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.
Takeaways
The 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.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Business Belt Levels
02:36 Understanding the Business White Belt
04:54 Transitioning to Business Blue Belt
08:11 Achieving the Business Purple Belt
12:26 Reaching the Business Brown Belt
15:48 Defining the Business Black Belt
20:31 Recap and Final Thoughts
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