Comments on: Book Review: Linchpin by Seth Godin

By: Sales Training

Sales Training — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 05:19:03 +0000

you convinced me to get the book with the part about changing my attitude to not feel entitled.

I remember when my young cousin got out of college and said “they better pay me for this”. And I thought, what a miss placed sense of entitlement. I guess being a pro with over 10 years experience under my belt can give me that same feeling.

By: Sales Training

Sales Training — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 01:19:03 +0000

you convinced me to get the book with the part about changing my attitude to not feel entitled.

By: Sales Training

Sales Training — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:19:03 +0000

you convinced me to get the book with the part about changing my attitude to not feel entitled.

By: Lisa Grimm

Lisa Grimm — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 18:46:04 +0000

Entered into my iPhone notes:-)

By: Bill Rice

Bill Rice — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 18:44:02 +0000

Absolutely do. I would love to hear anyone's impressions once they read.

Another first Seth Godin read should be Unleashing the Ideavirus--especially for a PR person like yourself.

By: Lisa Grimm

Lisa Grimm — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 18:38:42 +0000

Yeah, he was in Minneapolis for an event about six months ago. It was a REMARKABLE presentation, to say the least. I have not read one of his books yet, but have been meaning to. I will start with this one per your recommendation and make a point to tell you what I think upon reading it. Could be a while, but I'll get there and remember to ping you:-)

By: Bill Rice

Bill Rice — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 18:35:44 +0000

Lisa,

If you are a fan of Seth Godin or you are looking for a first book of his to try--I recommend Linchpin.

This truly reads like personal thoughts from a man who is saddened by how many people have been hurt in this economy. I really think Seth sat down and said, "I'm successful and well taken care of. How can I help all these people and get them back to hope and success?" And out came "Linchpin."

I really enjoyed this one. I hope you do too!

By: Lisa Grimm

Lisa Grimm — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 18:25:40 +0000

I enjoyed your post Bill. Already wanted to read it, but after reading your thoughts and reactions I look forward to it even more. Thanks.

By: Bill Rice

Bill Rice — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 16:49:19 +0000

Chris,

Thanks for stopping by! I agree. I think the gift economy has real merit and works. Forget free, start giving gifts.

By: Bill Rice

Bill Rice — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 16:48:04 +0000

Silent, you won't be disappointed. Inspiring read. Actionable too.