Akimbo: A Podcast from Seth Godin

Seth and Debbie

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May 4, 2022
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ANECDOTE

The Lorax's Emotional Impact

  • Seth Godin shared how Dr. Seuss's "The Lorax" moves him to tears as it calls for stewardship of the earth.
  • The book inspired him to raise his own artistic standards and responsibility towards future generations.
ADVICE

Say No to Protect Creativity

  • Be disagreeable in service of the client, not your ego.
  • Pick clients who want what you want and fire those who don't to protect your creative leverage.
INSIGHT

Anxiety Rooted in Survival Brain

  • Anxiety stems from the reptilian brain which aims to keep us safe and avoid vulnerability.
  • Creativity and vulnerability require overcoming this involuntary fear response to move forward.
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