The Art of Non-Conformity: Set Your Own Rules, Live the Life You Want, and Change the World [NOOK Book]

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Overview

If you've ever thought, "There must be more to life than this," The Art of Non-Conformity is for you.

Based on Chris Guillebeau's popular online manifesto "A Brief Guide to World Domination," The Art of Non-Conformity defies common assumptions about life and work while arming you with the tools to live differently. You'll discover how to live on your own terms by exploring creative self-employment, radical goal-setting, contrarian travel, and embracing life as a constant adventure.

Inspired and guided by Chris's own story and those of others who have pursued unconventional lives, you can devise your own plan for world ...

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Overview

If you've ever thought, "There must be more to life than this," The Art of Non-Conformity is for you.

Based on Chris Guillebeau's popular online manifesto "A Brief Guide to World Domination," The Art of Non-Conformity defies common assumptions about life and work while arming you with the tools to live differently. You'll discover how to live on your own terms by exploring creative self-employment, radical goal-setting, contrarian travel, and embracing life as a constant adventure.

Inspired and guided by Chris's own story and those of others who have pursued unconventional lives, you can devise your own plan for world domination-and make the world a better place at the same time.

Editorial Reviews

Publishers Weekly
The underlying message of Guillebeau's book, based on his popular blog, is that "You don't have to live your life the way other people expect you to." Those who are open-minded, ready to challenge the status-quo, hard-working, and personally responsible can lead lives of rare authenticity through radical goal-setting, the author counsels, rewriting motivational standards in edgier prose: "The pathway to world domination, or whatever it is you want to do, begins with clearly understanding what you want to get out of life." Although directed at readers of all ages, his message is likely to appeal most to those without dependents. Although he believes that "competence is your security," many readers may feel a need for more of a safety net than that, such as a retirement plan. The ideas presented here are interesting, the advice grounded in logic and common sense, and, ironically, the outlook based in the same outside-the-box thinking that corporations are coming to adopt. The author challenges the status quo on college degrees, spending and saving, employment, collecting, and other issues, and coaches for success with a likeable, energetic voice. Peppered throughout with stories from his own life, Guillebeau's intriguing guide will motivate readers to listen to their impulses and realize their goals.
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Library Journal
We are living in austere times, but this inspiring book suggests how to survive and even thrive in this environment. Guillebeau, creator of the online manifesto A Brief Guide to World Domination, embraces challenging the status quo and valuing personal freedom and service to others above all. From the perspective of his extensive international experiences, unconventional higher education, and reliance on self-employment, he describes ways to escape the constraints of a typical life and construct a more remarkable one based on one's passions and focus on a worthwhile legacy. Like a modern-day hippie, he espouses countercultural values concerning money, possessions, and formal higher education, though hard work and determination are also emphasized. Trained in sociology, Guillebeau maintains his own website and is a regular contributor to news outlets such as CNN and BusinessWeek. In addition to his personal story, the book contains further sources of information on innovative travel and frugal living. Though his book is thought-provoking and well crafted, the ambitiously simple lifestyle he advocates may not be practical for many. VERDICT A spirited self-help guide to reclaiming work and reinventing life in the 21st century. Recommended for free-thinking readers.—Antoinette M. Brinkman, MLS, Evansville, IN

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781101443088
  • Publisher: Penguin Group (USA)
  • Publication date: 9/7/2010
  • Sold by: Penguin Group
  • Format: eBook
  • Pages: 256
  • Sales rank: 68,956
  • File size: 410 KB

Meet the Author

Chris Guillebeau writes for an army of remarkable people at ChrisGuillebeau.com. He is also a regular contributor to CNN.com, Business Week, Huffington Post, and other outlets.

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  • Posted April 8, 2011

    Interesting in some areas but nothing out of this world.

    The Art of non-conformity, interesting title I thought. I will admit this book helped me see things in a different light, perspective, and challenged me to think a little differently. I will on the other hand also say that it wasn't a huge eye opener for me or left me feeling like I was going to go out and change the world. I suppose it's because I already feel like we should do what we love and what we find valuable despite of what others may think (friends or family). If you are looking for some insightful ways to change your life keep one thing in mind-no book is going to do this for you, it's up to us! When we are ready to stop making excuses we will make changes then. I bought this book because I felt I was more than ready to make some changes in my life (nothing too drastic just stuff I was putting off). I have already started the wheels turning. I'd recommend this book to someone who's thinking about making changes and living life for their own happiness despite of our society's belief system. If you truly want a new perspective and think you tend to err on being more conservative then this book may help. Also, if you are teetering near the edge of making some real life changes, this may just push you over the edge to making your dreams come true. Keep in mind no matter what, it's up to you to make these changes happen. It's not magic, you must do the work. For me it was ok, but I can see how maybe for others this book would be life changing in some way.

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  • Posted January 19, 2011

    A TRUE MUST

    If you ever wanted to make a difference; in your life, be it school, career or other personal areas, and in the world. Anyone will be able to get something out of this book: tbe references abd links alone are worth it.

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