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The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

#70 Scott Adams: Avoiding Loserthink

Nov 26, 2019
57:19

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Quick takeaways

  • Combining business skills with art was key to Dilbert's success.
  • Humans rationalize decisions rather than act through perfect rationality.

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Origin of Dilbert and Introduction to Influence and Persuasion

The creator of Dilbert, Scott Adams, discusses how his background in business led him to become a cartoonist. Despite facing career setbacks due to diversity issues, he transitioned into cartooning. He reveals the role of a TV show in kickstarting his cartooning journey. Adams highlights the importance of audience feedback and how it transformed Dilbert into a workplace comic, becoming a huge success.

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