Best Gregbell Podcasts (2024)

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Bring Your Spirit to Work: 10 Strategies for Lasting Motivation 17:32

4h ago17:32

17:32

In this episode, we explore the transformative power of "bringing your spirit to work." Discover how maintaining a first-day mindset, embracing positivity, and focusing on purpose can lead to personal and professional fulfillment. Learn practical strategies to reignite your passion, overcome challenges, and inspire those around you. Remember, even …

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Embracing Patience in a Fast-Paced World 13:46

3M ago13:46

13:46

In this episode of the Water the Bamboo podcast, we explore the importance of patience in our fast-paced world. Modern conveniences have created a "microwave mentality," leading to a desire for instant success. We discuss the bamboo farmer's approach as a metaphor for nurturing our careers, relationships, and personal growth with patience and care.…

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How to Turn Your Messy Beginnings into Success 11:42

3M ago11:42

11:42

By Greg Bell

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The Benefits of a Bamboo Retreat 14:51

7M ago14:51

14:51

In this episode of the Water the Bamboo podcast, Greg Bell explores the transformative power of personal retreats. Highlighting the benefits of stepping back to gain clarity, focus, and energy, Bell encourages listeners to consider their own retreats as a tool for personal and professional growth. Through stories and practical advice, he illustrate…

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Water Your Bamboo with the Seinfeld Method 13:45

11M ago13:45

13:45

In this episode, speaker Greg Bell shares the productivity technique comedian Jerry Seinfeld used to achieve success. Seinfeld advised aspiring comedians to write jokes daily for 15-20 minutes and track it on a calendar. Greg explains how this "don't break the chain" approach can help you consistently put in work on your most important goal. He use…

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Leap of Innovation: The Fosbury Flop Mentality and Sparking Creativity in Every Aspect of Your Life 13:26

1y ago13:26

13:26

In this enlightening episode of the "Water Bamboo Podcast," we delve into the fascinating world of innovation, taking cues from the late high jumper, Dick Fosbury, who revolutionized his sport with a new technique. Learn about fostering a culture of innovation in your personal life and within your organization, the power of cross-functional collabo…

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Overcoming Fear: Seven Strategies for Bamboo Farmers 15:01

1y ago15:01

15:01

In this episode, we delve into an essential topic for anyone striving for success: overcoming fear. We recognize that fear, while a natural biological response, often impedes our progress and prevents us from achieving our goals. Through the episode, we present seven strategies to help you navigate through fear and enhance resilience. Have podcast …

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Lighten Up 8:21

1+ y ago8:21

8:21

In this episode of the Water the Bamboo podcast, we discuss the importance of lightening up and bringing more positivity into our lives. The pandemic has caused a lot of heaviness for many people, but it's time to change that. By connecting with others, listening to uplifting music, and focusing on what's going well in our lives, we can bring more …

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What do you need to shed? 7:37

1+ y ago7:37

7:37

In this episode, Greg Bell talks about how we can shed our emotional baggage to reach our full potential, just like giant bamboo sheds its outer layer to grow. He shares that many of us carry old stories and negative emotions that hold us back, and suggests identifying the root cause of our emotional baggage by seeking support, practicing self-care…

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Believe in your Bamboo Dream 13:17

1+ y ago13:17

13:17

In this episode of the Water of the Bamboo Podcast, Greg Bell discusses the power of belief in achieving your dreams. He emphasizes the importance of having a strong belief system, even when it comes to something that may seem impossible or far off in the future. Bell shares a story of a Bamboo Farmer who continues to water their crop for years bef…

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How the Bamboo Farmer Deals with Imposter Syndrome 14:01

1+ y ago14:01

14:01

In this podcast, Greg Bell discusses the topic of imposter syndrome and how it can affect a person's confidence and ability to succeed. He explains that imposter syndrome is not a medical syndrome but rather a feeling or experience where an individual feels undeserving of their position or accomplishments. Bell shares his experience with imposter s…

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The Generous Bamboo Farmer 9:44

2y ago9:44

9:44

There are so many benefits to being generous. Studies show that it improves mental and physical health. That's why it's critical we give generosity and learn to receive it. It bonds us and has a ripple effect, and often comes back around when you least expect it. In this podcast, Greg Bell shares why Bamboo Farmers are generous daily, and how you c…

