Podcast appearances and mentions of scott humston

Pastor Scott Humston serves at the First Baptist Church of Mount Dora as their family and connections pastor. He is also a traveling comedian and magician. Recently, he traveled to the Dominican Republic to share his talents with our schools and bring laughter to our students. His travel companion was his daughter who was travelling on her first missions trip out of the United States. Enjoy this conversation to learn how missions can strengthen a family both overseas and at home. Also, discover how a local church in Central Florida is reaching and connecting with new families in their community. Order Scott's book "Sharing Wonder" on Amazon.Learn more about Scott Humston at www.ScottHumston.comBring the Laugh All Night comedy tour to your church. Learn more at www.LaughAllNight.com/host Discover how you can visit New Missions in the Dominican Republic. www.NewMissions.org/tripsSupport the show

#129 - Ever wanted to create your own public parlor show? My guest this week, Scott Humston, offers an entire training devoted to this very topic. If you've ever wanted to host an ongoing show in one location, now is your opportunity to learn about it.Want more info? Check it out HEREToday's Trick Talk covers The Shakespeare Experiment! Get it HEREGoing to Kidabra? Email your 5-7 minute show clip to Jim Vagias at:educatonalproductions@comcast.net By the way…whenever you're ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees: 1.    Grab my FREE business-building tools for professional working magicians. I'm offering SIX free resources to help you improve your online presence. From SEO strategies that almost NO magicians are using, to a social media strategy that can save you time and heartache, to valuable Google Ads strategies, these resources will help you book more shows at higher fees. Get your free copies HERE. 2.    Get my website video training for under $10. In this 2-hour video training, I'll reveal exactly what your website needs if you want to succeed as a professional entertainer in the 21st century. Get all the details HERE.  3.    Get a complete business-building plan handed to you on a silver platter. Not sure how to move your magic business forward? I'll analyze your complete magic business (website, market, competition, and more) and give you a complete game plan for getting your performing business to the next level. Find out how HERE. 4.    Work with me privately. Need help in multiple areas? I can help you with your website, direct mail, email, or other marketing strategies. I also offer consulting services for crafting magic routines or even entire shows. Want to find out more? Shoot me an email at cris@theprofessionalmagicianclubpro.com. 5.    Check out my extensive line of magic routines and marketing products I have several professional routines, including Serendipity, marketing courses, books, and other resources to boost your shows and make booking shows easier and more profitable. Check out my line of products HERE. 

Scott Humston has led an extraordinary life. Overcoming a speech-related birth defect to become a full-time illusionist, speaker, and evangelist he now devotes his life to the art of educating through entertainment.  Scott holds a B.A. in Communication Studies and Dramatic Art and has been awarded professional and community awards for his encouragement to people. Touring more than 40,000 miles a year— not including flying—he's been seen coast-to-coast and abroad—even three shows at the White House! He has over the last 25 years entertained, motivated, and inspired people of all ages. Actually, more than 3 million people have seen his live shows!

Little did Scott Humston know just how much the pandemic would change his life, but it did. Not only did it take him off the road, it opened the way for a position as a connections pastor at a Mt. Dora church. Scott grew up as a musician with flair, possessing the ability to entertain audiences internationally. Scott loves Jesus, and he loves people, and it shows.

Hear the incredible testimony of Scott Humston who overcame medical obstacles to pursue an astounding career that utilizes his passions for faith and magic. 

Your mission field begins at home. Your family is a priority. Speaker and comedian Scott Humston encourage families through his events to grow stronger together. May you and your family be proactive in fostering quality time together and seek opportunities to serve others together, as a family. Enjoy this conversation with Scott Humston as we explore how families can grow stronger together.Support the show (http://newmissions.org/podcast)

WOW VBS will reach children around the world with the gospel of Jesus Christ. The online, four-day Virtual Bible Spectacular Event will be livestreamed so that families and churches can participate, even if they're already signed up for a traditional VBS this summer. Family entertainer and evangelist Scott Humston spoke with host Chris Johnson about this interactive program that may also help families reach their neighbors for Christ. Enjoy this episode and go to wowvbs.live for more information.

