Day 26 · AI Hustler 45 · 2026

Phase 2
Practical Exam

AI Hustler 45 — PHASE 2 FINAL — TARAhut AI Labs

This is it. Everything you learned in Phase 2 comes together. You will pitch a COMPLETE client package to a simulated business owner — under a 15-minute time limit. Scored on 6 criteria. Pass mark: 70/100. This is the closest thing to a real client meeting.

Exam Brief

Phase 2 Practical Exam Rules

You have 15 minutes. You are meeting a real business owner (simulated by your trainer or peer). You must pitch a complete digital marketing package, handle at least 2 objections, and attempt to close the deal. This is not theory — this is performance.

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Exam Format

Duration: 15 minutes maximum. Format: Live pitch to simulated client. Evaluators: Trainer + 2 peers. Pass mark: 70/100. Retake: Available after 24 hours of additional practice if score is below 70.

Exam Timeline
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Introduction
2 min
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Audit/Discovery
3 min
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Pitch Package
5 min
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Handle Objections
3 min
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Close
2 min
15 minutes total. Timer runs from the moment you say hello. Practice until this feels natural.
RULE 1⏱️

15-Minute Hard Limit

At 15 minutes, the evaluator cuts you off. You must have attempted a close by then. Time management IS part of the score. Practice with a timer. If you tend to ramble, script your key points and stick to them.

RULE 2📱

AI Tools Allowed

You CAN use AI during the exam to demonstrate live capabilities. Show the client how you would generate their content using AI. Pull up their Google listing live. This shows competence, not weakness. Smart use of tools is part of being a professional.

RULE 3🗣️

Minimum 2 Objections

The simulated client WILL throw at least 2 objections. Could be price, trust, "nephew does it", or "social media doesn't work." You must handle each one using the LAAR framework. Not handling objections = automatic 0 on that scoring criterion.

RULE 4💰

Must Quote a Price

You MUST present clear pricing with packages (at least 2 tiers). Vague pricing like "it depends" scores zero. Have your numbers ready: one-time setup fee, monthly management fee, what is included in each tier. Confidence in pricing = confidence in value.

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EXAM DAY — Read the assignment carefully.
The Assignment

Your Client: Randhawa Sweets & Catering

You are meeting Manpreet Randhawa, owner of 'Randhawa Sweets & Catering' in Amritsar. Established 10 years ago. Known for wedding catering and traditional Punjabi sweets. Currently has NO online presence — no Google listing, no social media, no website. They rely 100% on word-of-mouth.

Client Profile — Randhawa Sweets & Catering

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Your Goal

Pitch a complete digital marketing package covering: Google My Business setup, Facebook + Instagram setup, WhatsApp Business optimization, content strategy, review management. Present 2-3 pricing tiers. Handle at least 2 objections. Attempt to close with a specific next step and timeline.

What You Must Deliver in the Pitch

DELIVERABLE 1📍

Google My Business Plan

Explain what GMB is, why they need it, how it will make them visible when people search "sweets Amritsar" or "wedding caterer Amritsar." Promise specific outcomes: appearing on Google Maps, photo gallery, review collection system.

DELIVERABLE 2📱

Social Media Strategy

Facebook + Instagram setup. Content pillars for a sweet shop: product showcase, behind-the-scenes (halwai making sweets), wedding catering photos, customer testimonials, festival specials. Show a sample week content plan.

DELIVERABLE 3💬

WhatsApp Business Setup

Catalog of sweets with photos and prices. Quick replies for common questions. Broadcast templates for Diwali, weddings, festive seasons. Contact labels for different customer types. Status marketing plan.

DELIVERABLE 4

Review Management

Set up review generation system with QR codes and WhatsApp templates. Respond to all reviews. Build from 0 to 50+ reviews in 3 months. Explain how reviews directly impact search ranking and customer trust.

DELIVERABLE 5💰

Pricing Packages

At least 2 tiers: Basic (one-time setup ₹5,000-8,000) and Monthly Management (₹5,000-8,000/month). Optional premium tier with ads. Explain ROI: if 5 new wedding orders come from online visibility = ₹2-5 lakh additional revenue.

DELIVERABLE 6🤝

Objection Handling + Close

Handle price objection with daily cost breakdown and ROI math. Handle nephew objection with professional vs amateur positioning. Close with specific next step: "Can we start the GMB setup tomorrow? I just need 30 minutes and your shop photos."

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Structure your 15-minute pitch perfectly.
Pitch Structure

The 15-Minute Pitch Blueprint

Follow this exact structure to nail your pitch within the time limit.

MIN 0-2🤝

Introduction + Rapport

"Namaste Manpreet ji! Main [name] hoon, TARAhut AI Labs se. Aapke baare mein suna hai — 10 saal se Amritsar ki best mithai! Aaj main aapko dikhaunga ki kaise aap apne business ko online le jaake competitor se aage nikal sakte hain." Build connection first, pitch second.

