Fun, Careers, and Giant Otters with Eric Dittelman | TSMP #101

Are You Having Fun Within Your Entertainment Business? If Yes, You Are Doing It Right! Eric Dittelman is a talented mentalist based in the USA; and performs at corporate and collegiate events. Often known by just his surname, Dittelman combines amazing mind reading with stand-up and improv comedy. In 2012, he blew audiences away as the first ever mind reader on NBC's America's Got Talent where he was a season 7 Top Ten finalist and judges' favorite. He has since appeared on Ellen, Live with Kelly and Ryan, and Penn & Teller: Fool Us. He’s also been featured in Entertainment Weekly, Rolling Stone, and even The National Enquirer. He has studied improv comedy with The Upright Citizens Brigade, ImprovBoston, and The Second City. In 2018, he made his Broadway debut appearing with The Illusionists. In this episode, Eric joins Aidan and Ashley to share his unfiltered thoughts about his America’s Got Talent performance, life as a busy performer, and daily business operations. Topics Discussed Include: [00:45] Who Is Eric Dittelman? [04:00] Eric’s Plate Spinning Theory [06:05] How To Prepare For A Television Spot [10:15] Business Shift After Eric’s AGT Appearance [13:15] Maximising Your Performance Opportunities [16:00] Well Tested Method To Find Your Niche [19:05] Dittelman’s Feedback Mechanism [22:25] Overcoming The Biggest Business Challenges [25:15] Importance Of Building Personal Rapport [27:35] Intricacies Of Life On The Road [35:20] Transition Into Virtual Shows [39:10] What’s Coming Next For Dittelman? Find More About Eric Dittelman: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/35sRVDc6VYkC06RsSMQo2J (Mind Over Magic) Website: https://www.ericdittelman.com/ (EricDittelman.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edittelman/ (@edittelman) Bonus Resources: 3 Steps To Earn £2000 Per Month From Magic: https://thesuccessfulmentalist.com/momentum/ (TheSuccessfulMentalist.com/Momentum) Join Our Facebook Group: https://thesuccessfulmentalist