Rule #1: Don't follow your passion. The "passion" of Steve Jobs ; Passion is rare ; Passion is dangerous

Rule #2: Be so good they can't ignore you (or the importance of skill). The clarity of the craftsman ; The power of career capital ; The career capitalists ; Becoming a craftsman ; Summary of rule #2

Rule #3: Turn down a promotion (or the importance of control). The dream-job elixir ; The first control trap ; The second control trap ; Avoiding the control traps ; Summary of rule #3

Rule #4: Think small, act big (or, the importance of mission). The meaningful life of Pardis Sabeti ; Missions require capital ; Missions require little bets ; Missions require marketing ; Summary of rule #4

Conclusion

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Career profile summaries.