Friends and readers, here is my second manifesto, 279 Days to Overnight Success.
It tells the story of this web site, but more importantly, it offers 11,000 words of free advice on how to create your own success with your own project. I offer this information freely, but please use it wisely.
(Free PDF – be sure to update to the most recent version of Adobe Reader)
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Who It’s For
Bloggers, writers, online artists, and anyone otherwise interested in creating a new career or expanding their influence using social media. If you want your online presence to grow far beyond what it is now, read and apply.
What You’ll Learn
- How I Became a Full-Time Writer in 279 Days
- The Complete Revenue Estimate for my Personal Site in 2009
- The World Domination Strategy for Establishing Your Brand
- Avoiding the Vampires who Want You to Fail
- Why Adsense (and most other Web Advertising) Sucks
- How to Stay Off the Digg Home Page and Still Get All the Traffic You Need
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Is It Helpful? Two Simple Requests
1) Let me know. Share your feedback in the comments section or write me directly.
2) Help spread the word. Pass this along to the entire universe. OK, maybe not the whole universe, but you know… all of your friends would be good. Feel free to start with the friendly blue button at the bottom.
Thanks! I can’t wait to hear about your own overnight success.
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September 24, 2010
Susan Culotti
I am 54 years old and have spent my entire life being what I call a “fringe-dweller”. It’s amazing to me that, in the past few weeks, I’ve finally found “my people”. For the past few years the blog that I initially began as an online journal to tap out my ponderings gradually morphed into something else entirely. The past few weeks I’ve been serious about getting back to authentic. I don’t believe in coincidence, but absolutely trust serendipity, synchronicity and the Law of Attraction! Because of my change of focus, I’ve been led to blogs like Danielle LaPorte, Carmen Torbus, Susannah Conway and yourself. Thank you for being on the short list of things I’m attracting, and for such a worthwhile manifesto. Although I’m still not definite on exactly what I want my blog to be, at least I now have practical information on how to go about moving forward. Plus, I’ve subscribed to your newsletter and your new book arrives Thursday! Thanks again!
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October 12, 2010
Dirty Roger
Just read your manifesto, great points made throughout. I skipped the money bit as i’m just starting and although I would like to make money from my blog(s) i really just want to make sure i write quality content.
Good luck on your travels dude, if your ever is Bristol, UK gimmie a shout!
October 13, 2010
Cristopher Thomas
I spent a little over an hour reading World Domination and read 279 Days over the course of 4 days. I think that was just about the right ratio. You’ve given me a lot to think about, and a lot more to act on. There is a good deal of perspective here that I needed to convince me that the things I’ve been wanting for my life are really possible.
Thanks for your work here.
October 14, 2010
Jerri
One of the easiest, yet most inspiring “light-a-fire-under-your-ass” things I’ve read in a while. Better than some of the recent best sellers out there that don’t exactly give you specifics that you can immediately implement in a plan of action.
October 29, 2010
Beth Petersen
great article…I’ve been exploring the idea of starting a blog but all the technical stuff seems overwhelming…I need to get over that and just start writing. Thanks for all the great tips.
November 10, 2010
Sav Coach
This is exactly the right info and inspiration I needed! Thanks for the effort, energy and love!
November 12, 2010
laurie koziel
Hey , This is some great info about how to blog and the whole concept. I am going to put it into practice. You have given me the impetus to keep trying. I’ve had a lot of difficulties getting started as someone hacked my accounts and Google deleted some blogs. Will keep on trying!
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November 17, 2010
Terry Krysak
This without question is the finest expression of thoughts I have ever read on Art, Blogging, Marketing, and Lifestyle.
I just could not stop reading it until the very last word.
The content is truly remarkable!!!!
Thanks so much for sharing this, I can’t wait to write a blog post about this and share it as well.
Cheers
Terry
December 4, 2010
Isvari Verre
Judi Knight recommended this link to me at newtricks.
I cant wait to get going on changing the world one yogi at a time.
Thanks for helping.
Isvari
December 9, 2010
Michelle Traub
Thank you so much for your generous contributions! I have skimmed many e-books, but yours really drew me in. I read every word! And, I totally agree with your philosophies and approach. I have been afraid to put myself out there because of the “vampires”, but your words give me so much confidence. Keep up the good work. You are really inspiring.
December 13, 2010
Kipp
I am in the 10th month of my blog and this article could not have come at a better time. I too like to take the road less traveled. Your article has helped solidify my initial goals and has motivated me to take the next steps. Thanks for the information. Bon voyage!
