How to Be Awesome at Your Job 1004: Seth Godin on How to Maximize Your Impact and Deliver Work That Matters
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Oct 21, 2024 
Seth Godin, a renowned author and founder of the altMBA, dives into the mindset that makes individuals indispensable at work. He suggests embracing the feeling of being an impostor as a catalyst for growth. The discussion includes three key questions to ask with every project to foster engagement and innovation. Godin emphasizes redefining success by viewing work as impactful projects and shares insights on the importance of personal growth through self-restraint and intentional habits, while also exploring the influence of AI on productivity.
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Potato Strategy
- Seth Godin explains how potatoes, a non-native crop, became popular in Europe.
- An entrepreneur used clever strategies involving Marie Antoinette and seemingly guarded fields to change people's perceptions.
Organ Donation System
- Seth Godin suggests an opt-in system for organ donation.
- Priority on the waiting list would be based on donor signup time, incentivizing early registration.
Velcro Dots
- Seth Godin tells a story about using Velcro dots in his first job, despite colleagues' mockery.
- He learned that embracing small failures can lead to bigger successes and innovation.
