Tutorials
Short, step-by-step guides. No jargon, no hype — just things you can do tonight.
1. Write a clear quote from a messy job note
Read more: 1. Write a clear quote from a messy job noteTurn scribbles or a voice memo into a professional quote in about 10 minutes.
10 min read
2. Reply to new enquiries in under 2 minutes
Read more: 2. Reply to new enquiries in under 2 minutesBuild three reusable reply templates and let AI personalise them.
8 min read
3. Automate quote follow-ups
Read more: 3. Automate quote follow-upsA polite nudge three days after every quote, without lifting a finger.
15 min read
4. Ask for Google reviews automatically
Read more: 4. Ask for Google reviews automaticallySend a review request when an invoice is paid.
15 min read
5. Reply to reviews (even the bad ones)
Read more: 5. Reply to reviews (even the bad ones)Calm, professional responses that win future customers.
5 min read
6. Use voice notes on site
Read more: 6. Use voice notes on siteCapture job details hands-free and tidy them up later.
6 min read
7. Draft a scope of works
Read more: 7. Draft a scope of worksClear inclusions and exclusions that prevent arguments later.
12 min read
8. Explain options to customers in plain English
Read more: 8. Explain options to customers in plain EnglishGood, better, best — without the jargon.
7 min read
9. Turn on invoice reminders in Xero
Read more: 9. Turn on invoice reminders in XeroGet paid faster with a five-minute settings change.
5 min read
10. Plan tomorrow's jobs in 5 minutes with AI
Read more: 10. Plan tomorrow's jobs in 5 minutes with AITurn a messy list of jobs into a sensible day run: travel order, time blocks and customer ETAs.
8 min read
11. Turn invoices and receipts into tidy records without desk time
Read more: 11. Turn invoices and receipts into tidy records without desk timeSnap, sort and reconcile in minutes a week instead of a lost Sunday.
12 min read
12. Let customers book a site visit without phone tag
Read more: 12. Let customers book a site visit without phone tagA simple booking link for quote visits, with AI-written wording.
10 min read
13. Never forget a repeat job: automatic servicing reminders
Read more: 13. Never forget a repeat job: automatic servicing remindersYearly service and seasonal reminders, set up once.
12 min read
14. From voice note to finished job sheet
Read more: 14. From voice note to finished job sheetWork done, materials, time on site and follow-ups — ready to invoice.
10 min read
15. Draft health & safety paperwork faster, without cutting corners
Read more: 15. Draft health & safety paperwork faster, without cutting cornersUse AI for a first draft of a SWMS, JSA or toolbox talk — then check it properly.
12 min read
16. Variations and progress updates in plain English
Read more: 16. Variations and progress updates in plain EnglishA few bullet points in, a clear variation notice or weekly update out.
10 min read
17. Manage your Facebook Page Messenger inbox with an AI assistant
Read more: 17. Manage your Facebook Page Messenger inbox with an AI assistantSift Messenger spam, pull out job details and draft polite replies you approve — without missing real leads.
10 min read
18. A 15-minute daily inbox routine for tradies
Read more: 18. A 15-minute daily inbox routine for tradiesSort, summarise and reply to supplier, customer and council emails.
8 min read
19. Safe AI habits for small businesses
Read more: 19. Safe AI habits for small businessesWhat not to paste into AI, and how to check its work.
6 min read
20. AI Prompts for Electricians
Read more: 20. AI Prompts for Electricians16 free copy-paste AI prompts for NZ/AU sparkies: quotes, replies, certificate reminders, SWMS starters, reviews.
12 min read
21. AI Prompts for Plumbers
Read more: 21. AI Prompts for Plumbers16 free copy-paste AI prompts for NZ/AU plumbers, gasfitters and drainlayers: quotes, customer replies, certificate and backflow reminders, SWMS starters, reviews.
12 min read
22. AI Prompts for Builders
Read more: 22. AI Prompts for Builders16 free copy-paste AI prompts for NZ/AU builders: quotes, variations, progress claims, client updates, consent checklists, SWMS starters, reviews.
12 min read
23. AI Prompts for Landscapers
Read more: 23. AI Prompts for Landscapers16 free copy-paste AI prompts for NZ/AU landscapers: quotes, maintenance rounds, seasonal reminders and posts, client replies, reviews, safety plan starters.
12 min read
24. AI Prompts for Tradies: Free Copy-and-Paste Library
Read more: 24. AI Prompts for Tradies: Free Copy-and-Paste LibraryCopy-and-paste AI prompts for tradies: quotes, enquiry replies, Messenger, variations, reviews, day planning, receipts and away messages.
15 min read
25. Is ChatGPT safe for business data? (NZ & AU privacy guide)
Read more: 25. Is ChatGPT safe for business data? (NZ & AU privacy guide)Traffic-light list of what to paste into AI, the training settings to change in ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini, NZ/AU privacy basics and a one-page staff AI policy.
10 min read
26. Never used AI? Your first week, 15 minutes a day
Read more: 26. Never used AI? Your first week, 15 minutes a dayA 7-day beginner plan for NZ/AU tradies: one 15-minute AI task a day (replies, quotes, follow-ups, job notes, reviews) with copy-and-paste prompts.
15 min a day for 7 days read
27. Can you trust ChatGPT? Check AI answers before they reach a customer
Read more: 27. Can you trust ChatGPT? Check AI answers before they reach a customerA 2-minute pre-send checklist (numbers, names, promises, rules, tone), self-check prompts and a codes-and-standards warning for NZ/AU tradies.
7 min read