{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Opening for a Superstar: Expectations vs. Reality","description":"Opening for a superstar sounds like every comedian\u2019s dream gig\u2014but is it really? In this episode of Finding the Funny: Leadership Tips from a Comedian, Jan McInnis shares the chaos, comedy, and leadership lessons from opening for Julio Iglesias. From being ignored backstage to having her friend escorted out by security, Jan shows how resilience and humor can turn setbacks into unforgettable stories. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at comedy, leadership, and finding the funny when things don\u2019t go as planned.   Here\u2019s a polished version of your standard Libsyn podcast description. I kept the humor and personality intact, but I restructured it so meeting planners immediately see credibility, industries served, and leadership takeaways. I also worked in high-value keywords (2k\u2013800k range) like funny motivational speaker, change management keynote speaker, humor in business, resilience keynote, leadership tips, and conference speaker. Polished Podcast Description for Libsyn https:\/\/www.TheWorkLady.com Jan McInnis is a top change management keynote speaker, comedian, and funny motivational speaker who helps organizations use humor to handle change, build resilience, and strengthen leadership skills. With her laugh-out-loud stories and practical tips, Jan shows audiences how humor isn\u2019t just entertainment\u2014it\u2019s a business skill that drives communication, connection, and stress relief. A conference keynote speaker, Master of Ceremonies, and comedy writer, Jan has written material for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno as well as radio, TV, and syndicated cartoon strips. She\u2019s the author of two books\u2014Finding the Funny Fast and Convention Comedian\u2014and her insights on humor in business have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and The Huffington Post. For over 25 years, she has been helping leaders and teams discover how to bounce back from setbacks, embrace change, and connect through comedy. Jan has delivered keynote speeches at thousands of events nationwide, from the Federal Reserve Banks to the Mayo Clinic, for industries that include healthcare, finance, government, education, women\u2019s leadership events, technology, and safety & disaster management. Her client list features respected organizations such as: Healthcare: Mayo Clinic, Kaiser Permanente, Abbott Pharmaceuticals, Health Information Management Associations, Assisted Living Associations Finance: Federal Reserve Banks, Merrill Lynch, Transamerica Insurance, BDO Accounting, American Institute of CPAs, credit unions, banking associations Government: U.S. Air Force, Social Security Administration, International Institute of Municipal Clerks, National League of Cities, public utilities, correctional associations Women\u2019s Leadership Events: Toyota Women\u2019s Conference, Go Red for Women, Speaking of Women\u2019s Health, Soroptimists, Women in Insurance & Financial Services Education: State superintendent associations, community college associations, Head Start associations, National Association of Elementary and Middle School Principals Safety & Disaster: International Association of Emergency Managers, Disney Emergency Management, Mid-Atlantic Safety Conference, risk management associations Her background as a Washington, D.C. marketing executive gives her a unique perspective that blends business acumen with stand-up comedy. Jan was also honored with the Greater Washington Society of Association Executives \u201cExcellence in Education\u201d Award. Along with her podcast Finding the Funny: Leadership Tips from a Comedian, Jan also produces Comedian Stories: Tales From the Road in Under 5 Minutes. Whether she\u2019s headlining a major convention, hosting a leadership retreat, or teaching resilience at a safety conference, Jan\u2019s programs give audiences the tools to laugh, learn, and lead. \ud83c\udf10 TheWorkLady.com | \ud83d\udcfa YouTube | \ud83d\udcbc LinkedIn |  Facebook | \ud83d\udcf7 Instagram | \ud83d\udccc Pinterest       ","author_name":"Finding the Funny: Leadership Tips From a Comedian","author_url":"http:\/\/findingthefunny.libsyn.com\/website","html":"