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Lumas Loyal user NYC 202 Posts |
Random Acts of Kindness by Jerome Finley
Effect: This offering is all about our time spent with an audience and little things we can do to dramatically increase the rapport, impact and magical moments shared with our participants. -While there are routines in this book, it is really meant to give you a set of tools to strengthen your performances. How often do magicians and mentalists tell a spectator to pick a card, think of it, and then it is named by the mentalist. Honestly, who really cares? This book will help you to change uninspired and unemotional performances into to something much, much more. This book is about making a performance memorable. “Godspeed” – a psychological illusion for effectively “speeding” time up for a person. -Jerome Finley knows what he is talking about in this effect. Finely goes into detail about some basic biological psychology processes and why they help this effect to work. -“Godspeed” can be performed for 1 person or 200 people. Finley tells you how to practice this on yourself. Try it. It works. He also gives you a real life example of how this worked for him on his wife and for a random man on a very long flight. -You need to be creative to incorporate this effect, but if you already have a routine where you speed up time, then Finley's patter can easily be adapted to your existing effect and make it about 10x stronger in the process. “Always on my mind” – Tools and techniques to assure we are REMEMBERED by our spectators and create natural interest, intrigue and rapport wherever we go. -As per the description, these are scripts one can use to build rapport with their audience. The first script is very good if you do cold readings. Although I’m sure that Jerome Finely didn’t intend for this to happen, this script is very effective if you are trying to pick up girls (thanks Jerome). -The second part of the script can be used to quiet a heckler and resolve the issue he is having with you. Rather than confronting him in a way that may seem aggressive or confrontational, the script provided comes off as very light hearted and as if you have a sincere want to do whatever is possible for the heckler so that he will stop heckling you and enjoy your performance. -The last part of the script is used as a closing speech to your audience. Really, really good stuff here. Basically, this script will make your audience feel like they had a hand in making your show great and that you appreciate everything they did for you. This is an excellent way to depart and these few lines of script alone will probably get you a few shows in the future. “A Bright New Outlook” – My take on the “Teardrop” effect in magic and mentalism and how I use it to seal my private readings; a very special moment to be shared when you want and need to create the deepest impact possible. For entertainment purposes only and with DT3's blessing of course! -This is a method for producing tears from your eyes. If you are doing any type of an effect with an emotional hook, this would fit in nicely. It also includes a great line to end your cold reading on. “In the Madhouse” – an imaginary scene is created in the mind of a participant and EXPERIENCED in real time by the performer! Easy to do and garners wonderful reactions, this piece is ripe with psychological subtleties and ruses. One can apply this work to virtually any drawing duplication or covertly obtained piece of information for a very ‘REAL’ feeling revelation. -This effect is worth the price of the book! A spectator thinks of a random place and then you describe the sights, sounds, smells and emotions they are feeling as they relive the moment in their mind. The technique can also be used in a drawing duplication. -Included in this routine is a special list that will make you get a hit on almost everything you say when performing this routine. You can use this list to make it seem like you are actually viewing, in real time, what the spectator is merely thinking of. -There is about a a minute of set up, but it is very easy. “The Crimson Wall of Lictalon” – “Building Blocks” type strategies for creating extra phenomenon within all of our performances. -In this, Jerome Finley shows one how to give the audience suggestions, which in turn, they will interpret and feel in various different ways during your performance. It is like pacing and leading: you tell the audience what they will experience and they will! -There is also a section on breathing techniques and how to use them on your audience to induce states of relaxation and light trances. While I wouldn’t use this on my audience, I have tried it before on myself and it works. “Playing Card Readings” – a simple system that any magician or mentalist can use to begin giving effective readings with playing cards immediately. -This is a method for giving a character reading based on a card the spectator picks (and you do not see). It is a really good impromptu effect and something I will consider using. “Into the Twilight” – My own take on the classic Paul Harris