When offered the chance to donate to the
Acumen Fund in exchange for getting an
advanced copy of Seth Godin’s book,
Linchpin, I jumped at the chance.
In true practice-what-you-preach form,
Godin sent several emails after my
donation letting me know the status
of my book shipment. When I received
the book, there was a letter included
from Godin which shocked me by
commencing, “The scariest words an
author can write are, ‘here’s my new
book.’” I thought, Seth Godin…scared? Cool.
I was hooked from the start. Even after I realized that what I was reading was the table of contents. I devoured the book in a day and a half. Then I went back to re-read and take notes. It’s THAT profound.
I’ve written a letter to you and to everyone in response to this book.
Dear Everyone I’ve Ever Cared About or Ever Will,
Have you ever wondered why you were put on this earth? Even in passing? Questioned whether you were making the most of your potential? I have. I do.
Because I see the genius in you that sometimes you forget to acknowledge, I have a recommendation for you. It’s a book called Linchpin by Seth Godin. Out the 26th of January, just 6 days from now. Get it. Read it. Read it again. My hope is that it will inspire and educate you as it has me.
I won’t attempt to do Godin’s concepts justice by summarizing them here. But know this. The world needs your unique talents and your voice now more than ever. You’re hard-wired to resist this “risky” contribution to society but you have the choice to overcome this resistance. To deliver on your own greatness. To dream big. Draw your own map. Whether you’re self-employed or an employee, this book will change your perspective. If you have kids or work with kids, it’s a must-read.
Stand up to embrace your role as a “Linchpin” and join the ranks of those changing the world in their own special way. And, please, once you’ve opened the door to inspiration, let me know so we can walk this road together.
It’s not often that I recommend books this strongly. So do me, yourself and mankind a favor and check this one out!
Thanks for this. It really struck a chord with me… writing is a lonely endeavor, and reading something like this put a lump in my throat.
Thanks Megan.
Seth,
Your comment on my Linchpin blog post really meant the world to me. For taking the time, a sincere thank you. For the inspiration, I’m not sure quite how to thank you!
In gratitude,
Megan
Megan, I totally agree. I ordered a box and plan to purposefully hand them out. I know so many people that are truly indispensable. Some know it and some don’t. My hope is that they can realize it and act.
Cheers, John
Thanks, John! Funny you mention ordering a box, I was just thinking of doing the same and trying to decide who to send them to. Looking forward to following you on Twitter. Thanks for the reciprocal follow!
-Megan
I can’t wait to pry this book out of your hands long enough to read it.
Just you dare try, sir…
Hey — here’s an interview Merlin did with Seth on linchpin. I haven’t listened to it yet, but thought you might be interested!
http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?i=80412704&id=83025342