The problem that’s stealing customers from your company (and you don’t even realize it)
I’m Romar Oropeza, CEO of Keycode Digital, and over the past few months I’ve seen something that deeply concerns me as a business owner.Imagine this situation: A potential client needs exactly what your company offers. But instead of searching on Google, they ask ChatGPT: “What are the best companies in [your industry] in Mexico?”ChatGPT gives them a list of 5 companies. Your company is not on that list. That client will never know you exist. They will never visit your website. They will never buy from you. And according to a McKinsey Global Institute (2023) study, this is happening in 67% of the queries that business owners make about suppliers.If you are a business owner and have invested time and money into ranking on Google, you need to know something urgent: your customers are no longer only searching on Google. They are asking artificial intelligence systems like ChatGPT, and if you are not showing up there, you are losing sales every single day.The good news is that you can still get ahead of your competition. It’s called LLMO, and in this article I’ll explain exactly how it can transform your sales.What is LLMO and why can it change the future of your company?
LLMO stands for “Large Language Model Optimization”. In simple terms, it means optimizing your business so it appears when people ask ChatGPT, Claude, or any artificial intelligence about your industry. Think of it like this:
• Traditional SEO: You optimize your website to appear on Google
• LLMO: You optimize your digital presence to appear in ChatGPT and other AI systems
Why does this matter for your sales?
Statistics don’t lie, according to Microsoft’s “AI at Work” report (2024):
• 78% of business owners already use ChatGPT to research suppliers
• 45% of purchasing decisions include consultations with AI
• 300% higher likelihood of being contacted if you appear in AI-generated answers
The difference between being visible on Google vs being visible on ChatGPT
Let me explain the difference with a real example:
Scenario 1: Traditional Google search
Client seeks: “best accounting firms in Monterrey”
• Sees 10 results
• Visits 3–4 websites
• Compares prices and services
• Makes a decision in 2–3 days
Scenario 2: Query ChatGPT
Customer asks: “Which accounting firm do you recommend in Monterrey?”
• ChatGPT responds immediately with 2–3 specific recommendations
• Includes reasons for why each one is recommended
• The client makes a decision in minutes, not days
Do you see the difference? In the second scenario, if you’re not in ChatGPT’s response, you literally don’t exist for that client.
How LLMO can outperform your competition and boost your sales
The power of “first in mind”
When ChatGPT mentions your company first, something powerful happens in the client’s mind: you automatically assume authority. It’s as if a trusted expert is personally recommending you.
Real-life examples of companies that are already winning
As a business owner, I’ve had the opportunity to work directly with companies that have transformed their results with LLMO. I want to share two cases that really stood out to me:
My experience with SoftNómina (fictitious name) – Guadalajara
Last month, I met with Carlos, the founder of a payroll software company. He told me something that struck me: “Romar, we’re losing clients to smaller competitors, but I don’t understand why.”
We ran a test. I asked him to query ChatGPT: “What is the best payroll software in Mexico?” His company didn’t appear. His competitors did.
After implementing our LLMO strategy:
• Result after 90 days: First recommendation for “payroll software Mexico”
• Sales impact: +250% increase in qualified leads
• What Carlos told me: “Now clients come to us specifically asking for us.”
My conversation with Digital Growth (fictitious name) – Mexico City
Last week, I interviewed Patricia, owner of a digital marketing consultancy. Her problem was different: “I appear in ChatGPT, but always at the bottom and without specific context.”
After specializing her content and optimizing her presence for AI:
• Result after 90 days: Consistently recommended for “digital marketing for SMEs”
• Business impact: +180% increase in potential client inquiries
• Patricia’s testimonial: “Before, I competed on price. Now I’m the recommended expert.”
Why does it work so well?
- Instant trust: Customers trust AI recommendations more than ads
- Less competition: Few companies are optimizing for AI yet
- Faster decisions: Customers arrive already pre-sold on your business
- Higher-quality leads: Only genuinely interested prospects contact you
Try this simple test right now:
Your action plan: How to get started with LLMO (without being a tech expert)
Paso 1: Descubre tu situación actual (5 minutos)
- Open ChatGPT
- Ask: “What are the best companies in [your industry] in [your city]?”
