As a local business owner, you wear a dozen hats. You're the CEO, the head of marketing, the customer service lead, and often, the receptionist. The phone rings, but you’re with a client. A website lead comes in, but you’re on a job site. Every missed connection is a missed opportunity. It’s the classic small business dilemma: you need to be in two places at once.
But what if you could clone yourself? What if you had a team member who worked 24/7, never missed a call, instantly followed up on every lead, and cost less than your weekly coffee budget? This isn't science fiction. This is the power of an AI Employee, and it's the single biggest competitive advantage for local businesses today.
85%
of missed calls never call back. That's business slipping through your fingers.
92%
of customer interactions happen over the phone. Can you afford to miss even one?
93%
of people read online reviews before making a purchase decision.
From Chaos to Control: How AI Transforms Your Business Day
Let's get practical. An AI Employee isn't just a fancy chatbot; it's an integrated part of your team that handles the communication grind so you and your human staff can focus on what you do best.
For a Dental Office: Instead of your front desk being swamped with appointment calls and insurance questions, your AI handles the scheduling, sends reminders, and answers FAQs about procedures, freeing up your staff to provide stellar patient care.
For a Construction Company: Your AI fields initial inquiry calls, asks pre-qualifying questions (e.g., "What type of project is it? What's your timeline?"), and schedules a consultation with a human estimator for the serious leads. No more wasted time on tire-kickers.
For a Coffee Shop or Cafe: The AI can take large catering orders over the phone, answer questions about allergens, and handle inquiries about private event bookings, all while your baristas focus on serving the customers in line.
The ROI is Real: See For Yourself
It's easy to talk about benefits, but let's talk numbers. The biggest barrier to hiring is cost. A full-time receptionist or admin assistant is a significant expense. An AI employee is a tiny fraction of that. Use the calculator below to see the staggering difference.
Your Current Costs
Your Potential Savings
Monthly Human Employee Cost£2,078
Our AI Employee Cost (Premium Plan)$597
Your Total Monthly Savings...
Your New 24/7 Digital Team: A Simple Guide to the Tools
So what's actually in the 'toolbox'? Forget confusing tech jargon. Here’s a simple breakdown of what your new AI Employee can do for you, explained in plain English.
The Perfect Phone Receptionist (AI Voice)
Imagine your phone is answered perfectly on the first ring, every single time, day or night. That's this. It talks to customers, answers their common questions, and ensures you never miss a new lead because you were busy.
Stops Lost Revenue: Captures the 85% of callers who hang up and never call back.
Frees Your Time: You and your staff focus on paying customers, not the phone.
Looks Professional: Gives your business the polished image of a larger company.
The Automatic Reputation Builder (Reviews w/Automated Response)
This tool automatically asks your happy customers for reviews on sites like Google. When a review comes in—good or bad—it instantly posts a smart, professional reply. It's like having a PR manager who works 24/7.
Builds Trust: Shows new customers you care by responding to all feedback.
Improves SEO: More positive reviews help you rank higher in local search results.
Saves Hours: No more manually checking and replying to reviews every day.
The Smart Switchboard Operator (Live Call Transfers)
When the AI is talking to a customer who is a hot lead or has a complex problem, it's smart enough to know it's time for a human. It seamlessly transfers the call directly to you or your staff's phone, whispering who is on the line and why.
Closes More Deals: Get high-intent customers on the phone with you instantly.
Solves Problems Faster: No more "phone tag" for customers with urgent issues.
You're in Control: You only get the calls that really matter, when they matter.
Your Personal Assistant (AI Custom Actions & Workflows)
This is where it gets really powerful. You can teach your AI to do specific jobs for YOUR business. Think of it like a new employee you can train. It can pre-qualify contracting leads, process take-out orders, or even add new client info directly into your spreadsheet.
Truly Custom: Tailor the AI to your exact business needs, whatever they are.
Automates the Boring Stuff: If you have a repetitive digital task, the AI can probably do it.
Scales Your Business: Lets you handle more work without hiring more people.
The Never-Forgets Secretary (AI Appointment Booking & Reminders)
The AI syncs with your calendar and books appointments for you over the phone or web chat, 24/7. It then automatically sends text reminders to customers to make sure they show up. No more no-shows.
Fills Your Calendar: Customers can book anytime, even when you're closed.
Reduces No-Shows: Automated reminders can cut down missed appointments by over 40%.
