Today’s  Jet Setter Show features the ultimate in the world of travel, Chris Guillebeau, who has visited every one of the world’s 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. 

Key Takeaways

01.20 – Chris Guillebeau is one of the rare few who can say they’ve visited every country in the world, but it’s not just about bragging rights.

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

09.04 – Once you’ve figured out what you want to get from life, you can work your projects around that.

11.00 – There are certain questions you need to ask yourself to be sure you’re really getting everything you can out of life.

14.58 – Try not to regret late starts – it’s almost never the first movers who end up most successful. 

17.39 – Chris Guillebeau’s book, The Happiness Pursuit, deals with the undertaking of various challenges, how real people have dealt with them and the effects they’ve had on them.

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

21.23 – For more information and to read Chris’s blog, head to www.ChrisGuillebeau.com

Mentioned in this episode

The $100 Start Up by Chris Guillebeau

The Happiness Pursuit by Chris Guillebeau

www.TheMilesGuy.com

The Lean Start Up by Eric Ries