The Professional Magician

#119 - And now for something different! I'm getting back into close-up magic soon. I thought it might be fun to talk about my close-up sets, why I structure them the way I do, why I dropped certain effects, and more. Plus along the way you'll hear several 'mini-reviews'; of the gaffs and routines I use.

Just getting into close-up magic? I reveal a lot of good 'best practices' for strolling gigs too.

Want to know more about the routines I mention in this episode? Check out my books below:

Cause & Effects Vol. 1 HERE

Cause & Effects Vol. 2 HERE

Cause & Effects Vol. 3 HERE

#118 - How do you describe your magic to prospects on the phone? How do you describe your show on your website? After viewing over 200 magicians' websites, I've found the vast majority to be missing out on a great opportunity. Join me as I reveal ways to create 'magic' with your words to better sell your show!

This week's Trick Talk reviews Smoke Cube by João Miranda

By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees:

1.    Grab my FREE business-building tools for professional working magicians.

I’m offering SIX free resources to help you improve your online presence. From SEO strategies that almost NO magicians are using, to a social media strategy that can save you time and heartache, to valuable Google Ads strategies, these resources will help you book more shows at higher fees. Get your free copies HERE.

2.    Get my website video training.

In this 2-hour video training, I’ll reveal exactly what your website needs if you want to succeed as a professional entertainer in the 21st century. Get all the details HERE. 

3.    Get a complete business-building plan handed to you on a silver platter.

Not sure how to move your magic business forward? I’ll analyze your complete magic business (website, market, competition, and more) and give you a complete game plan for getting your performing business to the next level. Find out how HERE.

4.    Work with me privately.

Need help in multiple areas? I can help you with your website, direct mail, email, or other marketing strategies. I also offer consulting services for crafting magic routines or even entire shows. Want to find out more? Shoot me an email at [email protected].

5.    Check out my extensive line of magic routines and marketing products 

I have several professional routines, including Serendipity, marketing courses, books, and other resources to boost your shows and make booking shows easier and more profitable. Check out my line of products HERE. 

#117 - This week's episode features my interview with the legend JEFF MCBRIDE.

(What more do I need to say?)

Check out MYSTERY SCHOOL

This week's Trick Talk is INCEPTION by Pro Mystic

By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees:

1.    Grab my FREE business-building tools for professional working magicians.

I’m offering SIX free resources to help you improve your online presence. From SEO strategies that almost NO magicians are using, to a social media strategy that can save you time and heartache, to valuable Google Ads strategies, these resources will help you book more shows at higher fees. Get your free copies HERE.

2.    Get my website video training.

In this 2-hour video training, I’ll reveal exactly what your website needs if you want to succeed as a professional entertainer in the 21st century. Get all the details HERE. 

3.    Get a complete business-building plan handed to you on a silver platter.

Not sure how to move your magic business forward? I’ll analyze your complete magic business (website, market, competition, and more) and give you a complete game plan for getting your performing business to the next level. Find out how HERE.

4.    Work with me privately.

Need help in multiple areas? I can help you with your website, direct mail, email, or other marketing strategies. I also offer consulting services for crafting magic routines or even entire shows. Want to find out more? Shoot me an email at [email protected].

5.    Check out my extensive line of magic routines and marketing products 

I have several professional routines, including Serendipity, marketing courses, books, and other resources to boost your shows and make booking shows easier and more profitable. Check out my line of products HERE. 

#116 - Are you stressed? Chances are if you have a pulse you experience some stress each day. It's not your fault - it's how we are built. And running a business of any kind involves stress! In this episode, I use my experience in the field of hypnosis to give you five simple stress-busting tips. These can be done virtually anytime or anywhere as long as you are not driving or operating heavy machinery.

This week's Trick Talk features Clarity by Chris Rawlins.

By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees:

1.    Grab my FREE business-building tools for professional working magicians.

I’m offering SIX free resources to help you improve your online presence. From SEO strategies that almost NO magicians are using, to a social media strategy that can save you time and heartache, to valuable Google Ads strategies, these resources will help you book more shows at higher fees. Get your free copies HERE.

2.    Get my website video training.

In this 2-hour video training, I’ll reveal exactly what your website needs if you want to succeed as a professional entertainer in the 21st century. Get all the details HERE. 

3.    Get a complete business-building plan handed to you on a silver platter.

Not sure how to move your magic business forward? I’ll analyze your complete magic business (website, market, competition, and more) and give you a complete game plan for getting your performing business to the next level. Find out how HERE.

4.    Work with me privately.

Need help in multiple areas? I can help you with your website, direct mail, email, or other marketing strategies. I also offer consulting services for crafting magic routines or even entire shows. Want to find out more? Shoot me an email at [email protected].

