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  • Thinking like an investor may help you find money and investors.

    Thinking like an investor may help you find money and investors.

    Thinking like an investor may help

    An excellent things to consider for any venture you are a part of or starting that needs money, is to think from the standpoint of the person that might give you money.

    This is a key reason in how thinking like an investor may help you find investors, investment, and money.

    Now, this is not about the whole shark tank approach. This is not the hype and getting the most cash and smallest percentage and the whole hustler and hype thing.

    This is about stepping out of your shoes and looking at what you are creating from the investor standpoint. Not just to get money, but to feel confident in the money you would be investing.

    Sometimes the messaging and story are right where they need to be, but the issue is in the performance and delivery of that story and that message. The melody, tone, dynamics and tempo can be everything in a delivery.
    “Sometimes the messaging and story are right where they need to be, but the issue is in the performance and delivery of that story and that message. The melody, tone, dynamics and tempo can be everything in a delivery.”

    Sometimes we are all too close to a given project and we just think to ourselves,

    “How could it possibly fail?”

    And in that limited sighted approach, many failure elements may present themselves.

    Authentic messaging strategies for transitioning businesses

    The problem with that is from being too close, from not creating a detailed enough business plan and not looking at every expense and every potential revenue, we find our selves giving vague answers to detailed questions and leaving the plan in potential shambles with a lot more risk on the table.

    When the brand messaging and the process architecture are not in place, it can create a greater risk for that investor.

    When the security and compliant measures are not in place, again, it can make it a riskier investment.

    In turn, by preparing the foundation to secure your business, in the messaging, the protection the authenticity the story and the humility…

    it can create more confidence in investors and turn up the volume on their amplified authentic opinions on what you are doing with a positive tone.

    You can also dig deeper into swot analysis tools to improve your business as well through data driven and strategic considerations to help the messaging of what you are creating.

    When you run across the operational touch points, the strategic touch points, the core time frames, and the messaging simultaneously;

    It can allow for a sound foundation to be heard above the unison and harmonies of so many others saying the exact same thing at the same time. 

    Discovery and blueprinting before building…
    Messaging before marketing…
    No one can create your brand for you. No one can create your story for you. To be authentically created, this has to be with you.
    “No one can create your brand for you. No one can create your story for you. To be authentically created, this has to be with you.”

    Giving yourself a better chance

    Imagine you had the amount of money that you need and someone else wanted it. What would you want to see from them to know you would most likely be able to get that money back and with interest?

    This is where how thinking like an investor allows you to attract more investors.

    While many think they are ready to jump in and ask for money, when posed with some simple questions for any type of business to invest in, many of these people begin to ask all the questions, they should…

    and funny enough, the same questions they haven’t answered in their plans.

    How does thinking like an investor makes you smarter?

    By thinking like an investor and someone that is about to invest money, you can see that other side of the coin that much better. It can help you to see where the detail might be lacking and where certain assumptions that are clear to you, may need to be more defined for a potential investor.

    The last part of how thinking like an investor can help is based on the return. This comes to the point of seeing if there is enough budgeted for what is needed to promote and market to allow that money to come back.

    “Sometimes the messaging and story are right where they need to be, but the issue is in the performance and delivery of that story and that message. The melody, tone, dynamics and tempo can be everything in a delivery.”

    Most business plans are incredibly underfunded or are launched too early before all the funding is in place. The bulk and I would comfortable say most… fail because of it.

    Again, by looking at what is being spent where, by looking at the justifications and timelines from the standpoint of an investor, and potentially hiring a business consultant to help to review and make sure you haven’t forgotten anything, you will have a plan that is that much more detailed, showing that much less risk and allowing a potential investor to feel that much better about investing in you.

    “No one can create your brand for you. No one can create your story for you. To be authentically created, this has to be with you.”

    The same comes down to investment. When it works clearly for you, it can be understood by that many others.”

    Thinking like an investor… a great thought process and way to process your thoughts.

    Loren Weisman is a Brand Communications and Optics Strategist who specializes in illuminating authoritative intelligence and amplifying authentic experts.

    Weisman is the host of the brand communications and optics podcast Wait What Really OK.

    © 2011 to 2026 Loren Weisman. All Rights Reserved ® ℗

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  • Defining messaging tactics from intention to perception and in-between.

    Defining messaging tactics from intention to perception and in-between.

    Defining messaging tactics

    Many that are in the process of trying to brand, market and promote seem to want to jump through the messaging and foundation phase very quickly… In most cases… too quickly.

    A large number of them seem so focused on the titles over the authenticity, they want to attract with hype over taking the time to develop the tagline, the one liner and the anchoring content that honorably and honestly highlights experience, ability and authority.

