201: One of the most popular tv shows of all-time was nearly cancelled

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On Seinfeld and jerks at work


But viewers in St. Louis loved Seinfeld long enough for the show to find its footing—so don't quit when people don't get it.

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Today's email is brought to you by a podcast about pursuing unconventional career paths that's recorded in at the host's Brooklyn apt with a live audience.

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Science reveals what your mom always said—jerks rarely get ahead in the long run—but you still have to build alliances to succeed at work!

PS - Imagine if we talked about husbands like we did dogs

PPS - Confused by the new format? See last week's post


Jason Shen

The Outlier Coach—helping founders build conviction in what's next · 3x venture-backed startup founder (acq by FB) · Author of 'The Path to Pivot' & 'Weirdly Brilliant' · ADHD · Former NCAA gymnast