In this episode of the AI x Automation Podcast, host Alex Sofronas invites Shannon Myers, an experienced business development specialist, to talk about the impact of AI on sales and business development. Shannon shares her insights on the use of AI in lead generation and the customer search process, giving examples from her experience in developing sales funnels. They also delve into the use of AI in creating value for clients and enhancing productivity, from automating audits to customizing emails. They further delve into how AI-based tools like Apollo and Snov.io add efficiency to the sales and business development process. The conversation then shifts to the potential of AI and the need for automation in sales, while also acknowledging the importance of human interaction in the process. Shannon discusses the future of technology after AI and the increased focus on quality over quantity in the business domain. The pair then delve into web 3.0 and the future of internet interactions, and how these changes could impact the labour market. This insightful discussion provides a broad perspective on how AI is reshaping the landscape of sales and business development.