Getting Things Done

Ep. 206: David Allen talks with Greg Shepard

May 9, 2023
In this conversation, Greg Shepard, a multi-millionaire entrepreneur and lifelong learner, shares his inspiring journey overcoming dyslexia, autism, and processing challenges. He believes that tackling bigger problems opens the door to greater opportunities. Greg reveals his unusual motivation for buying multiple copies of a productivity guide and discusses his passion for altruistic capitalism. Listeners will be captivated by his strategic insights on identifying business potential in turbulent markets and the transformative power of mentorship in achieving success.
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ADVICE

Market Opportunities

  • In a bull market, focus on opportunities that make money; in a bear market, focus on those that save money.
  • The bigger the problem, the better the opportunity.
ANECDOTE

The Park Bench Lesson

  • Greg Shepard's mentor, Jim Eubanks, would take him to a park bench for an hour each day.
  • This taught him the importance of planning, as most time goes into the foundation.
INSIGHT

The North Star

  • Greg Shepard realized the importance of having a North Star, a clear goal.
  • He studied various productivity methods for 25 years and developed his own system.
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