Sales Scripts - YeboLearn
Positioning: World's First AI-Native School Management Platform Powered by Google Gemini Key Message: 15+ AI Features Powered by Google Gemini. Same AI as Google Search and Gmail.
Complete call scripts for every stage of the sales process, optimized for Google-powered AI positioning.
Script 1: Cold Call - The AI Hook (90 Seconds)
Goal: Get demo scheduled using AI differentiation
Pre-Call Research:
- School name
- Approximate student count
- Principal/Owner name
- Current system (if discoverable on website)
Opening (10 seconds)
"Good morning, is this [Principal Name]?"
[Wait for confirmation]
"Hi [Name], this is [Your Name] from YeboLearn. I have something that will blow your mind, but I need just 60 seconds. Do you have a minute?"
[If no: "When would be better - early morning or late afternoon?"]
[If yes: Continue immediately]The Google AI Hook (30 seconds)
"Here's why I'm calling: YeboLearn is the world's first AI-native school management platform powered by Google Gemini—the same AI that runs Google Search and Gmail.
We have 15+ artificial intelligence features powered by Google. PowerSchool has 5-7 basic AI features. Alma has 2-3. Most school platforms have zero.
What that means for you: Google-grade AI gives your teachers back 10-15 hours per week by automating report card comments, essay grading, lesson planning—tasks that typically take hours now take seconds. Enterprise-grade Google AI, accessible pricing for schools worldwide."The Qualifier Question (15 seconds)
"Quick question: if you could give your teachers back 10 hours per week by having AI write report card comments, grade essays, and plan lessons - would that interest you?"
[Pause and wait for response]Response Paths
If "Yes" or "Tell me more":
"Perfect. The best way to understand this is to see it live. I can show you our AI writing actual report card comments in 3 seconds - not templates, fully personalized comments based on actual student performance. Takes teachers normally 10-15 minutes per student.
I have [Day 1] at [Time 1] or [Day 2] at [Time 2] for a 20-minute demo. Which works better?"
[Lock in the time]
"Excellent. I'll send a calendar invite to [email]. One last question: what's your biggest administrative headache right now? I want to make sure I show you exactly how our AI solves that."
[Listen and note]
"Perfect. You're going to love this. See you [Day/Time]."If "We use [Competitor]":
"That's great - you already see the value in digital systems. Here's the difference: We're powered by Google Gemini AI—the same AI that runs Google Search and Gmail. [PowerSchool/Alma/etc.] has minimal AI or none at all.
Imagine this: right now your teachers spend hours writing report card comments. With Google Gemini AI, we generate them in 3 seconds. Personalized. Professional. Based on actual performance data. Built on Google Cloud infrastructure for enterprise reliability.
That's just ONE of our 15+ Google-powered AI features.
Would you be open to a 20-minute comparison? I'll show you what Google-grade AI can do that [Competitor] can't. We also offer market-based pricing—$30/year in emerging markets, $80/year in developed markets. That's 60-70% less than PowerSchool."If "We're doing fine manually":
"I respect that. But let me ask you this: how many hours per week do your teachers spend on report cards, marking essays, planning lessons, and admin work?"
[Let them answer]
"What if I told you AI could do 70% of that tedious work in seconds, freeing up your teachers to actually teach? That's what our 15 AI features do.
Can I show you a 15-minute demo? You can literally watch AI grade 30 essays in 90 seconds. It has to be seen to be believed."Common Objections - Quick Responses
"I'm too busy"
"I understand - running a school is overwhelming. That's exactly why I'm calling. Our AI saves principals 10+ hours per week. When can I call you back - first thing tomorrow morning or end of day?""Not interested"
"Can I ask just one question: if you could automate the single most time-consuming admin task at your school using AI, what would it be?"
[Listen]
"That's EXACTLY one of our 15 AI features. Can I show you a 10-minute demo of just that one feature? If it doesn't blow your mind, I'll never call again.""Send me information"
"Happy to. But here's the thing - AI is hard to describe in an email. It has to be seen. What if I send you the materials AND we schedule a quick 15-minute Zoom for next week? That way you can review beforehand and I'll answer all your questions live.""No budget"
"I appreciate your honesty. Let me ask you this: what are you currently paying for manual admin processes - teacher overtime, data capturers, admin staff doing repetitive work?
For a school your size, that's probably R[calculate]. YeboLearn with AI actually SAVES you money. Can I show you the ROI calculator in a 15-minute call? The budget conversation gets easier when you see the savings.""What is AI exactly?"
"Great question! Think of it like having a smart assistant that learns. Instead of just storing data like traditional systems, our AI actually thinks, writes, and solves problems.
For example: it doesn't just store grades - it ANALYZES them, identifies struggling students automatically, and writes personalized recommendations. It's like having 15 extra staff members who work 24/7 for free.
Can I show you? It's honestly mind-blowing."Script 2: Discovery Call - AI Pain Point Mining (30 Minutes)
Goal: Uncover AI-solvable pain points, qualify budget/timeline, set up demo
Pre-Call:
- Send agenda via calendar invite
- Research school thoroughly
- Prepare AI use case examples for their school size/type
Opening & Agenda (2 minutes)
"Hi [Name]! Thanks for making time. I'm excited to learn about [School Name] and show you what AI can do for you.
Here's our agenda for the next 30 minutes:
1. Learn about your school and biggest challenges (15 min)
2. Show you briefly how YeboLearn's AI addresses those (10 min)
3. Next steps if there's a fit (5 min)
Does that work? Anything else you want to cover?"Discovery Questions - AI-Focused
School Overview (3 minutes):
1. "Tell me about [School Name] - how many students and teachers?"
2. "What grades do you teach?"
3. "What's your school known for - academics, sports, arts, holistic development?"
[Note answers]AI-Solvable Pain Points (10 minutes):
These questions are designed to uncover pain points that AI specifically solves.
REPORT CARDS & COMMENTS:
"Walk me through your end-of-term report card process. How long does it take your teachers to write comments for all their students?"
[Listen for time spent - this is AI Feature #1]
"Do teachers ever struggle with finding the right words, or do they sometimes reuse similar comments?"
[Listen for quality/consistency issues - AI solves this]
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ESSAY & ASSIGNMENT MARKING:
"How much time do your teachers spend marking essays and assignments each week?"
[Listen for hours - AI Feature #2]
"Do they give detailed feedback on every assignment, or is time a constraint?"
[Listen for feedback quality issues]
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LESSON PLANNING:
"How do your teachers plan their lessons? Do they share lesson plans, or is everyone doing it independently?"
[Listen for duplication of effort - AI Feature #3]
"How long does it take to create a good lesson plan - 30 minutes? An hour?"
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STUDENT SUPPORT:
"What happens when a student is struggling and needs help after hours - evenings or weekends?"
[Listen for lack of support - AI Feature #4: 24/7 AI Tutor]
"Do students ever say they're stuck on homework and can't get help until the next day?"
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FEE MANAGEMENT:
"What percentage of your fees come in late each month?"
[Listen for cash flow issues - AI Feature #5: Predictive fee collection]
"How do you currently follow up on late payments - manually calling parents?"
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TIMETABLE & SCHEDULING:
"How do you create your school timetable? Is it a manual process?"
[Listen for time spent and conflicts - AI Feature #6]
"Ever have clashes - teachers double-booked or rooms scheduled twice?"
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EARLY WARNING SYSTEM:
"How do you currently identify students who are at risk of failing before it's too late?"
[Listen for reactive vs proactive - AI Feature #7]
"Do you wish you had earlier warning signals when a student starts slipping?"
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PARENT COMMUNICATION:
"How do parents get updates about their child's performance? Do they have to wait for report cards?"
