One-to-One Comedy Editing Session
For Your Presentation
A 60 minute, one-to-one Zoom session for collaborative, line-by-line speech editing and delivery coaching with Beth Sherman, a comedian and Emmy-winning TV comedy writer.
Before our session:
I’ll thoroughly review any written material or video you send me so we can hit the ground running.
During our session:
A 60-minute live Zoom consultation for your speech.
I'll answer questions, provide feedback, suggest fixes, pitch ways to dial up the humor.
Whatever you need, I'm yours for the hour.A recording of our call
After our session:
Email feedback from me on the new draft you create using the information from our session
Why it works
In American TV writing, there’s something called a “writers room,” where one person writes the draft, and then a group of comedy writers meet to punch it up, which means making it funnier and more engaging by brainstorming new ideas, going deeper into the truth of the situation, and seeing what gets the best reaction in the room.
I worked in TV writers’ rooms for 27 years. Comedy is a team sport. This method works!
Think of it as a group editing session with a lot of laughs.
During your session, you and I will be a 2-person writers room for your project.
What clients say…
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I've just spent a fabulous hour with Beth working on one of my speeches to add a bit more humour. I knew it would be enjoyable as spending time with Beth always is, but I didn't expect it to be quite so effortless. In the words of Miranda Hart it was "such fun". I've come away excited to work on adding and tweaking my content, in fact I can't wait to try out some of the pieces we have inserted.
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Wow. One hour with Beth and suddenly I’m so funny! Seriously (can I say that writing about a comedy writer) Beth has a superpower that we would all kill for. She tunes in, immediately, to who you are and what your message is… and BOOM the funny stuff just rolls out. Can’t recommend Beth highly enough. She is utterly brilliant.
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I have worked with Beth for professional and personal engagements, and I cannot say enough good things about my experiences working with her. Her Punch Up sessions are excellent. They have helped me tremendously in taking an initial idea/draft of a speech or presentation and turning it into something I confidently feel good and excited about delivering to an audience. What's even more enjoyable is how much fun it is to be in the "writer's room" with Beth, and it's incredible what you can accomplish with her in just one hour!
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I've been invited to speak at the America Institute of Architects International Conference — it's hands-down the biggest talk of my career (for context: Obama spoke at the last years conference!). Before working with Beth I was nervous the humour/anecdotes in my speech would fall flat. However 78 second into working Beth — I felt SO relieved. She went through my entire speech (line-by-line) and made it more punchy & the jokes 10000% funnier. Beth is wicked smart & is undeniably good at what she does.
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For a big speech I had coming up, Beth helped me "punch it up" so that I could better connect with the audience. She not only looked through my script but also watched a 45 min video of me delivering it before giving me some suggestions. Her advice wasn't just limited to making the speech funnier, but included suggestions to make it flow better and how to make the language land with the audience more effectively. As well as helping me craft a much stronger speech that got spectacular praise when I delivered it, Beth gave me confidence in my own ability to add humour to my speeches and engage with the audience.
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Beth makes humour effortless and fun! As a speaker, I want to communicate my story and messages in the most effective and entertaining way possible, while being sensitive to my subject and authentic to my tone of voice. Beth has helped me do that - she's shown me how to sprinkle some comedy fairy dust over my talks to elevate my messages and story, and given me the confidence to use it. She's a joy to work with - the whole process is effortless, comfortable and collaborative. Beth gently nudges you in the right direction and helps you see where your truth really is funny. I would 100% recommend working with Beth.
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I had the pleasure of working with Beth over a few sessions to help me fine tune and 'punch-up' a big talk that I was struggling to finish writing, and let me tell you, she was worth every penny, and some! She brings her decades of experience as a comedian and award-winning writer and as such, is able to deliver amazing value, quickly. From adding humour to simply making things sound better, I can't recommend her enough. I hope you get to experience her magic too.
