Magicians need
to get social

A friend, who designs Web sites and develops online strategies for political candidates, recently shared a link to a YouTube video about the social media revolution. If you have no idea what "social media revolution" means, you probably should.

The Internet, through sites like Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and others, presents people with an incredible opportunity to get their message out. I know many magicians are utilizing these sites, of which many are free, to promote their acts.

Check out the video my friend sent, it might just be the catalyst that moves you to creating a greater online presence for your magic, puppet, clown or ventriloquist act. Be warned, though, how much of your private life you want to share with the whole world.

Here is the"Social Media Revolution" video: