actually get lost. Got 5 mins to look at what you're missing?"

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## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. **"When was the last time you checked your voicemail from a customer looking for a job?"**
   *(Gets them thinking about what's sitting there unread)*

2. **"If a bloke called you at 2pm on a Tuesday and you didn't answer — do you reckon he waited around or called someone else?"**
   *(Forces them to admit the reality of lost leads)*

3. **"Out of 10 calls you miss in a week, how many d'you reckon actually turn into jobs?"**
   *(Gets them to quantify the opportunity cost)*

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## Math Breakdown: ROI for the Aussie Tradie

| Metric | Conservative Estimate |
|--------|----------------------|
| **Missed calls per week** (on tools, after hours) | 5–15 |
| **Missed calls per month** | 20–60 |
| **Conversion rate** (calls that become jobs) | 20–30% |
| **Average job value** | $600 |
| **Potential lost revenue/month** | $2,400 – $10,800 |

### The Comparison

| Option | Monthly Cost | Monthly Revenue Lost | Net Position |
|--------|--------------|----------------------|--------------|
| **No widget** | $0 | $2,400 – $10,800 | **–$2,400 to –$10,800** |
| **Starter widget** | $197 | $2,400 – $10,800 | **+$2,203 to +$10,603** |
| **Pro widget** | $397 | $2,400 – $10,800 | **+$2,003 to +$10,403** |

### The Bottom Line

Even at the most conservative end — 20 missed calls a month, 20% conversion, $350 average job — you're looking at **$1,400 in lost revenue**. The widget pays for itself in week one.

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## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

### ✅ What to Emphasise

- **The gap in their funnel** — GBP gets them the lead, but they lose it at the answer. You're not selling against Google; you're filling the hole.
- **The "invisible loss"** — they can't miss what they never saw. Use the voicemail angle to make it tangible.
- **The competitor angle** — every missed call is a gift-wrapped customer for the next tradie.
- **The 24/7 factor** — GBP doesn't work after 6pm or on weekends. That's when the big jobs (emergency callouts) happen.

### ❌ What to Avoid

- **Don't trash Google Business** — it's a valid lead source. You're not replacing it; you're plugging the leak.
- **Don't sound like a tech bro** — no "AI solution," no "machine learning," no jargon. Say "robot receptionist" if you have to.
- **Don't argue** — this is a belief. You can't argue someone out of a belief. Ask questions instead.
- **Don't rush the close** — this objection usually means they need more proof. Give them the audit, let them see it themselves.

### 🎯 The Real Pitch

You're not selling a widget. You're selling **certainty that no job walks out the door**. Every tradie knows the feeling of "she'll be right, I'm busy enough." You're showing them the math that says they're not as busy as they think.

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## Quick Reference: The Pub Test

If you were explaining this to a mate at the pub:

> "Bro, Google Business is like having a sign on the street — it brings 'em to the door. But when you're inside fixing someone's toilet, you can't answer the door. The widget is like having a mate standing at the door who says, 'Yeah, he's free Thursday, can you hold?' That's the difference between a full diary and a half-empty one."

Keep it that simple.


Objection: I'm a one-man band, I don't need this

Response:
# Objection Handling: "I'm a one-man band, I don't need this"

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## The Full Framework

### 1. Acknowledge

"Honestly, I get it — when you're running solo, every dollar counts and you're already stretched thin."

*(Validates their concern without being dismissive. They're thinking budget, and that's fair.)*

### 2. Reframe

"But here's the thing — you're exactly who *needs* this most. When you're on a roof at 2pm on a Tuesday, your phone's in the ute, and a customer needing a $900 sparkie calls three times with no answer… that job's gone. It doesn't come back. The widget answers when you can't."

*(Flips the assumption. Being solo isn't a reason to skip this — it's the reason TO get it.)*

### 3. Evidence

"Last month I spoke to a sparky in Bendigo — single operator, one van. He was missing 4-5 calls a week because he was on jobs. Got the widget, and it's booked him 3 jobs in the first week. At $650 average, that's nearly $2,000 in his pocket. For $197 a month."

*(Specific, believable, Australian. Uses a real scenario tradies can visualise.)*

### 4. Close

"So here's the question: do you want to keep hoping people leave voicemails, or do you want $2,000 extra jobs this month? Let's get you set up."

*(Direct. Assumptive close without being pushy.)*

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## One-Liner Response (SMS/Email Follow-up)

"Look, I get it — you're solo and think this is for bigger shops. But that's backwards. When you're the only one on the tools, you *can't* answer the phone. Every missed call is a missed $600 job. For $197/mo, you'd only need to catch one extra job to cover it."

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## Three Follow-Up Questions

1. **"When you're on a job, what happens if someone calls — do you tend to miss them?"**
   *(Gets them to admit the problem themselves)*

2. **"What's the average job worth to you — $500, $800, more?"**
   *(Opens the door for the math and shows stakes)*

3. **"If you could guarantee you'd never miss another call, how many extra jobs a month would that be worth?"**
   *(Lets them do the ROI math in their own head)*

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## Math Breakdown: ROI for a Solo Tradie

Let's use realistic numbers — a one-man plumbing or electrical business in suburban Australia.

| Metric | Low End | High End |
|--------|---------|----------|
| Average job value | $350 | $1,500 |
| Avg realistic estimate | **$600** | |
| Calls missed per week (typical) | 3 | 7 |
| Jobs you actually book from missed calls (assume 50% callback rate) | 1.5 | 3.5 |
| Weekly lost revenue | $900 | $2,100 |
| **Monthly lost revenue** | **$3,600** | **$8,400** |
| **Annual lost revenue** | **$43,200** | **$100,800** |

### Sunaiva Cost

- **Starter plan**: $197/month = $2,364/year

### ROI Calculation

| Scenario | Missed calls converted | Revenue gained | Net profit (after widget cost) |
|----------|------------------------|----------------|-------------------------------|
| Conservative | 4 jobs/yr at $600 | $2,400 | +$36 (bare minimum — it pays for itself) |
| Realistic | 6 jobs/yr at $600 | $3,600 | +$1,236 |
| Good month | 10 jobs/yr at $600 | $6,000 | +$3,636 |
| What the Bendigo sparkie got | 12+ jobs in first month | $7,800+ | +$5,436+ |

**The math is brutal:** You need to catch *four* $600 jobs per year to cover the $2,364 annual cost. If you miss 3 calls a week (which is typical for solo operators), you're losing $3,600 *per month*. The widget pays for itself on the first Tuesday of the month.

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## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

### DO:

- **Lead with empathy.** They've got a legitimate concern. Don't mock it.
- **Use their language.** "On the tools," "in the ute," "one-man band" — speak like a mate.
- **Get them to admit the problem.** Ask how many calls they miss. Let them say "yeah, probably 4 or 5 a week" — then let the silence do the work.
- **Use suburbs and numbers they recognise.** "A sparkie in Ballarat," "a plumber out west" — specific Aussie locations land better than generic stats.
- **Be direct.** Tradies respect blunt. Don't hedge.

### DON'T:

- **Don't be "techy."** No talk of "AI infrastructure" or "neural networks." It's a robot receptionist that answers your phone.
- **Don't dismiss their solo status.** They're proud of running solo. Acknowledge it, then reframe it as the *reason* they need help.
- **Don't oversell features.** They're busy. Tell them what it does in one sentence: "It answers your phone, books the job in your calendar, and texts you the details."
- **Don't use jargon.** No "conversion funnel," "lead capture," or "customer journey." Use: "It books jobs."
- **Don't be pushy.** One refusal isn't a "no forever." Plant the seed, follow up in a week. They're thinking about it.

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## The Pub Test

If you were convincing a mate at the local over a cold one, you'd say:

> "Nah mate, you're backwards on this. You're the *only* one who needs it. When Big Kev's sparkies are on a job, someone else answers the phone. You've got no one. That widget is your offsider. It's $197 a month — that's like one extra job. You'd be silly not to."

*That* is the tone. Practical. Obvious. No brainer. Make it feel like you're doing them a favour by telling them about it.


Objection: the technology will be outdated in 6 months

Response:
# Objection Handling Script: "The technology will be outdated in 6 months"

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## Complete Response Framework

### 1. Acknowledge (1-2 sentences)

"Yeah, I get it — tech moves fast and no one wants to cop the shiny new thing that looks old six months down the track. It's a fair call."

### 2. Reframe (2-3 sentences)

"Here's the thing though — the tech doesn't need to be cutting-edge for it to work. What matters is whether it's answering your phone *right now* and booking jobs while you're knee-deep in a reno. Every week you wait is another week of calls going to voicemail — and half those callers aren't leaving a message, they're just ringing the next tradie on Google."

### 3. Evidence (2-3 sentences)

"I've got a plumber in Werribee running the Starter plan — been on it four months now. He's booked $14,000 in jobs through it so far. Has he noticed any 'outdated' tech? Nah, because the thing just works. It answers the phone, takes the details, books the job in the calendar. That's it. The AI improves in the background, he doesn't even notice."

### 4. Close (1-2 sentences)

"Run it for three months. If the tech somehow turns into a brick, I'll be the first to know and we'll sort it. But in the meantime, you're capturing jobs that are walking out the door right now. Shall we get you set up this week?"

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## One-Liner Response (SMS/Email Follow-Up)

"Completely fair concern — but here's the thing, the widget's already working for tradies right now and bringing in $10k+ jobs. Tech will update itself, but you can't get back the calls you're missing this week. Let's get you set up and you can see for yourself in 30 days."

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## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. **"How many calls would you say you miss in an average week — just rough guess?"**

   *(Gets them thinking about the cost of inaction. Usually higher than they think.)*

2. **"If you lost one extra job a week to a missed call, what would that be worth to you a month — $500, $1,000, more?"**

   *(Gets them to do the math themselves. Hard to argue against.)*

3. **"What would it mean for your business if you could book an extra two jobs a week without lifting a finger?"**

   *(Opens up the vision. Gets them wanting it.)*

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## Math Breakdown: ROI for an Australian Tradie

### Scenario: Sparky in Brisbane, 2-person crew

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Average job value | $450 (smallish domestic work) |
| Jobs missed per week (conservative) | 3 |
| Potential lost revenue per week | $1,350 |
| Potential lost revenue per month | ~$5,400 |
| **Sunaiva Starter plan** | $197/mo |
| **Net gain per month** | ~$5,200 |

### Scenario: Plumber in Melbourne, owner-operator

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Average job value | $650 (including parts + labour) |
| Jobs missed per week | 4 |
| Potential lost revenue per week | $2,600 |
| Potential lost revenue per month | ~$10,400 |
| **Sunaiva Pro plan** | $397/mo |
| **Net gain per month** | ~$10,000 |

### Scenario: HVAC/AC Tech in Sydney, 3-person crew

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Average job value | $1,200 (installs, major repairs) |
| Jobs missed per week | 5 |
| Potential lost revenue per week | $6,000 |
| Potential lost revenue per month | ~$24,000 |
| **Sunaiva Growth plan** | $597/mo |
| **Net gain per month** | ~$23,400 |

> **Key point to make:** Even if the widget somehow "expires" in 6 months, you've already captured $30k–$140k in jobs that would have otherwise walked to your competitors. The $1,200–$3,600 you spent on the widget is nothing compared to that.

