“Now You See Me” Meeting Moments: Wow!
“Now You See Me” and Amazing Meeting Experiences: Here are 5 Budget-Conscious (and Completely Legal!) Ideas for Your Next Meeting or Corporate Event In Now You See Me, Louis Leterrier’s latest film, a team of four young illusionists use their talents to pull off a series of glamorous, incredible robberies—often in front of a large […]
Recent Press Hits in Alabama and Georgia
Just a quick update this time. I had two recent press hits, one relating to an entertainment opportunity in Alabama, and one regarding a speaking engagement on small business branding in metro-Atlanta. Cherokee County Herald 5-15-2013 (PDF file) The entertainment event was for the Cherokee County (AL) Chamber of Commerce. Even in the entertainment setting, […]
Atlanta Magician, Scandinavian Cruise!
Atlanta Magician Turner to Perform on Crystal Cruise Through Scandinavia Atlanta’s most-recommended magician, mentalist, and motivational speaker is headed to Scandinavia! Joe M. Turner joins the Crystal Serenity to entertain travelers during Crystal Cruises “Northern Europe Getaway” in June 2013. Crystal Cruises is the world’s top luxury cruise line, and Joe is part of a […]
Planner Perils: The High Price of Cheap Entertainment
Dangerous Waters Ahead Corporate meeting and event planners navigate dangerous waters. Even in a great economy, event planners and producers are right to be cost-conscious. Experienced planners, though, know that there are always significant hidden costs and risks associated with putting low-fee, bargain-basement entertainers or speakers in front of their audience. It destroys the event’s […]
Turner Magic Named Best of Atlanta 2013 for Corporate Entertainment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Turner Magic Entertainment Receives 2013 Best of Atlanta Award Atlanta Award Program Honors the Achievement ATLANTA May 15, 2013 — Turner Magic Entertainment has been selected for the 2013 Best of Atlanta Award in the Corporate Entertainment category by the Atlanta Award Program. Each year, the Atlanta Award Program identifies companies that […]
Dishwasher Courage
Dishwasher Courage: Charles Ramsey, Momentary Hero This week’s rescue of Amanda Berry, Gina DeJesus, and Michele Knight after a decade of captivity in their abductor’s Cleveland home has made an internet celebrity out of Charles Ramsey, the McDonald’s-munching dishwasher whose colorful interviews captured the heart of America and added a bit of comic relief to […]
In Honor of Teacher Appreciation Week
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week. In honor of teachers, I’d like to tell you about a few who had an impact on my life. First, my mother, father, and my grandmother. Naturally your parents are your first teachers, but my grandmother Mildred was also an enormous influence on me. Mammaw was a high school English teacher, […]
Social Media and Networking Results!
Social Media and Business Networking in Action Ever wondered about the real-life value of your social media activity? Ever felt like you were wasting time at the business networking events you attend? Let me share with you something that recently brought the sometimes-fuzzy ROI of social media and business networking into the realm of the […]
3 Key Dynamics of Strolling Magic
Adding Interactive Magic and Mentalism to Group Receptions and Networking Events Event planners and meeting planners face unusual challenges. One of these is the “networking event” or “welcome reception” – traditionally held on the first evening of a conference. Imagine that you’re planning a meeting or conference that is going to draw people from around […]
Focus: The Key to Effective Action
The Curse of the Capable You have overcome obstacles. You’ve hired outstanding people, trained them through their skill gaps, and equipped them with amazing tools. You’ve streamlined your organizational structure, your physical environment, and your business processes. You’ve established clear goals, reviewed them regularly, motivated and encouraged and team-built like all the books said. And […]