Have you ever seen a photo of a speaker in a conference booklet or program, then observed the same speaker at the conference in person...and the resemblance is, well, not even close? And you realize that this person hasn't updated their promotional photos since 2012? Or worse, since 1912! Well, professional speakers/performers are sometimes the worse about keeping their promotional pictures up-to-date. Don't be that person. If you are full-time, part-time or just some-time—in the era of digital photography, having an up to date photo is easier than ever. My tip: have new photos taken at least every two years. And, if you always use the same photographer...try a different one next time; Try one that is a bit younger...or older than you. You might be really pleased with the result! Here's To Your Success!     Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder  

  A Billing Tip As a speaker, performer, presenter and you may be responsible for your billing management. It is indeed important to get paid...and on time! But you may need to improve your technique in this arena. As creative types, many of us struggle with the business side of the show. But, those two words, "show business" the bigger one is business! So, to quote the King, Elvis, sometimes you gotta TCB. (take care of business). Many online tools can help you manage your accounts receivables; That is income that is or will be owed to you for your services. Unless you have a bookkeeper, I'll suggest staying away from Quickbooks. As your more likely to do more harm than good. Freshbooks is an online billing platform that I recommend. Although I use Quickbooks in one my businesses, in another, a smaller company I use Freshbooks—it is just invoicing. It is professional and straightforward. Here's To Your Success!       Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here.   Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder  

  I went to a graduation event the other day. It was in a nice room, with what looked like great stage lighting. But, I wasn't sure...because they never turned them on! The result? It was hard to see the graduates clearly on the stage. If you are on a proper stage or platform, and there is specific lighting for that space, stage lighting, be sure you use it! The audience needs to see you. If you can feel the heat of the lights on your face, that's good! However, with the advent of LED lighting, you may not find yourself standing- to quote singer Billy Joel, "in the white-hot, spotlight"....but be sure you are in the light! Check the stage beforehand, see where the lights began and end on the platform. During your speech, sermon, or performance be sure you stay in the light when all possible. Do some quick online reading on stage lighting, and what are the best colors for your presentation. If you are using the full stage for your presentation, you'll want to take some time to create a lighting plot for your events; This is like a map for the lighting technicians. Again, a google search will provide more than you'll ever need to know.  I recommend starting with a simple site, learnstagelighting.com. Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Here's To Your Success! Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

  Once you've begun your talk, speech, or performance, be sure you intentionally make eye to eye contact with some folks. Acknowledging them. Then, be sure to look throughout the audience, even to the back of the room. If you are in a room with proper lighting, you won't be able to "see" people beyond the second or third rows. That's okay. Look beyond those lights and pretend that you see them. As you speak, move your head, as you look at your audience. Be sure to move about the stage or platform. But, not too much! Practice walking to a spot, delivering a few lines, or performing one piece. Your body stays put, but your head is moving and acknowledging the entire audience. If you are behind the podium, move out front for a few moments or even a few minutes. And don't forget while you are making eye contact to smile! If you know your speech, lines, or sermon well, you'll be able to engage your audience, instead of worrying about what you are going to say. Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Here's To Your Success!   Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

Walk On Music If you are a performer, you may already understand how powerful music can be to your entrance on stage. Even professional baseball players have realized this...as a player's favorite music piece is often played as he goes up to bat. If you've never used walk-on music when entering the stage or platform, give it a try. If you have a large stage space to cover before you get to the spot where you'll be speaking or performing from—this will help cover the silence, also known as "dead air" between applause and you being in position, too. Pick music that reflects your persona and sets the mood for your talk. This might be exciting, or soft. It's up to you. Also, you'll only need about 10-20 seconds, so some simple editing might be required. You can do this yourself in a music editing software like Garage Band. Or jump on fiver.com and have someone do it for you. Then, you can email the piece to the sound engineer for the event. I'd also have it on a flash drive that you carry with you to the event. Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Here's to your success! Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

  Be Vulnerable The stage can be a scary place. Research has shown that public speaking is the number one fear of many people. Number five is death. So, to quote Jerry Seinfeld, "You'd rather be in the coffin than speaking at the funeral." So, for those of us who put ourselves on stage on a regular basis, taking the next step of being vulnerable to our audience can be intimidating, too. But, it is a way to go deeper with your audience—and create that cathartic moment. When you share a bit of your heart with your audience, in your performance or speech, you are opening yourself, and your audience, in turn, will trust you—and be more attentive to what you are saying. So, as you are crafting your speech, talk or performance be sure to be a bit vulnerable on stage with your words. And you'll experience a much deeper connection with your audience. Here's To Your Success! Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

  You've probably seen it happen, at a conference, church service, or even a live show; There's nothing more awkward to a performer, speaker OR to the audience, than when the presenter's mic goes out.  And, if you are on stage for your part-time or full-time profession, it will happen to you at some point. This is a simple onstage tip that will save your bacon at some point. No matter what kind of mic you use, you always need to have a "back up".  If you are wearing a lapel or an over the ear mic, simply ask for handheld on a stand to be placed within an easy reach. If you are using a handheld, then just ask for another, and again, have it close by. I'd also recommend that you have in your arrival/set-up/rider information that you'll need that additional mic. That helps everyone. Here's To Your Success!     Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder  

