The Real Cost of NOT Being Seen

Edition 36 — December 9th, 2024
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Imagine This

Your best idea.
A brilliant design.
Work that could change everything.

But no one notices.

Not because it isn’t good enough.
Because no one sees it.

In this industry, the best ideas don’t always win.
The loudest ones do.

The cost of not being seen is bigger than you think.
It’s not just missed opportunities.
It’s losing belief in yourself.
In your work.
In your vision.

Every time your work goes unnoticed, a piece of you fades.
Confidence erodes.
Doubt creeps in.
You start to wonder: Was it ever worth it?

The Invisible Wall

The world doesn’t lack great work.
It lacks bold voices.

If no one sees your work, how can they recognize your brilliance?
How can they connect with your ideas?
How can they say yes?

Being invisible isn’t neutral.
It’s expensive.

It costs you opportunities.
Momentum.
The ability to dream bigger.

The Price To Pay

Here’s the truth:
Being seen comes at a cost.

It’s uncomfortable.
It’s vulnerable.
It’s hard.

It means showing your work.
Telling your story.
Risking rejection.

Most people won’t do it.
Why?

Fear.
The fear of not being good enough.
The fear of judgment.
The fear of failure.

Comfort.
It feels safe to stay hidden.
No rejection.
No pressure.

Work.
Being seen takes effort.
Daily effort.
Most aren’t willing to show up consitently.

Excuses.
“If my work is good, they’ll find me.”
That might’ve worked a decade ago.
Not anymore.

What’s the Real Cost of Playing Small?

Staying hidden feels safe.
But it’s not.

The cost?
Missed opportunities.
Lost momentum.
And the worst one: regret.

When you avoid the price of being seen,
You pay the price of being forgotten.

What’s the Fix?

Stop waiting to be discovered.
Start owning your narrative.

Step into the spotlight.
Build your presence.
With intention.
With boldness.
With consistency.

How to Start

Define what makes you different.
Say it out loud.

Share your story.
The wins and the struggles.

Show up.
Even when no one’s watching.

Visibility takes time.
But when you commit, people notice.

Tired of hiding?
Reach out and lets talk how we can get you noticed.

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—Marko

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