Author · Operator · Investor

You don't need
permission to live
your dream life

Most things in life are more achievable than you might think. I'm on a mission to help you rewrite the default scripts that drive your life, so you can live a wealthier, healthier, and wiser life.

Jay Yang
Jay Yangwriter of The Spark

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01The newsletter

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02What I back

My portfolio.

Early checks and hands-on advice for founders building in creator-led media and consumer software.

02What I've written

My books.

You Can Just Do Things by Jay Yang
#1 Amazon bestseller

You Can Just Do Things

The power of permissionless action. Foreword by Noah Kagan.

It pulls from my own story, and from people like Tony Fadell, Steven Spielberg, and Taylor Swift, who never waited for someone to open the door.

03What I do

My services.

I'm a full-stack copywriter that's worked with the biggest business personal brands in the space.

04When I'm not working

Off the clock.

Jay running the Las Vegas marathon
Ran the 2025 Vegas Marathon. Training for the next one.
Jay with a coffee in New York City
I like going for walks and exploring new cities.
Jay against a brick wall
Text me your favorite restaurant, let's grab a bite!

You'll usually find me…

  • 01Playing pickup basketball at the local gym.
  • 02Picking up and putting down heavy things (roughly 10–12 times).
  • 03Getting my new book, Work With The Best, into readers' hands.
  • 04Wearing my swag merch 😎
  • 05Hanging with family and friends.
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