In this episode of The Velvet Rope Playbook, we’re digging into a powerful distinction that separates capable professionals from magnetic, high-fee authorities:The line between being seen as “qualified”… and being seen as “undeniable.”Meet Colby Trent—Ivy League grad, polished consultant, impeccable credentials.The kind of person who gets hired. Gets thanked.But never quite gets revered.Then there’s Valentina LaCroix—less decorated, less traditional.But she’s fully booked, flown in private, and paid 4x more than Colby—for less work.Why?Because Colby positioned himself as an expert.Valentina became the voice.Inside this episode, you’ll learn:Why competence gets you hired—but guru status gets you followedThe difference between proof and presence—and why only one builds luxury demandHow to craft a market-shaping point of view that positions you beyond comparisonWhat makes affluent clients say, “We want her”—even before they know your processHow to move from expert perception… to authority with magnetism Want to become the kind of advisor, consultant, or service provider who doesn’t compete—because your name already carries weight?Grab your free copy of The Affluent Marketing Blueprint—my Amazon #1 best-selling book—at  GetWealthyClients.com#ExpertVsGuru #AffluentMarketing #LuxuryClients#VelvetRopePlaybook #TrustedAdvisor #EliteClientAttraction#StatusSelling #AuthorityMarketing #LuxuryBranding#HighEndSales #SellingToTheWealthy #PersonalPositioning