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“I cannot say enough good things about Tom’s Eschelman’s Comedy Mentoring. As a seasoned performer, he helped take my writing to a new level and opened up a whole new way to perform jokes. No matter what level of performer you are, Tom's insight and coaching is so beneficial, especially if you are wanting a career in stand-up comedy!”
—Natasha Price: Actress & Comedian, Late Night with Conan O’Brien (NBC)
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comedy essentials: the intensive
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Comedy Essentials: The Intensive is a live, interactive 4-week Zoom course that takes a deep, practical dive into the craft of stand-up comedy.
In this highly praised program, Tom walks you step by step through the 30 proven tools used by the world’s top comedians, showing you exactly how great jokes are built.
This isn’t theory. It’s a blueprint.
Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned comic looking to sharpen your edge, you’ll gain practical tools, repeatable frameworks, and insider insight you can immediately apply to your own material. Using videos and transcripts from legendary performances, he breaks down jokes to reveal the specific techniques that consistently earn big laughs.
It’s also the perfect foundation for Tom’s 1-on-1 coaching or in-person intermediate workshop — and every enrollment is backed by a no-risk, money-back guarantee.
1-on-1 personalized COACHING
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Tom offers personalized writing and mentoring sessions to comedians around the world via Zoom — designed to sharpen your material, increase your laughs per minute, and help you land better gigs.
Drawing from the 30 proven tools taught in Comedy Essentials: The Intensive, he works with you one-on-one to craft material that lands more consistently and hits harder.
Tom knows firsthand how powerful coaching can be. Regular sessions with a mentor were instrumental in his own path to becoming a professional comedian. Great jokes live in the details — and these sessions can refine your comedic instincts while helping you avoid years of trial and error.
Whether you’re polishing existing jokes, brainstorming new bits, tightening your delivery, structuring a set for maximum impact, organizing your joke files, or learning how the industry really works, you’ll receive practical, honest guidance tailored to you.
In-PERSON comedy workshoP
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This is a monthly, in-person workshop in New York City for intermediate comedians who are serious about developing their material in a focused, supportive, and high-level environment.
The program includes three live “workout room” sessions, two hours of personalized 1-on-1 coaching over Zoom, and a live performance showcase at the end.
The live workshops are known for their strong group dynamic, fun atmosphere, and thoughtful feedback from both Tom and the room — creating an environment far more productive than any open mic.
The workshop culminates in a live showcase at the renowned Don’t Tell Mama showroom in Manhattan — on a prime-time weekend night — with professional video available.
Spots are limited to just 11 comedians, and instructor approval is required to ensure a consistent, committed group. As a result, the workshop typically fills with returning and referred comedians.
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“I’ve always been skeptical of coaches, but I heard only the best things about Tom, so I thought I’d give it a go. I’ve been doing stand-up for 8 years, so I thought, ‘Will I learn anything new?!’ And spoiler alert, yes, I did! His approach to helping me understand the structure of the greats, was so helpful, providing some huge light bulb moments!”
— Malorie Bryant: Actress & Comedian, Best of Fest @ Burbank Comedy Festival
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“I've been doing comedy for over 8 years now, and I get laughs when I perform, but I'm always searching to take my game to the next level. Working with Tom, has enabled me to achieve this! What I love about him is that he's a straight shooter, a hard worker and really thoughtful. He gets to know you as a person and comedian. He'll work with you to take your comedy to the next level. He is a master craftsman who studies not just the art of comedy but also the science, and I love that!”
—Blaine Langberg: Comedian, Last Comix Standing
meet the creator of
Tom Eschelman regularly performs at the famous Gotham Comedy Club in New York City, often closing shows that include greats like Jim Gaffigan and Jerry Seinfeld.
A finalist in Kenan Thompson’s Nationwide Comedy Showcase, Tom has performed at top comedy clubs across the country. His acting credits include regional theatre, national commercials, and recurring roles on The Young and the Restless and All My Children.