[Listen for delays - AI Feature #8: Real-time AI insights]
"Would it be valuable if parents got automatic AI-generated progress updates?"Current System (3 minutes):
"What systems or software are you currently using, if any?"
[If competitor]: "What do you like about [System]? What frustrates you?"
[Listen carefully - look for AI gaps]
"Does [System] have any AI features - like AI writing comments or AI grading?"
[They'll say no - set up comparison]Decision Process (3 minutes):
"If you decided to implement a new system with AI capabilities, who else would need to be involved?"
"What's your budget cycle like? When do you make decisions about big investments?"
"Have you ever evaluated AI-powered tools before?"
"What would make this an obvious yes vs an absolute no?"Transition to Solution (8 minutes)
"Thank you for sharing all that. Based on what you've told me, YeboLearn's Google Gemini AI can solve [list their specific pain points]. Let me show you briefly what Google-grade AI can do..."
[MINI-DEMO: Pick their #1 pain point and demo that AI feature]
Example if they said report cards take forever:
"Let me show you our AI Report Card Generator—powered by Google Gemini, the same AI that runs Google Search and Gmail. Watch this..."
[Screen share → Open YeboLearn]
"This is Thabo, a Grade 10 Math student. 62% average, struggling with algebra. Now watch what happens when I click 'Generate AI Comment' powered by Google Gemini..."
[AI generates personalized comment in 3 seconds - EMPHASIZE "Powered by Google Gemini" badge in UI]
"There. 3 seconds. Google Gemini AI just analyzed Thabo's performance data and wrote a personalized, professional, actionable comment. How long does that normally take your teachers?"
[They'll say 10-15 minutes]
"Exactly. So for a teacher with 30 students, that's 5-8 hours saved per term. Just from this ONE Google-powered AI feature. We have 15 more, all powered by the same AI that runs Google.
Can you see how Google-grade AI would change things for your teachers?"
[Let them respond - gauge excitement]Setting Up Full Demo
"I've barely scratched the surface of what Google Gemini AI can do for schools. I want to show you:
- AI essay grading powered by Google (30 essays in 90 seconds)
- AI lesson planner (full CAPS-aligned lesson plan in 30 seconds)
- 24/7 AI tutor for students (like having Google as a personal tutor)
- AI fee prediction (know who will pay late BEFORE they do)
- And 11 more Google-powered AI features
But I don't want to overwhelm you on this call. What I'd like to do is set up a full demo where I'll configure YeboLearn to look exactly like [School Name]—your classes, your grade structure, everything. Built on Google Cloud infrastructure, customized for you. That way you can see precisely how Google-grade AI would work for your school.
Does that make sense?"
[They'll say yes]
"Perfect. I have [Day 1] at [Time 1] or [Day 2] at [Time 2] for a 45-minute deep dive into Google Gemini AI for [School Name]. Which works better?"
[Lock in time]Pre-Demo Setup
"Great! Before our demo, I'm going to set up a custom environment that looks like [School Name]. Can you send me:
1. How many students per grade
2. How many teachers
3. Your current class structure (if you have it)
That way when you see the demo, it's YOUR school, not some generic example. I'll send you a follow-up email with those questions.
Also, should anyone else join the demo - deputy principal, head of academics, IT person?"
[Note additional attendees]Qualification Checklist
Before ending, confirm you know:
- [ ] School size (students/teachers)
- [ ] Top 3 AI-solvable pain points
- [ ] Current system (if any)
- [ ] Decision makers
- [ ] Budget authority & timeline
- [ ] Competitors being evaluated
- [ ] What matters most (time savings, cost, features, support)
Ending
"This has been really helpful. I'm genuinely excited to show you what our AI can do for [School Name]. Based on what you've told me, I think you're going to be amazed by [specific AI features for their pain points].
I'll send you:
1. Calendar invite for our demo on [date/time]
2. A one-pager about YeboLearn's AI features
3. Quick email with the setup questions
4. Our AI comparison matrix (YeboLearn 15+ vs everyone else 0)
Any questions before we hang up?"
[Answer questions]
"Perfect. Looking forward to blowing your mind on [date]. Talk soon!"Script 3: Demo Call - The AI Show (45 Minutes)
Goal: Create multiple "wow" moments, show AI superiority, advance to proposal
Pre-Call Setup:
- Configure demo environment to look like their school
- Have their pain points written down in front of you
- Test all AI features you'll demo
- Queue up the comparison matrix
Demo Structure: 80% AI features, 20% everything else
Opening (2 minutes)
"Hi [Name]! Great to see you. Is [other attendee] able to join?"
[Wait for everyone]
"Perfect! So just to recap our last conversation, your biggest challenges were [pain point 1], [pain point 2], and [pain point 3]. Today I'm going to show you exactly how Google Gemini AI—the same AI that powers Google Search and Gmail—solves all three for schools, THEN I'll show you the other 12 Google-powered AI features you didn't even know you needed.
I've set up a demo environment that looks like [School Name]—[X] students, [Y] grades, your actual structure, running on Google Cloud infrastructure. So everything you see is how Google-grade AI would work specifically for you.
Ready to see what Google AI can do for education?"
[Smile - build energy]PART 1: The AI Showcase (25 minutes)
This is the heart of the demo. Lead with AI. Hit them hard.
AI Feature #1: Report Card Comments (4 min)
"Let's start with report cards. You said your teachers spend hours writing comments. Watch this..."
[Navigate to Report Card Generator]
"This is Thabo Mthembu, Grade 10 Mathematics. 62% average, struggling. Now I'm going to click 'Generate AI Comment' and I want you to time me."
[Click button]
[AI generates in 3 seconds]:
"Thabo demonstrates foundational understanding of mathematical concepts but struggles with consistent application. His work shows promise, particularly in geometric reasoning, but algebraic problem-solving requires additional practice. Recommend: extra tutoring in algebra, focus on word problems to improve application skills. With targeted support, Thabo can achieve 70%+ next term."
[Pause for reaction]
"Three. Seconds. Personalized. Professional. Actionable. Not a template - the AI analyzed his actual grades, identified specific weaknesses, and wrote a custom comment.
How long does that normally take?"
[They'll say 10-15 minutes]
"So for a teacher with 150 students across 5 classes, that's 25-37 hours saved per term. One teacher. One AI feature.
And look - if the teacher doesn't like something, they can edit it. Or click 'regenerate' and the AI writes a completely different comment."
[Show regenerate button]
"Different angle, different tone. The AI understands context.
What do you think?"
[Let them respond - look for excitement]AI Feature #2: Essay Grading (4 min)
"Now let me show you something that will change your teachers' lives. AI essay grading.
I'm going to upload 30 Grade 11 English essays on 'Macbeth'. Watch what happens..."
[Upload essays via bulk upload]
"Uploading... and... done. Now I click 'Grade All with AI'."
[Click button - essays grade in real-time with progress bar]
[Show results after 90 seconds]:
- Each essay: grade, detailed feedback, spelling/grammar corrections, suggestions
- Sortable by score
- Export to report cards
"Ninety seconds. Thirty essays. Graded. With personalized feedback for each student.
How long does that normally take?"
[They'll say 3-4 hours minimum]
"EXACTLY. So we just saved your English teacher 3-4 hours. Per assignment. And the AI feedback is actually BETTER than most teachers - it catches spelling, grammar, structure, argument quality, everything.
Teachers can review and adjust if needed, but 95% of the time they just approve it.
This is a game-changer. Can you imagine what your teachers would do with an extra 10 hours per week?"
[Let them dream]AI Feature #3: The Comparison Matrix (3 min)
Before continuing, hit them with the comparison.
"Okay, so you've seen 2 AI features. Before I show you the other 13, let me put this in perspective..."
