Ep. 363: Jiu-Jitsu for Belonging, feat. Kenny Kim
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Ep. 363: Jiu-Jitsu for Belonging, feat. Kenny Kim

52:33 Nov 10, 2025
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This week, we're joined by Mat Made founder Kenny Kim! In this episode, Kenny discusses how to build deeper connections and stronger communities through Jiu-Jitsu. Topics include: creating lasting engagement at gyms, growing authentic online followings, using storytelling to inspire others, overcoming imposter syndrome, building consistency, and leading with purpose. Follow Kenny on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kennykimbjjThe Jiu-Jitsu Millionaire, by Kenny Kim:https://a.co/d/fZghu0aMat Made (book), by Kenny Kim:https://amazon.com/dp/B09231HG4RMat Made show & gym finder:https://matmade.comTrain at Kenny Kim BJJ in Marietta, GA:https://kennykimbjj.comResources discussed in this episode:The Influence Continuum:https://freedomofmind.com/cult-mind-control/influence-continuumMental models discussed in this episode:Continuum of Motivationhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/continuum-of-motivationInertiahttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/inertiaImpostor Syndromehttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/impostor-syndromeTimeframe Paradoxhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/timeframe-paradoxThird Placehttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/third-placePermission Paradoxhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/permission-paradoxAdvice Paradoxhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/advice-paradoxConsistencyhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency?? LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium!The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free:https://bjjmentalmodels.comNeed more BJJ Mental Models?Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletterLearn more mental models in our online database:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database
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