    And in this rush, the many considerations are not taken in to account. In turn, only leaving these individuals and businesses looking like many others that might not have the ability or looking like the array of many that have no experience or expertise whatsoever and only use hype to hide it.

    Your brand messaging is more than a mission statement, a value proposition and a simple bio. Brand messaging that is rooted in a foundation, that considers both the intention of the brand and the perceptions of others looking at the brand, helps that brand to thrive and compound its story correctly.

    Your brand messaging is more than a mission statement, a value proposition and a simple bio. Brand messaging that is rooted in a foundation, that considers both the intention of the brand and the perceptions of others looking at the brand, helps that brand to thrive and compound its story correctly.

    An unstable brand and a lack of stable messaging and tactics may end up costing more and in the end allow some of these marketing and promotion companies you hire to make more money off you with a lot less results.

    And it is not all of them…

    but many that work this way will present a brand and a message that hits only your intention or they may ask the boiler plate style questions that are much more focused on your view of what you have and what you want to have seen.

    Then moving it in to a content farm of hype over a sound tactical plan that highlights you, your abilities and your business.

     A better approach to consider as you build the foundation of defining messaging tactics may be to look at the… perceptions, comparatives, connotations, competitive, overused, misused, misunderstood, as well as the existing optimization and popular elements of that message that you are shooting for.

    Amplified authentic opinions can be driven with passion while still anchored in respect for those that have a different view.
    “Amplified authentic opinions can be driven with passion while still anchored in respect for those that have a different view.”

    With these above pieces not dialed in and a brand, message and the content as well as tactics can result in a rushed to marketing problem where. the costs can increase in only pushing a message of hype over substance.

    The trick of hand (or sleight of hand… or problem) is sometimes is that you are given a bio that makes…

    you happy from the information you provided, but was presented with a great deal left out of the process.

    At the same time, this information can lack the humility, the discovery and the intel of a series of different touch points may leave you with words you like, but possibly words that are not getting across and not being heard by your potential audience.

    If the whole story seems to be drenched in online motivation and inspiration with nothing else of substance to it, … it may be time to look elsewhere.

    And, there are not a lot of social media marketing pros out there that are going to argue with your intention because many want your work and your money.

    Many will move to grow larger marketing campaigns as they focus you on to the likes, shares, follows, comments and the numbers that often times do not count and may not covert.

    By defining your messaging tactics with the authenticity and authority of the story you tell on the front side of the brand… to the array of content that you can apply to connect… educate and market yourself with over the long run… it can allow for you to grow that  messaging blueprint with a solid foundation that can compound for you as it reinforces….

    your authenticity, authority and presence online and off.

    Brand messaging blueprint strategies for creative careers.

    The foundation of your messaging is framed by your words, your story and your actions. Consider making them strong, true, authentic and yours.
    “The foundation of your messaging is framed by your words, your story and your actions. Consider making them strong, true, authentic and yours.”

    This is why it is much more than someone writing a bio or a LinkedIn profile for you.

    It is not just filling out a simple questionnaire where you provided all the answers to work from.

    It is why defining your brand messaging blueprint in the most effective way may start with a discovery and audit that looks at the array of all the initial information that come from you.

    Then those words, phrases, concepts and ideas are researched against your intentions, other peoples perceptions and a range of touch points to find the right foundation for you and creating content authentically.

    In the root of understanding your intention while respecting the perceptions that may be out there, you may be able to hone in the right messaging blueprint for you and your business that helps you share yourself, your product or service with a melody that is heard over the harmony and unison of so many others saying the exact same thing.

    This is one of the first steps we feel should be taken and an excerpt from the list of what we like to look at in discovery and the auditing from each brand…

    Then moving to how it is tested, searched, checked and run across a series of online reputation searches and touch points that allow the intelligence, strategy and tactics to form the right content and right messaging direction for the specific business.

    If you are saying the same thing as everyone else, then why would and why should anyone think you are different from everyone else?
    “If you are saying the same thing as everyone else, then why would and why should anyone think you are different from everyone else.”

    In defining messaging tactics, these are some tactics to consider looking in to for a discovery…

    Consider looking at:

    Why they chose the direction or path they are currently.

    Location and physical to online desired reach.

    Why they feel it is time to change that direction or path.

    Offerings, Services and Statements of Work clearly defined.

    Who, What, When, Where, Why and How of current content and names.

    Authority and authenticity elements.

    Intention vs perception messaging and optics.

    Subjective vs objective messaging and optics.

    Ego to humility messaging and optics.

    Hearsay to history to hype messaging and optics.

    Other comparative and competitive businesses and business models.

    Fear to love communication styles.