  It seems silly at first—but if part of being "onstage" for you is wearing dress clothes, then you need to know this tip.  Collar stays are those little arrow-looking things that help hold your collar down.  Those plastic ones that come with dress shirts are meant to be replaced. Below are some links to some better solutions than those plastic ones. My favorite collar stays are by Fashion Anchor—they are little disposable sticky dots. You can learn more and order some here. You can also order metal and brass collar stays. Just search Amazon for "Collar Stays" and you'll have more choices than you could ever imagine! Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Here's To Your Success! Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

One of the best ways to build a good reputation in life is to keep your word. Fulfill your promises. This same timeless ideal also holds truthful in your on-stage career.  In this week's tip, we'll look at respecting the client that hired you, and the audience that is watching/listening to you. It's vital insight in building a trusting relationship in your industry. Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Here's To Your On-Stage Success! Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

If you've ever seen any using an iPad while they are speaking, you may have noticed the brightness of the screen being reflected in their glasses, or on their face.  From the audience point of view, it is distracting—and it's not necessary.  Here's a way to "invert" the colors so that won't happen to you. Follow These Four Easy Steps to invert the colors on your iPad while you speak. Launch the Settings app from the Home screen of your iPhone or iPad. Tap on General. Tap on Accessibility. Turn On the option for Invert Colors — it's under the Vision section at the top. That's it! Hope this helps you..become better! Here's To Your Success!     Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

  Thanks for listening! This is a follow up from the last episode...it's a great app and tip for being more efficient and effective while on the road. If you travel and carry a laptop with you, this is a great tip about using the flatscreen in the hotel to work smarter.  If you carry an iPad with you, too, you can use an app called, Duet—which converts it into a second monitor. Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Here's to your success!   Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

  In today's 2 Minute Tip, I'll share with you one of my favorite productivity tips, while working in the office; Add a second or even third monitor to your computer workspace. If you happen to use two monitors now—add a third.  I've been using three monitors for a number of years...and it is a fantastic way to get more done efficiently and effectively. You can add a monitor for not a whole lot of cash, and the return on investment is excellent. Check your current computer to see how and how many monitors you can use. Also, if you'd like to use an iPad as an external monitor, you can do that, too. Click here to learn about Duet. Here's To Your Success!     Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

2 Minute Tips - Scanning for Happiness   If you are like most speakers, performers or presenters you are also part entrepreneur and business manager. Learning to be effective on the business side of the show is vital to your long-term success. So in today's 2 Minute Tip, I want to share with you one of my favorite and most useful pieces of office-management hardware. It's the ScanSnap scanner by Fujitsu. (This is NOT a paid endorsement.)  I've used this scanner for about five years. It has helped me become more efficient in paperwork.  It works seamlessly with Evernote, which is a huge plus.  The advantage over other scanners is that you can insert (up to fifty pages) in the paper shoot, push a button and it will scan, even both sides in a, well, snap! It's fast, efficient, and works. Here's To Your Success!     Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

  In this two minute tip, we'll take an idea from number-crunchers and see how, as a creative, we can use the power of a spreadsheet to make our speech, talk, sermon or performance more organized and efficient.  You can use a spreadsheet to organize just about anything. If you are on a mac or windows Excel is the king. If you are on a Macintosh, Apple's Numbers is a great and pretty easy to understand spreadsheet tool.  However, Google has free online spreadsheets that may be the answer for you. Easy to use (for the most part) and accessible from anywhere. Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Here's to your success! Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder  

  If you have a contact form on your website...you need this tip! Be sure to check out your form on a regular basis to make sure that it is functioning properly.  It should be: emailing you the information when someone fills it out; AND saving a copy of that information on your website, too.  If you can, have it also send an email to a different email address. That way you lessen the chance of a potential client slipping being ignored. I use WP Forms on my site.  However, Ninja Forms is very cool, too.  These are both "plug-ins" for Wordpress based sites. Check with your web designer to see what might work best for you.  AND check it at least once a month. Here's Mine at the moment: Web Contact FormPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastOrganizationEmail *Tell me how I might serve you? *MessageSubmit Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Here's to your success! Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