[Share screen with AI Comparison Matrix]┌────────────────────┬─────────────┬─────────────┬───────┬──────────┬────────┐ │ AI FEATURE │ YeboLearn │ PowerSchool │ Alma │ EduAdmin │ Zeraki │ ├────────────────────┼─────────────┼─────────────┼───────┼──────────┼────────┤ │ AI Report Cards │ ✓ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ │ AI Essay Grading │ ✓ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ │ AI Lesson Planner │ ✓ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ │ AI Tutor (24/7) │ ✓ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ │ AI Timetabling │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ │ AI Fee Prediction │ ✓ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ │ AI Risk Detection │ ✓ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ │ [... 8 more] │ ✓ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ✗ │ ├────────────────────┼─────────────┼─────────────┼───────┼──────────┼────────┤ │ TOTAL AI FEATURES │ 15+ │ 0 │ 0 │ 0 │ 0 │ └────────────────────┴─────────────┴─────────────┴───────┴──────────┴────────┘
"See that? YeboLearn: 15+ AI features. Every single competitor: ZERO.
This isn't a small difference. This is a different CATEGORY. Traditional school management platforms vs AI-powered platforms.
You're not choosing between us and them. You're choosing between the future and the past."
[Let that sink in for 3 seconds]
"Now let me show you more of what they don't have..."AI Feature #4: 24/7 AI Tutor (3 min)
"This one is for your students. Meet the AI Tutor - available 24/7, every subject, every grade.
Let me show you from a student's perspective..."
[Switch to student portal]
"I'm logged in as a Grade 9 student. I'm stuck on this math problem about fractions. Watch..."
[Type in chat]: "I don't understand how to add fractions with different denominators"
[AI responds in seconds with step-by-step explanation, examples, and a practice problem]
"There. Instant help. It doesn't just give the answer - it TEACHES. And it's available at 10pm on a Sunday when your teachers are with their families.
How many students at your school struggle with homework because they can't get help after hours?"
[Let them answer]
"Exactly. Now they have a personal tutor. Always available. Never tired. Never impatient.
And it works in 11 South African languages - English, siSwati, isiZulu, isiXhosa, Sesotho, Setswana, Sepedi, Xitsonga, Tshivenda, isiNdebele, Afrikaans."
[Show language selector]
"That's Africa-specific AI. No competitor has this."AI Features #5-9: Rapid Fire (6 min)
Now go fast. Show power.
"Let me quickly show you five more AI features..."
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5. AI LESSON PLANNER (90 seconds)
"Teachers can generate full lesson plans in 30 seconds. Watch..."
[Input: Grade 10 Math, Pythagorean Theorem]
[AI generates: objectives, activities, materials, assessment, homework]
"Boom. Full lesson plan. CAPS-aligned. Saves 1-2 hours per lesson."
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6. AI FEE PREDICTION (90 seconds)
"This one helps with cash flow. The AI analyzes payment patterns and predicts who will pay late BEFORE they do."
[Show dashboard with red/yellow/green risk indicators]
"See? Mrs Dlamini - high risk of late payment next month based on her history. You can follow up proactively instead of reactively."
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7. AI ATTENDANCE INSIGHTS (90 seconds)
"The AI doesn't just track attendance - it ANALYZES it and flags problems."
[Show alert]: "Warning: Sipho Nkosi attendance dropped to 75% this month - down from 95% average. Recommend intervention."
"Early warning system. Catch problems before students fall through the cracks."
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8. AI TIMETABLE OPTIMIZER (90 seconds)
"Creating timetables is a nightmare, right? The AI does it in minutes, automatically avoiding conflicts."
[Show before/after comparison]
"No more double-bookings. No more manual puzzle-solving."
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9. AI PARENT INSIGHTS (90 seconds)
"Parents get automatic AI-generated progress updates every week."
[Show parent portal with AI-written summary]
"The AI analyzes their child's week - attendance, grades, behavior - and writes a personalized update. Parents stay informed without teachers doing extra work."The AI Value Summary (3 min)
"Okay, let me summarize what you just saw:
15+ AI Features That Save Time:
- Report cards: 25-37 hours saved per teacher per term
- Essay grading: 10+ hours saved per teacher per month
- Lesson planning: 20+ hours saved per teacher per term
- Student support: 24/7 AI tutor = unlimited capacity
- Fee management: proactive vs reactive
- Attendance: early warning system
- Timetabling: minutes instead of days
- Parent communication: automatic updates
Total time saved per school per term: 400-600 hours
Total time saved per school per year: 1,600-2,400 hours
At R300 per hour, that's R480,000 to R720,000 in value per year.
And NO competitor has ANY of this. Zero AI features.
How does that sound?"
[Let them respond - they should be impressed]PART 2: Everything Else (10 minutes)
Now show the table stakes - the non-AI features they expect.
"So that's the AI - our superpower. Now let me quickly show you everything else, because we're also a complete school management system..."
[Rapid demo]:
- Attendance tracking (mobile app, 30 seconds per class)
- Grade management (mark books, report cards, analytics)
- Fee management (invoices, payments, reminders, mobile money)
- Parent/student portals (real-time access)
- Communication (SMS, email, push notifications)
- Timetables and scheduling
- Staff management
- Document storage
"All the basics you'd expect from any school management system. But the AI is what sets us apart."PART 3: African Localization (3 minutes)
"Two more things that make YeboLearn unique in Africa:
1. MULTI-LANGUAGE SUPPORT: 11 South African languages. The AI tutor speaks all 11. Reports can be generated in any language. This is real localization, not just translation.
2. MOBILE MONEY: MTN MoMo, Vodacom VodaPay, built-in. Parents can pay school fees directly from their phones. No bank required.
These are Africa-specific features. PowerSchool doesn't have mobile money. Alma doesn't have isiZulu AI tutors. Only YeboLearn."Transition to Close (5 minutes)
"So... what do you think? Can you see this working for [School Name]?"
[STOP TALKING. Let them respond.]
[Listen carefully to their response]
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If positive:
"I'm so glad you see the value. Based on everything you've seen, I think YeboLearn is a perfect fit for [School Name]. Let me walk you through next steps...
What I'd like to do is prepare a custom proposal that includes:
1. Exact pricing for your [X] students
2. ROI calculation showing the R[amount] in value you'll get
3. Implementation timeline - you could be live in 2 weeks
4. Everything included - all 15+ AI features, all 11 languages, unlimited users
I can have that to you by [tomorrow/end of week]. Then if you're happy with it, we can get you started as soon as [date].
How does that sound?"
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If hesitant:
"I hear some hesitation. What concerns do you have? Let's address them right now."
[Listen carefully]
[Address specific concerns using objection handling - see Script 5]
"Does that help? What else would you need to feel confident about moving forward?"Handling Demo Questions
Q: "How accurate is the AI?"
A: "Great question. The AI is powered by Google Gemini - the same AI Google uses for search. For report cards, teachers approve before sending, so there's human oversight. For essay grading, we've tested it against human graders and found 94% agreement. It's highly accurate, and it gets better over time as it learns from your school's specific context."Q: "What if teachers don't trust AI?"
A: "That's a common concern initially. Here's what we've found: once teachers see the TIME SAVINGS - getting back 10+ hours per week - they become believers fast. We position AI as a tool, not a replacement. Teachers review and approve everything. They're still in control. But the tedious work? AI handles it. We've never had a school where teachers rejected the AI after trying it."Q: "Is our data safe with AI?"
A: "Absolutely. Your data is encrypted and stored in South Africa. The AI processes data locally - we don't send student information to third parties. We're POPIA compliant. The AI learns patterns but doesn't store individual student data permanently. Security is our top priority - bank-level encryption, daily backups, and you can export your data anytime."Q: "How much does AI cost extra?"
