CCPP with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych: Lesson #4 - Know Yourself

" To thine own self be true "

- William Shakespeare

Yeah we fancy in this bitch !!! Who are you ? What do you wanna say ? What makes you unique ? These aren't just lame interview questions, but questions that can give your act authenticity and confidence while living in your truth.

"Living in your truth "??? lol it's giving basic bitch ain't it ? 😂😂😂

Figure out what makes you special and entertaining. Only you can specialize in your own style. Want to walk like a crab on stage? That's what Casey Rocket decided to do. You have problems? Bring them on stage like Maria Bamford does. It's in our flaws and insecurities that we bring humor to the stages. Your weakness is your strength!

We've already got Kevin Hart and Casey Rocket, but do we have _______________ (fill in your name here)? No, not yet. You may get away with copying someone else's style for a little while - hell, even Richard Pryor copied Bill Cosby's comedy style early on, but reached success after adopting his own style. Eventually, you have to find what works for you on stage. Theo Von answered Ellis' question about how to be successful after a Kill Tony episode and Theo's response was "Make sure they know who you are." Your vibe will attract your tribe (from the great Platitude Pimp).

Looking at Howie Mandel as an example, comparing his 1980s wild act outs to his more toned down act of today. But at his core, he is still a version of himself. Said another way, always be true to yourself. Sometimes you might surprise yourself. Valerie points to Holly Johnston as appearing as timid, but who won multiple Roast Battle competitions with her dominant and well-written roasts. We're not saying you have to evolve, but it's ok to let yourself evolve.