AI customer-service chatbots for small shops

How it works

Build a bot on a shop's real FAQs; charge setup + monthly upkeep; offer free trials for testimonials.

Tools

ChatGPT API, Botpress, Make.com

Costs

$0–$100/mo tooling

Realistic earnings

One case: $250–$500 setup + $50/mo; 6 clients, >$1,000 by month two (Side Hustle School).

Sources

• https://sidehustleschool.com/guides/ai-side-hustles/
• https://botpress.com/