Instant WhatsApp/SMS lead follow-up bot
| Startup cost | $50–$200 |
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| Hours / week | ~8 |
| Skill level | Intermediate |
| Tools | Twilio/WhatsApp API, GPT |
| First step to first customer | Build one free for a family or friend's business to get a case study. |
| Real proof | Case study: moving-company bot attributed $16K+ client profit in 30 days ↗ Figures are self-reported by the linked source unless noted. |