How You Can Make a Living Doing Close-Up Magic

Strolling for Dollars

The no-fluff, real-world playbook for magicians who want to get paid—straight from a Las Vegas headliner who’s done it thousands of times.

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The Ultimate Playbook for Professional Strolling Magicians

Strolling for Dollars maps out the business, marketing, and performance strategies that have kept Jason in demand for over two decades. This is not theory—it’s a blueprint tested in cocktail parties, trade shows, weddings, and Fortune 500 events You’ve got the skill. Now it’s time to get the paycheck. This isn’t just a book—it’s your fast track to paid gigs, power positioning, and professional confidence.

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The no-fluff, real-world playbook

What You’ll Learn

Booking Mastery: How to land consistent gigs without relying on agents or chance

Pricing Power: When (and how) to raise your rates without losing clients

Event Customization: Ways to tailor your strolling magic to branding, themes, and audience demographics

Client Retention: The secret to turning one-time events into recurring bookings

Upsells & Extras: How to turn strolling into stage work, emceeing, or long-term contracts

Real-World Marketing: Scripts, pitches, and follow-up emails that actually convert

Mindset & Presence: The confidence frameworks Jason uses to create “invisible authority” at any event

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A Riveting, Mind-Blowing Experience

Inside the Pages

Foreword by Magic Icon Jeff McBride – An introduction from one of the most respected names in magic

Exclusive Interviews with the world’s top strolling magicians—each revealing their best tips for performance and business

Evergreen Strategies – Principles that work in any market, any decade

Control the Room - Forget being charming. Be undeniable. Walk into any room and instantly shift attention, authority, and energy—without ever needing a stage.

Break the Booking Code No more begging for gigs or waiting to be discovered. Learn the exact system to land paid shows, negotiate like a pro, and turn one gig into thirty.

Turn Tricks into Income This isn’t about fooling people—it’s about positioning yourself as unforgettable. Master the business of close-up magic and become the magician clients pay to remember.

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the straight-shooting, field-tested guide

Why This Book Matters

Whether you’re a seasoned magician looking to earn more or a hobbyist dreaming of going pro, Strolling for Dollars gives you a competitive edge in a crowded marketplace. Jason’s career spans everything from bustling Las Vegas casinos to private yachts, from weddings to Fortune 100 boardrooms. His methods work because they’ve been pressure-tested in the real world—and they’re adaptable to your style. This book is designed to be your lifelong reference guide, packed with timeless strategies you can revisit year after year.

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A Master of the art and business of magic

About Jason Bird

Jason Bird is a Las Vegas headliner, television performer, and internationally respected sleight-of-hand artist and mentalist. He has performed on NBC, FOX, and The CW’s Masters of Illusion, and has been trusted by top-tier clients including Google, Mercedes-Benz, American Express, and The Ritz-Carlton. Known for crafting immersive, conversational miracles, Jason blends high-impact magic with strategic business insight—making him uniquely qualified to write this book.

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