Calisa Hildebrand

I’m a huge fan of Seth Godin and what he has to say. Every time I read something of his, I feel inspired to act, to change something. Usually, to change something about myself.

Have you read Linchpin? You should. He published an addendum to it, ”Insubordinate,” in which he says:

“The art of connection, the art of being human, the art of making a difference. Artists do things that have never been done before. They dig deep to create passion. They connect by changing things for the better… The market seeks out, recognized and embraces artists, people we can’t live without. That’s our opportunity right now. To be excellent means you must be an artist.”

Note that it does not say “To be an artist means you must be excellent.” It just completely redefines what makes an artist, and I love it. You don’t have to paint a pretty picture and get paid $5,000. You “just” have to be excellent.

How will you be excellent today? Tomorrow? We all do amazing things at various points in our day/week/month/lifetime, but how can you do something amazing more often? What are you passionate about?

Maybe promoting these ideas can be today’s contribution. Well, that and the fact that I registered to be a bone marrow donor this morning. That’s gotta count for something, right?

I hope you are a little inspired by his words. I know I am.

-Calisa