Being a or a class clown or workplace cutup is one thing. Getting laughs on stage is another.

For those who have thought about trying out for an open mic night or competing in an amateur comedy show, there are a few tips to consider.

Joe Strupek, longtime emcee of the Heartland Community College FunnyRaiser event, discusses what it takes to successfully take the stage as an amateur standup.

View the transcript here.