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Simplify! ASAP 9:11

2y ago9:11

9:11

Get it done ASAP - no, not as soon as possible, but as simply as possible. In this episode, Greg Bell shares six ways to simplify your life to reach your goals. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell More than just a motivational speaker, Gre…

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A Bamboo Farmers Secret Super Power 11:22

2y ago11:22

11:22

"Listen" in as I explain why listening is one of the most important skills a Bamboo Farmer has. I'll go as far as saying it's a superpower! Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell More than just a motivational speaker, Greg Bell is a Portland,…

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Avoid Perfectionism on the Bamboo Farm 13:38

2y ago13:38

13:38

If you think about watering your bamboo, you know it takes years and years of watering your career, business, or leadership to see results. That’s why perfectionism doesn’t work on the Bamboo Farm. Listen in as Greg Bell shares why perfectionism is toxic and how you can avoid it. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the …

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Water More, Complain Less 6:51

2y ago6:51

6:51

In this episode, Greg shares why complaining is one of the biggest time wasters and how you can follow specific steps to complain less and have more results. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell More than just a motivational speaker, Greg B…

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How to Maintain a Positive Perspective 11:24

2y ago11:24

11:24

In this episode, Greg Bell shares how you can reframe a challenging situation so you can learn how to deal with it successfully. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell More than just a motivational speaker, Greg Bell is a Portland, Oregon-bas…

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How to Lead a Happier Life 9:46

2+ y ago9:46

9:46

Most people are constantly striving for happiness, but part of the problem is that we see happiness as some distant destination we have to get to. In this podcast, Greg Bell will share six tools for you to be happy right now. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Lear…

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Push Your Rock 6:56

2+ y ago6:56

6:56

We're all pushing a rock up a hill. For some, pushing it may be easy, and for others hard, but we're all pushing one and attempting to reach our goals. In this episode, Greg Bell will share some tips on how to push your rock up a hill. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3r…

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Self-Discipline is a Bamboo Farmer’s Secret Weapon 14:52

2+ y ago14:52

14:52

There are many important factors to a Bamboo Farmer’s success, and self-discipline is at the top of the list. In other words, if you don’t water every day, there’s no way bamboo grows. In this episode, Greg Bell shares several tips to help you stretch your self-discipline muscle. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the …

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Everyone Leaves a Wake 6:41

2+ y ago6:41

6:41

In this episode, Greg Bell shares how the small acts of kindness and other interactions throughout your day leave a wake, much like a boat does in the water. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell More than just a motivational speaker, Greg B…

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March Forth 9:04

2+ y ago9:04

9:04

In this episode, Greg shares a personal story about why March 4th is a meaningful day to him and why it's a constant reminder to march forth through challenges we may face. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell More than just a motivational …

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Why You Should Take Smart Risks 9:01

2+ y ago9:01

9:01

In this episode, Greg Bell shares why risk is a necessary component to all progress you have made in your life. Listen in and get five steps for taking smart risks. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell More than just a motivational speaker,…

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Are We Asking Ourselves the Right Question? 9:49

2+ y ago9:49

9:49

In this solo podcast, Greg Bell shares the one question we all need to be asking ourselves, and how it can change our lives in a positive way. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell More than just a motivational speaker, Greg Bell is a Portla…

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How to Create a Compelling Bamboo Vision 11:59

2+ y ago11:59

11:59

Do you know who you want to be in one year, three years, or five years? In this episode, Greg Bell will walk you through how to create a compelling vision so you can achieve all of your dreams. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell More than…

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Bamboo Farmers Have Deeply Held Values 10:20

2+ y ago10:20

10:20

In this episode, I'll share why Bamboo Farmers always have deeply held values to keep them rooted while they grow and strive to reach their goals. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell More than just a motivational speaker, Greg Bell is a Po…

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How to Succeed in the Relationship Age 7:02

3y ago7:02

7:02

Greg shares how you can succeed in the "Relationship Age" by acting more like...a puppy. Listen to this short solo podcast and hear why. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell More than just a motivational speaker, Greg Bell is a Portland, Or…

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How to Deal with Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt 10:15