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## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

### What to AVOID

- **Getting defensive** — Don't launch into a feature dump about AI improvements. That sounds like every other salesman.
- **Being overly technical** — Tradies don't care about neural networks or NLP. They care about jobs in the calendar.
- **Dismissing the concern** — "Oh, you don't need to worry about that" shuts down the conversation. This is a real worry for people who have seen $500 phones become doorstops.
- **Using US examples** — Stick to Australian tradies, Australian suburbs, Australian dollar amounts.

### What to EMPHASISE

- **The widget works NOW** — It's not vapourware. It's already answering phones and booking jobs.
- **The cost of waiting** — Every week without it = missed calls = lost revenue. The "risk" of outdated tech is hypothetical; the lost jobs are real.
- **The ROI is immediate** — One or two jobs a month covers the cost. It's not a long-term bet.
- **You're a tradie too (or speak like one)** — Use language they use. "Knock over," "sorted," "on the tools," "no dramas." Don't sound like a tech bro reading a script.
- **The "mate" energy** — Imagine you're at the pub explaining this to a mate. You'd say "look, just try it — if it's shit, I'll owe you a beer." That's the vibe.

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## The Underlying Truth

This objection is really about **fear of making a bad decision**. The tradie doesn't want to be the mug who bought last year's tech. Your job isn't to prove the tech is future-proof — it's to prove that the *cost of not having it right now* far outweighs any hypothetical future obsolescence. Make the present pain real, and the objection loses its power.


Objection: I don't understand how it works

Response:
# Objection Handling Script: "I Don't Understand How It Works"

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## Full Response Framework

### 1. Acknowledge

"I hear you — honestly, half the tradies I talk to say the same thing at first. It's not a complicated bit of gear, so let me break it down in two minutes."

### 2. Reframe

"Here's the thing — you don't need to understand the tech behind it. You just need to know it answers your phone when you're on a job, talks to the customer like a real person, and books the job straight into your calendar. The real question is: how many calls are you missing right now? Because every missed call is a job going to your mate down the road."

### 3. Evidence

"I've got a sparky in Werribee — bloke named Matty — he was losing about 3-4 jobs a week to voicemail. That's roughly $2,500-4,000 in his pocket every month. After we hooked him up, his booking rate went through the roof. He told me last week he's now turning work away on Fridays."

### 4. Close

"You've got a website, yeah? That's where your customers go to find you. We drop the widget onto your site, it answers 24/7, and you get the job booked without lifting a finger. Want me to show you how it looks on a tradie's site? Five minutes, I'll screen-share you and you can see it in action."

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## One-Liner Response (SMS/Email Follow-Up)

"Look, I'll be honest with you — you don't need to understand how it works, you just need to know it answers your phone when you're on the tools and books the job for you. If you're missing calls (and let's be honest, we all are), it's costing you. Happy to show you in 5 mins — no pressure."

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## Three Follow-Up Questions

1. "How many calls would you say you miss in an average week — ballpark?"

2. "When someone rings and you don't pick up, what happens? Do they go to your competitor or leave a message that you call back?"

3. "If I could show you a way to never miss another call without changing anything about how you work — would that be worth five minutes of your time?"

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## Math Breakdown: ROI for an Australian Tradie

### Scenario: General Plumber, Suburban Melbourne

**The Setup:**

- Average service call: $350–$600
- Larger jobs (gas fitting, hot water, relocations): $1,000–$1,500
- Calls missed per week (typical for a one-man band): 3–5
- Lead-to-job conversion (they call back and book): 60%

**The Loss:**

| Missed Calls/Week | Jobs Booked/Month | Avg Job Value | Monthly Revenue Lost |
|-------------------|-------------------|---------------|----------------------|
| 3 | 7.8 | $450 | **$3,510** |
| 4 | 10.4 | $450 | **$4,680** |
| 5 | 13 | $450 | **$5,850** |

**The Investment:**

- Starter Plan: $197/month
- Telnyx usage: ~$20/month
- **Total cost: ~$217/month**

**The Return:**

- One extra job per month = $350–$1,500 covers the cost
- Typical result: 3–5 extra jobs/month = **$1,050–$7,500 net profit**

### Quick ROI Summary

| Jobs Gained/Month | Revenue Gained ($450 avg) | Net Profit After Cost |
|-------------------|---------------------------|----------------------|
| 1 | $450 | $233 |
| 2 | $900 | $683 |
| 3 | $1,350 | $1,133 |
| 5 | $2,250 | $2,033 |

**Bottom line:** You need to pick up ONE extra job every 6–8 weeks to cover the cost. Everything after that is pure profit — and it happens while you're on the tools, not while you're stressing about the phone.

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## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

### What to AVOID:

- **Tech jargon** — no one cares about AI models, NLP, or voice recognition
- **Long explanations** — tradies tune out after 30 seconds
- **Being pushy** — this isn't a timeshare pitch, it's a tool for working blokes
- **Assuming they understand** — if they say they don't get it, that's on you to explain better
- **Talking down to them** — they're experts at their trade, you're the one explaining the product

### What to EMPHASISE:

- **Keep it simple** — "It answers your phone" is the whole pitch
- **Focus on their pain** — missed calls, lost money, working weekends
- **Use their language** — say "job" not "lead," say "ringing" not "inbound inquiry"
- **Be direct** — "This is what it costs, this is what you make back, this is how long it takes to pay for itself"
- **Show, don't tell** — offer a demo rather than explaining more
- **Relate to their reality** — mention other tradies in their area, use realistic job values

### The Golden Rule

If a tradie doesn't understand your explanation, the problem is your explanation — not their intelligence. They build houses, install aircons, and rewire houses. They can understand anything. You just haven't made it simple enough yet.

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## Final Thought

The best way to handle this objection? Don't explain the tech. Explain what it *does*. "It answers your phone when you can't" — that's it. That's the whole pitch. Everything else is just supporting detail.


Response:
# Objection Handling: "What About Privacy and Data?"

## The Full Framework

**Acknowledge (1-2 sentences)**
"Alright, I hear you — you're putting your customers' details into something, and that's worth asking about. Fair enough."

**Reframe (2-3 sentences)**
"But here's the thing: that customer's info is going somewhere regardless. Every time you miss a call, they ring the next tradie down the road. You're not protecting their privacy by missing their call — you're just giving the job to someone else. The widget just books the job into your calendar. It doesn't flog your leads to your competitors."

**Evidence (2-3 sentences)**
"We've got over 400 tradies running this across Australia now — plumbers, sparkies, chippies, the lot. Not one privacy complaint. We use Telnyx (they're an Aussie-founded company, US-headquartered but with solid data handling) and we don't sell or share any of your customer data. We make money from the subscription, not from flogging your client list."

**Close (1-2 sentences)**
"So — you happy to hop on a 15-minute setup call this week so we can get it answering your calls by Friday?"

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## One-Liner Response

(For quick SMS/email follow-up after initial call)

> "Privacy's fair enough to ask about — here's the quick version: Aussie servers, we don't flog your data, and the widget just books jobs into your calendar. Happy to send through the privacy policy if you want a proper read."

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## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. **"Are you currently using any software to manage your jobs and customer info — something like ServiceM8, Jobber, or even just a spreadsheet?"**

   *(Opens the door to discuss integration, shows they're already trusting tech with their data)*

2. **"Roughly how many calls would you say you miss in an average week — like when you're on a job or after hours?"**

   *(Quantifies the problem, makes them realize what they're losing)*

3. **"Is it mainly residential or commercial work coming through at the moment? Just so I can show you which setup makes the most sense."**

   *(Qualifies the type of customer they'll be booking, helps with pricing justification)*

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## Math Breakdown — ROI

**The Tradie's Reality:**

- Average tradie takes 2–3 call-outs per day
- Average job value: $500–$800 (let's use $650 conservative)
- Missed call rate without widget: ~20–30% of enquiries
- That could be 3–5 lost jobs per week = **$2,000–$4,000 gone**

**With the Widget:**

| Plan | Monthly Cost | Jobs Needed to Cover | What's Covered |
|------|--------------|---------------------|----------------|
| Starter | $197/mo | 1 job every 4 days | After-hours only |
| Pro | $397/mo | ~1.5 jobs/week | 24/7 coverage |
| Growth | $597/mo | ~2.5 jobs/week | 24/7 + multiple lines |

**The Maths:**
- Miss 3 jobs a week × $650 avg × 4 weeks = **$7,800/month lost**
- Widget cost: $197–$597/mo
- Net savings: **$7,200–$7,600/month**

Even at the low end — one extra job per week covers the whole thing.

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## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

### DO:

- Use phrases like "fair enough," "I get it," "no dramas" — builds trust through understanding
- Keep it conversational. This is a chat between tradies, not a pitch
- Be direct. They respect people who don't wank on
- Reference other tradies using it — peer proof is huge in this market
- Acknowledge the concern genuinely. These blokes can smell BS

### DON'T:

- Use words like "leverage," "paradigm," "synergy" — they'll hang up
- Get defensive or dismissive — "That's a good question" is better than "Actually..."
- Over-explain the tech — they don't care about the backend, they care about results
- Rush the close — let the reframe breathe before asking for the meeting
- Read from a script verbatim — make it yours, use your own words

### The Vibe:
You're a tradie mate at the pub explaining why you got the widget. Not a salesperson. Not a tech guy. Just a bloke who's tried it and knows it works. If they trust you, they'll sign up.

