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

Find More Matt Kwan here:

Everyday Jujitsu Podcast: ejjp.show
Instagram: @theeverydayjiujitsupodcast
TikTok: ejjpod
Email: [email protected] 
Online academy: onguardbjj.com

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