

PETE ROBERTS | Why Scrappiness Could Be Your Greatest Asset
10 snips Aug 19, 2025
Pete Roberts, the founder of Origin and Jocko Fuel, dives into the power of scrappiness and resilience in achieving success. He shares insights on authentic branding and the life lessons jiu-jitsu teaches about commitment and personal growth. Discussion ranges from redefining success to the importance of hiring based on potential over pedigree. Pete illustrates how regular individuals can accomplish extraordinary feats through determination, and he reflects on how life's challenges shape our definitions of success.
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Purpose Drives Brand And Manufacturing
- Pete Roberts built Origin to revive American manufacturing and make durable, authentic goods.
- He uses product and storytelling to restore pride in American-made work.
Near Miss With A Reality Show
- Origin nearly became a History Channel reality show but the project shut down after a leadership change.
- Pete says he's glad it didn't happen in hindsight.
Jiu-Jitsu As Business Metaphor
- Pete calls jiu-jitsu "chess under stress" and says its lessons apply to business and life.
- He credits jiu-jitsu for teaching leverage, timing, risk, and humility.