So, you love cracking jokes, and everyone just loves your sense of humour. Somehow, everything you say wittingly turns out to be a hilarious joke which makes people roll on the floor, laughing until their stomachs hurt. In fact, that's what you love to do! Nothing makes you happier than seeing other people smile or laugh. What could be better when you know that you are the reason for others' smile? We are sure it must have happened with you, "Can I be a comedian?" or "Do I have what it takes to be a comedian?". Well, we are listing five qualities which will help you in achieving your dreams as a laughter champion.

1. Knowing Your Audience:

Fantastic comedians know their audience and prepare their content according to them. Similarly, as entrepreneurs must characterize their objective market and create systems to reach their clients, comedians know precisely who they're aiming to reach. Think about Kapil Sharma whose clean comedy is fit for Indian families and everyone just loves him! Also, Bhuvam Bam, India's most popular YouTube star is quite the opposite of Kapil. Both are polar opposites but are successful because they know their target audience- one is a family guy while other is popular among youth.

2. Making Fun of Yourself

This is an eternal truth! You can't be a successful comedian if you can't make fun of yourself. A good comedian doesn't spare anyone, not even themselves. Bharti is a household name and has made a name for herself by poking fun at herself. She has a remarkable ability to take digs at herself without feeling offended or conscious about it. When you have to be a successful comedian, you have to become one of your audience and laugh at yourself. And of course, laughter is always good for health.

3. Humor Mode Always On

If you have the rare ability to be funny at all times, you are a perfect fit to be a comedian. It's a gift and a curse at the same time, on the grounds that the comedians are always expected to make people laugh even at the expense of their own emotions. For a few, being entertaining easily makes you stand out and liked by people. Making people laugh at all times is a blessing in disguise. You can attract people with your witty punchlines and keep them hooked to you.

4. Timing is Everything

No one knows the power of perfect timing more than comedians. A not well-planned joke can make people run away from you, and something you found funny may not be funny for your audience. To be a good comedian, you have to use your wit and be prepared for any situation where you can fit in your joke. Like we said earlier, Kapil Sharma, Bhuvan Bam and Bharti are a few popular comedians who are famous for being "instant". When they communicate with their fans, they are ready to face any question and often give it a humorous turn with their witty comebacks.

5. Damage Control

Last but not least; damage control is a compulsory trait which you must have if you want to seriously pursue a career as a comedian. Comedians are often known to push the boundaries and press the buttons of people which might cause them to be irritated or offended. If, despite knowing your audience, you end up saying something which offends them, use your quick thinking to do the damage control. It is one of the most important qualities which earns you respect from the audience.

If you have all the qualities we mentioned above, mark our words, you will definitely achieve your dream of becoming a successful comedian. Just follow your passion!