How to Turn “Maybe Later” into “Let’s Get Started”

No Pressure. No Pushiness. Just Smart Sales Sequences.

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Ryan Tungseth
March 24, 2025

Hey there,

We’ve all been there. A lead shows interest, asks some great questions… and then drifts into the fog of “I’ll think about it.”

This week, we’re digging into two AI-powered strategies that help close the gap between curiosity and commitment. Whether you’re selling design packages, lesson plans, or year-long retainers, the key is consistency, confidence, and knowing what to say next.

And yes—AI can help with all of that.

💬 AI-Powered Sales Sequences that Convert

When a new lead comes in, do you have a clear plan for what happens next?

If not, you’re leaving money on the table.

This blog breaks down how to use ChatGPT and HubSpot to build a sales sequence that nurtures cold leads into long-term clients—without sounding robotic or pushy.

✅ What to include in a 5-step sales sequence
✅ How to personalize follow-ups using AI
✅ Tools to automate your outreach (even if you're a solo operator)
✅ Real-world example: A graphic designer walking a client toward a retainer deal

🛑 Overcoming Objections with AI-Driven Responses

Objections aren’t rejection—they’re requests for clarity.
But only if you know how to respond.

This post shows you how to use AI to prepare smart, empathetic responses to the most common objections—before they even happen.

✅ The 4 objections every service provider hears (and how to answer them)
✅ ChatGPT prompts to create custom replies
✅ Real-world example: An accountant reframing a pricing objection into a value conversation
✅ Bonus prompt to build your own objection-handling script

✏️ Beginner Tip:

Try this prompt in ChatGPT to kick off your own sales sequence:

“Write a 5-email sales sequence for a service provider offering a $1,000/month retainer package. Include a friendly tone, real-world value examples, and soft CTAs.”

Tweak it to fit your business—and you’ve got a plug-and-play follow-up system.

🚀 Advanced Tip:

Use ChatGPT to segment objections by lead type.
Prompt example:

“List the top 3 objections a solo business owner might have vs. a mid-sized company when buying a $500/month service. Suggest different responses for each.”

This helps you customize your pitch and your email automation based on who you’re talking to—no guesswork needed.

Want more examples like this each week? Be sure to check out the full blogs for deeper dives, AI prompts, and step-by-step use cases.

Let’s Keep the Conversation Going

AI is here to stay, and it’s evolving every day. Want more tips, insights, and prompts?

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