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.
Jimmy Park, Black Belt, Entrepreneur, Climber, Photographer, Bonsai Stylist - Beyond the Belt #20
Beyond the Belt
1 hour 56 minutes 33 seconds
6 months ago
Jimmy Park, Black Belt, Entrepreneur, Climber, Photographer, Bonsai Stylist - Beyond the Belt #20
Jimmy Park is a black belt of New York, New York, USA. Jimmy is a climber, photographer, and Bonsai stylist. He is also an entrepreneur who runs Opascope, his digital marketing agency.
Episode Links:
* Photography IG: https://instagram.com/EasyStreetNYC
* Personal IG: https://instagram.com/Veritas247
* LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmypark/
* Opascope: https://opascope.com/
Contact:
* Be a Guest: https://btb.fan/newguest
Outline:
00:00 Intro
00:24 Journey to Black Belt
06:21 Training at the Renzo Gracie Academy
11:48 Training with Danaher
19:06 Competition for Hobbyists
26:28 BJJ Lessons for Life
30:05 Entrepreneurship Personality Types
37:27 Becoming an SEO Expert
44:48 Jimmy's Favorite Campaign
47:16 Evolution of SEO in the Age of AI
52:38 Generative AI Influences
57:34 Real Life Street Photography
01:08:57 The Journey of a Climber
01:20:30 Overcoming Fear After a Fall
01:23:38 Climbing Grades and Preparation
01:25:48 The Importance of Mentorship
01:30:42 The Art of Bonsai Gardening
01:39:48 Life Lessons and Balance
01:56:12 Outro
Podcast Links:
* Podcast Website: https://www.beyondthebeltpod.com/
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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.
