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Episode 47: From BJJ Mats to Community: How Gumby Marques Leads a Thriving Academy and a Stronger Community
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Join us for an inspiring episode of the Career Jitsu Podcast featuring Alan Marquez, also known as Gumby! With over 30 years of experience in Jiu Jitsu and a fifth-degree black belt under Ralph Gracie, Gumby shares his journey from tech to martial arts and how both paths have shaped his life and his community.
Key takeaways:
•Discover the connections between Jiu Jitsu and career success.
•Learn how to navigate challenges in both tech and martial arts.
•Understand the importance of community and collaboration.
•Hear about Gumby's new project, Civic Cause, aimed at empowering citizens to engage with local government.
Timestamps:00:00 Introduction00:57 Gumby's journey in Jiu Jitsu02:27 The intersection of tech and martial arts06:54 Strategies for perseverance10:24 The importance of community16:17 Civic Cause and its mission
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Check out more of Alan “Gumby” Marques:
His Academy: https://share.google/uFFbgLtNrmFJizK6t
On The Mat: http://onthemat.com/
Civic Cause: https://civiccause.com/
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