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The Cross the Ultimate Mark
April 25, 2011 by Devin · Leave a Comment
As a speaker whose topic is making your mark, in the corporate world I do not mention the ultimate mark of all time which was made at the cross. However, my lessons in making your mark, sharing your magic, and treating people well all stem from the golden rule, Christ’s second greatest commandment: Love your neighbor as yourself. God is love, and because of Him we are capable of loving each other.
This Easter I count my blessings as though it were Thanksgiving: an amazing family, wonderful friends, a great career, a home, food on my table, health, this incredible country, and the list goes on and on. I think of those less fortunate than myself and remember the best hope the world has is the hope found in Christ Jesus. As my pastor stated in his Easter message, “Without Him we have no way to deal with our sin.” I am eternally grateful to Christ who died, was buried, rose again, ascended into Heaven, and offers us eternal life when we invite Him into our lives. The mark Christ made while on earth was the ultimate act of selflessness and love and will echo throughout eternity. “By His stripes we are healed.” (Isaiah 53:5)
“Quitter: Closing the Gap Between Your Day Job and Your Dream Job”
I had a great time Wednesday presenting to the students of entrepreneurship at JCCC. We had a question and answer time and one student asked me the million dollar question: “How did you transition from a full-time job to starting your own business?” I answered by telling him I was fortunate to never have had to make that transition. Upon graduating from Kansas State University in the fall of 2003, I began my career as a professional magician immediately. I worked about 15 hours a week at an after school daycare for a while (my job during college), but within the first few months I was blessed with enough “gigs” to make a living right away. However, I suggested a book to this student…
Recently, Jon Acuff was featured on the Dave Ramsey radio talk show. Mr. Acuff is the author of the book: “Quitter: Closing the Gap Between Your Day Job and Your Dream Job.” Mr. Acuff claims that his book offers valuable information for anyone wanting to make their dream job a reality. The book has not yet been released, but you can pre-order the book on Amazon.com (click here). It will be released on May 10th – I look forward to picking up a copy for myself.
JCCC Entrepreneurship
April 19, 2011 by Devin · Leave a Comment
Tomorrow, Wednesday, April 20th at noon I will be presenting to the students in the entrepreneurship program at Johnson County Community College. This presentation is open to the public. We will be meeting in the Hudson Auditorium which is on the 2nd floor of the Nerman Museum which is on the northeast corner of the JCCC campus. My presentation is titled “Make Your Mark: Share Your Magic.” I inspire people to discover what “magic” they can bring to their daily interactions in business and in life. I hope to see you there for a time of magic, fun and inspiration!
The Improv
February 25, 2011 by Devin · Leave a Comment
Every Saturday at 1:00 at the Kansas City Improv we perform a family-friendly comedy magic show. My magician friend’s Todd Lamanske, Tom Burgoon and I perform on a rotational basis. Visit the Improv’s website to see our schedule. Tickets are $10. I hope to see you there soon!
Speaking for St. Luke’s Hospice
October 28, 2010 by Devin · Leave a Comment
I recently had the privilege of presenting to the hospice care workers of St. Luke’s South. The audience was filled with nurses, nursing students, volunteers, social workers, music therapists, pharmacists, chaplains and funeral directors. We looked at how schmoozing hospice patients also means schmoozing the families of the patients. By investing time in people, being a good listener and making themselves available, this, what I call “most compassionate group of people in the world” can help people through the toughest part of life. After the presentation, one chaplain shared with me how he “Makes his Mark” on patients by carrying a Native American Flute with him which he plays for the patients. Another chaplain told me he connects with people through ordinary conversation before he ever tries to start spiritual conversations. It was a learning experience for me and it was neat to be in these people’s presence.
“We are so honored that we had the opportunity to have you present on the topic of schmoozing at our 6th annual conference. We have heard so many remarks from the attendees of how GREAT you were. We will hopefully book you again in the near future!” -St. Luke’s Hospice
Hospice Staff from St. Luke's South
Show pics
October 27, 2010 by Devin · Leave a Comment
Johnson County Librarians Workshop - Schmooze'em or Lose'em
Pioneer Services - Comedy Magic
Upward Ministries - Tonganoxie Christian Church - Magic vs. Miracles
Relay for Life (my high school friends Jill, Amie & Nikki) - Mentalism
J.E. DUNN Construction - Close-up Magic
Ellsworth, Kansas Cowtown Festival - Comedy Magic
Send Out Cards
June 21, 2010 by Devin · Leave a Comment
When presenting Schmooze’em or Lose’em to entrepreneurs and sales reps, I introduce an easy and cost-effective method for sending custom greeting cards, brownies, gift cards and other gifts in the mail. Visit www.sendoutcards.com/45080 to learn how. I utilize this amazing system to sincerely appreciate my wonderful repeat clients. You will find that “Schmoozing your clients has never been easier.”
Speaking for the SSA
June 18, 2010 by Devin · Leave a Comment
June 1st I had the privilege of presenting Schmooz’em or Lose’em to managers within the Social Security Administration. Schmoozing is the art of connecting with people in a special way, and is therefore useful in any profession. However, I specialize in speaking to sales reps, customer service reps, managers and those with an entrepreneurial-based occupations (real-estate agents, insurance agents, etc.). When speaking to managers, the focus of my training is how to motivate employes by properly expressing appreciation and the feeling of importance.
Speaking to managers in the SSA.
Handing back a few stolen items.
Old Shawnee Days a Success!
June 15, 2010 by Devin · Leave a Comment
We packed the tent for all four mentalism performances at Old Shawnee Days! It was great to see so many familiar faces in the crowd – thank you to all who came out to support me. The planner said they want to have me again next year, so I will be looking forward to doing it all over again.
Mind-reading.
Taking in the sights and sounds of Old Shawnee Days between shows. (Left to right) My nephew Matthew, my sister Gretchen, my daughter Claire, and me.
I grew up at Old Shawnee Days, and so will my kids. This is my wife Lynn and I with our daughters Claire and Charlie.