With an extensive background in corporate training, Tom also excels at breaking down complex ideas into clear, teachable concepts. These skills led him to start coaching aspiring comedians. Through his company, Comedy Mentoring, he now offers proven, high-impact ways to take your comedy to the next level.
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Audiences as a Teacher
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“Tom diligently went through my set and helped me to cut out a lot of unnecessary wording, eliminate weaker material, and punch up my jokes. He also offered valuable writing tips and has a wealth of knowledge. If you’re looking to tighten up and strengthen your set, I highly recommend his services!”
—Jessica Silver: Comedian & 2x Finalist, Laughing Buddha Comedy Festival, NYC
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“Tom's mentoring is no joke. He went through my written material and video recording line by line, offering valuable feedback, legit tools and whip-smart ideas. If you want to improve—he's your guru.”
—Michelle Duda: TV Host, Cash Explosion (ABC)
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“Tom was able to look through my sets and, with the precision of a physician, give me concrete, actionable advice to make my sets and performance better! I highly recommend working with Tom to help you get your stand-up to the next level, work out your set and/or understand the craft better.”
—Sarah Boston: Comedian, Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Clubs
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“After even just one hour with Tom I felt like I learned more than I did during multiple months of comedy shows and classes. He made me think about my material in new ways, offered suggestions and gave great advice. In an industry where it can be hard to get clear and actionable feedback, Tom guides his clients with confidence. Can’t recommend enough!”
—Lauren Perry-Carrera, TikTok
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“Loved all the insight and coaching with Tom. He got me pumped with the challenge to work on my craft to kill. I was feeling stuck and Tom taught me techniques no one else has. He noticed performance habits to adjust to improve my set. And most importantly, he motivated me to stand in my power on stage. Wow! It's like comedy coaching and therapy in one session.”
—Cyndy Cecil: Comedian & Video Producer @ FOX, NBC, Showtime
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“Tom’s explanations on how to hold an audience’s attention and the mechanics of joke construction were revelatory. His insights help you to recognize the techniques and skills that you need to master, to make a good joke funnier. I would highly recommend a session with Tom because it offers an efficient path up a learning curve necessary to succeed at stand-up comedy.”
—Jacqueline Dobbs: Working Comedian, The Stress Factory Comedy Club
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“Tom looks like he's a cool guy but in reality he's a huge nerd...for comedy. He understands how to make people explode with laughter the way that Oppenheimer understood how to make people explode. In his 1 on 1 sessions he personalizes the info for you so that you can be funny even if you're not smart.”
—Steve Cohen: Working Comedian, Comedy Village NYC
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“Tom has a wealth of knowledge and expertise—not just in performance, but also in writing and creating material. You will come out of any session with him better equipped to write and perform, and with a greater comprehension of what it will take to make it in the industry!”
—Michael Willis
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“No matter how funny you are, no matter how good your jokes may be, I promise you this: working with Tom will make you even funnier and your jokes better. And, he has a bunch of really valuable tips for stepping up your stage presence. Bottom line: no matter what level you're at, Tom will take your comedy to the next level. It's time and money well-spent.”
—Barbara Raab
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“Working with Tom has been one of the most transformational investments I’ve ever made—not just in my comedy, but in my voice, timing, and presence on stage. He is a gifted coach who brings both technical precision and heartfelt insight into every session. His ability to capture your voice and elevate your material while honoring your authenticity is truly remarkable. He doesn’t just edit jokes. He sees potential, pulls it out of you, and gives you the tools to deliver with impact. To anyone serious about growing as a comedian, I urge you to work with Tom—he is great person and excellent as a comedy coach!
—Renée Brown: Professional Speaker
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“I had a truly amazing coaching session with Tom. I learned so much essential information—like how to more effectively punch-up jokes, and how to improve my writing process and my presence on stage. Comedy is truly an art form and I learned how to be a better artist. Definitely worth my time!”
—Alec Quinn: Working Comedian, Co-Producer A&A Comedy
