The Small Business AI Playbook: 5 Quick Wins You Can Start Today

The Small Business AI Playbook —

5 Quick Wins You Can Start Today Think AI is only for big brands?

Think again. At C51 Consulting, we help small businesses unlock smart, affordable wins with AI every day.

Here are 5 you can steal today.

1. Automate Customer FAQs Set up a chatbot on your website or social channels. Answer common questions (hours, delivery, bookings) instantly. Tools: ManyChat, Tidio, Chatfuel.

2. Schedule Social Media Posts Stop posting manually. Use AI tools like Buffer or Later to schedule content and even suggest hashtags.

3. Predict Stock Needs Use predictive tools to spot what’s selling and plan orders ahead. Example: Retailers use Shopify’s analytics to avoid stockouts.

4. Personalize Emails Use tools like Mailchimp’s AI features to personalize subject lines and content for different customer segments.

5. Run a Free Local SEO Audit Check your Google Business profile. Are you showing up in local search? Use tools like BrightLocal or C51’s SLAM service to improve.

Takeaway Small business + AI = smart, simple gains. You don’t need a tech team — just the right tools.