Episode 50: How to Master a Corporate Comedy Gig (Part 1 of 2: The Business Side)

In this episode of Put Your Funny Where Your Mouth Is, Vince Carone and Dobie Maxwell open up the playbook on how to land a corporate comedy gig. From the first inquiry to the signed contract, Vince breaks down the business side of comedy: covering proposals, deposits, pricing, and the fine print most comics never consider until it’s too late.Dobie brings his veteran perspective to the table, steering the conversation toward the bigger lessons in professionalism and negotiation, while Vince shares the trial-by-fire experiences that taught him how to protect himself and his work.Key Points Discussed:Why corporate gigs pay more—and demand moreHow to vet an inquiry before saying yesStructuring proposals and pricing optionsWhy contracts, deposits, and cancellation clauses matterThe difference between invoices and contractsHow to control your marketing and promotional materials