summary ofLinchpinBook by Seth Godin

first KEY POINT

Unleash your potential

The word “genius” doesn't necessarily describe someone who will probably win a Nobel prize. It is more a person with great talent and skill in finding solutions that are challenging to see. People like that aren't so rare.If you've ever solved a problem that confounded your family, it's okay to consider yourself a brainiac. You might feel far from it, but nobody is perfect at every moment. Even Einstein sometimes had difficulty finding his way home from work. So, don't feel less than you are because you do things you consider below par. Every human is a genius in one way or another. And in a world that seeks something different from you, you must step up to your genius.The world has signed a “take-care-of-you” bargain with corporate leaders. People are trained to attend school, follow rules, be punctual, and work hard. There are no requirements for brilliance or creativity. In return, they get money, health insurance, and job security.But, with the rise of competition and technology, the deal has broken down. Job growth is at a standstill, at its best, and wages in many industries are declining. Numerous people have become victims in a system that depletes and underestimates their value. The future of most corporate workers appears dismal. But it is time to stop complying with the system.Now is the moment to recognize the potential that this circumstance offers. It's time to stray from the path and create your new route.

This summary shows you how to stand up and fight. It aims to convince you there is a real opportunity to improve your life significantly. By grasping the fundamental changes in the world's rules, you can seize this moment to become someone irreplaceable.