Viva! Consult has been working over the past year bringing together what we call the “Viva! Dream Team” or as Seth Godin would call “Linchpins.” This is a team of creative, seasoned, independent thinkers that use their creativity and talents to connect with clients on inspiring projects. These bold, strong change agents are thrilled with the opportunities this new market place is providing. Godin’s book provides validation that our collective efforts, talents and energy are growing businesses, engaging and inspiring.
Stay tuned…Viva! Consult is busy behind the scene getting ready to launch the Viva! Dream Team profiles.
A must read – LinchPin, Seth Godin
The Linchpin
Seth makes it a point to remind us that we need to be artists. In other words, we need to stop being clones and start being unique. We need to be the linchpin, the piece that’s needed in order for everything to function.
A linchpin is someone who is indispensable and cannot be easily replaced. They make their own maps and follow through with them. Instead of taking instructions, linchpins take action and figure out how to get things done.
They are intelligent, creative, and do not shy away from human communication. Linchpins are the type of people who interact with customers, coworkers, and anyone else they come across in their life. They aren’t afraid to speak up and make conversation.
However, he does mention that some art cannot be monetized. If this happens to be you, don’t be afraid to give your work away. He also recommends trying to love whatever it is that you do to make money, even if it means sticking with a job that isn’t perfect for you.
April 1, 2010 at 5:20 am |
Thanks for sharing, I will look for the Linchpin tomorrow.
I am scheduled to interview at 10 in the morning for a position that is something I am not really interested in but it just sounded like something I could do. I am having serious second thoughts. I know I don’t want to spend 2 years training for a position that I could care less about. Life is too short.