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Ep. 246 Get More Laughs With Chris McGuire
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Humor is necessary to make a presentation interesting and entertaining. Uncovering humor can be a challenge, and to learn more about how to get more laughs, Mark and Darren sit down with Hollywood comedy writer and humor expert Chris McGuire. Chris shares tips and techniques for uncovering humor and being unforgettably funny.
SNIPPETS:
• Use levity at the beginning of your presentation
• Connection with the audience is critical; always connect first
• Find out what the event attendees have in common
• Use People, Places, Things, Events, Sayings, and the Weather
• Be sensitive and avoid potentially offensive material
• Only poke gentle fun at things that folks can change, like haircuts & clothing
• Learn about your client’s industry
• Get interesting, unusual or significant details about the event location
• Get information from the client and venue’s websites
• Review event itinerary/schedule
• Connect the location to well-known celebrities if possible
• Look for awards humor
103 episodes
Manage episode 417319935 series 3411797
Humor is necessary to make a presentation interesting and entertaining. Uncovering humor can be a challenge, and to learn more about how to get more laughs, Mark and Darren sit down with Hollywood comedy writer and humor expert Chris McGuire. Chris shares tips and techniques for uncovering humor and being unforgettably funny.
SNIPPETS:
• Use levity at the beginning of your presentation
• Connection with the audience is critical; always connect first
• Find out what the event attendees have in common
• Use People, Places, Things, Events, Sayings, and the Weather
• Be sensitive and avoid potentially offensive material
• Only poke gentle fun at things that folks can change, like haircuts & clothing
• Learn about your client’s industry
• Get interesting, unusual or significant details about the event location
• Get information from the client and venue’s websites
• Review event itinerary/schedule
• Connect the location to well-known celebrities if possible
• Look for awards humor
103 episodes
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