Notes on building iSada and what we're learning about how service businesses handle the phone.
The economics of answering the phone are changing fast. Here's what's shifting and three things to look for in any AI phone tool.
What an AI receptionist actually does for a dental practice — after-hours answering, booking, triage rules, intake — and how to choose one without buying a claim that isn't real.
When every chair is full, calls go to voicemail and the booking walks. Here's what an AI receptionist does for a salon or barbershop — and how to choose one honestly.
Most calls to an auto shop are price questions, parts inquiries, and "when can you fit me in?" — and they land while the bays are full. What an AI receptionist does, honestly.
The phone rings six deep on a Friday night, right as the host is double-seating the bar. What an AI receptionist does for a restaurant — and what to check.
The phone rings at 6:48am while you set up for the 7am class. What an AI receptionist does for a yoga studio — and how to choose one honestly.
A buyer sees your listing at 11pm and calls right then — voicemail sends them to the next listing. What an AI receptionist does for real estate.
A panicked owner calls at 9pm and the front desk left hours ago. What an AI receptionist does for a veterinary clinic — and what to look for.
When your crews are on jobs, the quote call rings out and the lead books the next company. What an AI receptionist does for a cleaning business.
A new-client call can't wait for voicemail — but it shouldn't burn a billable hour on triage. What an AI receptionist does for a law firm.
A consult call comes in while every provider is in a treatment room, and a four-figure booking rolls to voicemail. What an AI receptionist does for a medspa.
Parents call right after the school run, exactly when your director is mid-session. What an AI receptionist does for a tutoring business — honestly.
You can't answer an inquiry with a camera to your eye, so the couple asking about your June date emails three other photographers. What to do.
A six-step playbook for capturing every inbound call without expanding payroll.
Most owners count revenue on the calls they miss. The real cost is bigger — here's a simple way to size the leak.
A large share of new-customer calls happen outside business hours. Here's why that matters and how to think about it.
Wages, benefits, training, sick days — vs CA$69/month. An illustrative comparison across three business sizes.
No credit card. Choose a plan when you're ready. Cancel any time.
