CI - S2 - 159 - The #1 Predictor of Entrepreneurial Success with Nick Lamagna

What do martial arts and entrepreneurship have to do with each other? More than you might think.
In this episode, Nick Lamagna shares what getting a black belt in jiu-jitsu has taught him about business, pressure, humility, discipline, and staying calm when things get difficult.
Nick also talks about real estate, finding the right people, learning from others, and why the ability to handle pressure may be the number one predictor of entrepreneurial success.
He shares lessons from 20 years of training and how those lessons continue to shape the way he approaches business and life. Listen and enjoy!
You’ll Learn How To:
Stay calm and find solutions when things go wrong
Handle pressure when your team is counting on you
Find the right community and people to learn from
Approach coaching responsibly
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
(04:06) Entrepreneurship is a game
(05:38) Why getting a black belt in jiu-jitsu is one of Nick’s proudest accomplishments
(07:26) How accountability keeps you showing up
(08:39) Learning to stay calm and find solutions under pressure
(11:10) The number one predictor of entrepreneurial success
(14:50) The importance of having a white belt mentality
(18:13) Learning from training with people who challenged him
(20:31) Being a “jack of all trades” can be a good thing
(24:15) Taking responsibility for students’ success and failure
(26:41) Who you allow into your coaching program
(30:15) “The man who listens to the rumor is weaker than the man spreading it”
(33:11) The importance of being the person who supports others
(35:00) Treating people with kindness and respect
(36:32) Connect with Nick Lamagna
(37:24) Nick’s recommended books on success and wealth
Who This Episode Is For:
Entrepreneurs who want to get better at handling pressure
Coaches who want to build stronger communities
Business owners learning how to lead a team
Anyone who wants to improve beyond financial success
Why You Should Listen:
Nick’s story shows that success is not just about making money. It is the ability to stay calm under pressure, keep showing up, remain humble, and surround yourself with the right people.
Connect with Nick Lamagna:
Website: https://nicknicknick.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicklamagnainvest/
Resources:
Apply now for Coaching Inc.’s private mastermind at coachinginc.com