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
67 episodes
Ep. 64 - BJJ Black Belt Entrepreneur, Jared Haymon: How He Built An Academy And Created PITBOSS Grappling
What happens when a passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu turns into an academy, a business, and an entire grappling competition?In this episode of CareerJitsu, we sit down with a BJJ Academy Owner and the Founder of PITBOSS Grappling to talk...
CareerJitsu Ep. 63: Why Great Marketers Think Like Jiu-Jitsu Black Belts
What does Jiu-Jitsu have to do with product marketing? More than you might think.On this episode of the CareerJitsu Podcast, we sit down with a BJJ black belt and product marketing consultant to explore the surprising connections betwee...
Ep.62 - How Every Kid Should Learn Jiu-Jitsu: Professional Educator And BJJ Black Belt Ali Bayley
What if the lessons that make you a better Jiu-Jitsu practitioner could also make you a better educator, coach, leader, and mentor?On this episode of the CareerJitsu Podcast, we sit down with a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, academy ow...
CareerJitsu Ep. 61- MACH 5: Building A Global BJJ Union; BJJ Red Belt Grandmaster Rigan Machado and Black Belt Larry Shealy On The Future Of Jiu-Jitsu
What happens when the leaders of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu come together to preserve its legacy, strengthen its community, and build its future?On this special episode of the CareerJitsu Podcast, we are joined by BJJ Red Belt Grand Master Rig...
CareerJitsu Ep. 60: How Jiu-Jitsu Meets Telecommunications Leadership
Episode Description:What does it take to lead large-scale operations in one of the most demanding industries while continuing to grow on the Jiu-Jitsu mats?In this episode of the CareerJitsu Podcast, we sit down with a Senior Manage...
CareerJitsu Episode 59: Executive Leadership Through The Lens of Jiu-Jitsu
What separates good leaders from exceptional ones?In this episode of the CareerJitsu Podcast, we welcome David Crull, an accomplished executive leader, strategic advisor, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt to discuss how the mindset for...
Episode 58 - BJJ Black Belt Business: Dan McCarthy On Building Success On The Mats And In Entrepreneurship
What does it take to earn respect as both a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and a lifelong entrepreneur?In this episode of the CareerJitsu Podcast, Jason Patterson and Frank Damelio sit down with highly respected BJJ black belt Dan McCar...
One Year. 56 Episodes. Countless Lessons: The CareerJitsu Anniversary Special
Celebrate the 1st anniversary of the Career Jitsu Podcast! 🎉 Join us as we reflect on a year of insights, growth, and the incredible journey we've shared with our listeners.In this episode, we discuss:The importanc...
Mini Episode: Overcoming Trauma Through Jiu-Jitsu: A Black Belt's Story of Resiliency
In this powerful Mini episode of CareerJitsu, we sit down with a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt whose greatest fight began long before stepping into an academy. Growing up surrounded by drugs, domestic violence, and instability, our guest faced...
CareerJitsu Ep. 56: From Battlefield to Black Belt; The Jiu-Jitsu Journey of a Purple Heart Marine
What does it take to overcome life’s toughest battles and keep moving forward?In this inspiring episode of CareerJitsu, we’re honored to welcome Michael Cragholm, a Purple Heart Marine and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, for a conversat...
CareerJitsu Ep. 55: From the BJJ Mat to the Principal’s Office: Leadership Lessons In Jiu-Jitsu That Change Lives.
In this episode of CareerJitsu, we sit down with a unique leader who brings together two worlds that are rarely discussed in the same conversation: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and education.As both a dedicated BJJ practitioner and a high school vic...
CareerJitsu Episode 54: The Hidden Customer Experience Secrets Behind a Succesful BJJ Academy Owner, Ben Timm
Unlock the secrets to growing your Jiu-Jitsu academy! In this episode, we chat with Ben Timm, owner of Athens Jiu-Jitsu, who transformed his school from 20 to 150 students in just one year.Key takeaways:•The importance of ...
CareerJitsu Episode 53: Can Grappling Data Make You Better At Jiu-Jitsu; Substats Founder Abe Diaz Thinks So
What if the key to improving your Jiu-Jitsu wasn’t just training harder—but training smarter?In Episode 53 of CareerJitsu, hosts Jason Patterson and Frank D’Amelio sit down with Abe Diaz, creator of the innovative grappling analytics pl...
CareerJitsu Mini Episode: Tyler Ross, BJJ Practitioner Overcomes Cancer Through Jiu-Jitsu
What happens when the fight extends far beyond the mats? In this powerful CareerJitsu mini episode, we explore how the mindset, resilience, and community found in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can help someone navigate one of life’s toughest battles—canc...
CareerJitsu Ep.52: The BJJ Blueprint For Career Success From Environmental Engineer, Sakis Gidas
Unlock the secrets of career success through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu principles! In this episode, we chat with Sakis, a brown belt and project manager, who shares his unique journey from Greece to the UK and how Jiu-Jitsu shaped his career....
Episode 51: Why Many Police Officers’ Egos Hurt Their Careers - and How Jiu-Jitsu Can Fix That
Most police officers and retirees overlook a crucial game-changer: mastering the mental edge alongside physical skills. Steven Washington, a retired cop turned insurance broker and a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, shatters the myth that str...
Episode 50: BJJ and Faith; The Intersection of Jiu-Jitsu and Spirituality With BJJ Black Belt Dr. Ben Shaw
Join us for an enlightening episode of the Career Jitsu Podcast as we dive deep into the intersection of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and spirituality with Dr. Ben Shaw, a BJJ black belt and PhD. Discover how martial arts can shape our understanding of ...
Episode 49: Tapped, Tested and Rebuilt: The Story Behind Nine Lives BJJ Apparel Founder and Black Belt Gabe Anderson
This Episode CareerJitsu dives deep into the mindset of resilience, reinvention, and purpose with special guest Gabe Anderson — founder of Nine Lives BJJ and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt.From setbacks on and off the mats to building a...
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...
