A podcast that explores the intersection of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and every day life. In each episode, we sit down with a black belt who doesn’t make their primary income from BJJ, but has passions, hobbies, and a life beyond the belt. Whether you’re a BJJ enthusiast, someone curious about the sport, or just looking for inspiration in balancing your passions with life’s demands, Beyond the Belt offers insights and stories that resonate on and off the mats.
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A podcast that explores the intersection of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and every day life. In each episode, we sit down with a black belt who doesn’t make their primary income from BJJ, but has passions, hobbies, and a life beyond the belt. Whether you’re a BJJ enthusiast, someone curious about the sport, or just looking for inspiration in balancing your passions with life’s demands, Beyond the Belt offers insights and stories that resonate on and off the mats.
Fabian Fitzner, Black Belt, Entrepreneur, Network Marketer, Kite Surfer - Beyond the Belt #25
Beyond the Belt
2 hours 20 minutes 31 seconds
2 months ago
Fabian Fitzner, Black Belt, Entrepreneur, Network Marketer, Kite Surfer - Beyond the Belt #25
This is a conversation with Fabian Fitzner, a black belt out of Dubai, UAE. Fabian is lifelong entrepreneur, network marketing expert, kite surfer, and BJJ school owner.
Episode Links:
* Instagram: https://instagram.com/fabian.fitzner
* YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FabianFitzner
* LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabianfitzner/
Contact:
* Be a Guest: https://btb.fan/newguest
Outline:
00:00 Intro
00:17 Journey to Black Belt
04:49 Traveling and Training Unaffiliated
08:29 Injuries and Adaptations in Jiu-Jitsu
16:33 Life in Uganda: Adoption and Cultural Insights
25:31 Resourcefulness and Mentorship
35:17 Essence of a Mentor
40:58 Understanding Network Marketing
48:18 Helping Others Succeed
56:48 Selfishness and Selflessness in Success
01:00:42 Believing in Yourself
01:15:01 The Importance of Skillset and Network
01:24:09 Cultural Insights: Jiu-Jitsu in Dubai
01:28:46 The Contrast of Life in Dubai and Mauritius
01:34:23 Finding Freedom and Balance in Life
01:38:51 Defining Success: A Personal Journey
01:50:26 Mental Health and High Performance
01:57:45 Life Advice and the Future
02:00:17 The Impact of AI on Society
02:18:26 On a Positive Note
02:20:11 Outro
Podcast Links:
* Podcast Website: https://www.beyondthebeltpod.com/
* Spotify: https://btb.fan/spotify
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* TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@beyondthebeltpod
* Youtube: https://youtube.com/@beyondthebeltpod
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Beyond the Belt
A podcast that explores the intersection of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and every day life. In each episode, we sit down with a black belt who doesn’t make their primary income from BJJ, but has passions, hobbies, and a life beyond the belt. Whether you’re a BJJ enthusiast, someone curious about the sport, or just looking for inspiration in balancing your passions with life’s demands, Beyond the Belt offers insights and stories that resonate on and off the mats.