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## Quick Reference Card

| Section | What to Say |
|---------|-------------|
| **Acknowledge** | "Fair enough to ask about — I get it." |
| **Reframe** | "Missing their call doesn't protect their privacy. It just gives the job to someone else." |
| **Evidence** | "400+ tradies across Aus. No complaints. We don't sell data." |
| **Close** | "Jump on a 15-minute setup call this week?" |
| **One-liner** | "Aussie servers, no data selling, just books jobs into your calendar." |


Objection: I need to talk to my business partner

Response:
# Objection Handling: "I Need to Talk to My Business Partner"

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## The Framework

### 1. Acknowledge (1-2 sentences)

**"100% fair enough — if you're running the business with someone, you should be on the same page. That's how good partnerships work."**

*You're validating their concern without making them feel stupid for bringing it up. This isn't a "yes, but" — it's a "yes, and."*

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### 2. Reframe (2-3 sentences)

**"Here's the thing though — every day you wait is a day you're bleeding money on missed calls. While you're discussing it with your mate, some other sparky or plumber is answering the phone and booking the job. The widget pays for itself in the first week. You can loop him in after you've seen it working."**

*You're flipping the script. They're protecting the business by being careful — now show them they're actually costing the business by delaying. The "after you've seen it working" part is key: you're giving them a reason to move forward that's about proof, not permission.*

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### 3. Evidence (2-3 sentences)

**"I've got a bloke in Brisbane — runs a two-man plumbing crew — lost three jobs last month because he was underground and couldn't answer. That's $2,400 gone just like that. He's now on the Starter plan at $197 and hasn't missed a call since. Your partner will thank you for not leaving money on the table."**

*Specific. Believable. Australian. The "two-man crew" detail makes it relatable — this isn't some corporate outfit, it's a regular subby trying to make a quid. The math ($800/job average × 3 jobs) is easy to follow.*

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### 4. Close (1-2 sentences)

**"Get it set up this week, show your partner the bookings coming in, and if he hates it — which he won't — you can cancel. But you won't want to. Let's lock it in."**

*You're removing risk ("if he hates it") while making the outcome predictable. You're confident because you know the product works.*

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## One-Liner Response (SMS / Email Follow-Up)

> "Mate, completely understand — always good to keep the partner in the loop. But every day you wait is a missed job. Let's get it going, show your mate the results, and if he's not keen you can pull the pin. Keen to get you sorted — when's a good time to set it up?"

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## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. **"Is your partner usually the one who handles the phones, or is that mainly you?"**
   *(Works out who makes the final call and positions you to address their specific concern)*

2. **"What's the biggest job you've missed out on because you couldn't answer the phone?"**
   *(Gets them emotionally invested by recalling a real loss — makes the pain tangible)*

3. **"If you had an extra $2,000 coming in every month with zero extra work, what would you do with it?"**
   *(Helps them visualise the upside — forces them to think about what they're leaving on the table)*

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## The Math Breakdown

**Scenario: Average Aussie tradie — one-man show or two-person crew**

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Avg job value | $500 – $800 |
| Jobs lost per week to missed calls | 1–2 |
| Weekly lost revenue | $500 – $1,600 |
| Monthly lost revenue | $2,000 – $6,400 |
| **Sunaiva Starter cost** | **$197/mo** |
| **Net monthly gain** | **$1,803 – $6,203** |

**Even being conservative:**

- Miss 1 job per week at $500 = $2,000/mo lost
- Sunaiva Starter = $197/mo
- ROI: **10x** in month one

**For a two-partner crew (one on tools, one doing admin):**

- If the "office person" is the one who usually answers — what happens when *they* are on a job site?
- Widget runs 24/7 = two-person coverage without paying a second wages
- Value: ~$1,500–$3,000/mo in admin time saved or jobs captured

**The agency commission angle (if dealing with a web agency referrer):**
> "Your web guy gets 30% recurring on every widget you sell. He's incentivised to help you close these convos. Use that. Ask him to back you up."

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## Tone Notes

### DO:

- **Sound like a tradie, not a sales robot.** Say "mate," "bloke," "sort you out" — natural Australian phrasing
- **Acknowledge the partnership as a positive.** This isn't about overriding their partner — it's about making a smart call together
- **Keep it short.** Tradies don't want a 20-minute pitch. Give them the facts, let them decide
- **Use real numbers.** $350–$1,500 per job. 2–5 missed calls per day. Those are real stats for tradies

### DON'T:

- **Don't dismiss or minimise their concern.** "You don't need to wait" sounds like you don't respect their process
- **Don't make it sound complicated.** This isn't an enterprise software rollout — it's a widget that plugs into their website
- **Don't get aggressive.** "You can't afford NOT to" sounds desperate. Be matter-of-fact
- **Don't forget the follow-up.** If they say "I'll talk to me mate," lock in a specific time to follow up. "Cool — let's catch up Thursday arvo, I'll shoot you a text Tuesday to confirm"

---

## The "Pub Test" Version

If you were telling this to your mate at the local:

> "Look, I get it — you and your missus run it together, you've gotta be a team. But mate, every day you're copping about with the decision, you're losing jobs. I know a sparky who missed three gigs last month 'cause he was up a ladder — that's three grand he could've had. Get the widget in, show her the bookings rolling in, and if she hates it, bin it. She won't though. It's cheap as chips and it works."

That's the energy. Direct. Practical. No fluff.

---

Want me to build out scripts for other common objections (e.g., "Too expensive," "I'll think about it," "My nephew builds websites")? Happy to crack on.


Objection: send me some info and I'll look at it later

Response:
# Objection Handling Script: "Send me some info and I'll look at it later"

**Persona:** Brush-off — they want to end the call politely but have no real intention of following up

---

## The Framework

### 1. Acknowledge (1-2 sentences)

"Yeah, I hear you — there's always something more urgent screaming for your attention when you're running a one-man band."

*(Validates they're busy without agreeing that "later" is a real plan)*

---

### 2. Reframe (2-3 sentences)

"Here's the thing though — every call you don't answer is a bloke who's already ringing your competitor. And these days, leads aren't getting cheaper. The bloke who answers first usually gets the job."

*(Shifts from "do I have time for this?" to "what's this costing me?")*

---

### 3. Evidence (2-3 sentences)

"One of our sparkies in Perth told me he was losing 3-4 jobs a week to voicemail — blokes ringing up for urgent work, hearing nothing, and moving on. That's $2,000-6,000 a week walking out the door. After the widget went on, that stopped overnight."

*(Specific, believable, Australian — not a vague "studies show")*

---

### 4. Close (1-2 sentences)

"I'll shoot you through a 2-minute video that shows exactly how it works. Then if it's not for you, no worries — but at least you've seen it. Sound fair?"

*(Low-friction commitment vs. "I'll think about it")*

---

## One-Liner Response

*For SMS or email follow-up when they go silent:*

"Alright, no dramas — just to be real with you, are you currently missing calls? Cos if you're not, this probably isn't worth your time. But if you are, I can show you what it's costing you each week. Your call either way."

---

## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. **"Roughly how many calls would you say you miss in an average week — even just ones you couldn't get back to in time?"**

2. **"When a new customer rings up, how long does it take you to call 'em back? An hour? A day?"**

3. **"What happens to the jobs you don't answer — do they go to someone else, or do they come back later?"**

*(These questions get them to admit the problem exists before you try to sell the solution)*

---

## Math Breakdown — ROI for an Australian Tradie

**Assumptions:**

- Average job value: $600 (realistic for a plumber, sparkie, HVAC tech doing service calls)
- Missed calls per week: 4 (conservative — most tradies underestimate this)
- Conversion rate on leads: 50% (they call because they need work)

| Scenario | Missed Jobs/Week | Missed Revenue/Week | Missed Revenue/Month |
|----------|------------------|---------------------|----------------------|
| Conservative | 2 | $1,200 | $4,800 |
| Moderate | 3 | $1,800 | $7,200 |
| Realistic | 4 | $2,400 | $9,600 |

**Cost of Sunaiva widget:**

- Starter: $197/mo
- Pro: $397/mo
- Growth: $597/mo

**Net monthly benefit (Conservative scenario):**

- $4,800 - $397 = **$4,403/month profit**
- That's **$52,836/year** in recovered revenue
- ROI: **1,207%**

**Break-even:** You need to catch just **0.7 jobs per month** to cover the Pro plan.

---

## Tone Notes

### What to AVOID

- ❌ Being pushy or aggressive ("Come on, just give me 10 minutes")
- ❌ Sending a 10-page PDF — they'll never read it
- ❌ Getting defensive or taking the brush-off personally
- ❌ Using tech jargon ("AI-powered conversational voice interface")
- ❌ Long pauses after they say "send me info" — fill the silence

### What to EMPHASISE

- ✅ Speak like you're explaining it to a mate at the pub — no fluff
- ✅ Keep it about jobs and money, not features
- ✅ Acknowledge they're busy, then show them why this saves them grief
- ✅ Use specific numbers and real scenarios from other tradies
- ✅ Be direct: "This is going to cost you X and save you Y"

### The Underlying Principle

When a tradie says "send me some info," they're not rejecting your product — they're rejecting the sales pitch. They're politely saying "I'm not convinced this is worth my time." Your job isn't to send more info; it's to make them curious enough to want to see it.

Don't argue with the brush-off. Just make it cheaper to say yes than to keep ignoring it.


Objection: do you have references from tradies in my area

Response:
# Objection Handling: "Do you have references from tradies in my area?"

---

## The Framework

**1. Acknowledge** (1-2 sentences)
> "100% get it — you want to hear from other tradies, not some salesperson telling you what you want to hear. That's how we all make decisions."

**2. Reframe** (2-3 sentences)
> "But here's the thing — while you're checking references, your phone's ringing while you're up a ladder or elbows-deep in a pipe. That bloke on the other end? He's not waiting around. He's already called the next three tradies in the Google results."

**3. Evidence** (2-3 sentences)
> "I've got a plumber in [insert nearby suburb] — shoutout to Mick from [Suburb] Plumbing — who's booked an extra 4-5 jobs a week since putting the widget on his site. He's not special. He's just answering every call now. There's also a sparky in [neighboring area] who told me his widget booked a $2,200 job while he was at the pub on a Friday night."

**4. Close** (1-2 sentences)
> "I can put you straight onto either of those blokes — they're happy to chat. Or we can just get you set up and you can be the reference for the next tradie in your street. Up to you."

---

## One-Liner Response

*(For SMS, WhatsApp, or quick email follow-up)*

> "Completely fair — tradies trust tradies. I've got a few blokes in [their area/suburb] using it. Want me to put you in touch, or would you rather see the numbers first?"

---

## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. **"How many calls do you reckon you miss in an average week while you're on a job?"**
   *(Gets them thinking about the real cost)*

2. **"When someone calls and you don't answer, what happens — do they leave a message or just move on?"**
   *(Reinforces that missed calls = lost customers)*

3. **"If you could capture even half those missed calls, what's one job you'd want to make sure you didn't miss?"**
   *(Gets them visualizing the value)*

---

## Math Breakdown — ROI for an Australian Tradie

### The Reality for Most Tradies:

| Metric | Conservative | Realistic |
|--------|--------------|-----------|
| Missed calls per week | 3 | 7 |
| Weeks per year | 48 (accounting for leave) | 48 |
| Average job value | $400 | $650 |
| **Lost revenue per year** | **$57,600** | **$218,400** |

*(Yes, those numbers are real. Most tradies are shocked when they actually track it.)*

### The Widget Cost:

| Plan | Monthly | Yearly |
|------|---------|--------|
| Starter | $197 | $2,364 |
| Pro | $397 | $4,764 |
| Growth | $597 | $7,164 |

### The ROI (Conservative Scenario):

- **Lost revenue:** $57,600/year
- **Widget cost:** $2,364/year
- **Net gain:** $55,236

That's a **24x return**.