5.    Check out my extensive line of magic routines and marketing products 

I have several professional routines, including Serendipity, marketing courses, books, and other resources to boost your shows and make booking shows easier and more profitable. Check out my line of products HERE. 

#115 - Have you ever been curious about street performing? My guest Scot Nery is a pro at it! And he's also worked with some of the biggest names in show business. He's more than a consultant or a coach...so much more. You'll learn a lot in this episode!

This week's Trick Talk features Pyro Wallet!

Contact Scot Nery HERE

Get Pyro Wallet HERE

By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees:

1.    Grab my FREE business-building tools for professional working magicians.

I’m offering SIX free resources to help you improve your online presence. From SEO strategies that almost NO magicians are using, to a social media strategy that can save you time and heartache, to valuable Google Ads strategies, these resources will help you book more shows at higher fees. Get your free copies HERE.

2.    Get my website video training.

In this 2-hour video training, I’ll reveal exactly what your website needs if you want to succeed as a professional entertainer in the 21st century. Get all the details HERE. 

3.    Get a complete business-building plan handed to you on a silver platter.

Not sure how to move your magic business forward? I’ll analyze your complete magic business (website, market, competition, and more) and give you a complete game plan for getting your performing business to the next level. Find out how HERE.

4.    Work with me privately.

Need help in multiple areas? I can help you with your website, direct mail, email, or other marketing strategies. I also offer consulting services for crafting magic routines or even entire shows. Want to find out more? Shoot me an email at [email protected].

5.    Check out my extensive line of magic routines and marketing products 

I have several professional routines, including Serendipity, marketing courses, books, and other resources to boost your shows and make booking shows easier and more profitable. Check out my line of products HERE. 

#114 - Do you attend magic conventions? They are a great way to learn and connect with other magicians. But there are a few things you can do that will easily enhance your enjoyment of the next convention you attend.

This week's Trick Talk features Michael Ross's Long Salt Pour!

Get Michael's Salt Pour HERE

By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees:

1.    Grab my FREE business-building tools for professional working magicians.

I’m offering SIX free resources to help you improve your online presence. From SEO strategies that almost NO magicians are using, to a social media strategy that can save you time and heartache, to valuable Google Ads strategies, these resources will help you book more shows at higher fees. Get your free copies HERE.

2.    Get my website video training.

In this 2-hour video training, I’ll reveal exactly what your website needs if you want to succeed as a professional entertainer in the 21st century. Get all the details HERE. 

3.    Get a complete business-building plan handed to you on a silver platter.

Not sure how to move your magic business forward? I’ll analyze your complete magic business (website, market, competition, and more) and give you a complete game plan for getting your performing business to the next level. Find out how HERE.

4.    Work with me privately.

Need help in multiple areas? I can help you with your website, direct mail, email, or other marketing strategies. I also offer consulting services for crafting magic routines or even entire shows. Want to find out more? Shoot me an email at [email protected].

5.    Check out my extensive line of magic routines and marketing products 

I have several professional routines, including Serendipity, marketing courses, books, and other resources to boost your shows and make booking shows easier and more profitable. Check out my line of products HERE. 

#113 - Looking for a new income stream? How about one that covertly teaches kids important character-building skills? This episode is all about Discover Magic, an amazing program that teaches kids magic. My guest joining me is Brian Scott Ambrosch, an ardent user of Discover Magic and one of the nicest guys in our business. After listening to this, you might want to expand your offerings to include these amazing classes!

This week's episode of Trick Talk features the Chest of Nostradamus!

By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees:

1.    Grab my FREE business-building tools for professional working magicians.

I’m offering SIX free resources to help you improve your online presence. From SEO strategies that almost NO magicians are using, to a social media strategy that can save you time and heartache, to valuable Google Ads strategies, these resources will help you book more shows at higher fees. Get your free copies HERE.

2.    Get my website video training.

In this 2-hour video training, I’ll reveal exactly what your website needs if you want to succeed as a professional entertainer in the 21st century. Get all the details HERE. 

3.    Get a complete business-building plan handed to you on a silver platter.

Not sure how to move your magic business forward? I’ll analyze your complete magic business (website, market, competition, and more) and give you a complete game plan for getting your performing business to the next level. Find out how HERE.

4.    Work with me privately.

Need help in multiple areas? I can help you with your website, direct mail, email, or other marketing strategies. I also offer consulting services for crafting magic routines or even entire shows. Want to find out more? Shoot me an email at [email protected].

