Ep37 Magic and Mentalism - Daniel Chan

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"