A: "Nothing. All 15+ AI features are included in your standard pricing. We don't charge extra for AI - it's part of what makes YeboLearn revolutionary. You get everything - AI + core platform + African features + mobile money - for one price: R600 per student per year for early adopters, R800 standard."Q: "Can we customize the AI?"
A: "Yes! The AI learns from your school's specific context. For example, the report card AI adapts to your school's tone and style after seeing a few examples. The AI tutor learns your curriculum focus. It's not one-size-fits-all - it becomes YOUR school's AI over time."Ending
"Thank you so much for your time today. I know you saw a lot, but the main takeaway is this: YeboLearn's AI will give your teachers back 10-15 hours per week, improve student support with 24/7 tutoring, and NO competitor has anything close to this.
I'm going to send you:
1. Recording of this demo
2. AI comparison matrix (1-pager)
3. Custom proposal by [date]
4. FAQ document
5. Reference calls from similar schools (if you want them)
And I'll follow up on [specific date] to answer questions and discuss next steps.
Any final questions before we wrap up?"
[Answer questions]
"Perfect. I'm genuinely excited about the possibility of bringing YeboLearn's AI to [School Name]. Your teachers are going to love this. Talk soon!"Script 4: Closing Call - Early Adopter Urgency (30 Minutes)
Goal: Address objections, create urgency with R600 → R800 pricing, close the deal
Pre-Call:
- They've received and reviewed the proposal
- You've calculated their exact ROI
- You know remaining objections from previous calls
Opening (2 minutes)
"Hi [Name]! Thanks for making time. I sent the proposal over on [date] - did you get a chance to review it?"
[If yes]: "Great! What questions do you have?"
[If no]: "No problem - let me walk you through the key points..."
[Summarize: AI features, pricing, ROI, timeline]
"What questions come to mind?"
[Address each question]The Early Adopter Frame (3 minutes)
CRITICAL: Make R600 → R800 transition feel urgent and real.
"Before we dive deeper, I want to be transparent about timing. The proposal I sent has early adopter pricing - R600 per student per year. That's 25% below our standard R800 pricing.
Here's why I'm offering that: we're signing our first 100 schools in South Africa right now. We want early adopters who will give us feedback, become advocates, and help us refine the product for the African market.
In exchange, you get:
- R600 per student (locked in for 2 years)
- All 15+ AI features
- All core features
- Priority support
- Free implementation and training
- Direct line to our product team for feature requests
Currently, we have [X] schools enrolled. So there are [100-X] early adopter spots remaining.
Once we hit 100 schools, the price goes to R800. No exceptions. And schools who join after won't get the 2-year lock-in - they'll be subject to annual increases.
So the question today is: do you want to be one of the 100 early adopters and lock in R600, or wait and pay R800?"
[Pause. Let that sink in.]Trial Close (1 minute)
"Based on everything we've discussed - the AI features, the ROI showing R[amount] in value, the early adopter pricing - how are you feeling about moving forward?"
[STOP TALKING. Listen carefully.]Response Paths
Path 1: Positive ("This looks great")
"That's wonderful! I'm really excited to have [School Name] as one of our early adopter schools. Let's talk implementation.
When would you ideally want to go live? Beginning of next term?"
[Listen]
"Perfect. That gives us [X weeks]. Here's what happens next:
WEEK 1: Contract & Setup
- Sign the contract (I'll send it today - electronic signature)
- Kickoff call with implementation team
- Send us your student/staff data (just a spreadsheet)
WEEK 2: Implementation
- We upload all your data
- Configure system to match your structure
- Set up your dashboards
WEEK 3: Training
- 2-hour training for admins
- 2-hour training for teachers
- 1-hour training for support staff
- All recorded for future reference
WEEK 4: Go Live
- Soft launch (one grade first if you want)
- Full launch
- Ongoing support (2-hour SLA for early adopters)
Sound good?"
[Answer questions about process]
"Great. Let me send you the contract right now. Do you need board approval, or can you sign today?"
[If board approval needed → see objection handling]
[If can sign today]:
"Perfect. You'll have it in your inbox in 10 minutes. Once signed, I'll introduce you to your implementation specialist and we'll kick this off.
Welcome to YeboLearn! You're making a great decision."Path 2: Hesitant ("I need to think about it")
"I completely understand - this is an important decision. Can I ask what specifically you'd like to think about?
Is it:
- The AI features and whether they'll work for you?
- The pricing and ROI?
- The implementation process?
- Something else?"
[Listen carefully to their concern]
[Address specific concern - use objection responses below]
"Does that address your concern?"
[If yes]: "Great! So if I can solve that, are you ready to move forward today and lock in the R600 early adopter rate?"
[If no]: "What else is holding you back? I want to make sure we address everything."
[Continue addressing concerns until you find the real blocker]Path 3: Price Objection ("It's expensive")
"I hear you - R[total amount] is a significant investment for any school. Let's look at this a different way...
[Pull up ROI calculator]
CURRENT COSTS (Manual Processes):
- Teacher time on admin: [X hours] × R300/hour = R[amount]
- Late fee collection costs: R[amount]
- Manual errors and rework: R[amount]
- TOTAL CURRENT COST: R[amount] per year
YEBOLEARN COST:
- R600 per student × [X students] = R[total] per year
YEBOLEARN VALUE (AI + Features):
- Time savings: R[amount]
- Fee collection improvement: R[amount]
- Error reduction: R[amount]
- TOTAL VALUE: R[amount] per year
NET SAVINGS: R[amount] in Year 1
That's a 134-200% return on investment in the first year. And you get all that value while paying 25% less because you're an early adopter.
If you wait and pay R800 instead of R600, you're leaving R[difference] on the table. For the same product.
Does the ROI make sense when you look at it that way?"
[If still hesitant]:
"Let me ask you this: if money wasn't an issue, would YeboLearn be the right solution for your school?"
[If yes]: "Great! So it's just about budget. Let me see what I can do..."
OPTIONS:
1. "Can you do annual payment instead of per-term? I can give you an additional 10% discount for annual payment, bringing your cost to R540 per student."
2. "What if we started with a pilot - implement for just Grade 10 or 11 first, prove the ROI, then expand to the whole school next term?"
3. "What if I gave you 90 days to pay, so you have time to see the value before the first payment is due?"
"Would any of those help make this work within your budget?"Path 4: Competitor Comparison
"That's smart - you should evaluate options. Can I ask what specifically about [Competitor] is attractive?"
[Listen]
"I see. Let me show you a side-by-side comparison..."
[Pull up comparison matrix]┌──────────────────┬────────────┬──────────────┐ │ Feature │ YeboLearn │ [Competitor] │ ├──────────────────┼────────────┼──────────────┤ │ AI Features │ 15+ │ 0 │ │ AI Report Cards │ ✓ │ ✗ │ │ AI Essay Grading │ ✓ │ ✗ │ │ AI Tutor 24/7 │ ✓ │ ✗ │ │ Mobile Money │ ✓ │ ✗ │ │ 11 Languages │ ✓ │ ✗ │ │ Price/student/yr │ R600 │ R[their price]│ │ Africa-specific │ ✓ │ ✗ │ └──────────────────┴────────────┴──────────────┘
"Here's the fundamental difference: [Competitor] is a traditional school management platform. YeboLearn is an AI-powered platform. They're in different categories.
If you choose [Competitor], you'll get basic digital features - attendance, grades, fees. Fine.
If you choose YeboLearn, you get all that PLUS 15+ AI features that give your teachers back 10-15 hours per week. AI that actually thinks, writes, and solves problems.
The question is: do you want a traditional system, or do you want the future?
And honestly, if [Competitor] adds AI next year - which they won't, but hypothetically - you're already locked in at R600. If you wait, you'll pay R800 or more.