  Elocution? The secret is voice power.  It's a noun and means the skill of clear and expressive speech, especially of distinct pronunciation and articulation.  So, as speakers, performers, entertainers, even preachers—those that communicate vocally—need to understand the importance of this.  But the first step to getting there is strong voice power. Not necessarily a strong commanding voice, but a powerful one.  That will only happen through proper breathing  So, in this two-minute tip, let's look at the first step in proper breathing.  See links below for more proper breathing techniques. Here's To Your Stage!   Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder Here are some links to breathing exercises and techniques. http://erinrebeccaroberts.com/blog/2017/2/6/breathing-exercises-for-singing-and-acting and https://www.theatrefolk.com/blog/a-simple-breath-control-exercise-for-actors-singers/    

no·men·cla·ture ˈnōmənˌklāCHər/ noun the devising or choosing of names for things, especially in a science or other discipline. the body or system of names in a particular field. plural noun: nomenclatures In this week's tip, let's look at the layout of the stage. If you'll be on stage, at some point you should be familiar with these terms.  No doubt if you been around theatre at all, you've heard them used. But sometimes, folks that don't have much experience with them, don't quite understand them.  So, below is an easy chart to help you remember these basic stage directions. Thanks to http://asn.jesandco.org/resources/S104B4BD for the above image. Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Here's to your Success! Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

  Burling Hull. He lived more than 100 years ago. He was quite the showman. Think P.T. Barnum, with attitude! He stood on some of the most famous stages in America. He was a contemporary of Houdini. In 1914 he wrote a booklet called, The Art of the Stage. It covered a variety of topics catering to the on-stage performer.  In this tip, I look at those four applause points and how we can use them effectively when on stage, today. They are Securing Applause; Creating Applause; Pulling Applause and Interrupting Applause. And there's more to come from this sage of the stage, Burling Hull. Here's to your stage success! Scott Humston Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder  

In this episode we'll approach the sticky topic of getting paid. There are a few things you can do, prior to your event, to help make sure that you aren't chasing down your check after the event is over. This IS an important topic, and knowing how to handle it efficiently and professionally.  Let's look at a couple of tips that can help achieve this. Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Here's To Your Success! Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder  

Asking for and receiving a deposit for your upcoming speech, performance or event is not just a quick "money grab" ; it is an acceptable and expected part of scheduling a professional.  It confirms that the date is on your calendar and should give the host peace of mind about your role in the upcoming event. In this tip, we'll take two minutes to look at this topic. Here's to your success! Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

  In this episode, I'll share with you a very simple action that will make the world of difference in your customer/client service. Everyone—part-time, full-time, or some-time, should use this technique to build satisfaction with your client base. Take 2 minutes...to become better! Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder Here's To Your Success!

  In this episode we'll look at the all important "Contract Rider".  Even if you aren't "full-time" and you think that having Rider to your contract isn't important...I hope you'll take a listen. Let's look at why should you have one;  Is it important? What should it do? How can you do it effectively—with out seeming overbearing. Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Here's To Your Success! Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

In this 2 Minute Tip, we'll look at the importance of having a separate bank account for your speaking or performing business. Even if you're just starting out—it's good to start out right. There are some easy, online options for setting up a bank account, too. Check out Simple Bank it's a great, and simple way to organize your business. You can also check with your current bank about opening another checking on savings accounts.   Be careful, though. If you want to open a business account—you'll have to have the official documents, licenses, and more.  This can be a crazy road to go down. And, someday, you'll need to do it.  Maybe that day is today.  Always get the advice of a CPA when it comes to this stuff. You'll be glad you did. Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder Here's To Your Success!

  In this episode, you'll learn why you really don't need an 800 or "toll-free" number any longer. We'll take a quick look at why you SHOULD have a separate phone number for your speaking/performing business. Check Google Voice for info on numbers.  And, I like Ring Central to manage my office calls; You can learn more at ringcentral.com. Tell 'em I sent 'ya. :0) Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder Here's To Your Success!     Scott

  Ready to hit the stage? Get on that platform? In this tip, I'll share the importance of warming your voice up. If you have trained theatre experience, you probably know about the importance of warming up that voice with voice exercises.  Here are some of my favorite vocal warm-ups: A box of biscuits, a box of biscuit mixes, a mixed box of biscuits. A real red rooster roosts in the rain. Mr. Knox keeps his socks in a pale pink chocolate box. They’re orange socks with spots and clocks. Slippery southern snakes slide swiftly down ski slopes. To sit in solemn silence on a dull dark dock, in a pestilential prison with a life-long lock, awaiting the sensation of a short sharp shock, from a cheap and chippy chopper on a big black block. He thrusts his fists against the posts and still insists he sees the ghosts. Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Here's To Your Success! Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

