standupstyle

Standupstyle is a term used to describe a speaking or presentation approach that centers on standing while delivering content. It is most often applied in two distinct contexts: stand‑up comedy and agile project management stand‑ups. In both senses, the core idea is direct, present‑focused communication delivered with a clear rhythm, but the aims and conventions differ markedly.

In stand‑up comedy, standup style refers to the performer's solo monologue delivered to an audience. It emphasizes personal voice, observational or autobiographical material, and crafted timing. Key techniques include concise setups and punchlines, pacing, callbacks, crowd work, and adaptation to audience feedback. The style has roots in vaudeville and club-based performance and evolved through the 20th century into a durable live‑entertainment format.

In agile or software development, stand‑up style refers to the daily stand‑up or daily scrum. It is a short, time‑boxed meeting intended to synchronize the team and surface blockers. The typical format centers on three questions: what was done yesterday, what will be done today, and what blockers remain. The emphasis is on brevity, transparency, and cross‑functional coordination, with some teams rotating a facilitator or using lightweight tooling. Variants include Scrum daily scrums and Kanban stand‑ups, which adapt cadence to workflow.

The term therefore covers performance and meeting practices that share a standing delivery posture but differ in purpose, audience, and norms. See also: stand‑up meeting, stand‑up comedy, Agile.