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by Freddy Tran Nager, Founder of Atomic Tango + Industry Veteran Who Has Worked With Clients Of All Types… Finding the right client is like dating: You have to escape your comfort zone and make small talk with lots of strangers. Most prospects simply aren’t a match or a catch: some are all talk no action, some expect too much without offering much in return, and some will inspire you to give it all up and take a vow of celibacy. Good relationships develop over drinks and dinner, but evenRead More

by Freddy Tran Nager, Founder of Atomic Tango + Entrepreneurial Advisor; photo by Danie Franco on Unsplash… Too many entrepreneurs treat their startups like Hollywood affairs: they begin with torrid passion, provide fodder for gossip and headlines, and sometimes become a “commitment.” But as soon as that relationship turns rocky — or something better comes along — the entrepreneurs start looking for an off-ramp.Read More

by Freddy Tran Nager, Founder of Atomic Tango + Guy Who Loves a Challenge… Never shy from competition. You will face it, if not now, then as soon as you create a viable market. So if you see a field of competitors, don’t give up, even if they have a head start. Challenge them by being DIFFERENT and BETTER — particularly if they play the traditional way…  Read More

Q: Dear Freddy: I’m setting up my own business in India where I’ll be teaching meditation and techniques on “mind management.” I’ve gotten a certification from the appropriate agencies and I also teach well, per the feedback I’ve received across different countries. How should I prepare my marketing plan and conduct local research? — A.S. in India A: Dear A.S.: Regardless of the country, these basic steps toward creating a campaign should work: Define both THE PROBLEM your new company will solve (e.g., not enough meditation practices in the market) andRead More

by Freddy Tran Nager, Founder of Atomic Tango + Guy Who Sure Likes To Talk… I had the chance to sit (actually, Skype) with Joshua Smith, a dynamic and popular podcaster, realtor, personal coach, and fitness expert (see his site, GSD Mode). As you can see, I’m not a video person — I prefer to lecture live or write — but speaking to someone as informed and energetic as Josh made it easy. The chat was scheduled for 30-45 minutes, but an entire hour and a half flew by. PleaseRead More