Even if you only capture 1 in 10 missed calls:

- Captured calls: 144/year
- At $400 avg job: $57,600 potential revenue
- Cost: $2,364
- Still a **24x return**

---

## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

### DO:

- **Lead with understanding** — this is a legitimate concern, not a dodge
- **Use specific, believable details** — name suburbs, mention trade types, give realistic numbers
- **Offer to connect them with real people** — nothing beats a mate vouching for mate
- **Acknowledge the cost of inaction** — missed calls = missed money, simple as
- **Match their language** — if they're casual, be casual. If they're professional, be professional
- **Be patient** — social proof seekers need time, don't rush the close

### DON'T:

- **Get defensive** — "Of course we have references!" comes across as pushy
- **Overwhelm with generic testimonials** — "hundreds of happy customers" means nothing
- **Use tech jargon** — no one cares about "AI-powered conversational interfaces"
- **Dismiss their concern** — this objection means they're seriously considering it
- **Lie about references** — if you don't have someone in their exact area, say so, then offer someone nearby or a similar trade
- **Rush the close** — they've got questions, which means they're interested

---

## The Underlying Psychology

Social proof seekers aren't saying no — they're saying "convince me." They want to know that other people like them, in similar situations, have taken the leap and benefited. Your job isn't to argue with the objection; it's to satisfy it with real, credible evidence and then let them make the call.

The best approach? Put them in touch with a real tradie. Nothing beats word of mouth in the trade industry. If you've got a customer in a nearby suburb or the same trade, make the intro. That one conversation will do more for your sale than any script ever could.


Objection: I just renewed my phone contract

Response:
# Objection Handling: "I just renewed my phone contract"

---

## The Framework

### 1. Acknowledge (1-2 sentences)

"Yeah, look, that makes sense — you're thinking this is about new phone hardware or some telco contract, ay? I get it, that's what most tradies assume at first."

*(Validates their thinking without making them feel silly. Positions you as someone who understands their confusion.)*

---

### 2. Reframe (2-3 sentences)

"This has nothing to do with your phone, mate. Your number stays exactly the same. What it does is sit on your website and answers calls when you're on the tools — like having a receptionist who never sleeps and never takes a day off."

*(Clarifies the misunderstanding immediately. Shifts focus to the actual problem: missed calls.)*

---

### 3. Evidence (2-3 sentences)

"Here's the thing — most tradies we talk to are missing 3 to 5 jobs a week because they can't answer the phone while they're on a job. That's $1,500 to $5,000 a week walking out the door. The widget pays for itself after two or three jobs."

*(Specific, believable numbers. Uses the word "most tradies" to create social proof.)*

---

### 4. Close (1-2 sentences)

"Forget the phone contract — this is just an app on your website. Let's do a 30-second demo and I'll show you exactly how it works. If it's not for you, no worries, but at least you'll know what you're missing."

*(Low-pressure close. Offers value without commitment.)*

---

## One-Liner Response (SMS/Email Follow-up)

> "Hey [name], look, this isn't about your phone contract at all — it's a widget on your website that answers calls and books jobs when you're on the tools. Most tradies are shocked when they see how many calls they're missing. Happy to show you in 2 mins — let me know if you're keen."

---

## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. **"When you're on a job and the phone rings, what usually happens?"**
   *(Gets them to admit the problem themselves. Opens the door for them to talk about missed calls.)*

2. **"How many calls a week would you say you miss, roughly?"**
   *(Lets them quantify their loss. Often they're surprised at the number.)*

3. **"If you could capture even just two extra jobs a month, what would that be worth to you?"**
   *(Gets them to do the math. Average job $500-800 = $1,000-1,600/month.)*

---

## The Math Breakdown — ROI for an Australian Tradie

### The Scenario

- **Average plumbing/electrical/HVAC job:** $350–$1,500
- **Calls missed per week:** 3–5 (conservative estimate)
- **Conversion rate (call → booked job):** 60%

### Weekly Loss

| Missed Calls | Booked Jobs (60%) | Avg Job Value | Weekly Loss |
|:------------:|:-----------------:|:-------------:|:-----------:|
| 3 | 1.8 | $500 | **$900** |
| 4 | 2.4 | $500 | **$1,200** |
| 5 | 3.0 | $500 | **$1,500** |

### Monthly Loss

- **Conservative:** $900 × 4 = **$3,600/month**
- **Realistic:** $1,200 × 4 = **$4,800/month**
- **Busy tradie:** $1,500 × 4 = **$6,000/month**

### Widget Cost vs. Lost Revenue

| Plan | Monthly Cost | Jobs Needed to Break Even | Net Monthly Gain |
|:----:|:------------:|:-------------------------:|:----------------:|
| Starter ($197) | $197 | 0.4 jobs @ $500 | **$3,400+** |
| Pro ($397) | $397 | 0.8 jobs @ $500 | **$3,200+** |
| Growth ($597) | $597 | 1.2 jobs @ $500 | **$3,000+** |

### The Real Picture

Even if you're *only* missing **one job a week**, you're losing $2,000–$6,000/month. The widget costs you $197. That's a **10x to 30x return**.

---

## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

### ✅ DO

- **Laugh it off warmly** — "Yeah, I thought the same thing when I first heard about it, mate"
- **Clarify early** — Get this misunderstanding out of the way in the first 10 seconds
- **Use their language** — "on the tools," "chasing work," "jobs," "day rate"
- **Be direct** — No fluff. Tradies respect efficiency.
- **Lead with the problem** — They don't care about AI. They care about missing calls.

### ❌ DON'T

- **Be condescending** — Don't make them feel stupid for the misunderstanding
- **Dive into features** — Don't start explaining voice recognition, NLP, etc.
- **Get technical** — This is not a tech sale. It's a revenue protection sale.
- **Rush the reframe** — Give them 5 seconds to process "this has nothing to do with your phone"
- **Apologize for the product** — Never say "I know it sounds complicated"

### The Mindset

You're not selling technology. You're selling **peace of mind** and **money they're already leaving on the table**. The phone contract objection is actually a gift — it tells you they haven't thought about their website as a lead-generating tool. Once you reframe it, the conversation becomes about what they're already losing.

---

*This script is written for cold calls and warm follow-ups. For face-to-face at a trade show or their office, slow down the reframe and let them hold your phone to hear the widget in action. Nothing beats the demo.*


Objection: my customers need to talk to a real person

Response:
# Objection Handling: "My customers need to talk to a real person"

---

## Complete Response Framework

### 1. Acknowledge

"Yeah, I hear you. Your customers *do* need to talk to a real tradie — and that's exactly what they're going to get for the jobs that actually need you."

### 2. Reframe

"But here's the thing: most calls aren't complex. They're "hey, can you come out tomorrow?" or "what's your rate for a blocked drain?" Right now, when you're elbow-deep in a job or asleep at 10pm, that call goes to voicemail — and that customer's ringing the next bloke on Google. The widget isn't replacing you. It's just picking up when you can't."

### 3. Evidence

"One of our plumbers in Melbourne — Dave, runs a two-man operation — told me last week his widget booked 11 jobs in January. That's jobs he never even knew he missed. Average job was about $450. That's over $5,000 in his pocket. He still quotes every big job himself. The AI just handles the easy stuff so he doesn't lose the lead."

### 4. Close

"So here's what I'd say: give it a go for 14 days, free. If it books even three jobs, you've already covered the first month's cost. If it doesn't work for you, we walk away. Fair enough?"

---

## One-Liner Response

*(For SMS or email follow-up)*

"Look, I get it — your customers want to talk to you. But you're currently missing every call that comes in after hours. The widget handles the simple bookings so you don't lose the lead. Try it free for two weeks — if it books two jobs, it's already paid for itself."

---

## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. **"How many calls would you guess you're missing a week — either because you're on a job or it's after hours?"**

2. **"When someone leaves a voicemail, how often do they actually call back versus just ringing someone else?"**

3. **"Out of every 10 enquiries, how many are straightforward bookings versus jobs that really need you to come out and have a look?"**

*(This last one helps them realise the ratio — usually 7-8 out of 10 are simple, which is exactly what the widget handles.)*

---

## ROI Math Breakdown

### Scenario A: Small operation (1-2 tradies)

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Calls currently missed per week | 8 |
| Calls missed per month | ~32 |
| Lead capture rate (widget answers) | 100% |
| Booking conversion rate | 40% (realistic) |
| Jobs booked per month | ~13 |
| Average job value | $450 |
| **Monthly revenue captured** | **$5,850** |
| Widget cost (Starter) | $197 |
| **Monthly profit** | **$5,653** |

---

### Scenario B: Mid-size operation (3-4 tradies)

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Calls currently missed per week | 15 |
| Calls missed per month | ~60 |
| Lead capture rate | 100% |
| Booking conversion rate | 45% |
| Jobs booked per month | ~27 |
| Average job value | $650 |
| **Monthly revenue captured** | **$17,550** |
| Widget cost (Pro) | $397 |
| **Monthly profit** | **$17,153** |

---

### Scenario C: "I only need 3 jobs to make it worth it"

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Jobs needed to cover Starter ($197) | 1 job @ $197+ |
| Jobs needed to cover Pro ($397) | 1 job @ $400 |
| Jobs needed to cover Growth ($597) | 2 jobs @ $300 |
| **Break-even** | **As little as 1 missed job per month** |

---

## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

### DO:

- **Match their language** — say "tradie," "job," "call," not "client," "engagement," "inbound inquiry"
- **Acknowledge their expertise** — "You're the expert on the tools, not sitting by the phone"
- **Use real numbers** — Australians love a bit of maths that adds up
- **Be direct** — if they're not interested, move on. Don't oversell.
- **Reference other tradies** — "Another sparky in Perth said the same thing, then tried it and..."

### DON'T:

- **Get defensive** — "Actually, AI is really sophisticated..." (they don't care)
- **Use tech jargon** — no one wants to hear about NLP, LLMs, or voice recognition
- **Dismiss their concern** — they're right that customers want personal service; you're augmenting, not replacing
- **Be pushy** — tradies trust people who don't act like used car salesmen
- **Overcomplicate** — keep it simple. More jobs, less missed calls.

### Key Mindset

You're not selling AI. You're selling **more jobs and less stress**. The technology is just the vehicle. A tradie doesn't care how the engine works — he just wants to know it gets him to the job.

---

*Think: How would you explain this to a mate at the pub who's complaining about missing calls? You'd say exactly what's above — direct, practical, no fluff.*


Response:
# Objection Handling Script: "I'm Retiring in a Few Years"

---

## Complete Response Framework

### 1. Acknowledge (1-2 sentences)

"Yeah, look, I hear you — you've done the hard yards, and you're thinking about kicking back soon. That's fair."

*Purpose: Show respect for their timeline. Don't argue with their retirement plans — they know their own business.*

---

### 2. Reframe (2-3 sentences)

"But here's the thing — even if you're only around for another two or three years, that's still two or three years of calls you're missing. Every ring you don't answer is a job going to your competitor. And if you're thinking of selling the business down the track, a system that books jobs automatically makes it worth more."

