#77 Carl Paoli: Finding Success as an Olympic Breaker

Freestyle Way

In this podcast, Carl Paoli shares insights for breakers on qualifying for the Olympics, as breakdancing will be featured in the Paris 2024 Olympics for the first time. The following topics are discussed: - How Carl got interested in it and his encounter with B-Boy Wicket and the Renegade Rockers crew members. - The importance of treating breaking as a business and becoming a solopreneur to succeed professionally. - The importance of understanding the Olympic machine, its revenue streams, and the impact of Rule 40 on personal branding is discussed. - Tips on building a personal brand as a breaker, including developing a unique style, creating content, and building a product or service related to the sport. - Defining your purpose as a solopreneur and answering five key questions to gain clarity on your mission is important. - Strategies for successfully leveraging the Olympics to launch or grow a business. - Encouragement to stay true to oneself and one's craft while evolving and becoming a leader in one's space. Overall, this podcast aims to provide insightful advice for breakers interested in qualifying for the Olympics, fans of breaking, and those interested in supporting and following the discipline.