December 18, 2010
Chuck Rylant
This is an excellent report and you give it away free! Amazing. I bought your book and loved it so hopefully I’ve repaid you in some small way for sharing this. You inspired me to also give away my own free manifesto on my site, so thank you for the inspiration.
January 5, 2011
Jon Cavanaugh
Thank you for spelling out how you started so clearly. This inspired me to believe in an idea that has been on and off the shelf for years.
January 13, 2011
Rholyn
Should I call this a coincedence? Today is my 279th day here in Korea as a government scholar. I have been thinking of sharing my ideas, my passion, my experiences, my mistakes and more mistakes… but I don’t have the right momentum yet. I have googled ~ 279, and boooom! I read your Manifesto ^_^ I will try doing your advice. Thank you for the inspiration! … greatly appreaciated
January 13, 2011
Jordan Bowman
Thanks for this, Chris. It’s one of the few ebooks I’ve read on this subject that I liked literally all the way through! I appreciate your willingness to share it, it’s given me some great ideas for my own work.
January 16, 2011
Marcia Kelley
I am so excited to find out that many people are not caving into the “corporate trap” for their career life. I have jumped back and forth across the unconventional fence. I’ve always felt more comfortable on this side, but other influences sometimes won out and made me look at the other side of the fence.
I’ve drawn the line in the sand, and I’ve crossed over that age 55 threshold, and I want to live on the nonconventional side for the rest of my life.
I know you probably don’t have a lot of people my age in your followers but you will probably find more as the Baby Boomers age and look for ways to fulfill the voids in their life…especially with your knowledge of travel.
Great book, great website and great advice. Keep up the great work.
January 18, 2011
Sage Russell
Chris!
I finally got around to reading 279 Days. Fantastic and exactly what I needed right this very minute. As a writer, I use to scoff at Ebooks in their brevity, but your concise deliveries are so welcome.
What did we do with all of those extra words back in the good old days?
Sage
March 6, 2011
Leah
Where have you and the site begin for the last 2 years of sleepless nights and one-woman conversations about self-doubt and purpose finding. I suppose I stumbled upon your writings just in time and like Dave I have 3 pages of tips and notes ready for further brainstorming and implementation. If someone hasn’t told you this today, thanks for sharing I appreciate your work and you sparked a change in me.
March 21, 2011
Sam
Thank you. It is refreshing to get something jam packed with valuable content without the sales pitch at the end.
March 29, 2011
Ken
Both my wife and I are getting our own projects going, her’s is on cooking, mine is starting as an exploration in getting past procrastination. Your 279 days document has a variety of useful gems and I’ll be coming back to it more than once as I build my own manifesto. Thank you!
April 7, 2011
Missy
This is a great help. Useful, not condescending, peer to peer communication. It’s also an area I feel weak on – marketing, figuring out how to build the brand. Content seems to come easy, putting it out there is what’s been harder for me. So thank you for helping me with that.
May 10, 2011
Shannon Clattenburg
I just finished reading the AONC book and wanted to write you to say thank you! I recently made the switch from being a monkey to a freedom loving self-employed individual. Although I spent just over a year working towards the switch, so many unexpected ideas, feelings and experiences seemed to pop up just after I made the switch.
Your book hit on a lot of ideas that I’ve adapted to over the past few years, although I was beginning to feel like I was the only one. I thank you for introducing me to your army and you unconventional thinking.
I’ve signed up for your newsletter and am looking forward to receiving little bits of emailed happiness straight to my inbox. Thank you for sharing so transparently the steps to your success and making it possible for people to take what they can from you and use it in their own lives!
May 13, 2011
Lara
Read your entire doc in one sitting (in the wee hours of the morning, no less!). I feel thoroughly inspired. Thank you for doing what you do!
May 30, 2011
Timothy Elliott
I finished the AONC book a few days ago and was surprised to see that I was doing some of the things similar to what you’ve done Chris. I also just finished 279 and great ideas there too. You’ve also given me some other things to think about which I’m sure will stretch me out rather than stress me out. I have some weird sort of coincidental things going on between life, work and things I’m reading and they’re weird in a good way. The past month I’ve been living out of my comfort zone most of the time and it’s actually not as scary as I thought it might be.
Keep up the good work and slanted perspective.
T
August 14, 2011
Oriana
Read the whole thing in one go (while taking notes on the side!). It is not only well written, but full of really helpful and practical tips. I found it inpirational and yet very down-to-earth. Great job Chris, thank you for sharing it. Don’t know whether my success is 279 days away, but I know I will follow some of your tips trying to get there!
