I can understand where you're coming from but similar to what @Marcus Auerbach mentioned, you need to look out for yourself.Continue to educate yourself with books like the Simple Path to Wealth and podcasts like BP Money (in addition to the real estate content of course) as it sounds like you may be curious about more than just real estate advice.Even if you choose to work with an advisor in the future, it's important that you understand the concepts and how to articulate your goals.

This is an insightful question I haven’t managed to consciously articulate yet.

One thing that I might be helpful is articulating your questions a bit more. 

I'm a salesman first, marketer second, real estate investor third.Knowledge will only get you so far - and to be able to apply that knowledge and articulate the value/benefits to either a seller or buyer is absolutely crucial.A lot of people are scared of the phone, and being able to sell over the phone (whether you are a virtual investor like me, or even a local investor setting appointments to meet in person) is the best skill you can start mastering first.

I'm meeting with some realtors already so would prefer investors but am open to anyone.I'd be happy to buy lunch in return anywhere you like.Most importantly i need someone that can be objective about things - here's what i mean.If i'm looking at a property that you would never buy, i need the advice to be along the lines of: personally, i wouldn't buy it because of x,y,z or it doesn't fit my strategy because of a,b,c etcBut, you could buy it, however you would need to be aware of / mitigate a,b,c and so on.Most people will just say no, don't do it or yes do it but can't really articulate why - it's all down to personal preference.

So what I am asking, is how can I better articulate what I do and why a random property seller should call me rather than the other hundred guys with signs all over my town?

Also one thing I didn't see in your very well articulated presentation was any mention of appreciation.

@James Martin,You are more articulate than I am, my friend.  

@Ryan Dalton well worded question and it articulates nicely how cash flow can be viewed.  

She articulated it as a guest on the BP podcast some months ago.