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Do you want to be a professional magician? Since 2003, full-time magician, hypnotist, and author Cris Johnson has traveled North America coast to coast performing 400+ shows a year. This podcast features business-building tips so that you can book more shows at professional fees. Cris will give you an insider’s perspective of different markets including elementary, middle, and high schools, colleges, corporate banquets, libraries, private parties, trade shows, fundraising shows, and more so ...
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Step into ”The Payback Pod,” where e-commerce execs like you come to get the lowdown on scaling up and cashing in. This is where the rubber meets the road in performance advertising, and where we turn challenges into checkmates. Join the conversation as we pull back the curtain on maximizing returns and pushing your digital empire to its limits. With our lineup of industry pros, marketing magicians, and e-commerce experts, you’re in for a treat. From data deep-dives to conversion tricks, thi ...
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The Successful Performercast is the show where I interview one full-time professional entertainer per week with the goal of inspiring and equipping those who are working to make the leap themselves. This is a show for all performers whether you’re a magician, a comedian, a juggler, or anything in between. You’ll hear and learn from the pros that are actually out there making a living doing what they love. I focus on questions designed to learn about each entertainer’s journey, struggles and ...
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The Branding For Entertainers Podcast

Billy Diamond: Brand Adviser & Mentor

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Struggling with your entertainment business? The Branding for Entertainers podcast is your solution. Get practical advice from Billy Diamond and top experts to polish your brand identity. Stand out, grow your business, and enjoy the journey!
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Welcome to "The Start Tiny Show" where your host, Allie Bjerk, takes you on a transformative journey into the world of digital marketing. This podcast is dedicated to entrepreneurs, small business owners, and marketers who are eager to learn about leveraging ads, funnels, and automated marketing systems to scale their businesses. In each episode, Allie Bjerk delves into the intricacies of creating compelling digital marketing strategies. She covers everything from crafting irresistible tiny ...
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InitVerse is an open network designed to provide users with secure and efficient access to the purchase and sale of computing resources services, which are built specifically for utilities. It makes cloud computing a decentralized way to become a decentralization market.InitVerse allows the original Web or App to be quickly and directly deployed without secondary development.
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A show about insights of humans that are making a progressive change in this world. Let’s take a look into their mindset, shall we? Hosted by the creator @Vivianae.gil Join in to listen deep into Community Entrepreneurs, Health and Wellness advocates, Documentarians, Film Makers, and Writer’s world. (Vida - Tainmnet ) For your Minds Entertainment. In the end, find out what silver lining moved and projected their lives to where they are now. Enjoy this listen and Please if you wish to come on ...
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Refocus Careers

Angela Stephens, a 30 year Retained Executive Search Consultant & Career Coach

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"The RE-FOCUS CAREERS Podcast with Angela Stephens" https://www.refocuscareers.com/podcast Featuring CEO, Career Coach & Speaker Angela Stephens https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelaastephens/ in this dynamic certified woman-owned Podcast, as she brings her wealth of industry knowledge and the reputation of interviewing thousands of C-Suite Executives. Angela Stephens, Founder & President of a 30 year Executive Search Firm: A. Stephens & Associates, LLC: https://www.astephensandassociates.com h ...
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John Selig Outspoken features interviews with GLBT leaders and opinion makers, discussions with GLBT writers and commentaries from me - John Selig, your host. All this plus music from electronic music virtuoso, Jeffrey Reid Baker. Please visit our blog for more information about John Selig Outspoken at www.johnselig.com/podcast.
