The Go Getter The Go-Getter is Kynes most famous work. The Go-Getter tells the story of former soldier William Peck and his struggle to prove himself to his new employer, Rick's Logging and Lumber Company. You can learn from this simple story how to stay self motivated and be ready to face anything that comes your way. Although the story is short and can be read through in a single sitting, the lessons you learn from it will continue to help you throughout your life.