MIN 2-5🔍

Discovery Questions

Ask 3-4 key questions: "Aapke zyaadatar orders kahan se aate hain?" "Wedding season ke baad business kaisa rehta hai?" "Kya aapne kabhi dekha hai ki competitor online kitne visible hain?" "Google pe 'sweets Amritsar' search kiya hai?" Let THEM tell you the problem.

MIN 5-10📊

Present the Solution

Walk through each service: GMB (show on phone), social media (show competitor's Instagram), WhatsApp Business (show features). For each: what it is, why they need it, what results to expect. Use specific numbers and competitor examples. Show, do not just tell.

MIN 10-13💰

Pricing + Objection Handling

Present 2-3 packages with clear pricing. When objections come (and they will): LAAR framework. Daily cost breakdown: "₹200/day se kam — ek plate mithai se bhi kam." Show ROI: "Ek wedding order = ₹50,000-1,00,000. Agar ek extra order aaya online se, yeh investment 10x return dega."

MIN 13-15🤝

Close + Next Steps

Use one of the 6 closing techniques. Calendar close: "Kal ya parson — kab 30 minute nikaal sakte hain GMB setup ke liye?" Summary close: "Toh ₹5,000 mein aapko Google listing, social media setup, WhatsApp Business — sab mil raha hai. Shall we start?" Leave with a clear next action.

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Know exactly how you will be scored.
Scoring

Exam Scoring Rubric

100 points total. Pass mark: 70/100. Each criterion scored independently.

Phase 2 Practical Exam — Scoring Rubric

1. Professional Introduction + Rapport Building10 pts
2. Discovery Questions (understood client needs)15 pts
3. Service Package Presentation (GMB + Social + WhatsApp + Reviews)25 pts
4. Clear Pricing with Tiered Packages15 pts
5. Objection Handling (minimum 2 objections)20 pts
6. Closing Attempt + Clear Next Steps15 pts
TOTAL100 pts
SCORING 1🤝

Introduction (10 pts)

10 pts: Confident, warm, professional. Builds rapport. References their business specifically. 7 pts: Adequate introduction, somewhat stiff. 4 pts: Nervous, generic, no rapport. 0 pts: No introduction or offensive start.

SCORING 2🔍

Discovery (15 pts)

15 pts: Asks 3+ insightful questions, actively listens, references answers later. 10 pts: Asks 2 basic questions, listens. 5 pts: Asks 1 question, mostly talks. 0 pts: No questions — goes straight to pitch (biggest mistake).

SCORING 3📊

Package Presentation (25 pts)

25 pts: Covers all 4 services, uses examples, shows competitor data, demonstrates AI tools live. 18 pts: Covers 3 services with adequate detail. 10 pts: Covers 2 services, surface-level. 0 pts: Vague, no specific services mentioned.

SCORING 4💰

Pricing (15 pts)

15 pts: 2-3 clear tiers with specific numbers, justified with ROI math. 10 pts: 2 tiers, adequate explanation. 5 pts: Single price, no justification. 0 pts: "It depends" or no price quoted.

SCORING 5🗣️

Objection Handling (20 pts)

20 pts: Handles 2+ objections using LAAR, stays calm, reframes effectively. 14 pts: Handles 2 objections, somewhat effective. 7 pts: Handles 1 objection, gets flustered. 0 pts: Argues, gets defensive, or ignores objections.

SCORING 6🤝

Close (15 pts)

15 pts: Uses a named closing technique, proposes specific next step + date. 10 pts: Attempts a close, somewhat vague next step. 5 pts: Weak close, no urgency. 0 pts: No closing attempt — lets client "think about it" without pushing back.

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Scoring Tiers

90-100: Exceptional — ready for real clients immediately. 80-89: Excellent — minor polish needed. 70-79: Pass — solid foundation, practice closing. Below 70: Retake after 24 hours of focused practice on weak areas.

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Final preparation before the exam.
Preparation

Exam Day Preparation Checklist

Everything you need to prepare before stepping into the exam room.

Pre-Exam Preparation Checklist

Tap items to check them off

Last-Minute Tips

You have learned Canva, social media, AI content, Google My Business, WhatsApp Business, Meta Suite, multilingual marketing, objection handling, and workflow systems. 25 days of training. You ARE ready. Go prove it.
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Final knowledge check before the live exam.
Quiz

Phase 2 Knowledge Check

8 questions covering everything from Phase 2. This is your warm-up before the live exam.

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Phase 2 Complete

Phase 2 COMPLETE!

You have completed the Applied Skills phase of AI Hustler 45. Phase 3 begins tomorrow.

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GMB
Local SEO mastered
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Meta Suite
FB + IG + Ads
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Multilingual
Hindi + Punjabi
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Sales
Objections + Closing
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Systems
5-client workflow
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Phase 3 Begins: Business Skills

Tomorrow starts Phase 3 — the Business phase. You have the technical skills. Now you need the business skills: invoicing, payment tracking, referral systems, time management, and building a sustainable freelance business. Phase 3 turns your skills into a real income.

"Phase 1 mein tumne tools seekhe. Phase 2 mein tumne skills apply kiye. Phase 3 mein tum business banaoge. You are 58% through the program. The hardest part is behind you. The most exciting part is ahead."

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