In this episode of Going With the Flow, Lucas sits down with Abby and Logan from SameDay AI, the AI call-handling partner Cellino uses for overflow and after-hours calls. Abby and Logan share SameDay’s origin story, from their founder’s experience in pest control to creating AI specifically for the home services industry. They explain how the platform has expanded beyond inbound calls to include outbound calling, CSR coaching, and web chat. The conversation highlights rapid AI advancements, common misconceptions between modern AI and traditional automated phone systems, and why AI works best as a tool to support, not replace, people. Lucas shares real call volume data from Cellino, showing how AI has been a game changer during busy seasons and helps manage the unpredictability of service calls. The episode wraps with a discussion of SameDay’s future capabilities, people-first technology, and even a bit of Buffalo Bills and Super Bowl talk.

What You Will Learn in This Episode

  • SameDay AI’s origin story and focus on home services
  • How AI supports inbound, outbound, and web chat communications
  • CSR coaching and AI’s role in improving customer service
  • Common misconceptions about AI versus traditional automated phone systems
  • How AI helps Cellino manage call volume during peak seasons
  • Future AI capabilities and the importance of people-first technology
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If this episode inspires you, remember Cellino uses cutting-edge tools like SameDay AI to provide responsive, reliable service while keeping a people-first approach at the heart of every interaction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

An AI-powered call-handling platform that manages overflow, after-hours calls, outbound calls, web chat, and CSR coaching for home service companies.

It helps manage high call volumes, provides consistent customer support, and balances the unpredictability of service calls.

No. SameDay AI is designed to support and enhance human staff, not replace them.

Faster response times, improved customer experience, better call tracking, and coaching for CSR teams.

Expansion into advanced outbound calling, smarter AI coaching, and new tools that maintain a people-first approach.

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