AARP would do well to pay Chris Guillebeau big bucks to be a spokesperson for their 50-something crowd. Chris won’t be eligible to join AARP for about 20 years, but so what? His writing is sharp, his message has guts, and his passion is contagious.
Chris Guillebeau has strong opinions about life, work and travel. For two nights, my bedside reading was his book, The Art of Non-Conformity: Set Your Own Rules, Live the Life You Want and Change the World. Instead of putting me in a zen-like mood, I was riled up about making sure I am living the life I want to live.
With many generations to inspire, I hope Chris knows his message is relevant and extremely important, even if one is past the mid-point of life expectancy. Designing your future life with career breaks may give you more of the life you want. It’s one change toward remarkable.
On page 7, four principles are set forth – if you are interested in being remarkable:
- You Must Be Open to New Ideas
- You Must Be Disssatisfied with the Status Quo
- You Must Be Willing to Take Personal Responsibility
- You Must Be Willing to Work Hard
Tons of Boomers have lived much of their lives and achieved success because they believe in these principles. It’s best we not forget them. Thanks Chris! For reminders, inspiration and tools to live differently – no matter your generation – read this book.
Chris Guillebeau has charmed a large audience of followers. They want his manifesto, “A Brief Guide to World Domination.” And his second one, “279 Days to Overnight Success.”
His movement has a growing follower-base, which he calls his “Small Army.” He is the founder of the Art of Non-Conformity, a project that teaches people how to change the world by achieving significant personal goals (like world domination) and helping others do the same.
Guillebeau’s personal goal is to visit every country in the world by April 7, 2013. Current status is 149/192.
Bye, Bye Tony Robbins. Hello Chris Guillebeau!
Guillebeau’s book will be one of the give-aways at Meet, Plan, Go, a national conversation about career breaks, sabbaticals and extended travel, happens in 13 cities on Sept. 14th. yourSABBATICAL.com has partnered with REI to present a panel of experts, raise awareness about resources, and create opportunities to meet people who are “stepping out.” Their stories will inspire and you’ll come away with information you won’t get any place else.
Becoming remarkable – start now.
2 Responses (add yours)
Dear Barbara and yourSABBATICAL team,
Thanks so much for your kind words! I’m grateful. Looks like you’re doing remarkable work over here too.
All best,
Chris
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