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Jun 2024
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Jerry Seinfeld’s Rules for Writing | How...

David Perell
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Jerry Seinfeld taught me more about writing than all my English teachers combined. People forget that comedians aren’t just jokesters — they’re writers. And with 10 Emmy Awards, 3 Golden Globes, and a TV show that’s generated over three billion in revenue, it’s safe to say that Jerry Seinfeld is a dang good one.  In this episode, I share the top ten writing ... Show More
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