3y ago10:15

10:15

In this episode, Greg Bell shares how Bamboo Farmers overcome FUD: Fear Uncertainty, and Doubt. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell More than just a motivational speaker, Greg Bell is a Portland, Oregon-based thought leader, business consu…

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Bamboo Farming Takes 20 Seconds of Courage 5:48

3y ago5:48

5:48

In this short, solo podcast, Greg Bell shares one of the traits all Bamboo Farmers have: courage. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell More than just a motivational speaker, Greg Bell is a Portland, Oregon-based thought leader, business con…

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Cody Goldberg on Play, Finding Inspiration from Challenging Times, and Passion Projects 36:07

3y ago36:07

36:07

In this episode of the Water the Bamboo podcast, you’ll hear from Cody Goldberg, founder and Executive Director of Harper’s Playground about why he encourages play and what led him to start the non-profit organization, Harper’s Playground. Don’t miss this incredible and inspirational Water the Bamboo story with Cody Goldberg. Episode Highlights: Wh…

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Why You Should Focus on the Watering, Not the Bamboo 8:17

3y ago8:17

8:17

In this episode, you'll hear Greg Bell describe why you should turn your attention to the process of watering your bamboo, not the bamboo itself. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell More than just a motivational speaker, Greg Bell is a Por…

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10 Ways Bamboo Farmers Water Persistently 9:39

3y ago9:39

9:39

In this solo podcast from Greg Bell, you'll hear 10 ways Bamboo Farmers are persistent about their watering. The difference between successful and non-successful people is simply that successful people water persistently. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn mo…

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Liam St. John on Passion Perseverance and Risk-Taking 37:49

3+ y ago37:49

37:49

Liam St. John auditioned for The Voice seven times before finally being invited to the live blind audition, where both Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani gave Liam an opportunity to move on. The difference? Liam found his voice among his passion for making music. In this episode, you’ll hear about Liam’s passion and perseverance for music and how he co…

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Be Do Have Do Have Be 7:04

3+ y ago7:04

7:04

There's a question that many of us are asked when we're young: What do you want to be when you grow up? The problem with this question is that it's taking you away from who you are right now. In this solo podcast, I'll share why we should be, do, then have rather than do, have, then be. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Ord…

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Orlando Williams on Starting Pivoting Careers and Overcoming Tragedy 48:34

3+ y ago48:34

48:34

In 1985, Orlando Williams lost his older brother to a drug overdose. At that moment, Orlando knew that every decision he would make from then on would shape his entire life--for better or worse. In this incredible Water the Bamboo story, you’ll hear from Orlando about his pivot from professional athlete to business owner, why he’s so intentional ab…

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Your Personal Development Plan 10:01

3+ y ago10:01

10:01

Having a personal development plan is critical to your growth for so many reasons. It helps you define your goals, keeps you motivated, and lays the foundation for the rest of your career. Do you have a plan? If you don't, I want you to really listen to this podcast because I'm going to outline five ways for you to develop your own personal develop…

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Barbara Rea on Grinding from an Early Age Saying Yes to Everything and Optimism 40:40

3+ y ago40:40

40:40

We’re in the middle of a pandemic--is now the time to say yes to new things and take some risks? Barbara Rea thinks so! Barbara Rea joins Greg Bell for an intimate discussion on growing a career starting at age 12, to being adopted and how that shaped Barbara’s optimism, and what she would say to people who have imposter syndrome. Don’t miss this i…

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How to Keep Your Punchbowl Full 5:36

3+ y ago5:36

5:36

In this solo podcast, Greg Bell shares how to reboot and re-energize ourselves through this challenging time. Or, as Greg says, how do we "keep our punchbowl full" during this pandemic? Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell More than just a …

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D'Wayne Edwards on Design Loving Work and Reimagining Education 55:22

3+ y ago55:22

55:22

Since he was a child, D’Wayne Edwards has had an incredible gift to draw what he sees. At age 17, he won a Reebok design competition, beating out professionals and college students nationwide. Since then, D’Wayne has built an incredible career and reputation as an elite designer and creative. In this episode, you’ll hear D’Wayne’s Water the Bamboo …

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Transformation Over Transactions 6:23