5.    Check out my extensive line of magic routines and marketing products 

I have several professional routines, including Serendipity, marketing courses, books, and other resources to boost your shows and make booking shows easier and more profitable. Check out my line of products HERE. 

#112 - Are you making enough money in your magic career? Many who aren't think the answer is simply more shows. While that is one option, let me introduce you to a few other ways of increasing your income...

This week's Trick Talk features Trevor Duffy's Pro Diminishing Cards!

By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees:

1.    Grab my FREE business-building tools for professional working magicians.

I’m offering SIX free resources to help you improve your online presence. From SEO strategies that almost NO magicians are using, to a social media strategy that can save you time and heartache, to valuable Google Ads strategies, these resources will help you book more shows at higher fees. Get your free copies HERE.

2.    Get my website video training.

In this 2-hour video training, I’ll reveal exactly what your website needs if you want to succeed as a professional entertainer in the 21st century. Get all the details HERE. 

3.    Get a complete business-building plan handed to you on a silver platter.

Not sure how to move your magic business forward? I’ll analyze your complete magic business (website, market, competition, and more) and give you a complete game plan for getting your performing business to the next level. Find out how HERE.

4.    Work with me privately.

Need help in multiple areas? I can help you with your website, direct mail, email, or other marketing strategies. I also offer consulting services for crafting magic routines or even entire shows. Want to find out more? Shoot me an email at [email protected].

5.    Check out my extensive line of magic routines and marketing products 

I have several professional routines, including Serendipity, marketing courses, books, and other resources to boost your shows and make booking shows easier and more profitable. Check out my line of products HERE. 

#111: If you want to succeed in this business long-term, You've got to listen to my guest, Christopher Weed. Chris amazes me. He runs multiple businesses successfully to the tune of severa millions of dollars in revenue. And he's always looking for and developing new ideas. I always feel like I'm sitting under a learning tree when Chris speaks. Enjoy this episode - I know I did!

This week's episode of Trick Talk is dedicated to CTRL-C by Chris Rawlings.

By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees:

1.    Grab my FREE business-building tools for professional working magicians.

I’m offering SIX free resources to help you improve your online presence. From SEO strategies that almost NO magicians are using, to a social media strategy that can save you time and heartache, to valuable Google Ads strategies, these resources will help you book more shows at higher fees. Get your free copies HERE.

2.    Get my website video training.

In this 2-hour video training, I’ll reveal exactly what your website needs if you want to succeed as a professional entertainer in the 21st century. Get all the details HERE. 

3.    Get a complete business-building plan handed to you on a silver platter.

Not sure how to move your magic business forward? I’ll analyze your complete magic business (website, market, competition, and more) and give you a complete game plan for getting your performing business to the next level. Find out how HERE.

4.    Work with me privately.

Need help in multiple areas? I can help you with your website, direct mail, email, or other marketing strategies. I also offer consulting services for crafting magic routines or even entire shows. Want to find out more? Shoot me an email at [email protected].

5.    Check out my extensive line of magic routines and marketing products 

I have several professional routines, including Serendipity, marketing courses, books, and other resources to boost your shows and make booking shows easier and more profitable. Check out my line of products HERE. 

#110 - Has a client ever asked you to create a special show just for them? While it  might be fun to buy a bunch of new props for that show. it's not ideal if you want to turn a profit for that show. I've been creating themed shows for decades. So when a client asked me for a theme show, I knew I was not likely to ever perform the show again. Listen in on how I created a theme show my client (and the audience) raved about using props I already own.

This week's Trick Talk is Intonation by Arcane Relics!By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees:

1.    Grab my FREE business-building tools for professional working magicians.

I’m offering SIX free resources to help you improve your online presence. From SEO strategies that almost NO magicians are using, to a social media strategy that can save you time and heartache, to valuable Google Ads strategies, these resources will help you book more shows at higher fees. Get your free copies HERE.

2.    Get my website video training.

In this 2-hour video training, I’ll reveal exactly what your website needs if you want to succeed as a professional entertainer in the 21st century. Get all the details HERE. 

3.    Get a complete business-building plan handed to you on a silver platter.

Not sure how to move your magic business forward? I’ll analyze your complete magic business (website, market, competition, and more) and give you a complete game plan for getting your performing business to the next level. Find out how HERE.

4.    Work with me privately.

Need help in multiple areas? I can help you with your website, direct mail, email, or other marketing strategies. I also offer consulting services for crafting magic routines or even entire shows. Want to find out more? Shoot me an email at [email protected].

5.    Check out my extensive line of magic routines and marketing products 

I have several professional routines, including Serendipity, marketing courses, books, and other resources to boost your shows and make booking shows easier and more profitable. Check out my line of products HERE.