Study other comics. Becoming a stand-up comedian takes time, practice, and research. One of the best ways to figure out how to put a set together is by studying great comics like Chris Rock, Sarah Silverman, Jerry Seinfeld, and Wanda Sykes. Watch their early stand up followed by more recent shows. How have their comedic voices developed over the years? Go to a comedy club for a live show to see how comedians structure their set. How do they open and close? How many bits are in each set? Sit in the back and observe the audience. How often do they laugh? What do they respond to most?