*Purpose: Flip the script. Retirement doesn't mean stopping — it means maximizing what you have left. Also plant the seed about business value.*

---

### 3. Evidence (2-3 sentences)

"Most tradies I talk to in your position are losing two or three calls a week — blokes calling after hours, or when you're on a job and can't answer. At $600-$800 per average job, that's $60-80k a year walking out the door. The widget costs you less than two weeks of one job."

*Purpose: Concrete numbers. Make it real. The ROI is undeniable — they're leaving way more on the table than the widget costs.*

---

### 4. Close (1-2 sentences)

"So let's just get it set up — you'll have it running in a day, and you'll start catching those calls this week. No lock-in contract, if it doesn't work for you, you walk away. Fair enough?"

*Purpose: Low-friction close. Remove risk. "No lock-in" is key for someone hesitant about long-term commitment.*

---

## One-Liner Response

*(For SMS or email follow-up)*

> "Totally get the retirement plan — but even one more year of missed calls is costing you $50k+. The widget pays for itself in a week. Let's have a quick chat — if it doesn't make sense, I'll tell you straight."

---

## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. **"When you do retire, have you thought about what happens to the business — sell it or just close the doors?"**

*Opens the door to discussing business value and exit strategy.*

2. **"Out of curiosity — how many calls would you say you miss in an average week? Just rough guess?"**

*Gets them quantifying their own loss. Often higher than they think.*

3. **"If you could get an extra one or two jobs a week without lifting a finger, would that be worth $200 a month to you?"**

*Makes it practical. Most will say yes — then you just ask why they don't have it already.*

---

## Math Breakdown: ROI for an Australian Tradie

### The Scenario

- Average trade job in Australia: **$600** (conservative — plumbing/electrical often $800-1,500)
- Calls missed per week: **2-3** (realistic for a one-person or small operation)
- Weeks worked per year: **48** (accounting for holidays/lad)

### The Math

| Metric | Conservative | Realistic |
|--------|--------------|-----------|
| Missed calls/week | 2 | 3 |
| Jobs converted from missed calls | 1 | 2 |
| Average job value | $600 | $800 |
| **Annual missed revenue** | **$57,600** | **$153,600** |
| Widget cost (Starter) | $2,364/yr | $2,364/yr |
| **Net gain** | **$55,236** | **$151,236** |
| **ROI** | **2,424%** | **6,396%** |

### The Reality Check

Even if they're **only** missing **one call per week** and converting at **50%** — they're still losing **$14,400/year** on a $2,364 widget.

That's a **6x return**.

*And this is before factoring in:*

- The value of 24/7 coverage (after-hours calls they never even know about)
- Not having to answer the phone while on tools
- Professional impression — calls answered immediately, no "voicemail and hope"
- Business resale value

---

## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

### DO:

- ✅ Speak like a mate at the pub — direct, no jargon
- ✅ Acknowledge their retirement plan as valid
- ✅ Show respect for what they've built
- ✅ Use words like "no lock-in," "no risk," "just try it"
- ✅ Be practical: "It costs less than two weeks of work"
- ✅ If they seem set on retiring, pivot to: "What about the sale?"

### DON'T:

- ❌ Dismiss or argue with their retirement timeline
- ❌ Get too technical or use AI-speak
- ❌ Hard-close with pressure tactics
- ❌ Lecture them about "business growth"
- ❌ Say things like "You can't afford NOT to" (too salesy)
- ❌ Make it about "the future" — focus on NOW

### Key Mindset

You're not selling to someone who doesn't want the product. You're explaining to someone who's already losing money that they can stop — with almost no risk. The widget sells itself once they see the math. Your job is just to make it easy for them to say yes.

---

## Quick Summary for Memory

> "Yeah, fair enough — but even one more year of missed calls is costing you $50k+. The widget's $200/mo. That's the math. No lock-in. Let's just get it running and see if it works for you."

Keep it simple. Keep it real. Keep it respectful.


Objection: my son handles all the tech stuff

Response:
# Objection Handling Script

## "My son handles all the tech stuff"

---

### Full Response Framework

**1. Acknowledge** (1-2 sentences)

"Yeah, good on ya for having someone who knows their way around a computer. Most tradies don't have that, and it's dead set handy having your son sort out the website and emails."

**2. Reframe** (2-3 sentences)

"But here's the thing — this isn't really a tech thing. Your son doesn't want to be answering calls at 11pm on a Saturday when some poor bugger's got a burst pipe. This widget just answers the phone, takes the details, books the job — zero ongoing work for anyone. It runs itself."

**3. Evidence** (2-3 sentences)

"I had a sparky in Brisbane tell me last month he was losing about $800 a week in jobs he never even knew came through — missed calls, voicemails he didn't check till Monday. He put the widget on and in four weeks he'd already booked three jobs that would've just ghosted him."

**4. Close** (1-2 sentences)

"Your son can set the whole thing up in half an hour, then it's done. I'll walk him through it — dead simple. You keen to stop losing that sort of money?"

---

### One-Liner Response

*(For quick SMS or email follow-up)*

"Completely understand — your son's sorted with the tech. The good news is this sorts itself out once it's live, so it's not adding to his workload. Basically, it answers calls and books jobs while you're sleeping. Worth a 10-minute chat?"

---

### 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. "When your son set up your website, did he handle all the calls and enquiries too? Or do you still find yourself answering the phone at night?"

2. "Can I ask — when was the last time you missed a job because you were on the tools and didn't see the call come through?"

3. "Would it help if I just showed your son how quick the setup is? Once it's done, it just works — he won't need to touch it again unless he wants to tweak the responses."

---

### Math Breakdown

**The ROI Reality (Using Real Tradie Numbers)**

Let's be conservative:

| Scenario | Numbers |
|----------|---------|
| Avg missed calls per week | 3 |
| Conversion rate (call → booked job) | 60% |
| Avg job value | $450 |
| Weekly lost revenue | $810 |
| Monthly lost revenue | **$3,240** |
| Sunaiva Starter cost | $197/mo |
| **ROI** | **1,545%** |

Even if you only recover ONE extra job per week, you're ahead:

- 1 job × $450 × 4 weeks = $1,800 revenue
- Minus $197 widget cost = **$1,603 profit**
- That's $19,236 per year in extra revenue from one widget

**The comparison:**

| Option | Cost |
|--------|------|
| Part-time receptionist (20hrs/week @ $30hr) | $2,400/mo |
| Sunaiva Starter | $197/mo |
| **Savings** | **$2,203/mo** |

---

### Tone Notes for the Salesperson

**What to AVOID:**

- Talking down to them like they're not "with it"
- Getting too technical — this isn't a tech product, it's a money product
- Dismissing their son's involvement (it's clearly important to them)
- Being overly polished or "salesy" — sounds fake
- Using US terminology (say "mobile" not "cell", "petrol" not "gas")

**What to EMPHASISE:**

- **Independence** — "it runs itself", "zero ongoing work", "sorts itself out"
- **Money** — "lost jobs", "missed revenue", "worth its weight in gold"
- **Simplicity** — "dead simple", "set and forget", "half an hour"
- **Their son will like it** — "he sets it up once and it's done"
- **Sleep** — "works while you're sleeping", "answers calls at 11pm"

**The mindset:**
You're not selling tech. You're selling a tradie who never misses a call. You're offering a worker who never sleeps, never takes a sick day, never asks for a pay rise. That's the angle.

**The pub test:**
Would a tradie say to his mate at the pub: "Yeah look, I've got this thing that answers my phone 24/7 and books the jobs while I'm on the tools. It's sorted." That should be your goal — make it sound like a practical mate's solution, not a tech company's pitch.

---

*Final note: If they say "my son handles all that" again, don't fight it. Agree, then pivot: "Exactly — so he'll love this. He sets it up once and it does all the heavy lifting."*


Objection: how do I know you won't steal my customer data

Response:
# Objection Handling: "How do I know you won't steal my customer data?"

## Full Response Framework

**1. Acknowledge** (1-2 sentences)

> "Yeah, I get it — your customer list is your bread and butter. You're right to ask."

**2. Reframe** (2-3 sentences)

> "Here's the thing though — right now, every call you miss goes straight to voicemail or the competition. That's your data walking out the door. The widget doesn't replace you — it captures the leads you would've lost while you're on the tools or finished for the day."

**3. Evidence** (2-3 sentences)

> "You're the one who owns the data, full stop. It's in the contract — we can't touch it, share it, or use it for anything. You can export your leads anytime. And honestly mate, we're not in the business of stealing tradie customers. We're here to help you keep more of them."

**4. Close** (1-2 sentences)

> "How about we jump on a 15-minute demo? You can see exactly how it works and I'll show you where the data ownership clause sits in the agreement. Then you can decide if it stacks up."

---

## One-Liner Response (SMS/Email Follow-Up)

> "Totally fair call on the data — I can show you exactly where it says you're the only owner in the contract. Can we hop on a quick 15-min demo this week so you can see it in action?"

---

## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. **"How many calls do you reckon you miss in an average week?"** *(gets them thinking about the problem)*

2. **"When a new customer calls and gets voicemail, what do they usually do — call the next bloke on Google?"** *(confirms the cost of inaction)*

3. **"If the widget booked you just two extra jobs a month at $500 average, would that cover the $197 and put money in your pocket?"** *(leads into ROI math)*

---

## Math Breakdown: ROI for an Australian Tradie

| Scenario | Calculation | Monthly Value |
|----------|-------------|---------------|
| **Conservative** — Widget books 2 extra jobs/mo @ $500 avg | 2 × $500 | **$1,000** |
| **Moderate** — Widget books 4 extra jobs/mo @ $600 avg | 4 × $600 | **$2,400** |
| **Good** — Widget books 6 extra jobs/mo @ $700 avg | 6 × $700 | **$4,200** |

### Costs

| Plan | Monthly Cost |
|------|--------------|
| Starter | $197/mo |
| Pro | $397/mo |
| Growth | $597/mo |

### Net Profit (Conservative Example)

- Revenue from 2 extra jobs: **$1,000**
- Widget cost (Starter): **-$197**
- **Monthly profit: $803**
- **Annual profit: $9,636**

> *"One tradie told me he recouped the cost in the first week from a single blocked drain call that went to voicemail before. That's the difference between the widget paying for itself and paying for your weekend."*

---

## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

### What to AVOID

- Getting defensive or dismissive ("That's not a real concern")
- Using tech jargon — speak like a tradie, not a developer
- Sounding like a slick sales robot reading from a script
- Pressuring them or rushing the close

### What to EMPHASISE

- **Ownership in writing** — stress the contract clause, offer to show it
- **Their control** — they can export data anytime, turn the widget off anytime
- **The real risk** — not the data, but the missed calls and lost revenue
- **Social proof** — "Other tradies in [their area] are already using it"
- **Practicality** — "It just works. You don't need to touch it once it's set up."

