CareerJitsu: BJJ and the Workplace
Providing our audience valuable insight, knowledge, practical tips, and engaging conversations with people from various occupations sharing their life/work journeys training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and successful life.
Episodes
49 episodes
Episode 48: One Community. One Mission. One Powerful Jiu-Jitsu Movement
Discover how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can transform lives and communities! In this episode of the Career Jitsu Podcast, we chat with Ray Freeman, founder of One Community Jiu Jitsu, about his mission to make BJJ accessible to everyone. Learn how Jiu...
Episode 47: From BJJ Mats to Community: How Gumby Marques Leads a Thriving Academy and a Stronger Community
Join us for an inspiring episode of the Career Jitsu Podcast featuring Alan Marquez, also known as Gumby! With over 30 years of experience in Jiu Jitsu and a fifth-degree black belt under Ralph Gracie, Gumby shares his journey from tech to mart...
Episode 46: "You Get Out What You Put In" The Balance of Jiu-Jitsu, Work and College Studies
This podcast episode features Brogan Bernstein, a college student studying accounting and finance while working full-time and training in Jiu-Jitsu. Brogan shares insights on time management, discipline, resilience, journaling, and prioritizati...
Episode 45: Why The Best Corporate Training and Instructional Design Uses a Jiu-Jitsu Mindset
Most people think success in sales, business, and life is about quick wins or flashy skills. But what if the secret is much simpler—and more accessible than you think? Eric Sperrazza, a black belt in jiu-jitsu and a seasoned corporate trainer, ...
Episode 44: The Surprising Lessons From UK Black Belt Glyn Powditch On Building Efficient Businesses
Most entrepreneurs overlook a fundamental success skill that can be learned through martial arts: mastering your breath. In this episode, Glyn Powditch, a third-degree black belt in BJJ and savvy tech innovator, reveals how breath control isn’t...
Episode 43: Passion Meets Purpose: A Black Belt BJJ Academy Owner's Journey Beyond The Mats
In this inspiring interview, Sam Snow , Owner of Alliance BJJ in Keller, shares his journey of resilience, the transformative power of jiu-jitsu, and his community initiatives like Mat Mission and Dad Squad. Discover how strategic pivoting and ...
Episode 5 - Sustainable Jiu-Jitsu: Energy Efficiency Meets Jiu-Jitsu
Discover how the principles of energy efficiency are applied to the art of Jiu-jitsu in this enlightening episode with highly respected energy consultant Andrew Vaillencourt. We explore the intersection of energy efficiency in jiu-jitsu trainin...
Episode 42: A Female Writer’s Journey as a Middle-Aged Woman in BJJ
Unlock the transformative power of Jiu-Jitsu through Morgan Sheehan's inspiring journey—starting at 39 and competing well into her 40s. This episode reveals how physical skills cultivate mental resilience, confidence, and a profound sense of fr...
Episode 41: BJJ Concepts That Will Instantly Make You A Better Speaker
What do Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and captivating an audience have in common? More than you think.In this episode of CareerJitsu, Robert Hackenson, founder of Dynamic Influence, breaks down the powerful connection between BJJ concepts and the ...
Episode 40: Youth Leadership Through BJJ
The conversation explores the impact of Jiu Jitsu on youth leadership, focusing on character building, emotional maturity, physical health, and goal setting. It also delves into the connection between Jiu Jitsu and youth leadership, emphasizing...
Episode 39: How Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Influences Movies, Stunt Acting and Fight Choreography
In this conversation, Damian Tanenbaum discusses the adaptation of Jiu-Jitsu skills to a stunt acting career. The discussion also explores his transition to stunt acting, involvement in fight choreography, and the realism in fight scenes and st...
Episode 38: Turning Point: The Life Changing Impact of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
This week we decided to “re-launch” this episode to highlight the “Life-Changing Impact of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu”We felt it was time to bring this conversation back because the message matters: BJJ doesn’t just change how you fight — it ch...
Episode 37: Age is just a belt: Finding and Training Jiu-Jitsu at a Later Age
It's easy to believe that combat sports are for the young, the fearless, or already fit. But what happens when you discover Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in your 30's 40's 50's or beyond?In this episode, we're talking about what it really means to...
Episode 36: CareerJitsu Season 2: Lessons From The Mats, Work and Life
What can we learn when we zoom out and listen to the collective stories of Jiu-Jitsu practitioners? This episode explores the universal lessons revealed through the experiences of those who step onto the mats — overcoming fear, learning consist...
Episode 35 - The Mats and Clean Skin: How BJJ Shapes a Skin Performance Brand
In this episode of CareerJitsu, we sit down with Brad McDonnell, Founder of a skin brand called “Resurge” and Brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu who turned lessons from the mat into a high-performance skin hygiene brand. We explore how disciplin...
Episode 34: From the Forest to the Mats: Living the Jiu-Jitsu Lifestyle as a Logger
What does it take to balance hard labor with hard training? In this CareerJitsu episode, we examine how a professional logger uses Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to stay sharp, strong, and mentally focused — while also showing how the physical and mental ...
Episode 33: BJJ in Security: How Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Shapes a Career in Security
Being a black belt is more than rank—it’s responsibility. Join us as we talk with BJJ black belt Julio Rodriguez about using martial arts principles to build a meaningful career in security. From personal growth to protecting others, this episo...
Episode 32 - Training Through Injury: Psychological Adaptations to Training in BJJ
BJJ Black Belt Rob Williams shares his journey of overcoming adversity through Jiu-Jitsu. From his early life in a disadvantaged neighborhood to his transition to Jiu-Jitsu and MMA, Rob's story is one of resilience and determination. He delves ...
Episode 31 - Keep Going: The Power of Resilience Through BJJ
In this powerful episode, we sit down with guest Mario Bortas from Dublin, Ireland whose journey through life’s toughest challenges was shaped—and ultimately transformed—by Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. From setbacks and personal struggles to growth and...
Episode 30 - CLA Training For Grappling
Gino Periera, Owner of Balance BJJ in Brisbane, Australia shares his journey in Jiu-Jitsu, the development of CLA, and its application in training and business. He explains the science behind CLA and its impact on skill development. The method ...
Episode 29: How Athletes Can Benefit From A Jiu-Jitsu Mindset
Boston College Football Standout NFL and UFL Lineman Alec Lindstrom Shares his insights of being a high level athlete and lessons from grappling. BJJ teaches the lessons that go far beyond technique. This episode dives into the mindset forged t...
Episode 28 - Strength with Purpose: A Female Black Belt's Path From The Mats To Child Advocacy
This episode features an inspiring conversation with a female Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt who channels her mastery of the art into meaningful work as a child care coordinator. We explore how the values of Jiu-Jitsu—confidence, control, empat...
Episode 27 - The BJJ Mindset Behind Effective Teaching
Explore how the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu influences a high school teacher’s approach to education in this compelling episode. Learn how the lessons of patience, strategy, and resilience from BJJ empower educators to connect with students, ove...
Episode 26: BJJ for Positive Change: The Importance of the People Around You
Discover the life-changing impact of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu beyond the mat. In this episode, we explore stories of personal growth, resilience, and empowerment through BJJ, revealing how this martial art reshapes mindsets, builds positive relation...
Episode 25: Find A Way- Overcoming Obstacles With The Principles of BJJ in Personal and Professional Life
This episode dives deep into how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) principles can be powerful tools to navigate and overcome adversity in both personal and professional spheres. We explore core BJJ concepts such as leverage, patience, adaptability, and...