effect, “Twilight Angels” for use in magical flavored mentalism and celestial bizarre magic. Comes with GREAT praise from Mr. Harris himself! -This is another one of my favorites in the book. You need gaff cards called “Twilight Angels,” which were made by Paul Harris. They cost about $4.50 for 10 of them. -The effect is similar to “Twilight Angels” in that the performer makes the two angels on the back of a bike card join together in one circle. However, Finley's script and the handling is what makes this effect so strong. -While I do not plan on buying the gaffs needed, I already made up my own way to use this without the gaffs. It is really easy to do this with no gaffs and in my opinion, would be much stronger without them. “The Ideometer Key” – a presentational ploy for the “Haunted Key” effect. I also tip my hypnotic induction technique with the key as a tool for mild trance like states. -This is a great routine where you make the spectator feel as if they are moving the key with their own mind. A simple induction is used and it will make the spectator very relaxed and in a light trance state, which is the reason why the spectator will feel like they are really doing the magic here. And much more! Price: $60.00, but worth so much more. Teaching: The quality of teaching is exceptional. The writing is crystal clear and everything is easy to understand. Jerome Finely provides real world examples of when, how, and why the effects work the way they do. There are no stones left unturned. Quality of materials: While this is an ebook, it is nicely produced and easy to read. I don’t think there is a single typo! Difficulty: I think that one needs to have good presentation skills to make this material as good as it really is. You need to actually be sincere with the scripts in this book. If you just memorize the patter and speak like a robot (like 90% of magicians do) these routines will be useless for you. The effect must look, feel, and SOUND real in order for it to work. Keep in mind that this book is more of a set of tools than a book of routines. You will need to be creative and apply the techniques learned in this book. If you like being spoon-fed material, then look elsewhere. Applications: There are so many different pieces in here that can be applied to every aspect of a performance. From opening to closing material, it is all here. I will leave you with Luke Jermay’s thoughts on this book: “Jerome is one of those who lead the way. I have had the pleasure of seeing Jerome perform his material in a wide and varied set of conditions from loud nightclubs and bars to formal performance. I can safely say I enjoy watching Jerome perform and I always take something from his written works and ‘Random Acts of Kindness’ is no different. I have enjoyed the material Jerome sets out within this manuscript in his performances. I took several ideas and inspirations from the book. I recommend this to any serious thinking performer. We will see you further down the path.” - Luke Jermay |
Nathan Pain Inner circle iowa 2825 Posts |
Great review!
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mesmer Inner circle 1186 Posts |
Great Review Brother Lumas.....
I have RAOK....one of the Principle in it just got me a new Girlfriend...but that's another story anyway....this RAOK is GOLD.....either you get this or you don't it's just like Wonder Words.....it's not for everyone, just like Krispy Kreme I love "in to the Madhouse".....this alone Improve my Act that I just wrote...it gives a touch of realism it is indeed Worth much more than $.60.00 I also reccomended Tought Dial.....it is a Killer if you combine with this RAOK |
LukePreston Regular user 138 Posts |
Great review. Any chance of outlining briefly what the 'And much more!' covers?
More effects and techniques, and if so what are they? Or essays? Or naked centrefolds? Any of these options would be great. |
scarnecky Veteran user Utah 330 Posts |
Here is the link to further discussion of this fine material in "Penny"
http://www.themagiccafe.com/forums/viewt......forum=15 Onward Scar |
Waters Inner circle 2508 Posts |
This is really a fantastic and inspirational book. It gives us a peek into the mind of a genius. Great stuff, indeed.
Sean |
Jerome Finley V.I.P. SLC 3419 Posts |
Thank you all for the kind words and wonderful reviews. I appreciate it!
Waters, It takes one to know one -JF
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takeachance Inner circle 3764 Posts |
I found it OK, at least a lot more workable than his other publishing TC which was very disappointing. Nothing new in method but at least an interesting plot.
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Jerome Finley V.I.P. SLC 3419 Posts |
Thank you, takeachance -
Everbody is entitled to their own opinion and I certainly respect yours, too. Best, Jerome
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dmoses Inner circle 2261 Posts |
I have to disagree with you takeachance I use the thinking from Thought Channel almost everyday!
No exaggeration.
"You're a comedian. You wanna do mankind a service, tell funnier jokes."