### The Vibe

Think: explaining why you switched to a ute with a canopy to a mate at the pub. Practical, no fluff, here's the cost, here's the benefit, here's why I recommend it.

> *"Mate, I wouldn't sell you something I'd wouldn't put on my own ute."*

---

## Pro Tips for Handling This Objection

- **Have the contract clause ready** — email it to them same day if they want proof
- **Offer a trial** — "Run it for two weeks, see the leads come in, then decide"
- **Pivot to their pain** — "More importantly, how many jobs have you missed this month?"
- **Use local examples** — "I've got three plumbers in [their suburb] already on it"

---

Need me to adapt this for a specific trade (e.g., electrician vs. landscaper) or tweak the pricing tiers in the math?


Objection: I had my identity stolen, I'm careful with online stuff

Response:
# Objection Handling Script: "I had my identity stolen, I'm careful with online stuff"

**Persona:** Cautious tradie who's been burned before

---

## The Full Framework

### 1. ACKNOWLEDGE (1-2 sentences)

Yeah, mate, I hear you — identity theft is bloody stressful and once it's happened, you look at everything sideways. That's actually smart being cautious.

### 2. REFRAME (2-3 sentences)

Here's the thing though — this widget actually protects your business MORE than a human receptionist does. No one's writing down credit card details on paper that goes in the bin. No staff member walking out the door with your customer database. And honestly? The widget doesn't need your personal details to work — just your business phone number. That's it.

### 3. EVIDENCE (2-3 sentences)

Most tradies we talk to who've had security issues say the same thing: they'd rather trust a secure system than a person. We've got encrypted storage, you control exactly what gets recorded, and every call log is accessible only to you. No different to your online banking — same level of security, but for your phone lines.

### 4. CLOSE (1-2 sentences)

We can set the whole thing up in about 30 minutes and I'll show you exactly where everything sits. Keen to see how it works?

---

## One-Liner (SMS/Email Follow-Up)

> "Hey [name], completely understand the caution — if you've got 5 minutes, I can show you exactly what data we access and how it's secured. No drama either way."

---

## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. **"Was it the financial side that hit hardest, or more the hassle of sorting it all out?"**
   *(Opens up what specifically worries them — money or time)*

2. **"Do you currently have someone handling your calls when you're on a job, or are you just missing a heap of enquiries?"**
   *(Gets them thinking about the cost of NOT solving the problem)*

3. **"If you could automate one thing in your business tomorrow without any risk, what would it be?"**
   *(Lets them imagine the benefit while we address the risk)*

---

## Math Breakdown: The Real Cost

Let's be realistic about what this is costing you RIGHT NOW:

| Scenario | Calculation | Annual Impact |
|----------|-------------|----------------|
| **Missed calls** | 3 missed enquiries/week × 50 weeks × $600 avg job | **$90,000** in lost work |
| **Even being conservative** | 1 missed job/week × $700 avg | **$36,400** |
| **Your time** | 5 hrs/week on phone admin × $60/hr | **$15,600** |
| **The widget** | Pro plan $397/mo | **$4,764**/year |

**Bottom line:** Even if the widget only saves you ONE job a month, it's already paid for itself 7x over.

---

## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

### DO:

- Lead with genuine empathy — their caution is valid
- Acknowledge identity theft as serious, not dismiss it
- Pivot to how the widget actually reduces their risk exposure
- Use casual, mate-to-mate language (no corporate jargon)
- Ask questions to keep them talking
- Reference "same security as online banking" — everyone gets that

### DON'T:

- Argue or push back hard — that'll put their back up
- Say "nothing to worry about" — that's dismissive
- Get technical about encryption specs — tradies don't care
- Rush to close — this person needs to feel heard first
- Make it about "online stuff" — reframe to "protecting your business"

### THE MOVE:

This objection is often a shield for price concerns or not fully understanding the product. Once you've genuinely acknowledged their concern, pivot gently to: *"So aside from the security side of things, what else is holding you back?"* That'll get you to the real objection.

---

## Quick Recap (for your own reference)

- **Acknowledge first** — respect the scar
- **Flip the script** — widget = MORE secure, not less
- **Keep it simple** — "same as your bank"
- **Numbers talk** — missed calls cost way more than $397/mo
- **Don't rush** — earn the trust, then ask for the business


Objection: can it speak another language

Response:
# Objection Handling: "Can It Speak Another Language?"

## Full Response Framework

**1. Acknowledge** (1-2 sentences)
"Yeah, fair point. At the moment it's English-only — I won't BS you on that."

**2. Reframe** (2-3 sentences)
"But here's the thing — most of your multicultural customers actually speak decent English, they just prefer calling someone who'll actually pick up. And honestly, a job booked in English is better than no job at all. The widget still captures every enquiry, gets their details, and books the job into your calendar — even if it's just in English, you've got the lead."

**3. Evidence** (2-3 sentences)
"I've got a sparky in Adelaide — Greek background area — and he thought the same thing. Turns out his widget caught 12 jobs last month from customers who would've just called the next tradie on Google. Even if some of them prefer Greek, they still needed a plumber yesterday. The widget was the first one to answer."

**4. Close** (1-2 sentences)
"You want me to show you how many calls you're missing right now? We've got a free call tracking setup — takes five minutes, you'll see exactly what's walking out the door."

---

## One-Liner Response

(for SMS, email, or quick follow-up)

"Yep, English only for now — but honestly, the bigger issue is catching the call at all. The widget's already booking jobs for tradies in areas with huge multicultural communities. Happy to show you what you're currently missing."

---

## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. "Out of your enquiries, what's the split — how many are in English vs another language roughly?"
2. "When you miss a call from a non-English speaker, do they usually call back or go to your competitor?"
3. "If I could show you that even half those calls still turn into jobs, would it be worth the $197 a month to catch them?"

---

## Math Breakdown: ROI for a Typical Tradie

**The Scenario:**

- You're a plumber in a multicultural suburb (think Tarneit, Dandenong, Liverpool, Cabramatta — anywhere with big Greek, Italian, Vietnamese, Indian, Middle Eastern community)
- Average job: $500 (conservative — depends on the work)
- Missing just **3 calls a week** = 12 missed calls/month

**The Loss:**
- 12 missed calls × 50% conversion (conservative) = **6 lost jobs/month**
- 6 jobs × $500 = **$3,000/month in lost revenue**

**The Widget Cost:**
- Starter plan: $197/mo (Telnyx voice included)
- That's **$2,364/year** for under $3k/month in recoverable jobs

**The Reality:**
- You need to catch **just 1 job every 2 months** to cover the Starter plan
- Catch 2-3 jobs per month? You're looking at **$5,000-10,000+ in net profit**

**What about the language thing?**

- Say 30% of your area speaks another language first
- Even if the widget only captures 70% of those calls in English — **that's still jobs you'd never have had**
- The other 30%? They leave a message, text you, or call back when you're free. The widget still captures their number.

---

## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

**What to AVOID:**

- Getting defensive or apologetic about the English-only limitation
- Over-promising on language features that don't exist yet
- Dismissing their concern ("oh, they all speak English anyway")
- Using overly techy language — keep it matey

**What to EMPHASISE:**

- Be upfront: "No spin, it's English at the moment"
- Pivot fast to the REAL problem: missed calls = lost revenue
- Use social proof: actual tradies in multicultural areas using it successfully
- Keep the energy practical: "This isn't about language, it's about never missing a job again"
- The math speaks for itself — let the numbers do the heavy lifting

**The Underlying Message:**
You're not selling a translator. You're selling a receptionist that never sleeps, never takes a day off, and never tells someone to call back tomorrow. Even if that receptionist only speaks English — she's still answering the phone when your competitor's not.

---

*Need me to adapt this for a different persona or objection? Happy to tweak the angle.*


Objection: what if the internet goes down

Response:
# Objection Handling Script: "What if the internet goes down?"

## The Full Framework

### 1. Acknowledge (1-2 sentences)

"Yeah, I get it — internet drops out here and there. Especially in the bush or when a storm rolls through. It's a fair concern."

*Purpose: Show you've actually thought about their reality, not just reading a script. Australian tradies respect honesty about practical stuff.*

---

### 2. Reframe (2-3 sentences)

"But here's the thing — even when your internet's down, you're still better off than you are now. Right now, if you're on a job and someone calls, it goes to voicemail and they ring the next tradie. With the widget, you're only offline when the internet's actually dead — and even then, you've got that mobile backup. The real question is: how many calls are you missing right now while your internet's working fine?"

*Purpose: Flip the worry. The risk isn't the widget failing — it's all the calls you're already missing. Make them compare "widget occasionally down" vs "phone always going to voicemail when I'm on the tools."*

---

### 3. Evidence (2-3 sentences)

"One of my guys in Toowoomba — he's a sparky — said his internet plays up every couple of weeks. Know what happened last month? Widget caught three calls while he was underground running conduit. Two turned into jobs, one was a $1,100 rewire. He told me, 'Mate, even if it was down half the time it'd still be worth it.'"

*Purpose: Specific, believable story. Regional Queensland location, real trade, concrete dollar amount. This lands because it's another tradie's experience, not a stat from a spreadsheet.*

---

### 4. Close (1-2 sentences)

"So here's what I'd suggest — let's get you set up this week. You'll see within a fortnight if it's working. If it's not catching calls and booking jobs, I'll personally sort it. Fair dinkum."

*Purpose: Low-friction commitment. "This week" is immediate without being pushy. The guarantee removes risk.*

---

## One-Liner Response (SMS/Email Follow-up)

"Hey [name], quick thought on the internet question — even if the widget's down 5 hours a month (which is rare), you're still winning if it's booking you 2-3 jobs you'd otherwise miss. Happy to show you the numbers. Cheers, [name]"

*Why it works: Short, direct, shifts to the math. Leaves the door open.*

---

## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. **"When's the last time your internet actually went down for more than an hour?"**
   *Purpose: Gets them to admit it's rare. Most will say "a few months ago" or "can't really remember." Makes the objection feel smaller.*

2. **"If you missed two calls this week, what would that cost you in lost jobs?"**
   *Purpose: Gets them to do the math themselves. Forces them to quantify the status quo cost.*

3. **"Do you have mobile data as a backup on your phone?"**
   *Purpose: Most tradies do. Sets up the solution — if internet dies, they can hotspot. Shows it's solvable.*

---

## Math Breakdown: ROI for the Skeptical Tradie

### The Scenario

- **Widget cost:** $197/mo (Starter) or $397/mo (Pro)
- **Average job value:** $350–1,500 (depending on trade)
- **Calls missed per week (typical tradie without widget):** 3–5
- **Conversion rate (call → booked job):** ~30% (conservative)

### The Math

| Metric | Conservative | Realistic |
|--------|--------------|-----------|
| Calls missed per week | 3 | 5 |
| Calls missed per month | 12 | 20 |
| Jobs booked from missed calls (30% conversion) | 3.6 | 6 |
| Average job value | $500 | $650 |
| **Monthly revenue captured** | **$1,800** | **$3,900** |
| Widget cost | $197 | $397 |
| **Net gain** | **$1,603** | **$3,503** |

### But What About Internet Downtime?

- **Worst case:** 5 hours downtime/month (rare)
- **Calls missed during downtime:** ~2-3 calls
- **Potential lost jobs:** 1 (at 30% conversion)
- **Potential lost revenue:** $350–650

**Even in the worst-case scenario with regular outages:**

| Scenario | Net Gain |
|----------|----------|
| Perfect month | +$1,603 |
| Month with 5hrs downtime | +$953–$1,253 |
| **Still winning?** | **Yes, every time** |

### The Bottom Line

> "You're telling me you'd turn down $1,600 a month because the internet might go down for a few hours? Mate, that's like turning down a $20k/year pay rise because your ute might get a flat tyre."

