JS 88: Life, Career & Travel - Making It Work with Chris Guillebeau Author of The Happiness of Pursuit

Published: Dec. 19, 2014, 2:42 p.m.

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Today\\u2019s \\xa0Jet Setter Show features the ultimate in the world of travel, Chris Guillebeau, who has visited every one of the world\\u2019s countries. Together, he and Jason Hartman discuss many of the issues facing those looking at finding alternative sources of income, as well as providing general life tips to achieve the most success and satisfaction from what you do. He also describes some of the personal, real-life stories included in his latest book The Happiness of Pursuit.\\xa0

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Key Takeaways

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01.20 \\u2013 Chris Guillebeau is one of the rare few who can say they\\u2019ve visited every country in the world, but it\\u2019s not just about bragging rights.

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03.31 \\u2013 Having just a $100 start-up gives you the chance to branch out, become empowered and find meaningful freedom.

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09.04 \\u2013 Once you\\u2019ve figured out what you want to get from life, you can work your projects around that.

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11.00 \\u2013 There are certain questions you need to ask yourself to be sure you\\u2019re really getting everything you can out of life.

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14.58 \\u2013 Try not to regret late starts \\u2013 it\\u2019s almost never the first movers who end up most successful.\\xa0

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17.39 \\u2013 Chris Guillebeau\\u2019s book, The Happiness Pursuit, deals with the undertaking of various challenges, how real people have dealt with them and the effects they\\u2019ve had on them.

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20.05 \\u2013 People like having some kind of marker that shows how far they\\u2019ve come and how far they\\u2019ve got to go. It can help to make the challenge feel even more real.\\xa0

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21.23 \\u2013 For more information and to read Chris\\u2019s blog, head to www.ChrisGuillebeau.com

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Mentioned in this episode

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The $100 Start Up by Chris Guillebeau

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The Happiness Pursuit by Chris Guillebeau

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www.TheMilesGuy.com

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The Lean Start Up by Eric Ries

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