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Beth's got this incredible knack for blending humour into training and speaking. Her session was a game-changer for me. It wasn't just fun; it was eye-opening! I picked up so many tips on how to better connect with my audience and make my own speaking more engaging and memorable. If you're looking to spice up your speaking skills with a dash of humour, Beth's your go-to. Her advice is spot-on and super practical. Thanks, Beth, for showing us how to have more fun and make a lasting impact! You're a superstar! 🚀
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Beth is brilliant! She worked with me (very last minute) to weave humour into a very short talk. I like to joke that I’m funny but with Beth’s patience, wit, flexibility and collaborative approach turns out I don’t have to ‘joke’! She listened and riffed and made it all seriously fun so I felt authentically me.
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Have you been asked to give a speech? Do you want it to resonate with the audience? Of course you do. So ask Beth to “punch up” your remarks. I was recently asked to give a speech in front of a large audience. Beth’s advice helped improve how I delivered the message and, for sure, enhanced how it resonated with the audience. The process with Beth also helped me go into the event with a nice boost of confidence about what I had to say. On top of that she is fun, witty and a pleasure to work with, a total pro. Give it a go, it is well worth it.
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Not only is she extremely friendly — and importantly, supportive — but Beth really knows her stuff. Spend any time with her, and it’s obvious she’s had years of professional comedy writing experience that she can bring to bear; not in a theoretical way, but in a practical, human way.
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If you want to add humour into your presentation then look no further. Beth is your person! I never really thought I was funny and wanted to add some humour into one of my keynote talks. What Beth did was show me the laughs I was already getting and also some tweaks and changes to make some of my key points land harder with some added humour. Beth is brilliant - if she can convince me I am funny she can help anyone!
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Beth is an awesome writer and gently adds just the perfect amount of comedy (genuinely funny) to balance out a mundane speech and get terrific crowd reactions. Her help in practicing/refining the presentation was invaluable! I will use her again and highly recommend her services!
Things I can help with:
Discover authentic comedic opportunities in your talk or topic
Refresh and repair material that isn’t working consistently
Tailor jokes or a talk to a specific audience
Find humor to balance a sad or dark subject
Humor delivery coaching
Whatever you need, I'm yours for the hour!
How much does it cost?
We’ll get a lot done during our session, you’ll need time to test-drive your new material and comedy awareness, and I hate record-keeping, so I find it’s better to book sessions one at a time as needed.
A one hour session is £400.00.
If you have a lot of speaking events coming up and want several sessions in a short period of time (1-2 months,) I offer a three session package for £1000. Please contact me directly to book a package.
Want to get to know me a bit more before booking?
Book a free 30 minute chat HERE.
My comedy qualifications
I’ve spent the past 27 years working as a TV comedy writer on shows including Letterman, The Tonight Show With Jay Leno, Ellen, and the Oscars, winning a bunch of awards along the way.
For fifteen of those years I was also a working comedian, performing at clubs, colleges and military bases across the US.
View my complete bio and list of professional credits here.
“Humor? But I want people to take me seriously.”
They will.
The goal isn’t turning you into a stand-up comedian. Real humor doesn’t mean corny jokes. It means well-observed truth, gentle vulnerability, and simple self-awareness used in a way that creates genuine connection — and just happens to get laughs and smiles.
Humor is seasoning. Think of it as salt. Not every dish needs a lot, but every dish need some. Popcorn needs a lot of salt. Chocolate only needs a few grains. If you have ever made a friend or loved one laugh or smile, you have everything we need.
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Four (4) reasons you should be using humor in your presentations
Speakers who use humor are more effective, more memorable, and booked more often.
Laughter INSTANTLY creates an emotional connection, building trust and inspiring action.
Humor releases tension and adds balance to talks that involve difficult or emotional subjects.
YOU will enjoy delivering your talks more. There’s nothing better than the sound of laughter. Plus, it’s instant feedback. If your audience is laughing and smiling, you don’t have to wonder whether or not they’re engaged. You know in the moment that they’re right there with you.
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