The Secret of Show Business

After performing in all types of venues from church socials to my own television show, I've learned a lot about entertaining folks.

And making a living in show business.

It's not as hard as you think. However, I am not talking about getting your own tv show, or being a star in the movies, or being on broadway... I'm talking about being a successful performer in small town America. Yep, just like in the days of vaudeville.

Most folks don't get a chance to see live entertainment other than a rock band or traveling to a big city to see a "name" performer. For the person who has the desire to get up in front of folks and "do something," doing shows across America is the way to go.

There are always holidays and special events to celebrate. Family birthdays, family reunions, church suppers, summer picnics, fall socials, sales meetings, and a host of other events can all use entertainment.

What's exciting is that you don't have to be a star to be successful! If you have a good time and your friends invite you over to perform, you are probably good enough to go out and start charging for shows.

When you look at the "average" income for the US is less than $500 per week, it's possible to look at a performing career and making AT LEAST that much for simple events. For example: When I was doing programs for schools, I would get a small $150-$200 when I started. With three school shows a week and two $200 birthday parties a week, I did fairly well.

Starting out, I had NO experience with family audiences. But as I performed more shows, I grew to enjoy these types of shows. Why? They are fun to do and they always bring in more shows as well.

What is the real secret?

Take whatever talent you have and start performing EVERYWHERE you get a chance to. Perform for whatever you can get. The more shows, the better you get. And the better you get, the more money you'll start to make.

Remember: You don't have to be a star to be successful!