Reuters Declares Comedy Viable 2nd Career Option

Reuters bravely stares the ol' "Don't quit your day job" adage in the face with today's article: U.S. workers seek career change in comedy. Apparently, jobs in stand-up and improv are hot, hot, hot! Check it:

"Aspiring comics are enjoying strong demand. The number of U.S. comedy clubs has boomed, with about 75 opening nationally in the last three years. As well as more than 200 comedy spots, cruise lines, ski resorts, bars, colleges and corporations seek comedians for comedy nights and parties.

Would-be comics can earn $20,000 to $500,000 a year, even without being a household names, experts say. Mega-stars can earn as much as six figures in one night."

We'll leave the section subtitled "Companies are incorporating comedy into training" to you.

Is this article a harbinger of an 80's style resurgence? Will we see an influx of former dentists flooding open mic nights in their pink ties, suit jackets and white sneakers? And what's the deal with airline food?

Just think what untold riches await. Why, it's even better than working from home.