EPISODE · Sep 30, 2025 · 25 MIN
Ep. 84 - Are you a business white belt?
from The Business of Jiu Jitsu · host JP Levesque
Are you a black belt on the mats but a white belt in business?In this episode of the Business of Jiu Jitsu podcast, JP Levesque explores the concept of belt levels in business, drawing parallels to the martial art of jiu jitsu. He discusses the challenges faced by business owners at different stages, from the 'white belt' stage of struggling to establish systems, to the 'black belt' stage of mastery and personal definition of success. The conversation emphasizes the importance of awareness, systemization, and growth in achieving business success.TakeawaysThe hardest stage for business owners is the white belt stage.Awareness is key to moving from a white belt to a blue belt in business.Systems are crucial for business success and growth.Purple belt signifies a solid foundation of systems in business.Brown belt represents refinement and optimization of business operations.Black belt in business is a personal journey and definition of success.Transitioning through belt levels can happen quickly with effort.Financial stability is essential for business owners to thrive.Building a business you love requires systemization and awareness.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Business Belt Levels02:36 Understanding the Business White Belt04:54 Transitioning to Business Blue Belt08:11 Achieving the Business Purple Belt12:26 Reaching the Business Brown Belt15:48 Defining the Business Black Belt20:31 Recap and Final ThoughtsIf you want to learn more about how I help academy owners grow their business without becoming Mc Dojos head on over to www.GrowJitsu.com and book a demo.PS. There's also a free Ebook I wrote to help academy owners grow their business - https://growjitsu.com/book
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Are you a black belt on the mats but a white belt in business?In this episode of the Business of Jiu Jitsu podcast, JP Levesque explores the concept of belt levels in business, drawing parallels to the martial art of jiu jitsu. He discusses the challenges faced by business owners at different stages, from the 'white belt' stage of struggling to establish systems, to the 'black belt' stage of mastery and personal definition of success. The conversation emphasizes the importance of awareness, systemization, and growth in achieving business success.TakeawaysThe hardest stage for business owners is the white belt stage.Awareness is key to moving from a white belt to a blue belt in business.Systems are crucial for business success and growth.Purple belt signifies a solid foundation of systems in business.Brown belt represents refinement and optimization of business operations.Black belt in business is a personal journey and definition of success.Transitioning through belt levels can happen quickly with effort.Financial stability is essential for business owners to thrive.Building a business you love requires systemization and awareness.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Business Belt Levels02:36 Understanding the Business White Belt04:54 Transitioning to Business Blue Belt08:11 Achieving the Business Purple Belt12:26 Reaching the Business Brown Belt15:48 Defining the Business Black Belt20:31 Recap and Final ThoughtsIf you want to learn more about how I help academy owners grow their business without becoming Mc Dojos head on over to www.GrowJitsu.com and book a demo.PS. There's also a free Ebook I wrote to help academy owners grow their business - https://growjitsu.com/book
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