The Team Chip Podcast

What separates those who build successful schools from those who just talk about it? Chip sits down with Levi Potter, owner of Good Martial Arts, to discuss taking action, asking for help, and learning as you go. From opening his school at 19 to learning through trial and error, Levi shares why you don't need all the answers to get started. Stop waiting until you have it all figured out. Ask for help, take action, and get better.

Should you teach every belt the same way? The answer is no. In this episode, Chip breaks down how instruction should change as students grow, from building confidence and grit in beginners to holding black belts to higher standards. He explains how trust and relationships make tough corrections possible, why students need to learn to work through challenges, and how instructors can know when to encourage, challenge, or turn up the pressure. The goal is to meet students where they are while continuing to raise the standard as they grow.

How do you get a business off the ground and keep it growing through the bumps along the way? Chip sits down with Stace Sanchez of Kick Pics to talk about how he got started, the challenges he faced, and how his business has grown through the relationships he’s built. They also discuss how school pictures can help martial arts schools with marketing and retention by getting students excited and giving families something to look forward to.

Do you really know the people you serve, or do you just know their names? In this episode, Chip breaks down the POGO Method for building better relationships with students and families: Personal, Organization, Goals, and Obstacles. Learn how genuinely understanding the people you serve can help you communicate better, anticipate challenges, and ultimately serve them better. Who are you serving that you don't really know yet?

What does it really take to build a successful martial arts school? Chip sits down with Mike Guido to talk about the work, mindset, systems, and leadership behind building a successful school. They discuss Mike’s approach to planning his week, showing up early and staying late, building a team, learning to delegate, and developing the black belt mindset that keeps him moving forward. This is a look at what it really takes to build a school that lasts.