Chris Guillebeau's blog posts encourage readers to make their own choices about life, work, and travel. via The Art of Non-Conformity.

Consulting firms are expanding into agency services, while publishers face challenges with content studio margins and e-commerce integration. via Digiday.

Agency founder Pete Martin explains his reasons for leaving the agency world, citing a stagnant industry and desire for change in marketing. via The Drum

This comprehensive guide details the value of micro-influencer marketing and provides examples of brands who have found success using it. via HubSpot Blog

Digital nomad Tiffany Sun shares the six essential tools she uses to work remotely while traveling. You can read more about her experience and why she recommends these tools in her article on Fast Company. via Fast Company.

IKEA furniture will soon snap together without tools using a new type of wedge dowel, aiming to simplify assembly and reduce waste. via Dezeen Magazine

SodaStream's head of global digital marketing, Itai Bichler, discusses the company's activist brand strategy and how it leverages long-form videos and pop culture to promote engagement. via Digiday.

This three-step weekend plan is designed to make weeknight cooking easier. via The Kitchn

The marketing industry's obsession with innovation has diluted the meaning of the word, making it more difficult to foster genuine innovation within companies. via The Drum

A photo of a man in drag and a woman in a niqab on the subway, intended by some to be a warning about the "future liberals want," was reclaimed by liberals as a message of tolerance. via WIRED

This ash bucket with a lid and shovel is designed for fireplaces and is praised for its practicality in safely storing and transporting ashes. via Cool Tools