Zero Effort: You just watch your calendar fill up with appointments.
The Website Welcome Crew (AI Chat Employee & Live Chat)
This is a smart chat bubble that lives on your website. It can pop up and ask visitors if they need help, answer their questions, and capture their contact info. If needed, it can transfer the chat directly to you for a live conversation.
Engages Every Visitor: Turns passive website browsers into active leads.
Instant Answers: Customers get information immediately, improving their experience.
Generates Leads: Collects names, emails, and phone numbers from interested prospects.
Your Own Marketing Writer (AI Automated Newsletters)
Struggle to find time for email marketing? Just answer a few simple questions about any promotions or news you have, and the AI will write an engaging, professional email newsletter and send it to your customer list for you.
Saves Incredible Time: Go from idea to sent email in minutes, not hours.
Keeps You Top-of-Mind: Regularly connect with your customers to encourage repeat business.
No Writing Skills Needed: It handles the creative part for you.
The All-in-One Inbox (2 Way Texting, CRM & Mobile App)
This combines three powerful tools. All your customer conversations—texts, emails, Facebook messages, etc.—are in ONE single inbox. All their info is saved in a simple contact manager (CRM). And you can manage it all from a simple app on your phone.
Total Organisation: Never lose a customer message or contact detail again.
Work From Anywhere: Reply to leads and manage your business from your mobile phone.
Faster Replies: See all communications in one place for lightning-fast responses.
Real Help When You Need It (Chat Support)
While the AI is amazing, sometimes you just need to talk to a person. Our team of experts is available via live chat to help you with any questions, setup needs, or new ideas you have for your AI employee.
We've Got Your Back: You're never alone. Expert help is a click away.
Get The Most Value: We can help you discover new ways to use the tools.
Peace of Mind: Know that there's a human team supporting your digital team.
Choose Your Growth Engine
Finding the right fit is easy. We've broken down our solutions into three simple packages. Think of it less as a cost, and more as an investment in a team member that works around the clock to grow your business.
Pro
Replace Voicemail and Automate Reviews with AI Response
Think of an AI Employee as your most reliable team member—one that works 24/7 without needing a single coffee break! It's a smart digital system designed to autonomously handle real-world tasks like answering phone calls, qualifying leads, booking appointments, and providing instant customer support, freeing you and your team up to focus on growing your business.
It's seamless. The AI Voice Employee interacts with customers over the phone using advanced natural language processing to understand and respond to their needs. The AI Chat Employee does the same across text-based channels like SMS, web chat, and social media. In both cases, the goal is to provide instant, helpful engagement that feels completely natural.
The benefits are immediate and impactful: 24/7 availability means you never miss a lead, reduced operational costs from automating repetitive tasks, a dramatic increase in sales from faster lead response, and a more professional customer experience that builds trust and loyalty.
Absolutely. That's what makes them so powerful. Whether you're in healthcare, finance, retail, or construction, we customize your AI Employee to understand the specific terminology, processes, and customer questions unique to your business. It becomes a specialist in your field from day one.
We designed our AI Employees for zero-disruption integration. They seamlessly connect with your existing CRM, scheduling tools, and other business systems. This means no complicated overhaul—your new AI team member plugs right into your current workflow and starts adding value immediately.
We agree, and we treat your data security with the utmost seriousness. Our AI Employees are built on a foundation of industry-standard security and privacy protocols. All customer information is handled in a protected, confidential environment, so you can have complete peace of mind.
Often, no! We use cutting-edge voice and language technology that sounds remarkably human and natural. The goal isn't to trick anyone, but to provide a customer service experience that is so smooth, efficient, and helpful that the distinction doesn't matter. The quality of the interaction is what shines through.
Yes, you have full control. We offer a wide variety of voice options, including different genders, accents, and tones. We'll work with you to select a voice that perfectly aligns with your brand's personality and resonates with your target audience.
Getting started is simpler than you think. The first step is to see it in action. We recommend scheduling a brief, personalized demo where we can show you exactly how an AI can be tailored to your business needs. Our plans are flexible, starting from just $397/month, but the value it brings is priceless. Claim Your Free Demo Now
Ali Solak
Founder, Epicurean Digital Consultants
As the driving force behind Epicurean Digital Consultants, we specialize in bespoke digital automation and marketing strategies that help local businesses thrive. We blend cutting-edge technology with a passion for small business success, crafting experiences that capture leads, fill calendars, and drive profits.
