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davemmett's review against another edition
5.0
This book is definitely one of the best I've read this year. I really enjoy Seth's perspective that anyone can be an artist if they give generously to others, and pave their own way in the world instead of just following the map that's been laid before them. I'm not particularly interested in being an 'artist' in the traditional definition, but using Seth's definition, it's the sort of thing all of us aspire to; to help others, to be memorable, to make a difference in the world.
If nothing else, I'd recommend reading the chapter called "The Resistance", which is about the half-metaphor, half-science concept of the lizard brain - the part of our brain that tells us we can't be remarkable, that wants us to blend into the crowd, and wants us to be safe. I'm finding that now whenever I say to myself that I shouldn't do something because it might be difficult or put myself out there, I'm calling out the lizard brain in my head and then going for it. Or at least, I'm doing a few more things that I might have otherwise not done.
If nothing else, I'd recommend reading the chapter called "The Resistance", which is about the half-metaphor, half-science concept of the lizard brain - the part of our brain that tells us we can't be remarkable, that wants us to blend into the crowd, and wants us to be safe. I'm finding that now whenever I say to myself that I shouldn't do something because it might be difficult or put myself out there, I'm calling out the lizard brain in my head and then going for it. Or at least, I'm doing a few more things that I might have otherwise not done.
ngochan11's review against another edition
4.0
This book is for anyone who is struggling with the voice and efforts at work, regardless of how good they are in their current organisation.
By giving simple examples of how a person and make art and GIVE away that art in a workplace, Seth explains how we BUILD a linchpin self from our simle working self and GROW that power into excellent work and great results.
Good food for thought.
By giving simple examples of how a person and make art and GIVE away that art in a workplace, Seth explains how we BUILD a linchpin self from our simle working self and GROW that power into excellent work and great results.
Good food for thought.
elysahenegar's review against another edition
3.0
While this book is especially focused on the business world, if you need some inspiration to view life and work through the lens of creativity, gift-giving, and making a difference, this book will offer you just that!
aktova's review against another edition
4.0
Pretty motivating without being too preachy. Easy to read and digest.
it_smiy_bookshelf's review against another edition
3.0
I love a good personal growth book. This book teaches/walks you through being irreplaceable at work and being the linchpin. This person is who every boss wants to hire, and every employee wants to be. (At least I do!!) it’s honestly helped me rethink the way people work and how to relate to my day job and coworkers!! Highly recommend if you’re struggling at work!
ceezer's review against another edition
3.0
I like Seth, but... Dude, we get it! Take a page out of Jason Fried's book (no pun intended) and condense! This would have been much better - and certainly easier to digest - if he had eliminated 94% of the redundant droning and made it a 15 page manifesto.
jwelchans's review against another edition
3.0
Good thoughts about bringing "emotional artistic labor" to your work. Last couple chapters are great when he gets practical. The rest seems to be blogging.