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Jerome Finley V.I.P. SLC 3419 Posts |
Dave,
You are not alone. There are many performers who love and use my 'Thought Channel' routine everyday in their paid, professional work. It just goes to show you can't please all the people all the time (but I'm dang close!). Thank you for your support and appreciation, Mr. Moses. -Jerome
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takeachance Inner circle 3764 Posts |
Well I must say I was shocked by the reaction of Jerome Finley to my post and disappointment of TC. He very kindly contacted me to ask how he could make it right and offered tremendous back up to me, his customer. Further coaching and material was sent promptly my way to help me achieve satisfaction and understanding of the material. Has it helped? Yes definately. I may not use it exactly as written but have already created a very useful addition to what I consider one of my favorite and strongest routines, and I might add, what I originally purchased TC for. So now I am very happy with the purchase, a 180 degree turn around due to communication initiated by Jerome
I will mention this in parting. An additional value I received from this encounter was the manner my obvious discontent was dealt with. I underestimated it when I first read it. It is a technique he actually shares in Random Acts of Kindness and delivered in all sincerity when he first contacted me. His communication skills and understanding of human emotions are sharply honed. One cannot help but like him. A dangerous person indeed. |
jstone Inner circle Someday I'll have 1473 Posts |
I've met Jerome, and had him over to my house once. Although I don't know him well, everything I do know about him points to him being a stand up guy with a great deal of integrity. Add customer service to the mix too. I have a few of his products, and I've been extremely impressed with them. I just recently finished reading RAOK, and I loved it.
These are similar techniques taught by Dale Carnegie in "How to Win Friends and Influence People." I dare say that RAOK might be a modern version of that book on many levels. Jerome not only applies it to performances and personal readings but to everyday interactions with family, friends, acquaintances and strangers. takachance, I'm glad things worked out for you, and it says a lot about you that you were willing to hear another side of the story and be open minded enough to consider change. We need more people like you and Jerome on this planet. |
Jerome Finley V.I.P. SLC 3419 Posts |
Takachance,
Thank you. I'm honored to be of service and you've shown a great deal of professional interest, knowledge, courtesy and integrity yourself. I do my best to take everything into consideration; the good and the bad - as it ALL assists me in creating a better more fulfilling experience for my customers. I appreciate your feedback and words on this forum and in private. The gifts I see in you are boldness, passion and clarity. It was my pleasure to assist you and make this relationship and experience 'a 10.' I much appreciate the opportunity to serve you and thank you again for your kind support, interest and feedback regarding my work, material and offerings. Please let me know if you require anything further. As I've said before, I'm ONLY here to help and I truly mean that. Jeff, Thank you, buddy! It was a pleasure meeting you, jamming and work-shopping our ideas, methods for the Rubix Cube and presentations. You were a tremendous help to me and I appreciate your time. I could say all the same things for you and and I truly mean that! The gifts I see in you are enthusiasm, excitement and a refreshing drive to push our art and performances forward that I admire and respect completely. It's a true honor to know you and I hope to see you again soon. I've long maintained that what we see in others is a direct reflection of qualities and attributes we can or have seen within ourselves. There have been quite a few requests for a 'Random Acts of Kindness Part II' and I think this is a project I will be taking on in time, we'll see! Thanks again to everyone for their kind support, reviews and interest in my work, approach and offerings to the art of mentalism. I'm truly blessed. Warm regards, Jerome
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Steve Suss Inner circle 1193 Posts |
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On 2008-09-04 02:25, takeachance wrote: Ditto to the above. Jerome takes customer service to the extreme. I too was having trouble with a routine and he promptly gave me some great advice. He really goes out of his way to make sure you get it right. It's this kind of customer service that gives you confidence in purchasing more of his material. Jerome is raising the bar in many ways. Steve |
Nathan Pain Inner circle iowa 2825 Posts |
Jerome is a good guy.
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Skylippo New user 37 Posts |
I've learned a lot from this book. At first glance several of these techniques seem a bit corny, or at least corny to the image I've built thus far. That all changed when I scripted my performance of Flow to include a couple of Jerome's tools from the “Always on my mind” section. It turned a very simple "trick" into an extremely powerful demonstration of positive thinking visualization. The reaction I received from my very first try completely changed the type of character I wanted to portray. So I went back to the material and tried all the techniques I originally thought too Oprah and all I can say is, if you commit yourself to delivering the scripts(in your own words and style of course) with sincerety these tools are very infuential and can help you build a strong rapport almost instantly. The incredible thing is, a lot of these techniques have application well outside of mentalism. I would even recommend this text to those who just want to build their network, whatever the industry.
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Jerome Finley V.I.P. SLC 3419 Posts |
Thank you, Sky.
Welcome to the Café! -JF
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Marqus Special user 899 Posts |
Boy, am I late getting to the show!
Is there any where to still purchase this? |
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