A strong opening. A sharper observation. A story that earns its place. Sometimes a piece needs a thorough rewrite. Sometimes it needs one very good line.
Let’s find the humor that belongs in your message, and recognize what should stay out. You don’t have to become a comedian. You should still sound like yourself.
Examples
Original illustrative samples, not commissioned client work.

“My rejection letters speak so highly of me that I’m considering using them as references.”

“I was asked to keep this brief, engaging and informative. In the spirit of realistic goal-setting, I’m aiming for two.”

Before: “We are undertaking a comprehensive review of our meeting cadence to optimize organizational efficiency.”
After: “We’re reviewing our meetings. The first finding is that we need fewer of them.”
The right line depends on the room. Your assignment begins with your audience, purpose and voice.
Research discussed by Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas makes a compelling case for humor at work.
Source: Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas, Humor, Seriously: Why Humor Is a Secret Weapon in Business and Life (2021).
Services
Introductory rates.

Three alternative openings for one speech, presentation or professional post, tailored to your subject, audience and voice. Includes one revision of your chosen opening.

A rewrite of up to 500 words of stiff professional copy into clear, natural language—with humor where it serves the message. Includes one revision.

A stronger opening, smoother transitions and a closing that lands. Editing of a supplied script of up to 1,500 words, with attention to spoken rhythm, personality and opportunities for humor. Includes one revision.

An introduction, retirement tribute, awards presentation or affectionate professional roast, written for the person and the room. Scope and price agreed after reviewing your brief.
How it works
Share what you’re preparing, who it’s for, what you want it to accomplish and when you need it. Include your existing material if you have it.
I confirm the scope, price, delivery date and payment arrangements before work begins.
Your material is written or edited for the agreed purpose, with the revision included in your selected service.
About
I’m Mike Szimanski, a corporate and consumer communications expert with more than 25 years of independent consulting experience.
My work has crossed healthcare, finance, insurance, education, technology, law, nonprofits and other industries. The common requirement: understand the subject, respect the audience and make the language do its job.
WitFixer brings that experience to business communication with a sense of humor.
I write the line people repeat afterward. Ideally, on purpose.
Contact
A speech? A presentation? A professional post that has begun to sound like a committee?
Tell me about the audience, the occasion and your deadline. We’ll work out what would help.
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Humor works in business because it triggers neurological responses that build trust, lower stress, and make communication memorable.
Shockingly funny business writing. Appropriate for all pages.
Custom writing and editing for speeches, presentations, professional posts and special occasions. Intelligent humor, tailored to your voice, your audience and what you need to say.
Your sense of humor. Your dignity intact.