This week, I am thrilled to have Sarah Fitzgerald as my guest! Sarah is a talented comedian in the DC area. In this episode, we dived into a variety of topics - exploring her journey into the world of comedy, her creative process for generating new material, and some of the most cherished moments in her career so far. 

During the episode, we also chatted about…

• What motivated Sarah to venture into the comedy world and pursue stand-up

• Her preferred style of comedy

• Her proudest achievements, such as the incredible experience of opening for Whitney Cummings.

• How she manages to balance her passion for comedy with her full-time job

• Her process for generating diverse material and shares insights into how she prepares for her shows

• How she developed her confidence and overcame what people thought

• How she educated herself within the comedy space

• The various paths one can take in the comedy industry, shedding light on the different routes aspiring comedians can explore.

• How she books various gigs & her favorite show she has done 

• Effective networking strategies within the industry, offering valuable advice on building connections and navigating the comedy scene.

• Her tactics for growing a following and building her brand as a comedian

• Her dreams and goals for her comedy career, discussing the aspirations and milestones she hopes to achieve in the future

• Her pre-show routine, revealing how she prepares for her performances, including the ritual drink she enjoys before every show

• Advice to individuals aspiring to enter the comedy space

• Things she would tell her younger self 

• Her favorite comedy podcasts 

And of course, don’t forget to follow Sarah @notsarahfitz on Instagram :)