I have been working for the past year on some really interesting projects in regards to the martial arts. I am now working with schools in almost every state. This opportunity has allowed me to make an even larger impact to members of the community. This year we would like to have any members of our school to participate in a really great thing for people who are less fortunate.

During the past year, everyone has had a tough time with the economy. Some people can no longer go on vacation, some people can no longer get that special dinner with a loved one, and some people have been hurt far worse. Then there are those who are in far worse shape that anyone can imagine.

There are families and people in the local community who have no food or shelter. We are now starting a drive at our school that will go through January 2010. If you would like to assist or be a part of this please respond to this post and we will contact you and tell you how you can help.

I look forward to working with other people who are trying to make a difference and show the youth that giving back of the community is our duty.

best,

Sensei Nick

Come support Sensei Jon with his first Muay Thai fight in North Jersey. For more information on Champions Muay Thai Kickboxing please give send us a line!

Starting training again today. It felt great! Good job Sensei Jon.

We wanted to let everyone know that Sensei Joe and his wife Ari, just had a baby. Ashton James Hamilton is the newest member of the Champions family. We would like to congratulate Sensei Joe and Ari.

Thanks to all the parents and students for their generous gifts for baby Ashton.

  I just wanted to share with all the students and families that I was recently promoted to 4th degree black belt under Master Farid Dordar. It was one of the greatest martial arts events I have ever participated in. The atmospherewas so positive and the 5 other candidates that I tested with made me feel so comfortable testing in another country.

  Thanks to Sensei Preston for coming out and being my partner for the self defense part of the testing. In addition I had to do a musical form, weapons forms, sparring, basics, board breaking, and conditioning.

I would also like to thank Jon Malach, Nicole, Mariko, Bonnie from CWAY, Master Farid and Sensei Insgrid, and Sensei Dean for their support.

Thanks for all the posts on facebook as well!

Sensei Nick

Champions Business Network

I would like to thank everyone that attended the WTNJConnect Business Network. I will be changing the name, due to the fact that we had people from all over South Jersey in attendance.

Here is the link to the new website. Please register a group for your business.

http://wtconnect.ning.com/

This network should help everyone, I hope to see you on there.

best,

Sensei Nick

Just a quick reminder to any one that is interested in attending our business network launch please come to Adelhia’s this Friday at 7:00 PM.

Please make sure to bring your friends or anyone that you think would benefit from being a part of the network. In addition please make sure to bring your business card.

Also, we are asking any participants to please complete the following exercise:

1. Please make approx 50 copies for the expected amount of participants.

2. On the copy please list your 5 best marketing ideas, and a brief description of what you do, and what you are looking for in our networking group.

3. Please attach a buisness card to your paper as well.

If you don’t wish to do this, no worries.

Please invite your friends, and we look forward to networking with you.

Order of events

7:00 – Intro of business network

7:15- 7:30-Sensei Nick’s new website for network and info sheet for the network

7:30-8:00-Network with members

8:00-Have a good night, make connections, and have fun!

Thanks,

Sensei Nick

If you haven’t tried our new Champions Kru Muay Thai Program, please see the front desk or any instructor to enroll now at the best rate you will ever see. For any parents with a child in a regular program we will be offering a one time only $69 special.

We are now adding a Beginner Kickboxing class every night, monday-friday. If you would like more information or would like to schedule a private lesson please reply to this email.

We are now offering great family specials, as well as specials to start in our Muay Thai Kickboxing.

Best,

Sensei Nick

I can’t take credit for what I’m about to share with you. I just finished reading the 360 degree leaders by John Maxwell, and I wanted to share with you some great material that could benefit you. While Champions is growing every day, my main job is to work with the school owners on Leadership Development.

For any leaders out there that need some great material for their weekly Monday Staff Meeting here you go:

The 7 Myths of Leading from the Middle of An Organization

1. The Position Myth-”I can’t lead, if I’m not at the top.” Educate your staff that they can be leader now. It will help the company.

2. The Destination Myth-”When I get to the top, then I’ll learn how to Lead.”

3. The Influence Myth-”If I were on the top, then people would follow me.”

4. The Inexperience Myth-”When I get to the Top, then people would follow me.”

5. The Freedom Myth-”When I get to the top, I’ll no longer be limited.”

6. The Potential Myth-I can’t reach my potential if I’m not the top leader.”

7. The All or nothing Myth: “If I can’t get to the top, then I won’t try to lead.”

One thing as a 360 degree leader is responsible for is to make sure all members of the team receiveleadership training. If you spend $5 on a staff member on leadership development is has been proved that you will get back $10.

Hope this helps,

Sensei Nick

Why the Champions Buisness Network

The Champions Business Network was created by Nick Dougherty, and is for anyone looking to grow their business or their career. Nick Dougherty started martial arts training 15 years ago in Marlton, New Jersey. after three years of working six days a week, the Marlton school was the most successful school in the organization. Next, Sensei Nick opened his own school in Echo Plaza in Washington Township. Many people said he would never make it in this terrible shopping center. By teaching awesome classes, using low cost marketing techniques, and by being the first school in the area to ever teach in the school systems, do public demonstrations, offer community events at no charge, his school became the leader when it came to martial arts.

After five years in Echo Plaza, Sensei Nick bought an acre of land and at age 29 built the current 5000 square foot Turnersville location. The Turnersville location is known for always being packed and having the best instructors in the area.

SenseiNick opened his second location approximately 3 years ago with the dynamic Preston Conyers his partner, best friend, and king of kids birthday parties! The school was recently expanded and is now the best school in Gloucester Township.

Sensei Nick recently started another business consulting martial arts schools all over the world. Some of his clients include former UFC Champion Matt Serra, and Kenny and Keith Florian. Sensei Nick is known in the martial arts as a true marketing master. He is not afraid that others are using his techniques and many schools in his own area have tried to duplicate his success.

Sensei Nick is starting this network for parents, students, friends and family members who would just like to get some new ideas on how to grow. We have all been to the rotary, chamber of commerce and other groups also help us succeed. This group will be different, and more effective. It will change the way you think, and will put you in contact with people you never though you could network with.

In this network, we will be working on strategies on how to grow your business through social networking, fund raising, community involvement, and most importantly technology. Sensei Nick will be showing all participants his secrets of networking and marketing, and the best part is it free!

If you are interested in finding out how to grow, and want to be surrounded by people who are positive and a re not doom and gloomers then please join us at Adelphia’s restaurant March 27th at 7 PM. We will be handing out passes, that we will be required to participate. In addition, please bring your business cards, and your staff or anyone that you feel will benefit from this network.

Thank you,

The Champions Team