Name of the Book: - Linchpin
Author: - Seth Godin
No of Chapters: -14
Number of Pages: - 244
Single sentence description of Book: - New category of working personals in
current business environment which are indispensable.
What this book is about: - Book
is about persons who are always forward moving and create value for organizations. These kinds of persons challenge the status quo of the
environment and prove hugely beneficial for organization in the long run. The book
discusses in length about the importance of linchpin in constantly changing
business environment. The book elaborates the importance of linchpin by
providing examples of persons who had gone extra mile of their regular duty to
survive in a competitive environment. Author explains the fact that how
industrial automation and disruption by internet has created a new avenue of
low cost, fast replaceable manpower. It explains the fact that every worker who
is just showing for the sake of attendance and following the routine procedures
are at risk of losing their job.
Book explains various resistances that prevent
every worker from becoming a linchpin. Lizard brain is one such concept
explained in the book which prevents the persons from being more productive and
creating value in their life as well in organization. Author has given plenty
of symptoms of Lizard brain like procrastination, perfectionism, formation of
committees etc.
Author explained that Linchpin is one person who
can create its own way without availability of map. It is like a scientist who keeps
on exploring the new ideas, new things every day every moment. Linchpins are
such people who invent, lead (regardless of title), connect others, make things
happen and create order out of chaos.
Author explained the
complete details of seven abilities of the linchpin which are as follows:-
1. They provide a unique
interface between members of the organization
2. They are focused on
delivering unique creativity
3. They are expert at managing
a situation or organization of
great complexity
4. They are source of
inspiration for staff members
5. They possess deep domain knowledge and explains it
with great authority
6. They possess a unique
talent.
7. They are expert at dealing
with leadership
Author has elaborated the importance of creating
connection or networking for a person to be linchpin. Book also provides information
on importance of selfless giving gifts
Overall Review: - Book is an excellent read new upcoming
category of workforce linchpin which is very much essential for survival in
current constantly changing business environment.
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