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Zappo the Magician has done just this. Many weeks of the year Zappo is touring the country performing at kindergartens and pre-schools and when he is back home is in-undated with party bookings! Wouldn't you love that? So, whether you're a magician, balloon twister or face painter you can learn some valuable lessons from Zappo including: the importance of asking questions, making mistakes and doing the occasional free gig!
In this episode we discuss:
Zappo's history from then until now, turning a hobby into a profession
Joining a magic club - a great way to learn
Asking questions - how honesty helps you improve
People skills - how this helps you get bookings, what to do and what not to do
How to entertain at a kinder/pre-school - themed shows with educational message
Writing new content - keeping the magic alive!
How mistakes are not always a bad thing, in fact it can be the total opposite!
Tips for working with young children - do's & don'ts plus language techniques
Zappo's occasional free shows, why he does them
Creating your own kinder show - "take the kids on a roller coaster" the main ingredients for a successful show
Keeping it simple - How Zappo gets a full calendar of bookings
Adding balloons into the equation - delivery pieces, bday presents etc
Balloon convention OZJAM, how Zappo took his balloons to the next level |