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#126 - After a three-week absence, the Professional Podcast is back! In this episode, I examine the keys to fostering 'Show Health,' that wonderful "in case of emergency break glass" ability most professional performers need to use at one point. And this week's Trick Talk looks at Losander's Floating Table! Losander's products HERE By the way…whene…
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Join me on the Start Tiny Podcast as we explore the art of creating irresistible tiny offers that captivate cold traffic and drive substantial business growth. Reflecting on my own journey with a $27 tiny offer that generated over $5 million in revenue, we discuss how to identify and reveal your unique "magician's trick"—the special approach that s…
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In this episode, Joel Williams is joined by Jamil Ali, the Head of Affiliates at Kinesso, to explore the multifaceted world of affiliate marketing. Jamil shares his unique career journey and offers deep insights into the industry, discussing best practices, emerging trends, and effective strategies for eCommerce brands. Highlights: Jamil's Career J…
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Wendy Porter sees opportunity just about everywhere. And she seems to have a knack for converting those opportunities into special things – events, businesses and one-of-a-kind of experiences. Get a front row seat on HOW she does that in this week's Gamechanger edition of The Playbook: Segment 01 – First Event "You can put on an event, right?" A ha…
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In this episode of The Payback Pod, we dive into the world of partnership marketing with Helen Southgate, Chief Strategy Officer at Acceleration Partners. With over two decades of experience in digital marketing, Helen shares her wealth of knowledge on how brands can leverage affiliate marketing and user-generated content (UGC) to drive success in …
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Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Start Tiny Podcast! Join me, Allie Bjerk, as I share my journey of overcoming limiting beliefs and generating millions in sales from a single webinar. Learn how ignoring self-doubt played a crucial role in my success and discover unique methods to find inspiration and maintain high energy, such as combini…
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In this episode, host Joel Williams is joined by the remarkable Chloë Thomas, a globally recognized eCommerce marketing problem solver. Chloë is the author of several bestselling books, a keynote speaker, and the host of both the award-winning eCommerce MasterPlan Podcast and the Keep Optimising Podcast. She's currently the Editor in Chief at eComm…
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"Oh, there's a lot of opportunities, if you know when to take them, you know?" What do the Pet Shop Boys and really pretty journals have in common? The answer is event planner and creative explorer Micki Lubek. Micki is one of the most interesting writers I’ve personally come across over the past couple of years. And now…I find out what makes her s…
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In this episode of the Payback Pod, Joel Williams, Chief Commercial Officer at ChaChing, dives deep into the world of e-commerce with Pedro Ramos, a highly skilled and experienced marketing professional boasting 15 years in performance media and e-commerce. Pedro's extensive portfolio includes collaborations with industry giants such as Microsoft, …
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#125 - In this second part of my interview with Bill Abbott, we touch on a number of topics, including scripting and editing your act. Bill is highly effective at tweaking and adjusting his act based on how his audiences respond. We also talk about some of his other new releases, and much more. You don't want to miss this! In this week's Trick Talk…
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You know that one person in your industry who decided to push the limits, and became a superstar around the world? In my industry, that's Christian Chenier. He went from doing great work in Toronto, to doing great work with The Blue Man Group, NBC/Universal and the recent Luna Luna installation in L.A. (not to mention stops with Broadway shows and …
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In this episode, Joel Williams sits down with Barry Cupples, a seasoned entrepreneur and board advisor at ChaChing. Barry's impressive background includes a global board role at Omnicom, the world's largest media and marketing company, and 25 years of experience as CEO managing various regions. Now, he channels his expertise into startup funding an…
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#124 - Do you know about Bill Abbott? If not, you should! Bill's routines and effects are real-world tested, easy to do, and very entertaining. In part one of my interview with Bill, we delve mostly into his experience starting his own theater show, The Magic Hideaway, in Florida. It's a fascinating look at the logistics you need to be aware of whe…
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In this episode of the Payback Pod, host Joel Williams engages in a captivating conversation with Tash Courtenay-Smith, a renowned entrepreneur, journalist, broadcaster, and best-selling author. Tash is the founder and executive producer of DTC Live, Biz Kids, Tash Talks, and The Notting Hill Company. She also serves as an investor, CEW board membe…
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#123 - What kind of volunteers can you expect for your shows? Depending on the market you work, the personalities and behaviors of volunteers can vary greatly. Understanding what you are in for each time you invite someone onstage with you is key to successful performing. In this episode, I delve into several of the personality types you can expect…
