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Jerry Seinfeld’s Rules for Writing | How I Write Podcast

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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 lessons I’ve learned from Jerry Seinfeld over the years. You’ll learn five lessons on getting your work done, and five lessons on making your work great. And buckle up. After 50 years of refining his jokes on stage, Jerry deals out spiky writing advice like cards in a casino. If you’re ready to become a writer who stands out from the masses, then you’re in the right place. Happy listening. WRITING EXAMPLES:  Sign Up for "Writing Examples" and Learn From The Best Writing of All Time: https://www.writingexamples.com/ JERRY SEINFELD LINKS:  Website: https://jerryseinfeld.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jerryseinfeld Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerryseinfeld Article: https://www.newyorker.com/culture/the-new-yorker-interview/the-scholar-of-comedy PODCAST LINKS:  Website: https://writeofpassage.com/how-i-write YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DavidPerellChannel/videos Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-i-write/id1700171470 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DjMSboniFAeGA8v9NpoPv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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