It takes guts to be a comedian and it takes smarts to make a living off it. In this insider's guide, former Onion editor Joe Randazzo delivers a funny and insightful blueprint for those looking to turn their sense of humour into a vocation. Explaining how it works and how to break in, Joe provides tips and guidance, outlines successful career paths and solicits advice and stories from the likes of Judd Apatow, Jack Handey, Joan Rivers, Tim & Eric and more. From writing for TV to doing standup or developing a successful YouTube channel, Funny on Purpose gives readers the knowledge and inspiration to launch a career in comedy with confidence.