It is common for many people who are looking to hire some amazing entertainment for their events to immediately think of searching for and hiring a magician; those dazzling men and women seen all over TV and YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and other social media platforms who have jaws dropping with their fast-paced card tricks, floating pencils, and other various … Read More
Grilling Steaks During A Traffic Jam
I was recently visiting family for my nephew’s graduation ceremony. While the event was within driving distance, I decided to book a flight to the event to save some time. Besides, I had been traveling state-to-state for the last few weeks, and wanted to avoid having to get up early and make another 10-hour drive. The flight would put me … Read More
“It’ll Be Great EXPOSURE…”
I started in the entertainment business over 30 years ago, and still today I occasionally get this phrase from someone who is holding an event and needs entertainment, an MC, speaker, etc. [TRANSLATION: “We have no money but are hoping that you are just desperate or eager enough to come and work for free (and you must be because we’ve … Read More
How Much Does A Magician or Mentalist Cost?
Surfing the internet, trying to find the right magician or mentalist to entertain for your event can be a bit of a headache. Fees for entertainment between magicians, mentalist, and other variety entertainers can be as varied and diverse as the individuals themselves. However, most determine their fees based on a number of elements that are common to most … Read More
Touch This Man And He Will Know Your PIN!
I was having some fun today at our local weekly gathering of entrepreneurs at 1 Million Cups Wichita. I asked this man if I could borrow his cell phone and his mind and try a little experiment. This is what happened: “1 Million Cups” is a weekly gathering of entrepreneurs and local creatives who present and discuss business ideas over … Read More
Planning Holiday Party Entertainment
Stress-Free Last Minute Holiday Party PlanningSo the burden of putting together the company Holiday or Christmas party has suddenly fallen upon you. You’ve been given few resources, a limited budget, and–worst of all–very little time to put it all together, and it still BETTER BE GOOD! Take comfort in the fact that you’re not alone. I know it actually ISN’T … Read More