Be a Black Belt Leader by John Terry

Black Belt Leadership Mar 13, 2026

Don't Forget to Assign a Co-Pilot

Failing to assign someone to run your business while you're engaged in problem-solving is mission-critical to success.…

Black Belt Leadership Mar 13, 2026

I Went to War with Big Bird...

An entertaining story from Dr. John's fighting career, facing off against Big Bird. In business, you may face…

Black Belt Leadership Mar 13, 2026

3 Enemies of Focus

In martial arts, three enemies can distract you, taking you off your game. The same applies in your business. An excerpt…

Black Belt Leadership Mar 13, 2026

When Things Start to Go Wrong...

When things start to go wrong, don't forget to fly the plane. How does this apply to your business? An excerpt from…

Black Belt Leadership Mar 13, 2026

Compliance Obsession - A Distraction to Success

When fixating on a Powerpoint takes you away from building relationship with your clients, that's a problem. An…

Black Belt Leadership Mar 13, 2026

Center Your Focus - Bow Before You Start

Before you start your day, find a way to center yourself and set your expectations. In martial arts, it starts with a…

Black Belt Leadership Mar 13, 2026

5 Essential Instruments to "Keep Flying the Plane."

Your business, like an airplane, needs to monitor five key metrics. An excerpt from the 2026 BOOM Conference.

Black Belt Leadership Mar 13, 2026

Three $12 Lightbulb Questions

To keep your business focused on what matters, there are three questions you must answer. Here's #1. An excerpt from the…