Comic Quote by Jay Mohr
“Most importantly, how impressive can I be to people that bought tickets, where they never feel, "It was pretty good." If anyone thinks my show was "pretty good," then I've completely failed. I think every comic should think that.”
About This Quote
Source Stand-up Comedy: Live Performance, 2000s
A performer should aim for excellence that leaves audiences fully satisfied, not merely "good."
In simple terms: Strive for outstanding, not just adequate.
Key Takeaway
Never settle for "good enough."
Themes
performance
audience expectations
excellence
Mood
determined
critical
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- stand-up routine
- tour planning
- creative development
- feedback sessions
Key Concepts
comedy
artistic integrity
audience perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you measure true audience impact?
- What standards define "excellent" for you?
A Different Perspective
Audience satisfaction is subjective; perfection may be unattainable.
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