All the best,
Ori
September 1, 2011
Julianne
Thanks for sharing this with the rest of us. I’ve read it once and am starting it again. I will be implementing your strategies into my writing life.
September 28, 2011
Cat
This was exactly-just exactly-what I was looking for. Thank you! And wow, I am so glad I found this and your site.
October 14, 2011
Susan Colket
Chris, 279 days is informing, entertaining (the vampire comments) AND inspiring! Thanks for content that is so accessible. Best, Susan
October 17, 2011
Chad
Chris – your AONC book has been on my “to read” stack for about a year now, and I am just getting to it. I wish I had read it right away and then checked out your blog to find this pdf since I would be well past the 279 day mark already! Anyway – thanks! Keep it up, and I look forward to reading more of your material.
October 25, 2011
Nick
I just read your Art of NC book. It resonates with me. I’ve been toying with getting more serious about writing, so moving on to your 279 Days was a logical next move. It has given me some great food for thought and further areas/aspects/examples of writing to investigate. Thanks for writing this!
October 28, 2011
Lisa Ford
thank you for writing this book. “279 days” just changed my life.
November 4, 2011
Dan
Just finished reading this, and I’m feeling very inspired about my new project! Thanks Chris!
November 27, 2011
Naufal
This was exactly-just exactly-what I was looking for.Thank you for doing what you do!
November 27, 2011
Affresh
I was just thinking today about how much I loved 279 Days to Overnight Success and how much it inspired me and wishing I had a nicely bound hard copy and thinking about printing one out for myself. Great job Chris.
November 27, 2011
Uwok
Really enjoyed the read and hope I can put it all into practice real soon. Thanks man, this was a really awesome read!
December 8, 2011
Felipe Zoio
When is the celebration? december 30th? Can I be the artist playing at your party? I bet some great people would be there, would be awesome to meet you and your friends, and would be more awesome to perform at your party!!!! Thank you for these great words, true inspiring =)
have a great day!
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December 20, 2011
Finlay Cowan
This is brilliant – it really helped focus my thinking and schedule. I worked through it cutting and pasting key sentences into a ‘do list’ which I have followed rigidly. I’m still two months off launching but it’s coming together nicely. Reading this book really gave me a lot of confidence regarding what to do with the social media side of my ‘escape plan’.
Thanks !
December 30, 2011
Beverley Glick
Hi Chris, I discovered your site today via Flipboard and Maria Popova’s Brain Pickings. Thank you for being so generous with your insight and experience – it has inspired me on a grey London day when I was feeling overwhelmed by the prospect of launching my new coaching practice and developing a meaningful online presence having been in print journalism for 30 years. Good luck with everything you do in 2012 – you are the real deal.
January 26, 2012
Anne Aleckson
Wow, I love the ‘non-conformist’ information packed into this e-book. So thrilled to have found your site and will commence plowing through it now. You probably won’t ever know how much one reading of only this e-book has already excited me and given me what I believe will be a site-changing idea. Having just moved my list to my new website which offers free guidance and energy healing I’m now going to take your advice and do something that I wanted to do but was always told would be too difficult…I’m sending every subscriber a personal note. Thank you Chris.
Anne x
January 31, 2012
Rob
I loved the article, Chris. Just what I needed to hear. I really appreciate you putting this up for free; I’m sharing it with friends who might be interested. Keep up the great work!
February 9, 2012
Dolly
Thank you. I just read this guide, and I feel inspired. I have shared it with my fellow Trailblazers – Jonathan Mead’s programme which we are currently working with.
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April 23, 2012
Marie-Claude
I just finished reading your guide and I just love the way you see success. Success to me is freedom.
Great tips and views. Thank you for sharing such valuable information.
May 7, 2012
Ryan
Most people, me included, would have paid for this content! I am pretty good at weeding out the garbage from the valuable stuff on the Internet, and your guide is packed with value! Thanks Chris!
May 12, 2012
Giselle Gras
Hi Chris, I truly enjoyed and got inspired with your overnight success PDF! I can sense your transparency and your sincerity in making a living by helping others live their passions. I want you to be part of my army of coaches that will help me launch this next level in my life. Right now I am taking a class at the local college called “Introduction to Internet Writing Markets”! You have not only made my class more understandable but made in simple. Thank you so much for your great info. and for genuine heart. God Bless, Giselle from Miami