Bart Berkey 

Former Ritz-Carlton Global Executive, Recruiter, Sales & Service Trainer, Viral TEDx Speaker, Author, Podcast Host, Founder of "Most People Don't"

Sales Training that is different... and better (Most People Don't).

Unlock the incredible rewards of taking action, even when distractions and obstacles may attempt to deter us.  Sales Training presented in a way that is energized through real life stories and examples, presented in an engaging way, and is easy to remember and implement. Customized for you and inspired from a special perspective of 35+ years of selling through "service to others." 

Online and Virtual Class |

Work at your own pace and virtual sessions

OR

In Person Class |

1 - 3 Days, based upon needs.

Differentiators |

  • Proprietary and trademarked "Most People Don't" selling approach and methodology
  • Customized for each group to fulfill greatest needs and exceed expectations
  • Pre-event online survey for all attendees, compared to a database of over 10K responses for commonality and customization
  • PEI (Pre-Event Interviews) conducted with major stakeholders (recorded and summarized)
  • Ongoing continuance of learning opportunities (office hours, online reminders, e-mail messaging, weekly revenue generating topics)
  • Quantifiable attendee engagement and satisfaction results

Consistent Results |

  • An increase of 20% in confidence level of sales training attendees in “developing a thorough needs discovery plan”
  • 35% increase in confidence of identifying the buyer personas of customers and adjusting style to communicate more effectively.
  • Overall quality of the facilitator= Perfect 5/5, 10/10
 

Sample Sales Training Agenda

 

Day 1: Sales Team Development (with consideration of Day 2)

 

Session 1: The Mindset Shift – Selling vs. Serving

  • Understanding the difference between transactional vs. consultative selling.
  • Why relationship-building leads to higher conversions and long-term success.

Session 2: Storytelling & Differentiation in Sales

  • How to craft compelling stories about properties attending/Hotel Crescent Court.
  • Making the customer the hero of the story, not just selling features.

Session 3: Asking the Right Questions & Listening with Intent

  • Techniques to uncover customer needs and motivations.
  • Active listening strategies to create stronger client connections.

Session 4: From Order-Taking to Solution-Based Selling

  • How to qualify leads and match offerings to client needs.
  • Moving beyond quoting rates—tailoring proposals that create value.

Session 5: Sales Confidence & Overcoming Objections

  • Handling pricing pushback and competition comparisons.
  • Building confidence in negotiations and positioning Hotel Crescent and properties effectively.

Session 6: Actionable Takeaways & Sales Challenges

  • Each team member creates a personal action plan.
  • 30-day challenge to apply new skills with accountability check-ins.

 Additional Enhancements & Follow-Up

  1. 30-Day & 60-Day Check-Ins

    • Ensuring the team is implementing key learnings.
    • Addressing challenges and refining techniques.
    • Video recap and notes provided for each participant
  2. Podcast Feature for GM and/or Other Hotel Crescent Leaders

    • Enhancing Hotel Crescent Court visibility by highlighting its leadership.
    • Positioning the property as a thought leader in the industry.
  3. Social Media & PR Exposure

    • Strategic content highlighting the training experience.
    • Helping Hotel Crescent Court build a stronger sales reputation.
    • Certification status for completion of "Most People Don't" Sales Academy to be shared and celebrated on social media
    • Video endorsements of what sellers learned and major take-aways

Next Steps for Hotel Crescent Court

  1. Confirm dates and senior leaders input for content 
  2. Finalize budget approval 
  3. Decide who will attend (which teams) 
  4. Conduct pre-training survey for sales team to tailor content further.
  5. Plan logistics (airfare, hotel, F&B coverage).

Training Video Examples

 

Sample Learnings from Past Sales Trainings: 

 

1. Success Looks Different for Different Stakeholders

  • Planners define success as:

    • Streamlined booking process

    • Staying within budget

    • Positive feedback from attendees and leadership

    • Time-saving through multi-location booking

  • Attendees define success as:

    • Feeling included, connected, and engaged

    • Enjoying high-quality food and drink

    • Forming new relationships through orchestrated, shared experiences

    • Being excited to return

2. Success Is Measured by How People Feel

  • Success is not just about logistics—it’s about emotional impact.

    • Clients want to feel: Proud, Respected, Relaxed, Grateful, Valued, Inspired

    • Guests should feel: Included, Delighted, Connected, Cared For, Exhilarated

3. Connection Trumps Convenience

  • Guests are more likely to return when they:

    • Engage without screens

    • Make meaningful connections through shared activity

    • Feel welcomed and accommodated (including accessibility, dietary needs, sensory sensitivity)

4. Emotional Marketing Wins

  • Instead, use emotion-driven messaging that paints a picture:

    • “Imagine feeling cared for…”

    • “Our team had the best time…”

    • “Everything was taken care of…”

5. Feedback and Friction Matter

  • Taking client feedback seriously (and constructively) improves future execution and service design.

