Hey guys, super excited about this! I’ll be flying out to participate and go head-to-head against Jack Roberts on August 28. Head over to my LinkedIn post if you want to enter the contest to be flown out, all the details are there! Enter the contest here 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/posts/nateherkelman_agenticarena-activity-7362132091691585536-6fLd?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAADJvYWYB51Sz4ZeMfMAfbgVDHS1xFuyjeMI n8n's Agentic Arena Announcement

What started on October 15th, 2024 as a small, free community to share my resources from YouTube… has now turned into one of the most active hubs for AI automation builders on the internet. Over the past 9 months, I’ve heard stories of people: - Finding clients - Hiring developers - Meeting business partners - And just geeking out with others equally obsessed with AI automation It's become a space of real collaboration, growth, and momentum, and none of it would’ve happened without YOU. Thank you for being part of this journey. Whether you’ve been here since Day 1 or just joined last week, I appreciate you more than you know. Let’s keep building. The next chapter is just getting started 🚀 Cheers, Nate

In my last post, I got over 100 comments — and a common question came up: “How do I get my first clients?” I’ll share what worked for me, in the most practical way possible. I understand — but honestly, getting started is simpler than it seems. Begin with your closest network: friends, your parents’ friends, uncles, anyone who runs a business or can connect you to someone who does. Make a list. Then reach out to these people — not to pitch a solution, but just to listen. Ask a simple question: “What are the biggest challenges you’re facing in your business today?” After listening, ask one more key question: “If you could solve just one of these problems today, which one would bring the most return — either by cutting costs or increasing revenue?” At the end of the day, that’s what every business owner truly cares about: lowering expenses or growing revenue. Talk to at least 3 business owners like this and you’ll start to see your niche take shape — based on real needs, not guesses. From there, here’s what I recommend: 1. Don’t get stuck in the learning loop. It’s normal to spend time downloading templates, testing tools like n8n, watching tutorials... but nothing beats doing a real project. You’ll learn more in one client delivery than in 10 YouTube videos. 2. Don’t worry too much about choosing the “perfect” niche. Start where you have access or some knowledge — even if it’s basic. Use real conversations to find a common pain. That pain defines your niche. 3. Don’t offer a pre-made solution. Listen first. Ask the two questions above. Then think: “How can I solve this specific problem with AI or automation?” 4. Don’t try to sell before you’re clear on four things: * Your niche * Your ICP (Ideal Customer Profile) * The main pain * Your solution to that pain 5. Your first project can be free — and that’s ok. Do it to learn. Deliver. Measure the result. That first delivery gives you confidence and a story to tell. 6. Then, choose one channel — not many.

hey guys- ive been doing cold email now for 2 years and so far ive booked 2000 plus calls. currently im looking to get into consulting so im willing to buildout your cold email system for free -build your scripts -find leads -guranteed 15-20 warm calls booked a month in return for case studys to prove how good I am if you want in comment "interested" and we can get this rolling!!