Sunday, 3 April 2016

How To Crack Fresh Jokes

By Kimberly Peterson


As they say, laughter is the best medicine and a joke will win the most stubborn heart. Jokes are only appreciated if they remain fresh and relevant. The most successful comedians and communicators have learnt how to use the funny lines to their advantage. How do they master the art of tickling an audience day in day out?

The funniest stand-up comedians rely on preparation. They gather their punch lines and plan including the manner or order in which they will appear. It is not as easy as it appears on stage. In fact, they rehearse the lines and throw some out if they do not sound as hilarious. They work with talent managers and directors who ensure that they give the best to their audience. An hour of comedy may take several days to prepare.

Appropriateness of humor depends on the circumstances or context. For instance, a comic narrative at a corporate event is totally different from what is delivered to revelers or in a social gathering. Entertaining strangers also requires a different approach compared to when you are dealing with friends or your spouse. Proper judgment of the context will make your presentation appropriate.

Humor is amplified by style and language. A joke will fall flat or be funny depending on how the comedian handles it. What is delivered to adults differs from what is enjoyable to children. The length of your narrative will also depend on the time available. An energizer in between sessions in a workshop requires quick punch lines compared to a show expected to last several hours in an event or evening at a club.

The content of a joke will either make it appropriate or not. A religious gathering or context requires non-offensive language and content. The figures used in the descriptions should also be appropriate. When used to communicate in a seminar or workshop, the joke should pass the intended message. Humor has been used effectively as a learning tool ensuring that your content is memorable.

Facts must be respected when dealing with spontaneous humor. This calls for research to unearth the truth behind certain assertions and perceptions. You should understand your content and aim to appeal to the smartest people in your audience.

It is only funny if it does not offend anyone. Your punch lines should remain sensitive to the audience and environment. However, being too sensitive may make your presentation mundane. The trick is to use a tone that is recognizable and communicates to the audience that you are joking. Your tone will allow you to be very blunt with a subject without sounding offensive.

Humor requires fresh content and understanding of the context. Judge your audience appropriately to produce the best show for the context. Always look for fresh ideas in your surrounding by igniting your creative instincts. Your tone and style of delivery will make your joke a hit or miss.




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