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The $100 Startup: Reinvent the Way You Make a Living, Do What You Love, and Create a New Future

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Chris Guillebeau
Chris Guillebeau

Chris Guillebeau is a renowned author and traveler, born in 1978. He is known for his unique travel experiences and books on personal financial freedom. Guillebeau's book 'The Art of Nonconformity' documents his journey around the world, while his other book 'How to Get Rich Slowly' provides a series of methods for achieving financial independence. more

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