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Stop Thinking Like an Employee

One of my comedian friends was recently brutally upset by the fact that he had to pay an admission fee to a comedy competition to be considered for it. He

by Jerry Corley

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The Key To Comedy

One of the most common questions I get as a stand up comedian, writer and now coach is: What is the key to comedy? And although there are too many

by Jerry Corley

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How A Comedian Can Beat The “Bringer” Show…

One of the biggest complaints I receive from comics and students trying to get mic time is that "everything seems to be a bringer show." Several of my students "burned out"

by Jerry Corley

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How To Be A Funny Girl

Here's another entry into my blog on How to be a funny girl. Why would I bother writing about something like this? Because this business is hungry for

by Jerry Corley

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How To Be A Famous Comedian | Get an Audition

by Jerry Corley

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How To Write Comedy | New Jokes about Holly Madison’s Boob Insurance

Just for kicks I wanted to write some quick jokes about a random story that showed up in the news. This is what I came up with. Please feel free

by Jerry Corley

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What is funny? Explore the science behind laughter, the role of surprise in humor, and proven comedy-writing techniques to craft jokes that land. Comedian Jerry Corley shares insights, formulas, and real-world examples to make your audience laugh every time.

by Jerry Corley

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How I Made 50 Bucks While Sitting On The Crapper

By Jerry Corley | Founder â€“ The Stand Up Comedy Clinic Strange title for a blog you say? Well, wait for my follow-up, "How I flushed 50-Bucks

by Jerry Corley

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Shut Up and Write!

By Jerry Corley | Founder â€“ The Stand Up Comedy Clinic Comedy Tip of The Day: Write, write and write some more. I've been a stand

by Jerry Corley

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Biggest Mistakes Comedians Make When Writing Comedy

By Jerry Corley | Founder â€“ The Stand Up Comedy Clinic Comedy writing is rewarding. There is no better feeling than writing a joke and getting an appreciative laugh. Okay,

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