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#September Surge: The Power of Being Seen - Why Visibility Creates Opportunity

September 27, 20252 min read

Let’s get one thing clear:

Being good at your job isn’t the same as being seen.

You might be leading teams, solving complex problems, or driving results behind the scenes—but if your brilliance stays invisible, so do your opportunities.

In today’s market, visibility creates access.

Here’s why being seen strategically (not performatively) is essential—and how you can start making your presence known without feeling like you’re “doing too much.”

1. Visibility Builds Trust Before the Ask

People don’t promote, hire, or refer you just because you’re capable.
They do it because:

  • They know you

  • They trust your brand

  • They’ve seen you show up consistently

Visibility creates credibility before the opportunity even arrives.

2. Visibility Positions You for the Right Opportunities

When you’re visible in the right rooms or platforms:
✅ You attract aligned offers
✅ You stay top-of-mind for growth opportunities
✅ You get invited into conversations and circles that match your value

You're not just seen—you’re remembered.

3. Visibility Helps You Lead With Your Voice

Posting on LinkedIn.
Speaking up in meetings.
Sharing lessons in a mastermind.
Hosting a webinar.
Volunteering your expertise.

These are not self-promotional.
They’re
value expressions.

4. You Don't Need to Show Up Everywhere — Just Where It Matters

Choose 1 to 2 platforms where your ideal audience or network exists and start showing up consistently. Try:

  • A weekly LinkedIn insight

  • One podcast guest feature

  • Attending an industry event

  • Commenting intentionally on thought leaders’ posts

Small, steady visibility builds trust and momentum.

5. Visibility Doesn’t Have to Feel “Salesy”

Visibility isn’t about bragging—it’s about:

  • Offering value

  • Sharing perspective

  • Amplifying impact

  • Opening the door for others

It’s leadership in action.

💡 Coach Tamara’s Insight

“You don’t have to be loud to be visible. You just have to be intentional.”

📢Action Steps

Try this today:
✔ Share one professional insight or experience on LinkedIn
✔ Reach out to someone in your network to catch up
✔ Reflect on where your voice
needs to be heard more

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Coach Tamara

Coach Tamara Williams, CEO of iPropel You, is an author, renowned career strategist, and executive coach dedicated to empowering ladder climbers to cultivate their professional brand, navigate their journey, and elevate their leadership in career, business, and life to new heights. 7K+ propelled in 25+ countries since 2015.

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