From Artificial to Authentic
We’re in a race—a veritable sprint toward AI, the gold rush of 2024 and beyond. Everyone is racing to reach this magical place. But if the finish line is a distant, magical destination, let’s be clear on what we’re running from. The word “artificial”—imitation, scam, bogus, fake—stands in stark contrast to what is genuine, natural, honest, and heartfelt. How do we take the best AI has to offer and combine it with the four traits necessary to catapult your revenue growth in an ever-changing market?
Shari doesn’t just offer solutions; she provides a proven framework, a roadmap to sustainable top-line growth in the evolving AI landscape. Her advice transcends mere sales strategy; it encompasses the art of cultivating an adaptive company culture that thrives in the face of technological changes. Her guidance forces companies to more clearly distinguish the knowledge that is useful information from the humanistic knowledge that leaves people wiser and transformed.
AI promises to provide fantastic tools for outsourcing mental work. At the same time, AI will force us humans to double down on those talents and skills that only humans possess. These four keys to bridging the AI Gap include:
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For years, companies believed that a great product, solid facts, and testimonials sufficed to drive customer purchasing decisions. However, in today’s world of “fake news,” where fiction often trumps facts, stories prove 22 times more effective in winning the hearts and minds of consumers. Stories transcend the limitations of mere facts and figures, forging deep emotional connections that resonate with audiences on a human level. They simplify complex ideas, making them accessible and memorable, while also engaging and maintaining attention in ways that data alone cannot.
While telling stories is the most effective way to connect and communicate, we often set aside the very communication method we learned, loved, and perfected as children. Even if we have the best product in the marketplace, we will lose to an inferior product if our competitor’s offer is communicated more clearly and emotionally through story.
In this engaging keynote, Shari Levitin, a social media powerhouse with over 180 million views in the last two years, reveals how to harness the power of storytelling to elevate impact and influence. Leveraging her theater background and multimillion-dollar sales training empire, Shari unveils a proven five-step “storyselling” formula designed to boost brand awareness, build trust, address objections, and captivate today’s discerning consumers.
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Rehumanize the Sales Process is not just another sales training session. It’s a comprehensive approach that acknowledges the evolving landscape of sales and addresses the need for a balanced integration of technology and human interaction. By choosing this keynote, you are investing in a transformative experience that will empower your sales team to build stronger, more meaningful connections with customers, ultimately driving sales and fostering long-term relationships.
One of the biggest challenges facing sales reps and leaders is the failure to effectively connect, share and listen to our customers. The first generation of smartphone users has experienced a decline in empathy by 40 percent. Attention span has decreased from thirty to eight seconds. Salespeople must create an interest span to combat a lower attention span. The tendency for young people to flee from meaningful conversation results in a loss of rapport and connection. Young reps prefer texting over conversing and emoji’s over debate. This makes objection handling more difficult than ever before.
Our challenge today isn’t accessing information, it’s filtering it. And it’s the same for our customers. There’s so much information it’s become devalued. Alexa has information. Research shows as technology and AI increase empathy decreases, and the very skill needed to build trust with our customers.
Participants will learn to:
Shari Levitin is a sales strategist and author known for teaching high-performing teams how to sell with both heart and structure. Her approach combines human-centered selling techniques with modern tools so teams can build predictable, repeatable pipelines. Shari provides frameworks to simplify complex deals, communicate value clearly, and train reps to ask the right questions at the right time.
Her workshops are hands-on and metric-driven: teams leave with scripts, objection-handling frameworks, and measurable KPIs to track improvement. Shari has worked with organizations across industries, helping scale sales processes while preserving customer empathy. She’s ideal for sales kickoffs, revenue leadership offsites, and interactive workshops where practice and coaching matter.
Shari Levitin is a globally recognized sales strategist, tech influencer, and bestselling author who bridges the gap between AI innovation and authentic human connection. With over 160 million views on her transformative, often viral videos, Shari has become a powerful voice for the future of sales, where empathy meets efficiency. Her dynamic approach captivates modern sales professionals and forward-thinking organizations seeking to master the intersection of cutting-edge technology and emotional intelligence.
Her signature message is simple yet revolutionary: Technology doesn’t replace humans, it empowers them. As AI reshapes the business landscape, Shari equips sales teams not just with tools but with transformation. Through keynotes, workshops, and digital content, she empowers professionals to use AI responsibly while cultivating real, lasting customer relationships. Her ability to make complex technologies practical and inspiring positions her as one of today’s most sought-after voices in both the sales and tech industries.
Shari Levitin’s legacy in the world of sales runs deep. With more than two decades of experience training over 100,000 sales professionals in 40+ countries, she understands what it takes to ignite teams and drive revenue. Her best-selling book “Heart and Sell: 10 Universal Truths Every Salesperson Needs to Know” has been adopted by Fortune 500 companies and startups alike as a definitive guide to ethical, persuasive, and human-centered selling. Her content isn’t just compelling—it’s actionable, backed by data, and infused with a deep understanding of human psychology.
Shari Levitin’s impact extends far beyond the sales floor. As a leading voice in the AI revolution, she helps organizations embrace technological innovation without losing sight of their humanity. Her current work focuses on AI sales enablement, exploring how tools like ChatGPT, predictive analytics, and virtual selling platforms can be leveraged to accelerate pipeline growth while fostering authentic customer trust. Her unique blend of emotional intelligence and technological expertise resonates with leaders across industries, from SaaS to hospitality, finance to healthcare.
Trust is the cornerstone of Shari’s message and brand. Her clients return not only for her insights but for her consistency, energy, and ability to ignite lasting change. In an era where authenticity is currency, Shari is the real deal—transparent, trailblazing, and relentlessly committed to helping organizations thrive.
Shari Levitin is more than a speaker, she’s a movement. With a powerful blend of sales mastery, tech savvy, and human insight, she equips audiences to thrive in an ever-evolving world. Her messages strike a chord because they’re rooted in experience, elevated by innovation, and delivered with undeniable passion. For any organization looking to bridge the future of technology with the enduring power of human connection, Shari Levitin is the guide you’ve been searching for.
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A: Includes roleplay and live feedback.
A: Very — includes scripts and measurable metrics.
A: Front-line sellers to sales leaders.
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