"Ahhh, the old ones are the best! Seriously, though, Magic can sometimes help where conventional methods are lacking. Maybe I can help reinforce some ideas in a training session, break the ice at seminars or just improve morale in an office."

What kind of businesses hire you?

"All kinds, really. I've worked for every kind of business from a hairdresser to a multi-national corporation."

What kind of things do you do for businesses?

"Well, for some it's obvious. Wedding venues and Planners hire me for their clients' receptions, companies book me to help attract people to their trade show stands, advertisers ask me to make their product launch a bit different. I'm also often hired to entertain in hospitality areas or at social and networking events."

What are the hard benefits of hiring you?

"I think one of the main things is that I become one of your Unique Selling Points. Having a magician can make your restaurant or bar stand out from the crowd, or make your stand noticeble at the Trade Show. Also, I can subtly weave your message into what I do, acting as part of your sales team and generating interest in your products."

Anything else?

"Yes, I can add impact to your training sessions on things like customer relationships, observation, people-management and so on. How much does low morale cost your business? Give your employees a little boost. A bit of magic puts smiles on the faces of customers and staff alike in High Street stores. I haven't found a business yet that can't get something out of it!"

"Oh, and by the way - about that tax bill? I'm a legitimate business expense too!"