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Bon Bon Bon founder Alexandra Clark chats about how she decided to get into chocolatiering, what she initially wanted for a career when she was growing up, what she looks for when hiring new people, and what studying food science can open up for you in terms of careers Check out Bon Bon Bon and order some of her chocolate, including Alexandra's fav…
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In this episode, host Joel Williams chats with Lucy Toone, the Founder of Tomm Jewellery. Lucy shares how she entered the world of e-commerce and established Tomm Jewellery. A key highlight of the conversation is Lucy's insights into the importance of understanding your customer base thoroughly to enhance sales strategies. She explores various aven…
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#122 - Do you enjoy comedy magic? If so, John Ferentino is definitely someone to listen to. Often called the 'Godfather of Comedy Magic,' John's career spans decades and took him across the world. This interview is filled with wild stories, funny anecdotes, and more. This week's Trick Talk features John's downloadable product, "Do Spirits Return?" …
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Health advice...that feels different. I've interviewed Dr. Heather Denniston three times over the past few months, and each time I have...I've learned something completely unexpected. Want to build a better life for yourself? This is an eye opening episode, where Heather shares the four things that changed her game. Segment 01 - Forced independence…
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In this episode of The Payback Pod, host Joel Williams sits down with Oliver Hudson, the Founder of Soar With Us. Oliver reflects on his career journey, sharing insights into how he has supported e-commerce brands in achieving significant growth. He discusses Soar With Us's approach and highlights their work with major clients like Essence Vaults. …
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#121 - When you book your shows, you'll likely run into a variety of personalities. Understanding who these folks are and how they may act is key to having a successful show. In this episode, I cover some of the titles of people who may book you, their most common personalities, and other people you may encounter at these shows. This week's Trick T…
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It was 29 years ago this week that I first heard the name David Brandy. It was in a voicemail. He was offering me an interview, which turned out to be my first full time writing gig. David is a writer, Creative Director and "lens based artist," and he's got some intriguing ways he's built that life portfolio. Segment 01 – Learning how to be an adul…
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In this episode, Joel Williams talks with Oliver Millar, Chief Operations Officer at Luxe Collective Fashion, leading the charge in growing the largest preloved luxury reseller in the UK. Oliver unveils the strategies behind their immense social media following, their standout success on Dragon’s Den, and collaborations with Steven Bartlett. They d…
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#120 - If you are a kids performer, do you get nervous when the show organizer tells you they are going to let the kids run around to burn off energy? If so, this episode will reveal why. Jim Kleefeld also discusses why performers who just focus on getting the kids to yell and scream are not doing the show or their audiences any favors. This week's…
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Join Joel Williams as he sits down with Stephen Kerin, Director at Scale Digital, - a specialist affiliate agency delivering high-impact performance advertising services. Get ready for a deep dive into some key strategies that are consistently driving success for brands in the digital landscape. Stephen showcases how Scale Digital has propelled sal…
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Listen in as I unpack the game-changing concept of visibility for online coaches and the transformative power it holds in scaling your business. Grappling with the enigma of being 'seen' on social media, I lay out a strategic blueprint for activities that can amplify your presence, ranging from engaging stories and dynamic reels to impactful guest …
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#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 …
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What happens when you get two professional speakers together? This is what happens – 46 intriguing moments on how Michael Barris build a brilliant career as a jazz guitarist, journalist, teacher and coach. Listen up...and steal steal steal some big ideas. Segment 01 – Broken strings A live concert that is not going well, until Michael breaks a stri…
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In this podcast episode, we're joined by Marco Criscuolo, Marketing Manager and Technical Director at Vagabond Digital, who shares about his journey from South Africa to the UK and the remarkable revenue growth and innovative strategies achieved along the way. Joel and Marco explore the key strategies driving Vagabond Digital's success and uncover …
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Angela talks to Peter Freer about what he wanted to do when he was a young adult as a career, how he decided to transition into Freer Logic and Play Attention, how he successfully works from home with his wife, and he offers advice for younger generations who don't know what career to pursue. Learn more about Peter at Freer Logic and Play Attention…
