What does it actually take to build a career in stand-up comedy?

‪@KumarVarunOfficial‬ talks about leaving the corporate world, planning your finances before making the jump, finding your audience, getting paid for your work, and understanding the difference between performing live and creating content for social media.

From open mics to paid shows, reels to live audiences, Kumar shares what he has learned about building a sustainable career in comedy — and why talent alone isn't enough.

In this episode of No Pressure by anArtizen, we talk about:

• How to transition from a corporate career into comedy
• When you should actually quit your job
• Why financial planning matters for artists
• Finding your audience and getting validation from strangers
• Live stand-up vs social media content
• How comedians can build sustainable careers
• The realities of getting paid for creative work