Ep062: Living Good and Dreaming Big with Tram Nguyen

In today's episode of Building Texas Business, we have an inspiring discussion with Tram Nguyen, the passionate founder of Living Good Candle Company. She shares her journey of launching a natural candle company and the power of her dedicated team. Tram describes the challenges of breaking into retailers like Amazon and Walmart and her three-month struggle that led to reinstating her Amazon account. We discuss her unique empathy-driven leadership approach and strategies for understanding the market.In wrapping up, Tram shares advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and her future plans. Additionally, we hear about her growth habits, first job at Chick-fil-A, and love of Texas barbecue.SHOW HIGHLIGHTSWe discuss the entrepreneurial journey of Tram Nguyen, the founder of Living Good Candle Company, and her commitment to using natural ingredients in her products.Tram shares her experiences of getting her products featured on major platforms like Amazon and Walmart and the challenges that come with it.We delve into Tram's unique approach to leadership which emphasizes empathy, understanding, and active listening, contributing to her company's growth.Tram talks about the importance of a dedicated team and thorough market understanding for any budding entrepreneur.We touch upon Tram's strategies for budgeting and the difficulties she faces in accessing capital for her business.Tram offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, stressing the importance of hard work and life balance.We discuss Tram's personal habits for growth, including her love for reading and participating in a book club. She also shares her first job experience at Chick-fil-A.Tram shares her future plans for Living Good Candle Company, including product line expansion and increasing automation.We discuss the process of building relationships with big-name retailers like Amazon and Walmart and the importance of constant and timely communication.Tram talks about the setbacks she faced, including losing her Amazon account and her efforts to recover it, emphasizing the importance of resilience in entrepreneurship.LINKSShow NotesPrevious EpisodesAbout BoyarMillerGUESTS | Tram Nguyen About Tram