    Uniformity and cacophony elements.

    Complacent pieces or disregarding elements.

    Initial direct and indirect influences to the business.

    Direct and indirect comparisons to the business.

    Business boundaries and limits.

    Openess to opportunity, change and new directions.

    Mission, values, voice, story, wants, needs, and desires.

    Negative connotations, crisis management issues, reputation problems.

    Descriptors including personal, business, relating and non relating.

    Best type of client and customer attributes.

    Worst type of client and customer attributes.

    and the exit strategy, partnerships, ownership or investment concepts.

    With all these ingredients and colors on the palette, it can make it more streamlined to create the right blueprint, with the personalized information to assist in defining the brand, the messaging, the tactics and the story to be as effective and authentic as possible.

    And if you find yourself unable to define or find the above, consider asking yourself if you are ready to present yourself as a service or as a product that is ready to bring to the public.

    Is your brand messaging telling a story or is it telling your story?
    “Is your brand messaging telling a story or is it telling your story.”

    Loren Weisman is a Brand Communications and Optics Strategist who specializes in illuminating authoritative intelligence and amplifying authentic experts.

    Weisman is the host of the brand communications and optics podcast Wait What Really OK.

    © 2011 to 2026 Loren Weisman. All Rights Reserved ® ℗

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  • Sharing vs Telling: A brand communication concept to consider

    Sharing vs Telling: A brand communication concept to consider

    Sharing vs Telling: A brand communication concept

    In the fast and often linear motion of brand communication, a subtle yet powerful distinction can go unnoticed: the difference between telling a story and sharing one.

    As a brand communication and optic strategist, I’ve observed countless businesses fall into the trap of one-sided intention style storytelling, missing out on the true potential of their message and its reach.

    are you network messaging or network marketingThe “Yell, Tell, Sell” Trap

    Many brands today find themselves caught in what I call the “yell, tell, sell” cycle.

    This approach is characterized by: Loud, attention-grabbing tactics One way intention style communication A focus on immediate sales rather than relationship building

    While this method might seem effective in the short term, it often fails to create lasting connections with audiences and often times is used by those with less authenticity and authority as a crutch to push and even at times deceive.

    Sharing vs Telling: A Power in Sharing

    Sharing, on the other hand, can involve a more nuanced and empathetic approach to brand communication as a whole.

    When we choose to share in our messaging, we may be that much more able to: Consider an audience’s perspective Acknowledge potential negative connotations or assumptions Create a more humble space for dialogue and interpretation

    I believe this approach requires taking two humble steps back and asking ourselves, “How can I share my message in a way that resonates with my audience, while also being open to their perceptions, assumptions, comparisons and even negative connotations?”

    Understanding Perceptions

    One of the key elements in effective and humble brand communication is recognizing that perceptions may differ from intentions. Your audience brings their own experiences, biases, and assumptions to every interaction with your brand. By acknowledging this, you may be able to: Craft more inclusive messaging and engaging communication tactics. Address potential misconceptions proactively Create a more welcoming brand environment

    Expanding Your Reach

    If you choose to shift from telling to sharing in your brand communication and optics, it can open up new possibilities for stronger connections.

    This approach can allow for: Reaching a wider audience Building stronger, more authentic relationships Encouraging engagement and genuine feedback

    By considering your brand communication in a sharing way, you can demonstrate respect for your audience’s intelligence and autonomy, which may lead to increased trust and loyalty. Not to mention standing out from so many that just yell, tell and sell their story in a linear and almost arrogant one sided way.

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    Implementing a Sharing vs Telling Approach

    To transition from telling to sharing in your brand communication: Consider listening actively to your audience as well as who they listen to. Apply a discovery for your brand to look at the perception optics. Be transparent about your brand and hold yourself and the brand accountable. Invite dialogue and understand not everyone will get it or like it.

    Effective brand communication is not about dominating the conversation, but more about fostering a meaningful exchange of ideas and experiences while working to show that respect to an audience that may have felt they have heard or seen it all before.

    The difference between telling and sharing a story may seem subtle, but its impact on your brand’s success can be profound. By embracing a sharing mindset, you may create new opportunities for deeper connections, broader reach, more authentic engagement with your audience as well as a greater understanding of your brand.

    So, the next time you’re crafting your brand message, consider asking yourself: “Am I telling, or am I sharing?”

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    Loren Weisman is a Brand Communications and Optics Strategist who specializes in illuminating authoritative intelligence and amplifying authentic experts.

    Weisman is the host of the brand communications and optics podcast Wait What Really OK.

    © 2011 to 2026 Loren Weisman. All Rights Reserved ® ℗

    Sharing vs Telling: A brand communication concept to consider.

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