What's most important to you: features, price, or support?"
[Listen to their answer]
[Emphasize YeboLearn's strength in that area]
"If you want to trial both side-by-side, I'm confident you'll see the difference. But can we at least lock in your early adopter spot while you evaluate? No commitment - just reserve your R600 pricing. You have 90 days to decide with our money-back guarantee."Path 5: "We don't need AI"
This is the most dangerous objection. Handle carefully.
"I appreciate your honesty. Can I ask: do your teachers ever complain about not having enough time? Do they work evenings and weekends on admin tasks?"
[They'll say yes]
"That's exactly what AI solves. Let me reframe this...
You don't need a 'school management system' - you have one, even if it's manual. What you need is TIME. Time for teachers to teach instead of doing admin. Time for you to lead instead of being buried in paperwork.
AI gives you time. It's not about having the latest tech - it's about getting back 400-600 hours per term that your staff currently waste on tedious tasks.
Imagine this: next term, your teachers come to you and say, 'I have 10 extra hours this week. What should I focus on?' That's what AI does.
So the question isn't 'do we need AI?' The question is: 'do we want our teachers spending time teaching, or spending time writing the same report card comments over and over?'
What do you think?"
[Let them process]
"And remember: you're not paying extra for AI. It's included. You're paying R600 per student for a complete school management system that HAPPENS to have revolutionary AI built in. If the AI saves you even ONE hour per teacher per week, it's paid for itself."Path 6: "We'll wait and see what competitors do"
"I understand the instinct to wait. But let me share three reasons why waiting is actually riskier than acting:
1. PRICE: You're looking at R600 now vs R800 later. For a school with [X] students, that's R[difference] per year you're leaving on the table. Over 5 years, that's R[5x difference].
2. COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE: Schools using YeboLearn's AI will be marketing 'AI-powered tutoring 24/7', 'personalized AI feedback', 'cutting-edge education'. That attracts students. Waiting means falling behind schools who moved first.
3. COMPETITORS WON'T CATCH UP: Building AI like ours takes 2-3 years and millions in investment. PowerSchool, Alma, EduAdmin - they're not investing in AI for Africa. They're focused on US/Europe. By the time they add AI (if they ever do), we'll be 5 years ahead.
So waiting doesn't reduce risk - it increases it. You risk paying more, falling behind, and missing the early adopter advantage.
Here's what I suggest: lock in your early adopter pricing today with our 90-day money-back guarantee. Try YeboLearn for a full term. If the AI doesn't deliver the value we promised, full refund. Zero risk.
Does that make sense?"Closing Technique: The Assumptive Close
Once you've addressed objections:
"Okay, so it sounds like we've addressed your concerns. Let's get you set up.
I'm going to send the contract over now - you'll have it in 10 minutes. Electronic signature, takes 2 minutes to sign.
Once that's done, I'll introduce you to Sarah, our implementation specialist, and she'll schedule your kickoff call for next week.
When do mornings vs afternoons work better for you for that kickoff call?"
[By asking about timing, you're assuming they've decided to move forward - helps them mentally commit]Handling "I Need Board Approval" (3 min)
"Absolutely - this is absolutely a board-level decision. Schools are trusting you with educating their children, so investing in the right tools is critical.
Here's how I can help make that board presentation easy:
MATERIALS I'LL PREPARE FOR YOUR BOARD:
1. Custom board presentation (PowerPoint)
- Executive summary
- AI features overview with live demo screenshots
- ROI analysis specific to [School Name]
- Implementation plan
- Risk mitigation (90-day guarantee)
2. Comparison matrix (YeboLearn vs competitors)
3. Reference calls from similar schools (I can connect you with 2-3 principals who are using YeboLearn)
4. Financial breakdown (cost vs value, payback period)
OR, I can join your board meeting virtually (30 min) to present, demo the AI live, and answer questions directly.
What would serve you best?"
[Listen to their preference]
"Perfect. When is your board meeting?"
[Note the date]
"Great. I'll have everything ready by [date before meeting]. And I'll reserve your early adopter pricing until [date after meeting] so you're not penalized for having to go through proper process.
In the meantime, is there anything else the board will need to feel confident about this decision?"
[Address any additional concerns]
"Excellent. Let's make sure your board says yes. I'll get those materials to you by [date]."Handling "Can We Do a Pilot First?"
"Absolutely! A pilot is a smart way to prove value before full commitment. Here's what I suggest:
PILOT STRUCTURE:
- Choose one grade level (e.g., Grade 10) or one department (e.g., High School)
- Implement full YeboLearn for that subset (~50-100 students)
- Run for one term (3 months)
- Measure: time savings, teacher satisfaction, student/parent feedback
PILOT PRICING:
- Minimum 50 students for pilot
- Same R600 per student rate (early adopter)
- If you expand to full school after pilot, your early adopter rate is locked in
TIMELINE:
- Week 1-2: Implement pilot group
- Week 3-12: Run pilot, gather feedback
- Week 13: Decision point - expand or not
Does a pilot make sense for your situation?"
[If yes]: "Great! Let's structure that. Which grade or department would be best for the pilot?"
[If no]: "Okay, so what would give you confidence to do full implementation now?"Final Push (If Still Hesitant)
"Let me ask you one question: if you could have ONE concern addressed, what would allow you to say yes today?"
[Listen very carefully - this reveals the real blocker]
[Address that specific concern]
"Okay, so if I solve [concern], you're ready to move forward and lock in R600 early adopter pricing?"
[If yes]: "Great. Here's how I'll solve it..." [Solve it and close]
[If no]: "What else is holding you back? Let's put everything on the table."
[Continue until you find the real objection or realize it's not a fit]Ending (If Not Closed)
"I appreciate your thoroughness in evaluating this. I know this is an important decision for [School Name].
Here's what I'm going to do:
1. Send you [specific materials they requested]
2. Connect you with [reference school] for a peer conversation
3. Follow up on [specific date - don't leave it vague]
4. Hold your early adopter pricing until [date]
Between now and then, if you think of any questions, call me directly on [phone] or WhatsApp me. I'm here to help.
Is there anything else I can provide to help you make this decision?"
[Listen]
"Perfect. I'm really confident that YeboLearn is the right fit for [School Name]. Your teachers will thank you when they get back 10+ hours per week, and your students will love the 24/7 AI tutor.
Talk to you on [date]. Looking forward to having you as part of our early adopter family!"Ending (If CLOSED!)
🎉 "Congratulations! You've made a fantastic decision. [School Name] is going to love YeboLearn's AI.
Here's what happens next:
IMMEDIATE (Today):
- Contract sent to your email in 10 minutes
- Sign electronically (takes 2 minutes)
NEXT WEEK:
- Welcome packet with implementation checklist
- Introduction to your dedicated implementation specialist (Sarah/John)
- Kickoff call scheduled
WEEK 2:
- Data migration (you send us spreadsheet, we upload everything)
- System configuration
WEEK 3:
- Training sessions (admin, teachers, support staff)
- Test environment for your team to practice
WEEK 4:
- Go live!
- Ongoing support (2-hour SLA, WhatsApp, email, phone)
You'll be fully operational in one month. And remember - you have a 90-day money-back guarantee, so if you're not seeing the value, full refund. But I've never had a school request a refund. The AI is that good.
Welcome to YeboLearn! I'm excited to work with you. Your teachers are going to get their lives back."
[Celebrate! This is a big win for them and you.]Script 5: Objection Handling - The AI Angle
Complete responses for every objection, with AI positioning.
OBJECTION: "We can't afford it"
The AI Value Reframe:
"I completely understand - budget is always tight for schools. But let me reframe this:
You're not SPENDING R[amount]. You're INVESTING R[amount] to GET BACK R[amount + value].
