Business idea · SaaS
Google Review Activation Tool
Google Review Activation Tool is a SaaS tool that automates the process of requesting and managing Google reviews for businesses, helping them improve their online reputation and visibility. It was pitched on Koerner Office, hosted by Chris Koerner, in the episode "Anyone Can Start This $18K/Month Business With a Phone - Ep. #348" (aired October 30, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | Koerner Office |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Chris Koerner |
| Episode | Anyone Can Start This $18K/Month Business With a Phone - Ep. #348 |
| Aired | October 30, 2026 |
| Category | SaaS |
| Real companies on the episode | Go High Level, Event Letter Rentals, Carlos' Landscaping Business, Loom, James' Marketing Agency |
The problem it solves
Many businesses fail to leverage their existing customer base for reviews, which can significantly affect their search visibility and customer trust.
How it makes money
This could be a subscription-based service where businesses pay a monthly fee to use the review automation tool and receive ongoing support.
Skills you need
Skills in software development, user experience design, and digital marketing are necessary to create and maintain the tool.
The market, and why this works now
Most businesses overlook the potential of existing customers to generate reviews, which can influence online visibility. The rise of automated review requests through platforms like Zapier makes this tool feasible now. A viable first revenue move is to target local businesses through Yelp's advertising program, promoting the service to those with low review counts. A significant constraint will be the capital required for initial marketing efforts, as acquiring customers through paid channels may lead to a longer customer acquisition cost payback window than anticipated.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Go High Level
A software platform that offers various automation tools for businesses, including automated text responses, email workflows, and systems for improving online presence.
- Event Letter Rentals
A business specializing in renting decorative wooden letters for events, such as homecoming celebrations.
- Carlos' Landscaping Business
A local landscaping service run by a young entrepreneur who was helped by James to establish his business.
- Loom
A video messaging tool that allows users to record video messages that can be shared with others, facilitating communication and presentations.
- James' Marketing Agency
A marketing agency focused on helping local small businesses with their websites, review systems, and basic marketing tools.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: Koerner Office, hosted by Chris Koerner
Episode: Anyone Can Start This $18K/Month Business With a Phone - Ep. #348
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.