When most people say they don’t have time to build a business, Ershod Jasey proves otherwise. While working full-time as a technical recruiter, he’s quietly built a fast-growing voice AI agency by leading with service, asking the right questions, and tapping into a network that already trusts him. This is the story of how a “part-time” entrepreneur is making full-time waves in the AI space.
Doing Both: A Dream Job + a Bigger Dream
Ershod isn’t someone who hates his job. In fact, he loves it. He works as a recruiter for a tech company—an industry he’s been in for 30+ years. But he also knew that helping someone else build their legacy wasn’t enough.
“As much as I love my job and the people I work with, I had to think about my legacy. What am I building for my sons? What can I pass on?”
That’s when he decided to go all-in on building his own business—on his terms, in his spare time.
A Business Built on Relationships, Not Cold Pitches
Ershod didn’t start by blasting cold emails or calling random numbers.
He started with 10 names—his most trusted contacts, the hardest conversations he could have—and simply asked them one thing:
“If this existed, what would you do with it?”
He didn’t pitch. He didn’t sell. He asked for feedback. And by shutting up and listening, he let the conversations convert themselves.
“They talked themselves into it. I just guided the conversation and got out of the way.”
This simple “non-sales” strategy opened the door to partnerships with chambers, associations, and leaders in his city who are now connecting him with hundreds of potential clients.
Positioning Voice AI as the Solution They Didn’t Know They Needed
When people ask Ershod what he’s selling, he doesn’t start with features or software.
He starts with curiosity.
He frames Voice AI not as a shiny object, but as the missing puzzle piece to existing problems: missed calls, follow-up failures, overworked staff, and poor website conversions.
“It’s the last-mile solution most businesses didn’t know they were missing. But once they hear it and see it, they can’t unsee it.”
He’s even demoed it to chambers with 3,000+ members—by simply asking the director, “Would your members find value in this?”
The answer? A resounding yes.
The Text That Changed Everything
Ershod shared a simple move that’s gotten massive results: sending a short text with a Voice AI demo link.
“I sent it to one guy. He asked if he could share it. I said sure, thinking he meant 3 or 4 people. He sent it to 143.”
The demand that followed was so strong, he had to pause and restructure just to keep up.
If you’re wondering how to open high-level doors in your own city, this text might be all you need. (Drop ‘Ershod Text’ in the comments if you want it.)
From Local Connections to Legacy Clients
One of Ershod’s first deals started small, less than $500.
But it opened the door to six-figure conversations and long-term relationships. And every time he demoed Voice AI to someone else in his network, they passed it along.
“This town is small. You show the right thing to the right person, and they’ll tell everyone.”
Even better? Many of his clients are now coming to him with more projects, asking for landing pages, automation, and CRM integrations.
Because he led with value, trust, and the right tool, he’s now their go-to tech partner.
Why He’s Not Slowing Down—Even With a Full-Time Job
Ershod’s schedule is tight. He’s working 8–5, blocking time during lunch to handle calls, and spending evenings with his family and inside the GSD community.
But he’s never felt more energized.
“This isn’t burning me out. It’s lighting me up.”
And the best part? His family supports him. They see the vision. They know this is about building something long-term, for them.
Ershod’s Advice to New or Hesitant Entrepreneurs
For anyone on the fence about joining GSD or launching their own AI agency, here’s what Ershod had to say:
“You’re not here by coincidence. Don’t overthink it. Don’t talk yourself out of it. This isn’t magic, but it works—if you do.”
“Fire the internal lawyer that’s arguing against your dreams. Take action, and the results will come faster than you think.”
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