Episode # 2 Omar Kadi: To Glory Martial Arts Center and Beyond
Summary
In this episode, Omar Kadi shares his journey from working in sales to becoming a successful martial arts school owner. He talks about his background growing up in New York and his experience working in various industries. Omar discusses the challenges he faced, including losing his job and supporting his family during difficult times. He also shares how he discovered Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the impact it had on his life. Omar emphasizes the importance of mentors and consultants in his success and highlights the role of Legacy Martial Arts Consulting in his journey. He concludes by discussing the decision to open his own gym during the COVID-19 pandemic. Omar Kadi shares his journey of starting and growing Glory Martial Arts Center, emphasizing the importance of having a mentor and seeking coaching and consulting. He highlights the need to build a strong team and systemize the business for success. Omar also emphasizes the importance of finding balance and prioritizing family and relationships. He encourages gym owners to focus on the positives and learn from mistakes. Omar's story serves as an inspiration for those looking to achieve success in the martial arts industry.
Takeaways
- Having a mentor and seeking coaching and consulting can greatly benefit business owners.
- Building a strong team and systemizing the business are crucial for success.
- Finding balance and prioritizing family and relationships is essential.
- Focusing on the positives and learning from mistakes can lead to growth and success.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
Introduction and Background
01:11
From Sales to Martial Arts
From Sales to Martial Arts
05:11
Supporting Family and Starting a Business
Supporting Family and Starting a Business
06:00
Building an ATM Business
Building an ATM Business
08:24
Tragedy and Challenges
Tragedy and Challenges
09:21
Discovering Jiu-Jitsu
Discovering Jiu-Jitsu
10:21
The Importance of Mentors and Consultants
The Importance of Mentors and Consultants
11:46
Meeting Nick and Legacy Martial Arts Consulting
Meeting Nick and Legacy Martial Arts Consulting
13:40
Challenges with Former Gym Owners
Challenges with Former Gym Owners
16:31
Transitioning to Marcelo Garcia's Gym
Transitioning to Marcelo Garcia's Gym
21:12
Competing and Achieving Black Belt
Competing and Achieving Black Belt
23:26
Deciding to Open a Gym
Deciding to Open a Gym
25:01
Opening the Gym During COVID-19
Opening the Gym During COVID-19
26:00
Starting Glory Martial Arts Center
Starting Glory Martial Arts Center
27:12
The Importance of Having a Mentor
The Importance of Having a Mentor
28:19
Lessons Learned from Consulting
Lessons Learned from Consulting
30:02
The Value of Coaching and Consulting
The Value of Coaching and Consulting
31:01
Applying Lessons in Own Business
Applying Lessons in Own Business
33:35
Expanding to a Second Gym
Expanding to a Second Gym
38:49
Top Three Factors for Success
Top Three Factors for Success
46:57
Finding the Positives and Building a Strong Team
Finding the Positives and Building a Strong Team
49:13
Closing Remarks
Closing Remarks
