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Public speaking vs Stand-up comedy

Public speaking and stand-up comedy have 91% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.

WhatPublic speakingStand-up comedy
Time a week2 hours a week3 hours a week
Who withWith a groupOn your own
You end up withA skill you got better atA skill you got better at
FeelsLivelyLively
To startFreeFree

Choose public speaking if

  • More useful day to day
  • Quicker first wins

Free to start, then about $15 a month.

About public speaking

Choose stand-up comedy if

  • Less about being useful
  • Slower to reward you

Free to start, then about $10 a month.

About stand-up comedy

What you'll need

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Any two of the 396. You get the time each takes, what it costs to start, who you need and what you end up with.