3+ y ago6:23

6:23

Transactions are a necessary part of life, such as going to the grocery store, paying our bills, and driving to work. But we're not machines, and we need to continue evolving and growing. That's why we need to seek more opportunities for transformation. In this podcast, I'll share why seeking more transformation can be extremely beneficial to your …

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Boise State Men’s Basketball Head Coach, Leon Rice on Putting in the Work, Developing Habits, and Becoming a Star in Every Job You Have 1:00:58

3+ y ago1:00:58

1:00:58

Leon Rice once turned down owning a business to become a volunteer basketball coach. People thought he was crazy. But he stuck to his goals of becoming a head basketball coach, and he knew that he had to become a superstar at every job he held. That’s what he’s trying to teach his players--to become a superstar in whatever role they hold. In this e…

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How to Develop More Self-Confidence 8:13

3+ y ago8:13

8:13

In this episode of Water the Bamboo, Greg Bell shares how bamboo farmers develop more self-confidence. Like bamboo, a farmer must learn to grow through difficult conditions, endure hard times, fail, and start again to ultimately reach a new level of growth. Learn about this mental attitude and how it can help you succeed in life in this episode. Or…

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Kevin Carroll on Why Positivity and Play is Good for Business 49:09

3+ y ago49:09

49:09

For years, Kevin Carroll has inspired people with his masterful storytelling and encouragement on the dynamics of play at work. And in this episode, you’ll hear from Kevin about why positivity, hard work, and a dose of play in the workplace are the recipe for success in all walks of life. Episode Highlights: 06:15 - Kevin’s Bamboo Story 15:51 - Bei…

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Why Delaying Gratification is a Predictor of Future Success 6:34

3+ y ago6:34

6:34

In this short solo podcast from Greg Bell, you'll hear why delaying gratification is a habit of a Bamboo Farmer and is a predictor of future success. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell More than just a motivational speaker, Greg Bell is a…

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Dawn Rasmussen on Rebuilding Your Career for Marketability 58:51

3+ y ago58:51

58:51

Dawn Rasmussen knows that when something scares you bad enough, you should probably run towards it. And that’s what she encourages people to do when it comes to their careers. Making a career change is scary and challenging for so many people, and this episode with Dawn Rasmussen will give you the energy and strength you need to progress or rebuild…

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Managing Your Inner Dialogue 6:08

3+ y ago6:08

6:08

Are you paying attention to what you're saying to yourself? Most people are listening to their inner dialogue, which tends to have a negativity bias. But what if you could change your inner dialogue to focus on abundance and positivity? If you change your self-talk, it will change your life! Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZ…

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WTB-14 - Award-winning author and Marketing Strategist Cathey Armillas on Speaking with Passion and Heart and Leaning into What Makes You Unique 50:42

3+ y ago50:42

50:42

Cathey Armillas is a marketing strategist, presentation coach, author of The Unbreakable Rules of Marketing, and the How to ROCK a Ted Talk program, and in this episode, she joins Greg Bell for a tell-all discussion about Cathey’s career growth, why she leans into her uniqueness and encourages other to do the same, and shares speaking tips for list…

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Your Values are Your Roots 10:57

3+ y ago10:57

10:57

In this solo podcast by Greg Bell, you'll hear why the most successful Bamboo Farmers rely on their values to guide them through good and challenging times. Example Values Referenced in Podcast: Health Family Appreciation Beauty Flexibility Kindness Honor Humor Security Responsibility Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order…

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Jodi Guffee COO at Radiant Senior Living on high standards for team members and why failures are great opportunities 41:23

3+ y ago41:23

41:23

Jodi Guffee, the COO at Radiant Senior Living, gets joy from seeing her team reach their potential. That’s why she made Water the Bamboo mandatory reading and part of the onboarding process inside their company. In this episode, you’ll hear why Jodi takes tasks off team members plates, doesn’t buy into fear as a motivator, and encourages her team t…

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Greg Bells Top 10 Principles for Dealing with COVID 9:17

3+ y ago9:17

9:17

These are my 10 COVID Principles to Lead and Live By. I hope you find inspiration in these principles in some way, and might even be inspired to create COVID Principles to Lead and Live By for yourself. Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy Learn more about Greg Bell …

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