James Swanwick
James Swanwick
How To Be Funny - David Nihill
How To Be Funny - David Nihill
How To Be Funny - David Nihill
Tuesday 25th April 2023
Discover how to be funnier with tips from stand-up comic David Nihill. Learn about using personal stories and self-deprecating humor.
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Episode Overview
- Humor is a skill that can be learned and practiced, particularly through using personal stories
- Effective storytelling involves getting to the funny part quickly and engaging the audience
- Self-deprecating humor can establish likability and make speakers more relatable
- Using funny GIFs in follow-up emails can grab attention and elicit responses
Humor is a skill and anything that's a skill can be broken down to its finer points and practiced. A really great way to get started on all this and probably the safest way to use humor is to use your own stories. - David Nihill
Ever wished you could make people laugh effortlessly? In this episode of Alcohol-Free Lifestyle, stand-up comic David Nihill shares his secrets to becoming a funnier speaker. David, the author of 'Do You Talk Funny?', believes that humor isn't just for comedians—it's a skill anyone can develop. He breaks down how you can use personal anecdotes to add a humorous touch to your talks, making them more engaging and relatable.
One of his key tips is to get to the punchline quickly, keeping your audience hooked from start to finish. David also delves into the power of self-deprecating humor, which can make you more likable and approachable. Plus, he has a quirky trick up his sleeve for follow-up emails: incorporating funny GIFs to grab attention and elicit responses.
Whether you're looking to spice up your presentations or just want to be the funny one in your friend group, David's practical advice will have you cracking jokes like a pro in no time.