Here's the math:
YOUR CURRENT SITUATION:
- Teachers spend 15-20 hours/week on admin tasks
- That's 60-80 hours per month per teacher
- For [X] teachers, that's [X × 60] hours per month
- At R300/hour, you're paying R[amount] per month in teacher time on admin
YEBOLEARN WITH AI:
- AI does 70% of that admin work (report cards, essay grading, lesson plans)
- Teachers get back 10-15 hours per week = 40-60 hours per month
- For [X] teachers, that's [X × 40] hours saved per month
- At R300/hour, that's R[amount] per month in value
YeboLearn costs R[monthly cost] per month. You're getting R[value] per month back. That's net SAVINGS of R[difference] per month.
So the question isn't 'can we afford it?' The question is 'can we afford NOT to do this?'
Plus, with early adopter pricing at R600 instead of R800, you're saving an additional R[difference] per year. If you wait, that savings disappears.
Does the math make sense?"
[If still hesitant]:
"What if we structured payment on your budget cycle - quarterly or per-term instead of annually? Would that help with cash flow?"OBJECTION: "Our teachers aren't tech-savvy"
The Simplicity + Motivation Angle:
"That's the #1 concern we hear, and here's why it's never been a problem:
1. SIMPLICITY:
YeboLearn is designed for simplicity. If you can use WhatsApp, you can use YeboLearn. The teacher interface has 4 big buttons: Attendance, Grades, Reports, Messages. That's it. We don't overwhelm them with features.
2. TRAINING:
We provide comprehensive training in English AND siSwati (or whichever language your teachers prefer). 2-hour session, all recorded for reference. Most teachers are comfortable within one week.
3. MOTIVATION:
Here's the key: once teachers see they're getting back 10+ hours per week from AI writing their report cards and grading essays, they're MOTIVATED to learn. We've never had a teacher reject YeboLearn after seeing the time savings. They WANT to use it.
4. PROOF:
Our oldest active user is 67 years old. She had never used school software before YeboLearn. She now uses it daily and says it's 'easier than Facebook'.
Plus, we have WhatsApp support. If a teacher gets stuck, they can message us directly and we respond in minutes. We hold their hand through the learning process.
Can I show you how simple the teacher interface is? It'll take 2 minutes."
[If they say yes, show them. If they say no]:
"Trust me on this: teacher adoption has never been a problem for YeboLearn. The AI does the hard work. Teachers just click buttons."OBJECTION: "What if it doesn't work for us?"
The 90-Day Guarantee + Social Proof:
"Great question - I appreciate you thinking about risk. Here's how we eliminate that risk:
90-DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE:
If YeboLearn isn't delivering the value we promised in the first 90 days - if your teachers aren't saving 10+ hours per week, if the AI isn't working as advertised, if you're not satisfied for ANY reason - we'll refund your payment. No questions asked. No hassle.
But here's the thing: in our 3+ years of operation, we've NEVER had a school request a refund. Not one. The value is that clear once you start using it.
SOCIAL PROOF:
We have [X] schools using YeboLearn across South Africa. Average satisfaction score: [X]/10. Average time savings reported: [X] hours per teacher per week. Average retention rate: 98%.
Here's what schools tell us after 3 months:
- 'I wish we'd switched sooner'
- 'The AI has changed our teachers' lives'
- 'Parents love the real-time updates'
- 'We're never going back to manual processes'
REFERENCES:
I can connect you with 2-3 similar schools - similar size, similar budget, similar concerns - so you can hear directly from principals who were in your exact position and made the switch.
Would that help?"
[If yes]: "Great! Let me set up those reference calls."
[If still hesitant]: "What specific concern do you have about it not working? Let's address that directly."OBJECTION: "We're happy with [Competitor]"
The AI Differentiation Attack:
"I'm glad you have something that's working - that's way better than being stuck with manual processes!
Can I ask: what do you like most about [Competitor]?"
[Listen carefully]
"Those are great features. I appreciate that. Now let me ask: does [Competitor] have AI features? Can their system write report card comments, grade essays, or provide 24/7 tutoring to students?"
[They'll say no]
"Exactly. And that's the fundamental difference. [Competitor] is a solid TRADITIONAL school management system. YeboLearn is an AI-POWERED platform. They're different categories.
With [Competitor], you're getting digital versions of manual processes. That's valuable! But you're still doing the work - just digitally instead of on paper.
With YeboLearn, the AI DOES the work FOR YOU. Your teachers don't write report card comments - AI does. Your teachers don't spend hours marking essays - AI does. Your students don't wait until tomorrow for help - AI tutors them at midnight on Sunday.
Here's a question: if you could wave a magic wand and improve THREE things about [Competitor], what would they be?"
[Listen carefully - these are pain points]
"Those are exactly the areas where YeboLearn's AI shines. [Map their pain points to YeboLearn AI features].
Look, [Competitor] is fine for what it is. But YeboLearn is the next generation. It's like comparing a regular phone to a smartphone. Both make calls, but one does SO much more.
Would you be open to a 20-minute side-by-side comparison? No commitment - just see what AI can do that [Competitor] can't."
[If yes]: "Great! When works better - this week or next week?"
[If no]: "I understand. Let me leave you with this: when [Competitor] adds AI features - which they will eventually - you'll wish you'd locked in YeboLearn's R600 early adopter pricing. Our standard rate will be R800+. Just something to consider."OBJECTION: "Can you give us a discount?"
The Value Justification + Early Adopter Frame:
"I appreciate you asking - I want to work within your budget. But let me explain why the pricing is what it is:
CURRENT PRICING:
- Early adopter: R600/student/year (what I quoted you)
- Standard: R800/student/year (after 100 schools)
YOU'RE ALREADY GETTING 25% OFF:
The R600 rate I quoted IS the discount. You're already saving R200/student/year compared to standard pricing. For a school with [X] students, that's R[X × 200] per year in savings.
COMPETITOR COMPARISON:
- PowerSchool: R2,200/student/year (you're saving R1,600)
- Alma: R1,800/student/year (you're saving R1,200)
- EduAdmin: R1,200/student/year (you're saving R600)
So YeboLearn with 15+ AI features is ALREADY the most affordable option with the most value.
WHAT'S INCLUDED AT R600:
- All 15+ AI features (worth R400+/student alone)
- All core platform features (worth R300/student)
- 11 South African languages (worth R100/student)
- Mobile money integration (worth R50/student)
- Unlimited users, unlimited support
- Free implementation and training
- 2-year price lock
You're getting R850+ in value for R600. That's already a 30%+ discount.
HOWEVER...
I CAN offer additional savings if you:
1. Pay annually instead of per-term: Additional 10% off = R540/student/year
2. Refer another school who signs up: R100/student credit
3. Pay upfront for 2 years: Additional 15% off = R510/student/year
Would any of those help make this work within your budget?"
[If still pushing for discount]:
"I hear you. But here's the reality: at R600/student, we're already barely covering our costs to provide 15+ AI features, which require significant computing power and ongoing AI development. If we go lower, we can't sustain the quality and innovation that makes YeboLearn valuable.
What I CAN do is structure payment to make it easier - quarterly installments, for example. Would that help?"OBJECTION: "We need board approval and that takes months"
The Board Support Package:
"Absolutely - this is definitely a board-level decision. Investing in the right tools for your school is critical, and boards rightfully scrutinize big purchases.
