The art of non-conformity: set your own rules, live the life you want, and change the world

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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.  Read more... Abstract: 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 Content: The remarkable life -- Sleepwalkers and the living world -- Setting the terms of your unconventional life -- Smashing through the brick wall of fear -- How to fight authority and win -- Reclaiming work -- Competence is your security -- Graduate school vs. the blogosphere -- The power of your own small army -- The personal finance journey -- The power of convergence -- Radical exclusion and the quest for abundance -- Contrarian adventures -- Your legacy starts now -- Conclusion: dangerous ideas -- Postscript: the most important thing.