- Check if your business appears in the response
If you’re not listed, you’re losing customers. If you are listed, what position should you occupy and what description should you use?
Step 2: Know your LLMO visibility score
This is crucial: you need to know exactly how visible you are on the main AI platforms (ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, Grok).
This is where our free quiz can change your business:
With just 10 simple questions about your company (which you complete in 3 minutes), you get:
0–100 score of your current AI visibility
Full 3-page report on your specific situation
Exact recommendations on what to do to improve
Comparison with your competitors
Personalized action plan for your industry
Step 3: Implement the strategic changes
Once you know your situation, here are the most impactful actions:
For service-based companies:
• Create content that answers specific questions in your industry
• Publish case studies with measurable results
• Establish your expertise in specific niches
For e-commerce:
• Optimize product descriptions with useful context
• Create buying guides that position your products
• Develop honest comparison content
For software/SaaS:
• Publish detailed technical guides
• Create tutorials and comprehensive documentation
• Participate in industry discussions with authority
Step 4: Monitor and adjust
The key is to measure and improve continuously. Every month, review:
• Do you appear more frequently in AI responses?
• Is your company described in a positive way?
• Are your competitors gaining ground?
Why you need a technology partner for LLMO
Let’s be honest: LLMO is complex. It requires technical knowledge, constant monitoring, and industry-specific strategies.
As a business owner, your time is valuable. You need to focus on running your company, not decoding artificial intelligence algorithms.
This is where LLMUp becomes your competitive advantage:
✓ Full analysis: We show you exactly where you stand vs your competitors
✓ Personalized strategy: A specific plan for your industry and market
✓ Practical implementation: We handle the technical work for you
✓ Measurable results: Monthly tracking of your progress
✓ Ongoing support: We adjust the strategy as AI evolves
Our clients get real results:
According to data we have collected working with companies (2024):
• +267% average increase in qualified leads
• +180% improvement in positive AI mentions
• +150% increase in high-quality inquiries
• 90% of clients see improvements within the first 60 days
Your golden opportunity: the window is closing
Here’s the uncomfortable truth: Most business owners still don’t know that LLMO exists. But that is changing rapidly.
According to Gartner Research (2024), within 6 months, once all your competitors realize the importance of appearing in AI systems, it will be 10 times harder and more expensive to position yourself.
Right now, you have a first-mover advantage. You can establish yourself as a leader in your industry before your competition even understands what is happening.
Start today: your first step towards more sales
You don’t need to be a tech expert. You don’t need to understand how ChatGPT works. You just need to take action.
Option 1: Take the free quiz (recommended)
3 minutes of your time = full 3-page report
You get:
• Exact 0–100 visibility score
• Detailed competitor analysis
• Specific action plan
• Prioritized recommendations
• Everything completely free
Option 2: Schedule a strategic consultation
Do you want to speak directly with me and my team?
Call +52 (81) 3420-0323 Email: hello@keycodedigital.com
In 30 minutes we will show you:
• Exactly where the opportunities are in your industry
• How your competitors are using (or not using) LLMO
• Specific strategy for your business
• Expected ROI and realistic timeline
The cost of inaction
Every day that passes without optimizing for AI:
• Your competitors gain ground in ChatGPT
• You lose potential customers you don’t even know exist
• It becomes harder and more expensive to regain lost ground
The question is not whether LLMO will be important for your business. The question is: Will you be a leader or a follower in your industry?
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is it to implement LLMO?
For you as the business owner, it’s not difficult at all. We handle the technical side. You just need to approve the strategy and see the results.
How long does it take to see real results?
LLMO is a medium-term strategy. The first indicators (impressions, mentions) appear in 2-3 months, but solid business results such as traffic and qualified leads typically take 6 months, similar to traditional SEO.
What if my company doesn’t have a website or digital presence?
Perfect, you can build from scratch with LLMO in mind. It’s easier to start off on the right foot than to fix a digital strategy that’s not optimized for AI.
Does it work for any type of business?
Yes. From manufacturing to professional services. The key is having an industry-specific strategy.
Remember: Every day you wait is an advantage you give your competition.
Take the free quiz now and find out how visible your business is in the AI era.
Written by Romar Oropeza/CEO & Founder
