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Steve Chezaday

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In this episode we talk to Steve and Carol about their new engagement, upcoming show at Abbott’s magic convention, and lots more.     Wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli

In this episode we talk to Steve and Carol about their new engagement, upcoming show at Abbott’s magic convention, and lots more. <a href="http://Wesiseli.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wesiseli.com</a> <a href="http://Patreon.com/wes_iseli" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/wes_iseli</a>

S4E2 - Steve Chezaday & Carol

In this episode we interview Chezaday, who is a rock &amp; roll illusionist from near Chicago. He has been performing illusions since he was 13 years old and has worked with almost every big name in magic you can think of. I even finally get to figure out what was up with all the Twinkie’s. Wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli

In this episode we interview Chezaday, who is a rock &amp; roll illusionist from near Chicago. He has been performing illusions since he was 13 years old and has worked with almost every big name in magic you can think of. I even finally get to figure out what was up with all the Twinkie’s. <a href="http://Wesiseli.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wesiseli.com</a> <a href="http://Patreon.com/wes_iseli" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/wes_iseli</a>

Steve Chezaday - #49

This week, I bring you an interview with Steve Chezaday who shares some advice and insights from his years performing full-time. Topics include dealing with clients, pricing, managing your money, and customizing and maintaining your props. There’s a lot insight to be gained from this chat. Chezaday is a magician who’s pretty much done it all from close up magic to grand illusion. His energetic show has taken him all over the country. He’s toured with Abbott’s Magic Festival and is also quite handy when it comes to building props and stage illusions. And he can do it all while rockin’ an air guitar!    Success MantraAlways be prepared. Always have your money work for you.    Personalizing &amp; Maintaining Show Props• Personalizing props. • Custom painting goes a long way. • Putting your own twist or spin on routines. • Constantly capturing your own ideas on paper so you don’t lose them. • Importance of quick reset. • Preparing and maintaining larger props. • Having protective cases for everything in a stage show.      Other Topics Covered• Talks about how he gets shows. • Stacking shows. Knowing your setup &amp; teardown time and being efficient. • The importance of saving and investing your money. • Talked about how he had a part time job for a long time which helped him to build his magic career. • How his correspondences with clients are mainly online through email now. • Making your clients feel like they’re getting a bargain. • The psychology of charging $295 instead of $300. • Don’t sell your magic, sell you. You want them to want you, not just “a magician." • Don’t let people wait, because someone else will get back to a potential client if you don’t. • Talks about working with the best and the worst in the industry while doing the Abbott’s show. • Don’t be a prima donna. Try to make everything as simple as you can and treat everyone well. Be reasonable.    Failure MomentTalks about a last-minute hell gig that came about because of miscommunication.    Favorite SuccessSome of the charities that he’s able to work with.    Parting AdviceLove what you do and you’ll never work a day in your life.    Recommended books and resources:Note: Many of the links in this section are affiliate links, meaning we earn a small portion of any sales. If you're enjoying our podcast and decide to purchase one of the recommended resources or books, please consider using our affiliate links to help support the work we're doing here at the Successful Performercast. Thanks!   Resources: Pages on Mac Rising Card App by Chris Kenner    Books: Me Inc. by Gene Simmons Beating a Dead Horse by Sandy Marshall The Magical Life of Marshall Brodien  Where can we find Steve Chezaday?Chezaday.com Steve on Facebook

This week, I bring you an interview with Steve Chezaday who shares some advice and insights from his years performing full-time. Topics include dealing with clients, pricing, managing your money, and customizing and maintaining your props. There’s a lot insight to be gained from this chat. Chezaday is a magician who’s pretty much done it all from close up magic to grand illusion. His energetic show has taken him all over the country. He’s toured with Abbott’s Magic Festival and is also quite handy when it comes to building props and stage illusions. And he can do it all while rockin’ an air guitar!    Success Mantra Always be prepared. Always have your money work for you.    Personalizing &amp; Maintaining Show Props • Personalizing props. • Custom painting goes a long way. • Putting your own twist or spin on routines. • Constantly capturing your own ideas on paper so you don’t lose them. • Importance of quick reset. • Preparing and maintaining larger props. • Having protective cases for everything in a stage show.      Other Topics Covered • Talks about how he gets shows. • Stacking shows. Knowing your setup &amp; teardown time and being efficient. • The importance of saving and investing your money. • Talked about how he had a part time job for a long time which helped him to build his magic career. • How his correspondences with clients are mainly online through email now. • Making your clients feel like they’re getting a bargain. • The psychology of charging $295 instead of $300. • Don’t sell your magic, sell you. You want them to want you, not just “a magician." • Don’t let people wait, because someone else will get back to a potential client if you don’t. • Talks about working with the best and the worst in the industry while doing the Abbott’s show. • Don’t be a prima donna. Try to make everything as simple as you can and treat everyone well. Be reasonable.    Failure Moment Talks about a last-minute hell gig that came about because of miscommunication.    Favorite Success Some of the charities that he’s able to work with.    Parting Advice Love what you do and you’ll never work a day in your life.    Recommended books and resources: Note: Many of the links in this section are affiliate links, meaning we earn a small portion of any sales. If you're enjoying our podcast and decide to purchase one of the recommended resources or books, please consider using our affiliate links to help support the work we're doing here at the Successful Performercast. Thanks! Resources: <a href="http://www.apple.com/mac/pages/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pages on Mac</a> <a href="http://successfulperformercast.com/risingcardapp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rising Card App by Chris Kenner</a> Books: <a href="http://successfulperformercast.com/meinc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Me Inc. by Gene Simmons</a> <a href="http://successfulperformercast.com/deadhorse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beating a Dead Horse by Sandy Marshall</a> <a href="http://successfulperformercast.com/marshallbrodien" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Magical Life of Marshall Brodien</a>  Where can we find Steve Chezaday? <a href="http://www.chezaday.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chezaday.com</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/chezaday" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Steve on Facebook</a>