Summary

Matt Kwan, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, shares his journey from being a chef to opening his own Jiu Jitsu school. He talks about his passion for teaching and his desire to make a living off of Jiu Jitsu. Matt emphasizes the importance of believing in oneself and taking risks to pursue one's dreams. He also discusses the challenges he faced in finding a suitable location for his school and the process of renovating and growing his business. Despite the naysayers, Matt's unwavering belief in himself and Jiu Jitsu has led to his success. In this conversation, Matt Kwan shares his journey of opening and running a martial arts gym. He emphasizes the importance of having a vision and a plan, investing in people, and leading with passion. He advises against neglecting marketing tactics that don't work, neglecting the space, and having a closed mindset. Matt also highlights the value of word-of-mouth marketing, being present in the community, and learning from other gym owners. He encourages aspiring gym owners to believe in themselves and pursue their passion.

Takeaways

• Believe in yourself and your abilities to pursue your passion
• Take risks and go all in on what you love
• Regret is a powerful motivator, don't settle for a life you don't want
• Surround yourself with supportive people who understand and appreciate your goals
• Persistence and hard work are key to success in any endeavor Have a clear vision and a plan to achieve it
• Invest in people and build strong relationships
• Lead with passion and prioritize the art/business over money
• Be selective with marketing tactics and focus on word-of-mouth
• Don't neglect the space and continuously improve it
• Think outside the box and be open to new ideas
• Learn from and collaborate with other gym owners
• Believe in yourself and don't let others discourage you

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Everyday Jujitsu Podcast: ejjp.show
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Email: ejjpod@gmail.com
Online academy: onguardbjj.com

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Summary:

Matthew Becker, practicing attorney and owner of Gym Lawyers, provides legal consulting for gym owners. He emphasizes the importance of keeping gym owners and their members safe through proper business practices. Matthew discusses the difference between legal consulting and representation, and how he helps gym owners with education, contract drafting, and legal paperwork. He also highlights the need for industry-specific waivers that address the unique dangers of each type of gym. The conversation delves into topics such as negligence, the importance of knowing your gym members, and the top three legal considerations for martial arts gym owners. The conversation with Matthew E Becker focuses on the importance of legal protection for gym owners. The three main themes discussed are: 1) Setting up a corporate entity to protect personal assets and finances, 2) Having a lawyer review all contracts, especially leases, to avoid legal exposure, and 3) Implementing proper paperwork, such as liability waivers, membership agreements, and staff contracts, to set expectations and avoid future problems. The conversation also highlights the top three mistakes gym owners make: attempting DIY legal work, not seeking professional advice, and failing to set clear expectations with members. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the need for legal expertise and proactive measures to protect gym owners' businesses and assets.

Takeaways:

• Legal consulting helps gym owners prevent legal issues and avoid the need for representation.
• Industry-specific waivers are crucial for addressing the unique dangers of each type of gym.
• Gym owners have a duty to protect their members and should take action if they become aware of potential risks.
• Setting up a proper corporate entity is essential for protecting personal assets.
• Knowing your gym members and their backgrounds can help prevent potential legal issues.
• The top three legal considerations for martial arts gym owners are setting up a proper corporate entity, having industry-specific waivers, and knowing your gym members. Setting up a corporate entity is crucial for protecting personal assets and finances as a gym owner.
• Having a lawyer review all contracts, especially leases, is essential to avoid legal exposure.
• Implementing proper paperwork, such as liability waivers, membership agreements, and staff contracts, helps set expectations and prevent future problems.
• The top three mistakes gym owners make are attempting DIY legal work, not seeking professional advice, and failing to set clear expectations with members.

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In this episode, Nick Castiglia interviews Megan Hodgen from Diamond MMA and Fitness. Megan shares her inspirational journey of starting her gym at a young age and overcoming challenges. The conversation covers topics such as the initial offerings of Diamond MMA, moving to a new location, success in personal fitness training, maximizing space and overlapping programs, challenges in the early days, going all in during COVID, lessons learned, impact on young females, advice for gym owners, finding balance and fulfillment, the importance of niche and connection, advice for struggling gym owners, biggest accomplishments, fulfillment from impacting lives, future plans for Diamond MMA, and the power of goal setting.

• Starting a gym at a young age is possible with determination and passion.
• Maximizing space and offering personal fitness training can be a successful source of income for a martial arts school.
• Location plays a crucial role in attracting customers and filling up programs.
• Going all in during challenging times can lead to success and inspire others.
• Finding a niche and creating a sense of community are important for gym owners.
• Goal setting is a powerful tool for business success.