Everyone’s talking about AI voice tools, automated outreach, and now… iOS call screening. And if you’re in B2B sales, it might feel like the whole world is saying:

“Outbound is dead.” But here’s the thing—it’s not. What is dying? Generic outreach, offshore call center vibes, and bad sales process masked by AI. In this episode, I unpack what these changes really mean for outbound sellers, revenue teams, and leaders trying to stay human in a bot-saturated world. You don’t need to fear the tech—you just need to rethink how you’re using it. You’ll learn:Why AI voice tools trigger the same buyer resistance as offshore call centersHow iOS call screening actually works (and why it’s not the end of cold calls)The one thing that will always outperform bots and bad reps: contextWhat regulations are coming for AI in sales—and what to prepare forHow to use smart automation behind the scenes, without losing trust up frontWhy brand experience matters more than ever in the age of synthetic conversationsThis isn’t just another hot take—it’s a strategic breakdown of where outbound is headed, and how to lead with value, not volume. Mentioned in this episode: Apple iOS call screening update Use cases for AI in sales (where it helps vs. hurts) Topics: AI voice services, bot detection, buyer trust, B2B vs. B2C sales Stats on response rates, automation risks, and sales process design Related episodes: From Cold to Closed | The Campaign That Hit So Hard, We Had to Turn It Off Have thoughts or questions? Come find me on LinkedIn—I’m always keen to hear what tools you’re testing, what’s working, and what you’re worried about when it comes to AI in sales.🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harriet-mellor/ And if this episode made you rethink your tech stack or outreach, send it to someone who needs to hear it too.#sales #aiforbusiness #coldcalling #womeninsale