Matt and Audra share their journey of starting a martial arts school and transitioning to teaching character and leadership skills. They discuss the challenges they faced and the need to pivot their business during the COVID-19 pandemic. They also highlight the importance of early childhood learning and the limited learning window for children. The creation of animated characters and an online program allowed them to reach a broader audience and provide valuable lessons to parents and children. The conversation highlights the importance of exposing children to new concepts, the limited learning window in early childhood, and the role of intentional effort in parenting. In this conversation, Audra and Matt discuss their transition from in-person to online teaching, the challenges they faced, and the methods they used to adapt their curriculum. They emphasize the importance of testing and gathering feedback to improve their online teaching methods. They also highlight the need for parental involvement in their program and the positive impact it has on children's behavior. Audra and Matt share their journey of founding Black Belt Bruce and how it became their full-time focus. They conclude by offering special pricing for listeners interested in their program.
Key Takeaways
Starting a business requires adaptation and the ability to pivot when faced with challenges.
Early childhood is a critical time for learning and development, and parents play a crucial role in shaping their children's character and leadership skills.
Finding an experienced guide or mentor can provide valuable insights and support in achieving goals.
Creating engaging and interactive content can enhance the learning experience for children. Children need to be exposed to new concepts in order to learn and grow.
There is a limited learning window in early childhood, and if important concepts are not taught by the age of five, it can be problematic.
Intentional effort by parents is crucial in teaching and developing children's character and leadership skills.
Finding an experience guide, understanding the limited learning window, and making intentional effort are key factors in helping children succeed. Transitioning from in-person to online teaching requires adapting teaching methods and finding new ways to engage students.
Testing and gathering feedback are crucial for improving online teaching methods and ensuring they meet the needs of students and parents.
Parental involvement is essential for the success of the program and for reinforcing the lessons taught.
Chores can have a positive impact on children's behavior and their sense of responsibility.
Founding a business with a co-founder who complements your skills and shares your vision is important for success.
Transitioning to full-time work on a business requires careful planning and a willingness to make sacrifices.
Offering special pricing can be a way to make a program more accessible and reach a wider audience.
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