If you love watching stand-up comedy, you may have thought, at one time or another, about becoming a stand-up comedian yourself. This is a lot of work, and it is not for everyone. Many people try and fail to make a career out of comedy, but a few do make it big — and there's no reason you can't be one of them! But first, you need to get started. Here are some tips for taking that first big step as a stand-up comedian.