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You just do as many shows as you can to hone what it is you're working on.

"Patton Oswalt Talks TRAGEDY PLUS COMEDY EQUALS TIME, Doing Another Stand-Up Special, Preparing to Shoot Live Performances & Upcoming TV Guest Spots". Interview with Christina Radish, collider.com. January 16, 2014.
You just do as many shows as you can to hone what it is you're working on.