Here's how I can make that board process as easy as possible:
MATERIALS I'LL PREPARE:
1. BOARD PRESENTATION (PowerPoint, 15 slides):
- Executive summary (1 slide)
- Problem statement: teacher burnout, admin overload (1 slide)
- Solution: YeboLearn's 15+ AI features (3 slides with screenshots)
- Live demo screenshots (2 slides showing AI in action)
- ROI analysis specific to [School Name] (2 slides with charts)
- Competitor comparison (1 slide matrix)
- Implementation plan (1 slide timeline)
- Risk mitigation: 90-day guarantee (1 slide)
- Pricing breakdown (1 slide)
- References and social proof (1 slide)
- Recommendation (1 slide)
2. ONE-PAGE EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
- Problem, solution, ROI, cost, timeline - all on one page
- Board members can read in 2 minutes before the meeting
3. FINANCIAL BREAKDOWN:
- Cost vs value comparison
- Year 1 ROI: 134-200%
- 5-year NPV calculation
- Payback period: 5 months
4. REFERENCE CALLS:
- I'll connect you with 2-3 principals from similar schools
- Board members can call them directly to validate claims
5. RISK ANALYSIS:
- What if it doesn't work? (90-day refund)
- What if teachers don't adopt? (Training + support plan)
- What if we lose data? (Security measures + backups)
- What if vendor goes out of business? (Data export + escrow)
OR - if easier - I CAN JOIN YOUR BOARD MEETING:
- 30-minute virtual presentation
- Live demo of AI features
- Answer board questions directly
- Provide materials afterward for due diligence
What would serve you best?"
[Listen to preference]
"Perfect. When is your board meeting?"
[Note date]
"Great. I'll have everything ready by [1 week before meeting] so you have time to review before presenting.
And here's what I'll do: I'll HOLD your early adopter pricing of R600/student until [2 weeks after board meeting]. That way you're not penalized for going through proper governance process. Fair?"
[They'll appreciate this]
"In the meantime, what questions do YOU have that will likely come up from the board? Let's address those now so you're prepared."
[Address their questions]
"Perfect. Let's make sure your board says yes. I'm confident they will once they see the ROI and AI differentiation."OBJECTION: "We don't need AI / We've never used AI before"
The Time = Money Reframe:
"I hear you - AI is new for schools, and it can feel like 'nice to have' tech rather than 'must have'.
But let me reframe this, because this isn't really about AI. It's about TIME.
Let me ask you three questions:
1. Do your teachers ever complain about not having enough time? Do they work evenings and weekends on admin tasks like report cards, marking, and lesson planning?"
[They'll say yes]
"2. Do you wish your students had access to tutoring help outside of school hours - evenings, weekends - but you can't afford to hire tutors?"
[They'll say yes]
"3. Do you struggle with late fee payments and cash flow issues because you're chasing parents reactively instead of proactively?"
[They'll say yes]
"Those three problems - teacher time, student support, fee collection - they all come down to CAPACITY. You don't have enough teacher capacity. You don't have enough tutoring capacity. You don't have enough admin capacity.
AI gives you capacity. It's like hiring 10 extra staff members who work 24/7 for free.
- AI writes report card comments → Teachers get back 10+ hours per term
- AI tutors students 24/7 → Students get help at midnight on Sunday
- AI predicts late payments → You follow up proactively, not reactively
So this isn't about 'do we need AI?' This is about 'do we want to solve our capacity problems?'
And here's the kicker: you're not paying EXTRA for AI. YeboLearn costs the same as competitors who DON'T have AI. You're getting R600/student for AI + everything else. PowerSchool charges R2,200 and has ZERO AI.
So the real question is: why would you pay the same price (or more) for a system WITHOUT AI when you could have AI included?
Does that make sense?"
[Let them process]
"And remember: your teachers don't need to 'understand AI' - they just click a button and AI does the work. It's simple. We've had 67-year-old teachers use it successfully.
Can I show you one AI feature live - just 5 minutes - so you can see how simple and powerful it is?"
[If yes]: "Great! Let me share my screen..."
[If no]: "I understand. But I'd encourage you to at least TRY it with our 90-day guarantee. Worst case, you get a refund. Best case, you revolutionize your school. No risk."OBJECTION: "We'll wait for competitors to add AI"
The First-Mover Advantage + Price Increase:
"I understand the instinct to wait - you want to see if competitors match YeboLearn's AI before committing. But waiting is actually the HIGHEST RISK strategy. Here's why:
1. TIME TO BUILD AI:
Building AI like YeboLearn's takes 2-3 years and millions in investment. We've been developing this since 2021. Competitors are just starting to think about AI for Africa now. By the time they launch (if they do), we'll be 3-5 years ahead with better AI trained on African schools specifically.
PowerSchool, Alma, EduAdmin - they're focused on US/Europe markets. Africa is not their priority. They won't build Africa-specific AI (11 languages, CAPS curriculum, mobile money) for years, if ever.
2. PRICE WILL INCREASE:
You're looking at R600/student now vs R800+ later. For [X] students, that's R[difference] per year. Over 5 years, that's R[5× difference] you're leaving on the table by waiting.
And when competitors add AI, they'll charge PREMIUM. PowerSchool is already R2,200. If they add AI, expect R2,500+. You'll regret not locking in R600.
3. COMPETITIVE DISADVANTAGE:
Schools using YeboLearn NOW are already marketing: '24/7 AI tutoring', 'AI-powered personalized learning', 'cutting-edge technology'. That attracts students and parents.
If you wait, other schools in your area will move first. You'll be playing catch-up while they benefit from the AI advantage.
4. NO RISK TO ACT NOW:
We have a 90-day money-back guarantee. If you try YeboLearn and decide to wait for competitors after all, full refund. Zero risk.
But if you wait and THEN want YeboLearn, you'll pay R800 instead of R600. That's R[difference] per year forever.
So waiting doesn't reduce risk - it INCREASES it. You risk:
- Paying 33% more (R800 vs R600)
- Falling behind competitor schools
- Missing 2-3 years of AI-driven time savings for teachers
Here's what I suggest: lock in your R600 early adopter pricing TODAY. Try YeboLearn for one term (3 months). If competitors launch something better by then, you can switch with our 90-day guarantee. But I'd bet R100,000 they won't.
Does that make sense?"
[If still hesitant]:
"Let me ask you this: what would competitors need to offer to make you choose them over YeboLearn?"
[Listen]
"Okay, so if YeboLearn already has [those features], why wait? Lock in R600, get a 2-year head start on AI, and save R200/student/year. Waiting only costs you money and time."OBJECTION: "What if the AI makes mistakes?"
The Human-in-the-Loop + Accuracy Data:
"Excellent question - accuracy is critical when we're talking about student education and data.
Here's how YeboLearn's AI is designed to prevent mistakes:
1. HUMAN-IN-THE-LOOP:
The AI is a tool, not a replacement. Teachers always review and approve AI-generated content before it goes to students or parents.
Example: AI writes report card comments → Teacher reviews → Teacher edits if needed → Teacher approves → Comment sent.
We NEVER let AI send anything directly without human oversight. Teachers are always in control.
2. ACCURACY RATES:
We've tested our AI extensively:
- Report card comments: 96% teacher approval rate (teachers approve without edits)
- Essay grading: 94% agreement with human graders
- Lesson plans: 92% teacher acceptance rate
- AI tutor responses: 98% accuracy verified against curriculum
These are HIGHER accuracy rates than human-only processes, where teachers make mistakes when tired or rushed.
3. IMPROVES OVER TIME:
The AI learns from your school's specific context. After seeing your teachers' edits a few times, it adapts to your school's tone, standards, and style. It gets MORE accurate the longer you use it.
4. TRANSPARENCY:
Teachers can see WHY the AI made specific decisions. For example, if AI grades an essay as 75%, the teacher can see exactly which criteria led to that score. Full transparency.
5. FALLBACK:
If a teacher doesn't trust the AI for a specific student or situation, they can always write manually. The AI is optional on a case-by-case basis.