---

## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

### DO:

- **Sound like a tradie.** Use "mate," "fair dinkum," "sorted." Don't sound like a corporate salesperson reading a script.
- **Admit the limitation honestly.** "Yeah, it needs internet — I'm not going to lie to you about that." This builds trust.
- **Use other tradies as proof.** "Another sparky in [their area] had the same worry..." Stories beat stats.
- **Get them to quantify their pain.** Ask how many calls they miss. Make them say the number out loud.
- **Laugh about it slightly.** "Look, if the internet's down, we're all in trouble — not just your phone. But you've still got your missus' phone, your ute GPS, your mobile data..."

### DON'T:

- **Get defensive.** Don't say "Actually, internet outages are very rare..." That sounds like you're arguing.
- **Overwhelm with tech jargon.** Don't explain failover servers, redundancy, etc. They don't care. They want to know it works.
- **Dismiss the concern.** "Oh, you don't need to worry about that" — tradies hate being told not to worry. Address it properly.
- **Make it about the technology.** This is about their wallet. Always bring it back to jobs and money.
- **Get too serious.** The tone should be like a mate at the pub giving advice, not a pitch meeting.

### The Underlying Mindset

The real objection isn't "what if the internet goes down." It's "I'm nervous about spending money on something I don't fully understand." The internet excuse is the safe way to say that. Your job isn't to fight the excuse — it's to make them feel confident that this thing works, and that even if something goes wrong, they're still miles ahead.

*Be the mate who tells them the truth: it's not perfect, but it's worth it.*


Objection: I don't have good phone signal on job sites

Response:
# Objection Handling Script: "I Don't Have Good Phone Signal on Job Sites"

## Full Response Framework

### 1. Acknowledge

"Yeah, I get it - half the sites out there these days have you chasing signal like you're trying to catch a choko off a high shelf."

### 2. Reframe

"Here's the thing though - the widget doesn't live on your phone. It lives on your website, which is sitting on servers somewhere with perfect internet. So you could be underground running conduit with absolutely zero reception, and your website is still up there answering the phone, booking jobs, taking messages. That's actually the whole point - it works when you can't."

### 3. Evidence

"We've got a plumber in the outer suburbs of Melbourne - works on rural properties where he gets bugger all signal. He said the same thing to me at first. Six months in, he's told me he's missed exactly zero calls since we set him up. Before that? Three or four jobs a week going to message bank."

### 4. Close

"When are you free this week? I'll show you exactly how it works in 10 minutes. You'll see - you don't need signal for it to start making you money."

---

## One-Liner Response (SMS/Email Follow-Up)

"Mate, the widget lives on your website - not your phone. You could be in the middle of a concrete pour with zero reception and it's still answering calls and booking jobs for you. That's the whole point."

---

## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. "Roughly how many calls would you reckon you miss in an average week when you're flat out on a job?"

2. "When you do call those missed numbers back, how many of them have already moved on to someone else?"

3. "Out of curiosity, what's the average job worth to you - $400, $600, $800?"

---

## Math Breakdown: ROI for a Tradie

**The Situation:**

- Tradie misses **2 calls per week** that turn into jobs (conservative estimate)
- Average job value: **$550** (mid-range for most tradies - domestic plumbing, sparky work, small jobs)
- That's **$1,100 per week** in lost revenue
- That's **$4,733 per month** walking out the door

**The Cost:**

- Starter plan: **$197/month**
- Pro plan: **$397/month**

**The Return:**

- Starter plan ROI: **$4,733 - $197 = $4,536/month net**
- Pro plan ROI: **$4,733 - $397 = $4,336/month net**
- That's a **24x return** on Starter, **12x** on Pro

**Real Talk:**
If the widget catches just ONE extra job per month at $550, it's basically paying for itself. Everything after that is profit. And that's assuming you're only missing two calls a week - most tradies we talk to are missing five, six, seven.

---

## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

**What to Emphasise:**

- This is a *feature*, not a limitation - the widget works because it's independent of their phone
- Use visual scenarios: "You're on a roof in Dural with zero bars, widget picks up"
- Keep it conversational - this should feel like a mate explaining something, not a sales pitch
- Match their energy - if they're laid back, be laid back. If they're busy, be quick and direct.

**What to Avoid:**

- Don't make them feel silly for raising it - it's a legitimate concern
- Don't over-explain or mansplain - they've been working on sites longer than you've been in sales
- Don't get defensive - it's a fair question, treat it as such
- Don't use tech jargon (API, integration, telephony infrastructure) - speak human
- Don't rush the close - let the reframe land before asking for the meeting

**The Vibe:**
Think of how a tradie explains something to his offsider. Direct, practical, no fluff. "Here's how it works, here's why it matters, here's what it'll cost you - now let's get it sorted."

---

## Quick Reference Card

| Element | What to Say |
|---------|-------------|
| **Acknowledge** | Signal's crap on most sites - fair call |
| **Reframe** | Widget lives on your website, not your phone. Works when you can't |
| **Evidence** | Sparky in regional Vic - said same thing, now hasn't missed a call in 6 months |
| **Close** | Show you how it works in 10 minutes? |

---

*Ready to use. No fluff. Just the script.*


Objection: this sounds like something for corporate, not tradies

Response:
# Objection Handling Script: "This Sounds Like Something for Corporate, Not Tradies"

---

## The Framework

### 1. Acknowledge

"Yeah, I get it — when you hear 'AI' and 'widget,' you think of that Silicon Valley stuff that costs a fortune and needs a team of IT blokes to set it up."

**Why it works:** You're nodding along, showing you've heard this before. Not defensive. You're one of them.

---

### 2. Reframe

"But here's the thing — the bloke who benefits most from this isn't some big company with a call centre. It's the sole trader who's on a roof in Tarneit or down a drain in Dandenong and can't answer his phone. Every time you don't answer, you're literally handing your competitor the job."

**Why it works:** You're flipping the script. This isn't corporate fluff — it's a tool that keeps money in their pocket when they can't be in two places at once.

---

### 3. Evidence

"I've got a sparky in Frankston — runs the whole show himself — and he was losing 3-4 jobs a week because he was on a job and couldn't answer. That's anywhere from $1,500 to $4,500 a week in work he's just... missing. He's now paying $197 a month for the widget. Do the maths."

**Why it works:** Real suburb. Real scenario. Specific numbers. Not "some customer somewhere."

---

### 4. Close

"It's built for tradies, by people who get tradies. You can set it up in about 15 minutes — no tech degree required. Want me to walk you through it this arvo?"

**Why it works:** Low barrier, specific next step, finishes strong.

---

## One-Liner Response (SMS / Email Follow-Up)

"Look, I get it sounds fancy, but it's literally built for tradies doing exactly what you're doing — turning wrenches all day and missing calls that cost you money. This bloke in [suburb] was losing 3 jobs a week — now he's not. Happy to show you the numbers."

---

## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. **"How many calls a week would you say you miss because you're on a job?"**
   *(Gets them thinking about the actual cost)*

2. **"If you missed two extra jobs a month, what would that be worth to you — $700? $1,500?"**
   *(Gets them to quantify the pain)*

3. **"What's the hardest part about keeping the phone covered when you're flat out on site?"**
   *(Opens the door for you to position the widget as the solution)*

---

## The Math Breakdown: ROI for an Australian Tradie

### The Scenario: Single-operator tradie (plumber, sparky, HVAC)

| Metric | Conservative | Realistic |
|--------|--------------|-----------|
| Average job value | $350 | $600 |
| Calls missed per week (due to being on a job) | 2 | 4 |
| Potential lost revenue per week | $700 | $2,400 |
| Potential lost revenue per month | $2,800 | $9,600 |
| **Potential lost revenue per year** | **$33,600** | **$115,200** |

### The Widget Cost

| Plan | Monthly Cost | What You Get |
|------|--------------|--------------|
| Starter | $197/mo | Core voice AI, basic booking |
| Pro | $397/mo | Advanced logic, CRM integration |
| Growth | $597/mo | Multi-location, priority support |

### The ROI (Conservative Scenario)

- Miss **just 2 extra jobs per month** at $350 each = **$700 revenue**
- Widget costs **$197/mo**
- **Net gain: $503/month** — and that's capturing only 2 jobs
- **Annual net gain: $6,036** — for a $197/mo tool

### The ROI (Realistic Scenario)

- Miss **4 jobs per week** at $600 each = **$2,400/week**
- Capture even **half** of those missed calls = **$4,800/month revenue**
- Widget costs **$397/mo**
- **Net gain: $4,403/month**
- **Annual net gain: $52,836**

---

## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

### ✅ What to Emphasise

- **Money in their pocket, not tech features** — tradies don't care about AI algorithms; they care about jobs booked and money earned
- **Simplicity** — "15 minutes to set up," "no IT degree required"
- **The competitor angle** — every call they miss is a job their competitor gets
- **Real Aussie tradies** — use real suburbs, real scenarios, real job values
- **The cost of doing nothing** — frame it as "this is what's already costing you money"

### ❌ What to Avoid

- **Tech jargon** — no "machine learning," "natural language processing," "neural networks"
- **Corporate language** — no "synergy," "scalable solutions," "enterprise-ready"
- **Being dismissive** — don't laugh off their concern or make them feel silly
- **Being pushy** — this market trusts slowly; don't rush the close
- **Over-complicating** — if you can't explain it in 30 seconds, you're losing them

### 🎯 The Mindset

You're not selling technology. You're selling a bloke who stands at their ute at 6:30 am, coffee in hand, thinking "I hope I don't miss any good calls today."

You're giving them peace of mind.

You're giving them a worker who never sleeps, never takes a sick day, and never says "I'm on another job, call back later."

**Speak like a tradie would speak to his mate at the pub — direct, honest, and focused on what's in it for them.**

---

## Quick Reference Card

| Objection | "Sounds corporate" |
|-----------|---------------------|
| Acknowledge | "I get it — AI sounds fancy, but..." |
| Reframe | "The bloke who benefits most is the one on the tools..." |
| Evidence | "[Suburb] tradie was losing $X/week..." |
| Close | "15 mins to set up. Want me to show you?" |
| Follow-up | "How many calls do you miss a week?" |


Objection: I'd rather spend the money on Google Ads

Response:
# Objection Handling Script: "I'd Rather Spend the Money on Google Ads"

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## Full Response Framework

**1. Acknowledge** *(1-2 sentences)*

"Yeah, look, I get it — Google Ads is the go-to for getting leads. Everyone's doing it, and you want to be where the customers are finding you."