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Join us on this insightful journey through the multifaceted world of entrepreneurship, as I, Allie Bjerk, along with my special guest Justine Lackey from the Tiny Offer Accelerator Group Coaching Program, explore the tenacity required for entrepreneurial success. Justine shares her story of extensive experience in business and the pivotal role of c…
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#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 C…
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Funny story. I was leaving a keynote session last week and bumped into this guy before I headed to my car. "This guy" turned out to be Canada's Got Talent magician, mentalist and hypnotist Savio Joseph. And does he ever have some interesting Gamechangers. Segmen 01 - YouTube Yep. THAT YouTube. How Savio uses it to learn, and how he's becoming an in…
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In this episode, Joel Williams chats with Daniel Simmons, Founder of Populate Social, who are partnering with major clients to enhance their brand presence and drive e-commerce success on social media platforms. Dan shares compelling success stories from brands like TM Lewin, Mercedes Benz, North Face, and Brush Box, offering an inside look at the …
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Listen in as I share a slice of my journey during a car ride to the airport, revealing how embracing authenticity and aiming high can unlock untapped potential in the online business sphere. From speaking at Depesh Mandalia's Facebook ad mastermind to coaching in my Seven Figure Year mastermind, I discuss the exhilarating aspects of online networki…
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#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 f…
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What does a comms pro, ESPN poker writer and Magic the Gathering HoFer (seriously) do for inspiration? Find out in this edition of The Playbook Game Changers, as we bring Gary Wise into the studio. This season is all about the things that change our professional games – and how we use those skills, insights and media to inspire great careers and gr…
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Get ready to ignite your entrepreneurial spirit with Joel Williams and Francesca James as they dive into the exciting world of Ideas Forums. Join the adventure as they uncover the secret sauce behind building a thriving community and making meaningful connections. From shaking up the scene with AI, embracing the incredible benefits for brands worki…
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#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 l…
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The Playbook is just passing YEAR THREE of shows – and we’re celebrating with a Brand. New. Season. Season 08 is called “Gamechanger” – where we talk to a whole bunch of smart people about the things that have changed their professional and personal lives. Books. Podcasts. Advice. TikTok Videos. You name it. To kick the season off, you get me talki…
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#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…
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Join Joel Williams for his weekly discussions with marketing experts, advertising wizards, and e-commerce pioneers as they dive deep into topics such as the surge of social commerce and immersive shopping experiences and the fusion of AI and augmented reality to name a few. Join the party as they explore the latest trends, game-changing strategies,…
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You may have heard the term "neurodiversity" in your recent travels, and wondered "what does that mean?" It's all part of a path to understand how to get the most out of people. Event specialist Hannah Whitaker is on the show this week to talk about how that happens... Segment 01 - The Problem I’m joining a committee at work to deal with things lik…
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Join me, Allie Bjerk, on a transformative journey through the art of audience affection and business acumen in the latest episode of the Start Tiny Podcast. Together with my friend Bob Heilig of Your Virtual Upline, we unravel the love, serve, grow approach to business—a strategy that has revolutionized the network marketing space. Listen in as Bob…
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#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 ar…
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Ever wondered what it's like to dive headfirst into the entrepreneurial waters and emerge not just swimming, but soaring? That's exactly what we're unpacking today – from the shaky first steps of understanding your market's needs to the gratifying journey of growing a business that stands the test of time. Cast away any doubt as we trace my adventu…
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Angela is joined by professional magician Mike Bliss, who discusses how he fell in love with being a magician and why he chose it as a career. Later, he talks about why he decided to home school his kids while juggling a career, and what career he would've pursued if not being a magician. Learn more about Mike on his website! This week's episode is…
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#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,…
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#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 yo…
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You want to change someone's mind about something. You know the skills of persuasion. How do you do it in a way that doesn't leave everyone feel icky and weird? This week on the 100th episode of the show, we have Marsha Shandur to talk about that exact thing. It's called ethical persuasion, and here is how it works. Segment 01 - The Problem "Our co…
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