6. Tools and Tactics for Better Sales

  • Use Sales Navigator, Google Alerts, and personalized insights to tailor outreach.

  • Avoid ego-driven intros; start with what the client wants and how they will feel.


Top 10 Takeaways (Action-Oriented):

  1. Redefine success by both emotional and logistical outcomes—planners want smooth, easy, and praised; guests want connection and fun.

  2. Update email subject lines and openers to focus on feelings and client outcomes—not introductions or features.

  3. Use emotion-driven storytelling when describing experiences—what did it feel like to be there?

  4. Fix small friction points—check-ins can make or break an event.

  5. Create a ‘phone down’ culture—celebrate engagement that is in-person, not screen-based.

  6. Emphasize “orchestrated connections”—shared activity naturally foster relationships.

  7. Promote inclusivity—mention accessibility features and inclusive design in sales language.

  8. Use guest quotes as subject lines or testimonials—turn real feedback into emotion-based marketing.

  9. Lead with personalization—track clients' news/activity and connect with relevance, not cold intros.

  10. Make them feel something—clients book again when they feel successful, valued, and appreciated..

 

Client Endorsements

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company 

Ranked as the BEST and MOST HIGHLY REQUESTED Sales Trainer for Ritz-Carlton and Marriott Luxury Brands.

"The BEST training I've attended in my 20+ years in the industry"

"This shows the commitment our company is making in ME"

"Perfect 100% FACILITATION RANKING for 15 out of 16 years of training"

"Bart is the MOST Effective Sales Trainer we've ever worked with..."

Wynn Las Vegas - Sales Kickoff

 "We invited Bart to join us for our recent kickoff and we all thoroughly enjoyed his presentation! In a short period of time, Bart immersed himself with our team and into our culture. The past few years have been crazy for everyone and we wanted to start this year with an uplifting and positive message…and Bart really delivered!! He’s engaging and funny, and very passionate about helping people find ways to be better in life, both personally and professionally. ”

-Ms. Chris Flatt, EVP- Wynn Las Vegas and Encore

Liberty Mutual Insurance  

“Bart recently led a program for my team. He partnered with us to really target the content and deliver dynamically - effectively using storytelling to help people make deeper connections to the message. Bart also layers in unexpected elements, which most people don't (pun intended), and his session was rated by the audience as the one that provided the most value out of the entire event. Versatile, above-and-beyond, and impact!" 

-Katrina Kent, Vice President, Liberty Mutual Insurance 

Leidos

"Thank you so much for helping us end our 2.5 day offsite with a bang. Your presentation was exactly what the team needed. We are using much of your phrases in our daily conversations. 

Your energy was contagious. I am also really enjoying the book and plan to share with the team." 

-Colleen Nicoll- Vice President 

Marriott Vacations Global Summit 

 “It was our pleasure to host Bart Berkey as our Keynote Speaker at our recent Leadership Conference. Bart did his homework on our organization and culture and customized his stories to our organizational needs. Bart was incredibly engaging with the audience, kept high energy with his storytelling, and was very passionate about the betterment and success of our attendees- both personally and professionally. I really loved the “Pushing the Button '' and “Be Bamboo” stories! Thank you, Bart, for your positive energy and starting our conference out on a high note!”

-Jane Berg, Regional Vice President, Vacation Ownership- Resort Operations Americas, West

Vayner Media (Gary Vee's Co.)

“Bart thinks differently based on his ability to “observe, anticipate, and over-deliver” which may come from his past Ritz-Carlton Leadership roles. His storytelling is remembered more than data and enables betterment for organizations and individuals. Bart leads with authentic heartfelt emotion to touch upon the hearts and minds of individuals, so they FEEL moved to take action and do good for themselves and others.”

-Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer

PCMA - Sales and Partner Training

 "Bart delivered a set of engaging and insightful presentations for our community of business event professionals and supplier partners. It has been a long time since I’ve seen a speaker connect with an audience the way Bart did - he has a gift of engaging through sharing relatable and compelling stories and provides clear takeaways you can put into practice right away.”

-Meredith Rollins, Chief Community Officer, PCMA & Executive Director, PCMA Foundation

Guest Supply (Sysco)

National Sales Conference

 "You made a wonderful impression with your style, content and relatability to our Team.

-You took the time to interview key players from our company, discovering our Theme and how we were tying that into the week. Then you went one step further by weaving it into your content, creating a connection between your message and our Theme. I’m not sure we’ve ever had a Key note Speaker to it so seamlessly and eloquently before. 
-From a pure visual and audio perspective, your presentation was big, easy to see and entertaining. And your “stories” were easier to receive and understand than other style types.
-You jumped right in, engaging the audience, enticing us to lean forward in our seats from the get-go."

-Phil Traywick, Vice President, Field Sales, Guest Supply

CONTACT US 

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