  Let's talk about being confident! If you want to take the stage to inform, educate, or entertain people, you must be confident! There are some simple ways to be confident on stage;  In today's two-minute tip I'll share those simple ideas to help you be confident in front of your next crowd. Take two minutes to become better! Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Here's to your success! Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

In this episode, you'll get a tip that literally can save your bacon in an event emergency; Why you should carry a flash drive with you to all your events.   Here's To Your Success! Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

  Today's two-minute tip may not be a revolutionary idea to my female listeners...but men...listen up! Here's a simple device that can save you embarrassment and make you more presentable before taking the platform. Take two minutes today to become a better presenter or performer. Here's To Your Success!     Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder  

  Many of us complain about the United States Postal Service—but this week I'd like to share an INCREDIBLE tip if you are a speaker, performer or "solopreneur"—or even run a small business.  The United States postal service has a program called, Informed Delivery.  You'll want to take two minutes this week to discover this gold resource for working more efficiently. If you are an overseas listener, I'd love to know if your postal service has something, similar.  Let me know in the comments below. Here's To Your Success! Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder    

  In today's 2 Minute Tips, we'll discuss the importance bringing the clothes that you are going to speak/perform in...not wearing them to the event. But it's not just clothing; Always have a change of shoes, too. Here's a quick tip to keep you looking sharp on stage! Here's to your success! Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

  In this episode, we'll discuss a road-warrior tip that is vital! It'll come in really handy for you! Promise! A golf-towel works great for this idea, too. Take 2 Minutes twice-a-week to become more polished and professional. Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder Here's to your success!

  While some venues make dictate that your pants hang off your butt, being on stage in a professional setting is not one of them. In this episode let's take a minute to realize the importance of pants that fit well. Thanks so much for listening! Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Also, you are looking for ways to get more bookings, you should most definitely check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself. You can get the first lesson, free, here. Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder Here's to your success!

  Use your outgoing Voice Mail for more than just an announcement of leaving a message. In this tip, I'll share a simple way to use your outgoing message to share other ways for people to reach you. I'd love for you to subscribe and review this podcast on iTunes. Looking for more bookings on your calendar?  You can try out my course, The Quick Course On Booking Yourself, here, free. Here's to your success!       Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright ©2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

  On today's episode here's a resource you really can't run a small business without.  I'll discuss why you should have a Dropbox Account. Please review and subscribe, thank you! Looking for more bookings in your speaking or performing business?  Check out The Quick Course On Booking Yourself, here. Here's to your success!     Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and are copyright © 2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

In this episode I'll discuss when speaking in a hotel, you should always ask for a room—even if you're not staying overnight. Please subscribe and review on iTunes. Thanks! Need to book more events? Try the Quick Course On Booking Shows, learn more here. Here's to your success! Two Minute Tips are recorded by me, Scott Humston, and our copyright 2018 by NDE, Inc. For more information on what I do, check out scotthumston.com and follow me on Twitter or Instagram @scotthumston and my hashtag is #sharewonder

  In this 2 Minute Tip, I'll share why your website should be complete; No missing images; half-written paragraphs, or something that says "insert text here". Your website is a reflection of you; Your show. Your Speech. Your brand. Simple rule: Complete it or delete it. Please subscribe and review! Thanks! Looking to book more shows?  Here's the system that I've used for 25 years. Take a peek, here. Here's to your success!  

In Episode 4, I'll give you the perfect tip when entering the stage. It's simple, but effective. Here's to your success!       You can also click here for The Quick Course On Booking Yourself

  Here's a tip to keep you sounding professional in every venue you do. Bring your own mic. A wireless microphone is three parts—a base receiver (that plugs into the sound board), the belt pack, and the mic itself. You'll want a professional mic, and one that you change the frequency on, to eliminate interference.  The best receiver and pack is by Sennheiser. The microphone itself—you have options—Countryman makes a excellent mic. Be sure to get the one that matches the input of the belt pack. You might prefer an over-the-ear mic to a lapel. You'll get less feedback and noise from the over-the-ear kind. Let me know your questions below. Here's to your success!       You can also click here to access info on The Quick Course on Booking Yourself.

  In today's two minute tip, I'll share with you a simple marketing idea for every email you send. Every time. Let me know what you think, below in the comments section. Also—if you are looking to book more shows this year, you should check out my Quick Course on Booking Yourself. You can learn more about that, and get the first lesson, free, here. Here's to your success!

A look at the humorous and touching career of magician Scott Humston.