Linchpin: Summary of the Key Ideas - Original Book by Seth Godin: Are You Indispensable?

Linchpins are essential for an organization to become successful. They are different from other people in the workplace, because they are passionate about what they do and try to motivate others around them as well. They make themselves indispensable due to their unique talents and their desire to make a difference. Instead of simply following instructions, they try to identify problems and find solutions without being asked to do so.

Who should read this book:
• People who think they can do better at work.
• Those that are worried about being laid off.
• Anyone interested in finding out how to be more passionate about their job.
• People who don’t want to simply show up at work, but be able to bring about change.

In this summary:
Chapter 1: Simply showing up at work is not enough anymore
Chapter 2: Linchpins have become the third social class
Chapter 3: Become a leader instead of only fitting in
Chapter 4: Linchpins are artistic and troubleshooters
Chapter 5: Put emotional labor into your work
Chapter 6: Give genuine gifts without expecting anything in return
Chapter 7: Linchpins are not afraid of challenges or the future
Chapter 8: If you genuinely care, people will trust you
Chapter 9: Turn your passion into a job
Chapter 10: Become an artist and make yourself indispensable
Chapter 11: Final Summary