In this episode of the "Water the Bamboo" podcast, host Greg Bell shares six powerful daily disciplines that can propel you toward personal and professional success. Drawing inspiration from the relentless dedication of a bamboo farmer, Greg explores how you can:

• Set and prioritize your daily goals to stay aligned with your vision.
• Cultivate a positive mindset by surrounding yourself with uplifting influences.
• Achieve harmony and balance between your work and personal life.
• Optimize your time, money, and energy for maximum effectiveness.
• Embrace lifelong learning to remain curious and adaptable.
• Contribute meaningfully to your organization by bringing your best self.

Discover how these daily practices can help you "water your bamboo," leading to remarkable growth and fulfillment. Whether you're aiming to boost productivity, enhance well-being, or make a greater impact, this episode offers actionable insights to help you grow like bamboo.

Subscribe to the podcast and share this episode with friends or colleagues committed to personal growth and success. Keep watering your bamboo!

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More than just a motivational speaker, Greg Bell is a Portland, Oregon-based thought leader, business consultant, and leadership coach. His popular books, What’s Going Well? and Water The Bamboo: Unleashing The Potential Of Teams And Individuals, have inspired an array of organizations, from Fortune 500 companies like Nike, Disney, and Comcast, to the Portland Trail Blazers and Division I NCAA athletic teams like the Oregon Ducks Football and the Gonzaga Bulldogs Basketball.

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In this enlightening episode of the Water the Bamboo podcast, Greg Bell discusses the silent saboteur within us all—the "negaholic." While we often recognize negativity in others, we sometimes overlook how our internal negative voices can hinder our growth and success.

Greg explores how our brains are wired to focus on negativity as a survival instinct, storing negative experiences in our long-term memory while letting positive ones fade away. He shares five actionable strategies to overcome this internal negativity.

Listen to learn how to define and confine negativity, transforming it into a force that propels you forward rather than holding you back. Let's continue to water our bamboo with positivity and purpose, nurturing our dreams to reach new heights.

Have podcast topic ideas? Email Greg Bell at greg@gregbellspeaks.com

Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu

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Learn more about Greg Bell

More than just a motivational speaker, Greg Bell is a Portland, Oregon-based thought leader, business consultant, and leadership coach. His popular books, What’s Going Well? and Water The Bamboo: Unleashing The Potential Of Teams And Individuals, have inspired an array of organizations, from Fortune 500 companies like Nike, Disney, and Comcast, to the Portland Trail Blazers and Division I NCAA athletic teams like the Oregon Ducks Football and the Gonzaga Bulldogs Basketball.

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In this episode of Water the Bamboo, author Greg Bell breaks down the power of the Pareto Principle (80/20 Rule) and how it applies to both your bamboo farm and your life. Learn how identifying the right 20% of tasks can yield 80% of your results, and why saying “no” to low-value activities is essential for success. Tune in to discover practical tips for simplifying your daily routine, increasing productivity, and staying focused on what truly matters.

Have podcast topic ideas? Email Greg Bell at greg@gregbellspeaks.com

Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu

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Learn more about Greg Bell

More than just a motivational speaker, Greg Bell is a Portland, Oregon-based thought leader, business consultant, and leadership coach. His popular books, What’s Going Well? and Water The Bamboo: Unleashing The Potential Of Teams And Individuals, have inspired an array of organizations, from Fortune 500 companies like Nike, Disney, and Comcast, to the Portland Trail Blazers and Division I NCAA athletic teams like the Oregon Ducks Football and the Gonzaga Bulldogs Basketball.

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In this episode of Water the Bamboo, Greg Bell shares the transformative power of servant leadership. He explores how leaders, like bamboo farmers, can foster growth by removing obstacles, creating strong relationships, and supporting their teams from the ground up. Learn how to balance high expectations with high support, build trust through listening, and develop the skills needed to lead with compassion and integrity. If you're ready to nurture your team’s potential and achieve extraordinary results, this episode is for you!

Have podcast topic ideas? Email Greg Bell at greg@gregbellspeaks.com

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 consultant, and leadership coach. His popular books, What’s Going Well? and Water The Bamboo: Unleashing The Potential Of Teams And Individuals, have inspired an array of organizations, from Fortune 500 companies like Nike, Disney, and Comcast, to the Portland Trail Blazers and Division I NCAA athletic teams like the Oregon Ducks Football and the Gonzaga Bulldogs Basketball.

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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 on tough days, your dreams and goals deserve your full attention. Water the bamboo, and watch it grow.

Have podcast topic ideas? Email Greg Bell at greg@gregbellspeaks.com

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 consultant, and leadership coach. His popular books, What’s Going Well? and Water The Bamboo: Unleashing The Potential Of Teams And Individuals, have inspired an array of organizations, from Fortune 500 companies like Nike, Disney, and Comcast, to the Portland Trail Blazers and Division I NCAA athletic teams like the Oregon Ducks Football and the Gonzaga Bulldogs Basketball.

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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.

Have podcast topic ideas? Email Greg Bell at greg@gregbellspeaks.com

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 consultant, and leadership coach. His popular books, What’s Going Well? and Water The Bamboo: Unleashing The Potential Of Teams And Individuals, have inspired an array of organizations, from Fortune 500 companies like Nike, Disney, and Comcast, to the Portland Trail Blazers and Division I NCAA athletic teams like the Oregon Ducks Football and the Gonzaga Bulldogs Basketball.

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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 illustrates how time away to reflect can lead to significant breakthroughs in understanding one's goals, values, and the path to achieving them.

Have podcast topic ideas? Email Greg Bell at greg@gregbellspeaks.com

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 consultant, and leadership coach. His popular books, What’s Going Well? and Water The Bamboo: Unleashing The Potential Of Teams And Individuals, have inspired an array of organizations, from Fortune 500 companies like Nike, Disney, and Comcast, to the Portland Trail Blazers and Division I NCAA athletic teams like the Oregon Ducks Football and the Gonzaga Bulldogs Basketball. 

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