Episode 30 Featuring Shawn Williams
This time, Kyle chats with Shawn Williams, a fifth-degree black belt under Renzo Gracie. Shawn shares his journey from a small town in Indiana to becoming a top Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) coach. He talks about the mental and physical challenges of BJJ and how they help in everyday life and business. The episode also covers BJJ’s growing popularity, its benefits for kids, and what it’s like to train under Renzo Gracie. Shawn reflects on the mindsets of top fighters, the similarities between running a business and practicing BJJ, and the importance of perseverance and preparation.
Show Notes:
00:00 – Introduction
03:05 – The Rise of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
10:12 – Sean's Background
15:39 – Early Martial Arts Training
21:07 – College Years
29:42 – Discovering Martial Arts and Renzo Gracie
40:37 – Training Under Renzo Gracie
59:38 – Memorable Matches
01:02:39 – Becoming a Coach
01:04:45 – Moving to Los Angeles
01:07:23 – Challenges and Lessons in Business
01:18:01 – Building a New Legacy in Nashville
01:21:41 – Mindsets of Top Competitors
01:26:03 – Overcoming Fear and Challenges
01:31:38 – Measuring Success and Future Goals
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