Water the Bamboo: Unleashing Your Potential

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 your career. Don't miss this incredible discussi...

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/3mPxcZu Order the  What's Going Well?  Book at   ht...

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 listeners. Don't miss this incredible conversation wi...

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 the  What's Going Well?  Book at   https://am...

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 to embrace change. Don't miss this highly motivatio...

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 More than just a motivational speaker, Greg...

Marc Patrick began his career as a receptionist, answering and redirecting calls, and now he's a global brand and marketing leader at Beyond Meat. So, how did he get here? In this episode, you'll hear how Marc's work ethic and Bamboo Circle played key roles in his career growth, and why he will never stop learning and growing. Don't miss this insightful conversation with one of the world's brighte...

As a high school two-sport athlete in baseball and basketball, Pat Connaughton was not getting the attention from division one schools he desired--that is, until he began putting in the work.  In this episode, you will hear from Pat Connaughton, a current NBA player with the Milwaukee Bucks, and former Portland Trailblazer shooting guard on how he used an ultimatum from his dad in high school abou...

In this episode, you'll hear a detailed Water The Bamboo story featuring Portland Gear's founder, Marcus Harvey, on what it has taken to build the brand, his passion for product, managing anxiety, and why he invests time in relationships and community. Marcus Harvey had a dream one day that he would open a retail clothing store and have a line of customers and brand fans around the block, just lik...

What does it take to become an Olympic gold medalist? According to Shannon Boxx, a three-time gold medalist with the United States Women's Soccer Team, it takes focus, hard work, and perseverance in challenging times.  In this episode, you'll hear how Shannon Boxx went from a good soccer player to great, and how she learned to focus on one thing at a time in order to achieve her goals. During her...

Think about everyone in your network, team, and community--that's your Bamboo Circle. Our guest today, Mark Few, Gonzaga Men's Basketball Head Coach, shares how he has built deep-rooted relationships with current and former players, their families, and the community at large to build his Bamboo Circle. Don't miss this incredible discussion with, Mark Few, one of the best NCAA head basketball coach...

When Regina Ellis lost her daughter to cancer at the age of five-years-old, she set out to create an organization that brings joy to patients of all ages who are going through challenging times.  In this episode, hear how Regina instills joy in her organization, teams, and patient care, and how she overcame the darkest periods of her life. Don't miss this incredible interview with Regina Ellis, fo...

JJ Birden was 5' 9" and 157 lbs by the time he was drafted into the NFL.  JJ had a long and successful career of nine years in the NFL by putting in the work and doing the little things that most people are never willing to do while overcoming rejection over and over again. In this episode, you'll hear JJ's journey from torn ACL to nine years in the NFL to professional speaker and everything in be...

Tim Morgan is the epitome of a "Bamboo Farmer." Tim embraces the power of the team, continuous learning, and evolving, even during the most challenging times, like the current health crisis. In this episode, you'll hear how Tim Morgan, the CEO of AAA Oregon/Idaho, is watering his bamboo.  Don't miss this intimate look inside of a servant leader's thoughts on running a successful organization. Epis...

There is no shortage of great coaches in the NBA, but I still believe Terry Stotts to be one of the best. What he has accomplished in his career has been remarkable. In this episode, Coach Stotts shares why the Blazers organization puts so much emphasis on Culture, Process, and Team (CPT), how he first got into coaching, how he prepared his team for the bubble, and advice for listeners about deali...

Just like bamboo, David Rae, has strong roots. Rae, a co-founder of 503 Creative and mastermind behind TEDx Portland, shares with us the importance of having the appropriate mental state for success in leadership and business, how he developed a long-term view to everything he does in business and in life, and the challenges of strengthening relationships during the health crisis.  You won't want...

Based on his book "Water The Bamboo: Unleashing The Potential of Individuals and Teams," Greg Bell is now bringing you a podcast that will help inspire and nurture you so that you have all the tools you need to unleash your potential and grow. The episodes feature conversations with game-changers in business, health, entertainment, and athletics – and range from celebrities to unknowns who have ac...