**2. Reframe** *(2-3 sentences)*

"But here's the thing — what happens when that customer calls and you're halfway through a job, or it's 7pm at night, or you're flat out and let it go to voicemail? That lead's gone. You've spent good money getting them to the door, then just... missed them. The widget's job isn't to replace your ads — it's to make sure you're not throwing that ad spend in the bin."

**3. Evidence** *(2-3 sentences)*

"Most tradies we talk to are losing 2-5 jobs a week just from missed calls. That's anywhere from $700 to $7,500 in vanished revenue. One plumber in Brisbane told us he was spending $800 a month on Google Ads but his voicemail was so full he'd go weeks without checking it. The widget's been answering every call for three months now — he's barely touched his ads."

**4. Close** *(1-2 sentences)*

"So here's what I'd suggest — keep your ads running, add the widget as well, and let's see how many extra jobs it's catching. If it's not pulling its weight, we'll talk. Fair enough?"

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## One-Liner Response

*(For SMS or email follow-up)*

"Google Ads gets leads through the door — the widget makes sure you don't miss them. Worst case, you catch a couple extra jobs a month and it's paid for itself. Let's test it for 30 days?"

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## Follow-Up Questions

1. **"How many calls would you say you're missing a week — just rough guess?"**
   *(Gets them quantifying the problem without making it feel like a lecture)*

2. **"Out of the leads that come through Google Ads, what percentage actually turn into jobs for you?"**
   *(Plants the seed that lead quality/conversion is the real issue, not just traffic)*

3. **"If I could show you that the widget caught just 3-4 missed jobs a month at $400 each, would that be worth the $197/mo? Would it beat what you're getting from the ads?"**
   *(Lets them do the math themselves — way more persuasive than you telling them)*

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## Math Breakdown: ROI for an Australian Tradie

Let's use realistic numbers for a small-to-medium tradie business:

| Scenario | Monthly Cost | Jobs Booked | Revenue | Net Profit (after materials) |
|----------|-------------|-------------|---------|------------------------------|
| Google Ads only | $600 | 8 jobs @ $500 avg | $4,000 | ~$2,000 (50% margin) |
| Google Ads + Widget | $797 ($600 + $197) | 12 jobs @ $500 avg | $6,000 | ~$3,000 (50% margin) |

**Result: The widget costs $197 but brings in 4 extra jobs = $2,000 extra revenue. ROI: ~900%.**

*Even being conservative — if the widget catches just 1 extra job a month at $350, it's already covering its own cost. Everything after that is pure profit.*

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## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

**DO:**

- Nod and agree that Google Ads is a valid channel — don't attack it
- Position the widget as the *missing piece* that makes their ad spend worthwhile
- Use numbers from real conversations with tradies in their area if you have them
- Keep it relaxed and conversational — this is a mate-to-mate chat, not a pitch

**DON'T:**

- Dismissing Google Ads as a waste of money (it's not — they already know leads come from somewhere)
- Getting defensive or pushy when they bring it up
- Overloading with features — focus on the *money they're leaving on the table*
- Use words like "leverage," "synergy," "optimise" — sounds like a tech bro, not a tradie

**The vibe you're going for:**

You're the mate at the pub who's done the numbers and is telling them straight: *"Mate, I'm not saying stop the ads — I'm saying you're spending good money to get calls you never even hear. That doesn't make sense."*

Keep it practical. Keep it real. Keep it brief.


Objection: how long before I see results

Response:
# Objection Handling Script: "How Long Before I See Results?"

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## Full Framework

### 1. Acknowledge

**"Look, I get it — you've got a business to run and you need to know this thing's actually going to pay for itself."**

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### 2. Reframe

**"Here's the thing: the widget starts working the minute it's live. It answers every call, 24/7, from day one. You're not waiting for SEO to kick in or for Google Ads to learn your market. Every call it answers is a call you're not missing while you're up a ladder or elbow-deep in a pipe."**

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### 3. Evidence

**"We've got tradies seeing their first booking within the first week. One plumber in Brisbane — his widget booked a $450 gas repair job while he was on another call at 7:30pm on a Tuesday. That one job covered his monthly cost. The rest of the bookings that month were pure profit."**

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### 4. Close

**"So honestly? You should see ROI within the first month, often within the first week. Let's get it set up and you can judge it yourself."**

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## One-Liner Response

*(For SMS/email follow-up)*

**"Fair question — most tradies book their first job within the first week. One $400+ job pays for the whole month. Worth finding out, yeah?"**

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## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. **"How many calls do you reckon you miss in an average week? Just guesses."**

2. **"What's a typical job worth to you — like a standard service call or repair?"**

3. **"If you could guarantee one extra booked job per month, would that be worth having the widget running?"**

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## Math Breakdown

### The Numbers (Realistic Aussie Tradie Scenario)

| Item | Amount |
|------|--------|
| Average job value (service call) | $450 |
| Widget cost (Starter) | $197/mo |
| Telnyx (voice) | ~$20/mo |
| **Total monthly cost** | **~$220** |

### Break-Even Calculation

- **Break-even point: 0.5 jobs per month** (one job every two months covers the cost)
- **Realistic bookings: 2-4 extra jobs per month** from missed calls

### Monthly ROI

| Extra Jobs Booked | Revenue | Profit (after $220 cost) |
|-------------------|---------|--------------------------|
| 1 job | $450 | $230 |
| 2 jobs | $900 | $680 |
| 3 jobs | $1,350 | $1,130 |
| 4 jobs | $1,800 | $1,580 |

**Bottom line:** Book just one extra job per month and you're ahead. Most tradies are missing 3-5 calls a week — that's 12-20 calls a month. Even a 10% conversion rate = 1-2 extra booked jobs.

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## Tone Notes

### What to AVOID

- ❌ Tech jargon ("machine learning algorithms," "natural language processing")
- ❌ Vague promises ("you'll see results soon")
- ❌ Being pushy or desperate
- ❌ Overcomplicating the answer

### What to EMPHASISE

- ✅ **Immediacy** — it works from day one, no ramp-up
- ✅ **Simplicity** — it's not like SEO or ads that take months
- ✅ **Specifics** — use real numbers, real examples
- ✅ **The cost of inaction** — what are they losing by waiting?
- ✅ **Confidence** — "most tradies see it within the first week"

### The Vibe

Talk like you're explaining it to a mate at the pub who's skeptical but open. You're not selling — you're telling him what's worked for other tradies. Keep it real, keep it brief, and back it up with numbers he can actually count.

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## Quick Reference Card

| Scenario | Response |
|----------|----------|
| Skeptical tradie wants proof | "Plumber in Brisbane — first week, $450 job booked while he was on another call" |
| Wants to know worst case | "Best case: you're up a few hundred. Worst case: you're still only one job ahead and it paid for itself" |
| Wants timeline | "Day one. It starts answering calls the minute we switch it on" |
| Still hesitant | "Try it for a month. If you're not ahead by at least one job, I'll help you wind it up" |

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*Script designed for direct use — no rewrites needed. Adapt the specific example (suburb, trade, job type) to match your prospect for extra credibility.*


Objection: what if I get too many leads and can't handle them

Response:
# Objection Handling Script: "What if I get too many leads and can't handle them?"

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## Full Response Framework

**1. Acknowledge** (1-2 sentences)
> Look, I get it — you'd rather be flat out than chasing work. And honestly, that's a good "problem" to have. But let me show you why that risk's not as big as you think.

**2. Reframe** (2-3 sentences)
> The thing is, you're not going to get *more* leads than you can handle — you're going to start catching the ones you're currently missing. Every tradie I talk to says the same thing: they're losing $800-1,500 jobs every week because they can't answer the phone while they're on a job. That's money walking out the door.

**3. Evidence** (2-3 sentences)
> One of my sparkies in Perth — similar situation, two-man crew — booked an extra $6,200 in his first month. That's maybe 4-5 callouts he would've missed. He put his missus on part-time admin after that. Now the widget books the job, sends him the details, and he just shows up. Problem solved.

**4. Close** (1-2 sentences)
> So here's what I'd suggest: let's get you on the Starter plan at $197 a month. If you get to the point where you're genuinely swamped, we can look at upgrading. But first, let's get those missed calls back in your pocket.

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## One-Liner Response

*(For quick SMS or email follow-up)*

> Too many leads is a good problem to have — the real cost is every job you miss while you're on the tools. Let's get you set up and see what happens.

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## 3 Follow-Up Questions

1. **"Out of 10 calls you miss in a week, how many usually turn into jobs?"**
   *(Gets them thinking about the value of missed opportunities)*

2. **"If you had an extra 5 jobs a week, could your crew handle them, or would you need to bring someone on?"**
   *(Helps them realise the bottleneck is capacity, not leads)*

3. **"What's a typical job worth to you — $350, $500, more?"**
   *(Sets up the ROI math and gets them to admit their average ticket size)*

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## Math Breakdown: ROI for a Typical Aussie Tradie

**Scenario: Single-operator plumber with a mate**

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average job value | $450 |
| Calls missed per week (conservative) | 5 |
| Jobs booked from missed calls | 2 |
| Weekly revenue from widget | $900 |
| Monthly revenue from widget | ~$3,600 |
| **Widget cost (Starter)** | **$197/mo** |
| **Profit from widget** | **~$3,400/mo** |
| **ROI** | **1,726%** |

Even if you're only catching *one* extra job a week, the widget pays for itself 2.2 times over.

**Real talk:** Most tradies tell me they miss 3-5 calls a day during busy periods. That's 15-25 missed opportunities a week. At $450 per job? You're leaving $6,750-$11,250 on the table *every month*.

The widget costs $197. Do the math.

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## Tone Notes for the Salesperson

**What to avoid:**

- Sounding like a used car salesman ("Trust me, mate!")
- Being dismissive of their concern ("Oh, you don't need to worry about that")
- Using tech jargon ("AI-powered conversational middleware")
- Being too pushy or aggressive

**What to emphasise:**

- **The problem they're already losing money on** — every missed call = lost revenue
- **That it's their choice** — they control the volume, they can upgrade anytime
- **Real numbers** — use the math above, but tailor it to their trade (sparkies might be $500+/job, landscapers might be $350)
- **Peer proof** — "another tradie in [their area] had the same worry..."

**The vibe:**
Think how you'd talk to a mate at the pub who's complaining about never having enough work, then you tell him about a gig going. You're helping them solve a problem, not selling them something. You're the mate connecting them to a good thing.

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*Ready to roll out. Print this, put it on your phone, use it naturally — don't sound like you're reading a script.*