I admit my first goal was not to be a world champion. I actually reached the success of being number one in the world because that goal was set for me by Grandmaster Jhoon Rhee. My original goal for myself was to be ranked in the top 10 fighters in the country, because back then ...
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Stephen Oliver and NAPMA Honored for their Deep Contribution to the Martial Arts Business
The 2012 Action Martial Arts Magazine’s 12th annual Hall of Honors, widely known as the “Academy Awards of the Martial Arts” marked another milestone in the professional development of the martial arts business. This years’ event featured a trade show with more than 60 exhibitors, a traditional martial arts tournament, the first ever “Action Martial ...
Read More »Taking MMA from the “Gym” to the “School”
As we move into a new year I believe that it’s an exciting one for our small but dedicated and eclectic industry. Ahead lie huge ...
Read More »Would You Rather Be the Apple Store or Wal-Mart?
There are those running around the industry teaching you how to be the martial arts school equivalent of Wal-Mart.
Read More »Andrew Wood: A Legend in His Own Mind!
Martial Arts Business Masters Reconnect Recently I sat down with my old friend Andrew Wood, who made a surprise guest appearance at this year’s NAPMA convention. Andrew was a true pioneer in the martial arts business, writing the book that changed the life of many instructors: How to Make $100,000 or More Teaching Martial Arts. ...
Read More »Breaking Through Plateaus
I had a meeting recently with 35 really smart school owners who are all involved in growth process for their businesses...
Read More »A Special Tribute to Grand Master H.U. Lee and Chief Master Richard Reed
Without a doubt, I would not be who I am, where I am, doing what I do, without the powerful influences of Grand Master H.U. Lee and Chief Master Richard Reed
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