Comedy is often treated as something instinctive — you’re either funny, or you’re not. This episode challenges that idea. In Episode 42 of She Became CEO, I talk with Lynn Harris about comedy as a craft: something you can study, practice, refine, and build over time — much like any other creative or professional skill. Our conversation focuses on what comedy looks like behind the scenes, especially for people who are not trying to become full-time performers, but who want to: write better pitch ideas more clearly understand what makes something land and build creative confidence later in life We talk about comedy as a learnable discipline, the realities of starting (or restarting) in midlife, and why many people underestimate how structured good comedy actually is. This episode is especially relevant for: creators who write, pitch, or present ideas professionals curious about comedy as a communication tool people starting something new later in life anyone who wants to understand how humor works — not just whether something is funny What We Talk About in This Episode Why comedy is harder than it looks Comedy as a skill set, not a personality trait Writing jokes vs. understanding comedic structure Pitching ideas and learning to sharpen your point Why many people interested in comedy don’t actually want to perform The role of classes, communities, and structured learning Starting creative work later in life — without pretending to be younger Finding the right role for yourself inside a creative field Rather than focusing on stage performance, this conversation centers on process, practice, and development — the same things that matter when you’re building anything real. Why Comedy Matters for Creators Comedy teaches skills that transfer directly into creative and professional life: clarity timing perspective precision editing what doesn’t serve the idea In this episode, Lynn explains how people use comedy training to support writing projects, idea development, and pitches — sometimes without ever stepping on a stage. Comedy, in this sense, becomes less about being entertaining and more about learning how to think, write, and communicate with intention. Why I Invited Lynn I invited Lynn because she talks about it as work — thoughtful, demanding, sometimes uncomfortable work — and as something people can approach seriously even if they’re not trying to “be a comedian.” That grounded perspective aligns closely with the way I think about communication, learning, and building skills over time. To learn more about Gold Comedy and connect with Lynn, visit the website https://goldcomedy.com/ If you'd like to sign up for classes using a 10% discount, let them know that you heard about GOLD Comedy from my podcast She Became CEO.