Renowned, San Fransisco based mentalist and magician, Daniel Chan, talks about his journey to becoming the The Millionaires' Mentalist and the power of networking. Watch the magic trick here:
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Podcast Episode Timestamps
Introduction to Daniel Chan (00:00:07) Daniel Chan introduces himself as a magician and mentalist, explaining the concept of mentalism.
Magic Trick Performance (00:00:33) Discussion about an impressive magic trick performed by Daniel, with a note on its visual nature.
Journey to Virtual Performance (00:00:48) Daniel shares his transition to virtual performances and his journey as a magician.
Early Experiences with Magic (00:01:15) Daniel recounts his beginnings with juggling and magic, leading to his career in entertainment.
Corporate Success and Challenges (00:02:39) He discusses his rise to corporate events and the financial impact of the pandemic.
Interest in the Podcast (00:03:09) Daniel expresses his desire to share his story and love for music on the podcast.
Magic Shop Experience (00:03:33) Daniel describes his first visit to a magic shop and the learning opportunities it provided.
Spontaneity and Networking (00:06:18) A story about navigating social situations and the importance of networking in his career.
Atmosphere at High-Profile Parties (00:07:58) Daniel describes the elegant and sophisticated environment of the parties he performs at.
Performing for Celebrities (00:10:10) He shares experiences performing for notable figures and the importance of building relationships.
Building Relationships in Business (00:12:09) Discussion on shifting from entertainer to relationship builder in the corporate world.
Reflection on Podcast Experience (00:14:45) Daniel reflects on the need to improve his storytelling skills after the podcast.
Closing Remarks (00:15:03) Gratitude for participation and a brief mention of the podcast's growing global audience.
Tools and Websites "Misdirection Magic Shop": "00:01:15"
Notable Mentions "Buzzfeed": "00:01:15" "CNBC": "00:02:39" "Business Insider": "00:02:39"
People Mentioned "Tim Ferriss": "00:10:16"
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