This book is meant for people who want to hone their skills in front of a non-paying audience until they get really good at what they're doing. If you really want to get paid to become a Professional Stand-Up Comedian then HOST THE SHOWS and run them fairly and don't discriminate against a Comedian, Comedienne just because they suck at what they're doing: Encourage them to become better and write better jokes before you start playing games with your troupe of Comedians. Practice, Practice, Practice all the time: that's how you get better!!!