6. SAFETY RAILS:
The AI has built-in safety features:
- Won't generate inappropriate content
- Won't make grade changes without teacher approval
- Won't send messages to parents without review
- Flags uncertain responses for human review
7. INSURANCE:
If the AI ever makes a mistake that causes real harm (which has never happened), we have professional indemnity insurance that covers schools.
COMPARISON:
Think about accuracy this way: what's more likely to be wrong?
- AI that analyzes 100 data points and follows consistent logic
- Human teacher who's marking essay #47 at 11pm on a Sunday after a long week
The AI doesn't get tired, doesn't have biases, doesn't make math errors. It's actually MORE reliable than human-only processes.
BUT - and this is key - we combine AI speed with human judgment. Best of both worlds.
Does that address your concern about mistakes?"
[If yes]: "Great! Any other concerns?"
[If still worried]: "What specific type of mistake are you most concerned about? Let me address that directly."OBJECTION: "Our internet is slow/unreliable"
The Offline Mode + Optimization:
"Great question - internet reliability is a real concern in many parts of South Africa. We've designed YeboLearn specifically for African infrastructure.
Here's how we handle slow/unreliable internet:
1. OFFLINE CAPABILITIES:
Critical features work offline:
- Attendance: Teachers can mark attendance on their phone offline. It syncs when internet returns.
- Grade entry: Teachers can enter grades offline, syncs later.
- Reports: Once loaded, reports are cached and viewable offline.
2. OPTIMIZED FOR SLOW CONNECTIONS:
YeboLearn works on 2G. We've optimized every page to load fast:
- Compressed images (10x smaller than competitors)
- Minimal data usage (average: 50KB per page load)
- Progressive loading (critical content loads first)
- Local caching (frequently-used data stored on device)
COMPARISON:
- PowerSchool: Requires high-speed internet, won't load on 2G
- YeboLearn: Works on 2G, optimized for Africa
3. MOBILE-FIRST:
Teachers can use YeboLearn on their phones using mobile data if school WiFi is down. Most features work perfectly on phones with minimal data usage.
4. SMS FALLBACK:
If internet is completely down, critical notifications (attendance alerts, fee reminders) can still go out via SMS. Parents don't need internet to receive updates.
5. LOCAL HOSTING OPTION (Enterprise):
For larger schools with persistent internet issues, we can host YeboLearn on a local server at your school. Full system works without internet, syncs to cloud when connection is available.
6. AI PROCESSING:
AI features require internet (because they use cloud computing), but they work on slow connections:
- AI report card generation: 3-5 seconds on slow internet vs 1-2 seconds on fast
- AI essay grading: 2-3 minutes on slow internet vs 90 seconds on fast
Still MUCH faster than manual processes.
REAL-WORLD EXAMPLE:
We have schools in rural KZN with unreliable internet using YeboLearn successfully. Teachers mark attendance offline, enter grades offline, and when internet returns (even for 10 minutes), everything syncs automatically.
Would you like me to show you offline mode in action? I can disconnect from WiFi and show you how it works."
[If yes]: Demonstrate.
[If no]: "Trust me - internet has never been a blocker for YeboLearn schools. We've solved this problem."Tips for Sales Success
Before Any Call:
1. RESEARCH (10 minutes):
- School website: programs, values, size, location
- Social media: recent posts, parent feedback
- News: any articles about the school
- Competitors: what system might they be using
- LinkedIn: background on principal/owner
2. PREPARE AI DEMOS:
- Test all AI features you'll demo
- Have comparison matrix ready
- Queue up screenshots/videos
- Prepare school-specific examples
3. HAVE MATERIALS READY:
- Proposal template (personalize with their name)
- ROI calculator (pre-fill their numbers)
- One-pager PDF
- Comparison matrix PDF
- Reference list
4. SET ENVIRONMENT:
- Quiet space, no interruptions
- Two monitors (one for notes, one for demo)
- Water nearby
- Pen and paper for notes
- CRM open to log call
During the Call:
1. LISTEN MORE THAN TALK (70/30 rule):
- Let them talk
- Take detailed notes
- Don't interrupt
- Pause before responding
2. USE THEIR WORDS: When they describe a problem, repeat it back using their EXACT phrasing.
Example:
- Them: "Our teachers are drowning in admin work"
- You: "So your teachers are DROWNING in admin work - that's exactly what YeboLearn's AI solves..."
3. ANCHOR ON AI: Every 5-10 minutes, return to AI differentiation:
- "And remember, no competitor has AI features"
- "This is only possible because of our AI"
- "That's AI feature #7 of 15+"
4. CREATE "WOW" MOMENTS: Don't just TELL them about AI - SHOW them:
- Live demos (3-second report card generation)
- Before/after comparisons (30 essays, 3 hours → 90 seconds)
- Visual comparisons (matrix showing 15+ vs 0)
5. ASSUME THE SALE: Use language that assumes they're moving forward:
- "When you implement YeboLearn..." (not "if")
- "Your teachers will love..." (not "would love")
- "After you go live..." (not "if you decide to")
6. HANDLE OBJECTIONS IMMEDIATELY: Don't let objections fester. Address them the moment they arise.
7. MATCH THEIR ENERGY:
- If they're excited → be excited
- If they're skeptical → be calm and logical
- If they're rushed → be efficient
After the Call:
1. FOLLOW UP WITHIN 1 HOUR: Send email with:
- Thank you
- Summary of what was discussed
- Materials promised (one-pager, comparison matrix, proposal)
- Next steps with specific date/time
- Your direct contact info
2. UPDATE CRM IMMEDIATELY: Document:
- Pain points they mentioned (verbatim)
- Objections raised
- Decision makers involved
- Timeline for decision
- Next action and date
3. PREPARE FOR NEXT STEP:
- If demo next: Configure environment to look like their school
- If proposal next: Customize with their specific numbers
- If closing next: Prepare contract and implementation plan
4. SET CALENDAR REMINDERS:
- Day before next call: Send reminder email
- Morning of call: Send "Looking forward to our call at [time]" message
- If no next call scheduled: Reminder to follow up on [date]
5. STAY TOP OF MIND: Between calls, provide value:
- Send relevant article about AI in education
- Share case study from similar school
- Send tip about feature they asked about
- Check in: "How's term going? Still thinking about YeboLearn?"
Success Metrics to Track
Track these metrics to improve over time:
CONVERSION RATES:
- Cold Call → Discovery: Target >20%
- Discovery → Demo: Target >80%
- Demo → Proposal: Target >60%
- Proposal → Close: Target >40%
- Overall (Cold → Close): Target >4%
TIME METRICS:
- Average sales cycle: Target <30 days
- Time to first demo: Target <7 days
- Time to proposal: Target <14 days
- Time to close: Target <30 days
QUALITY METRICS:
- Average deal size: R[amount] (track by school size)
- Early adopter conversion: Target >70% take R600 pricing
- Churn rate: Target <5% annual churn
- NPS from customers: Target >70
OBJECTION TRACKING:
Track which objections come up most frequently and refine responses:
- Price: [X%] of calls
- Technical capability: [X%]
- Board approval: [X%]
- Competitor comparison: [X%]
- etc.
Final Reminder: You're Selling Transformation
Remember: You're not selling software. You're not selling AI. You're selling:
- TIME back to overworked teachers (10-15 hours/week)
- PEACE OF MIND to stressed principals (no more drowning in admin)
- BETTER OUTCOMES for students (24/7 AI tutoring, personalized support)
- COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE for schools (first-mover on AI in Africa)
- FINANCIAL VALUE to school owners (134-200% ROI, 5-month payback)
Lead with AI. Show the comparison (15+ vs 0). Create wow moments. Use early adopter urgency. And close with confidence.
YeboLearn is revolutionary. Sell it like the revolution it is.
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