1. IS YOUR ENTERTAINER INSURED & CERTIFIED?

Although Cris has never had any kind of "incident" during his 15+ years of performing, he is fully insured ($2 million liability) because many clients simply want the piece of mind. He is also a Certified Hypnotist and Certified Stress Consultant through the International Hypnosis Association, which means he has the proper training to guarantee your group a safe, enjoyable event.

IMPORTANT TIP: Beware of ANY hypnotist who has pictures of hypnotised subjects balanced with their head and feet on the backs of two chairs, with their bodies unsupported. This is EXTREMELY dangerous. Any hypnotist doing this is clearly only concerned with "showing off" when their primary concern SHOULD be the enjoyment of your guests in a safe, appropriate manner.

2. IS YOUR ENTERTAINER CLEAN & APPROPRIATE?

Is your entertainer going to do something inappropriate, use off-color language or give you any other reasons to regret your decision? You simply can NOT afford to risk it. Many comedians and other hypnotists make a big show of all the comedy clubs they've worked. Think about what you see on Comedy Central and ask if THIS is the kind of humor you want for your event. Cris' programs are 100% clean. If anyone leaves the program unhappy or offended, you get it FREE, and in 15 years, no one has taken him up on it!

3. IS YOUR ENTERTAINER EASY TO WORK WITH OR A "PRIMA DONA?"

So many entertainers want the 'Las Vegas Star Treatment.' They want special lighting, a bowl of green M&Ms...What garbage! You shouldn't have to worry about a performer's ego. Cris guarantees he'll be the easiest performer you EVER work with. He can adapt to any performing situation and he'll even pay the Gigmaster's 5% booking fee for you. It's one less thing for you to worry about...

4. DOES YOUR ENTERTAINER OFFER A VARIETY OF PROGRAM OPTIONS?

Many entertainers only offer one act and nothing else. As you know, no one act can be all things to all people! Therefore, Cris offers entertainment programs and programs with educational content, as well as customization.

----------------- Entertainment Programs - MAGIC & MIND READING PROGRAMS -----------------

Most magic or mind reading shows are a series of disjointed tricks or routines. There's no story, and the performer is usually just showing off. Cris Johnson has designed several different shows with an actual plot to them! They're interactive, amazing, fun, and are designed to get your guests into the story! Choose from "MURDER BY MAGIC" (a magic-filled murder mystery), "HOW TO PICK UP DATES" (A self-help spoof) or "BUY IT NOW!" (An informercial parody). Contact Cris for program details and customization options.

----------------------- Entertainment Programs - STAGE HYPNOSIS SHOWS -----------------------

Cris also offers Stage Hypnosis programs which are perfect for event planners wanting interactive entertainment. Cris calls for volunteers and relaxes them into a hypnotic trance... from there, they will have their surroundings changed, their personalties temporarily altered and a lot more. It's fun and, unlike other hypnotists, he NEVER embarrasses anyone...no "clucking like chickens" here! Just good clean fun that will make you look GREAT!

Again, most hypnosis shows are simply a series of disjointed skits. Cris Johnson has gone beyond that, and uses his hypnosis to tell a story! Themes include "YOU'VE WON THE LOTTERY!" and "BE A HOLLYWOOD CELEBRITY!" Contact Cris for program details and optional customization.

----------------------- EDUCATIONAL CONTENT PROGRAMS -----------------------

Cris also offers programs with educational content. He uses magic, mind reading, volunteer participation and humor to enhance his messages. His current topics include:

HUMOR IN THE WORK PLACE - a light-hearted approach to the idea of creating a fun work environment. Cris will cover 3 myths of humor in the workplace, steps to creating a fun atmosphere at work and the Top Ten benefits of humor in the workplace.

$UCCESS MAGIC! - This program covers Cris' "7 Step Success Formula" in which he reveals simple time management tips, ways to achieve your goals and much more.

HOW TO INCREASE YOUR MEMORY - Cris will teach your group some simple ways to make remembering facts, lists and even foreign vocabulary easier. Some guests will actually demonstrate their mastery of the techniques during the program!

STRESS MANAGEMENT - Learn the causes of stress, the consequences of not reducing stress and find out some simple ways to manage your stress.

----------------- TABLESIDE or GROUP "MINGLE" MAGIC -----------------

Also known as "strolling" magic, this type of entertainment is perfect for outdoor events, cocktail parties and more. Cris entertain small groups of people by amazing them with magic and mind reading inches from their eyes, with much of the amazement happening in their own hands! Steel forks will bend on its own, the time will change on watches, money will change denminations, objects will float in the air and more!

5. WILL YOUR ENTERTAINER EMBARRASS YOUR GUESTS?

Is your entertainer going to make your guests do silly things or is this person going to direct mean-spirited humor at them? Cris has found this happens with a lot of comedians and other hypnotists. Who wants to be embarrassed in front of their friends or co-workers? No one! During Cris' programs, he GUARANTEES that no one will be embarrassed - EVER. In fact, during his programs, your guests will actually be empowered, and made to be the STARS of the show, which leads to...

6. IS YOUR ENTERTAINER INTERACTIVE & FUN OR BORING & NEVER-ENDING?

Too many magicians and other entertainers only want to show off. "Look at me! I'm fooling you with my silly tricks!" How boring!

During Cris' mind reading programs, YOUR GUESTS will apparently display incredible mind reading abilities.

During Cris' comedy stage hypnosis programs, they will travel on imaginary vacations, see hilarious movies, get the sports car of their dreams and much more.

What makes this so incredible is the fact that after the program, your guests will be saying, "I have no idea how I did that...but it was FUN!" People will talk about it for years!

7. DOES YOUR ENTERTAINER OFFER A FULL INFORMATION PACKAGE, EVENT PLANNING TOOLS AND A TESTIMONIAL BOOK?

Let's be honest. Here at Gigmasters, you have access to a LOT of entertainment options. Entertainers of all backgrounds can join. Your event is FAR too important to judge a potential entertainer by a quick couple of paragraphs.

Before hiring anyone, ask the entertainer to send you a full information package AND testimonial book. Most entertainers won't have such a package. Cross them off your list! Dedicated, experienced entertainers will provide you with a complete information package about their services and include a bound book full of letters from other clients raving about their show, how clean they were, and how easy it was to work with them.

The rare performer will also provide you with an audio CD of clients talking about the performer so you can hear the words straight from the clients' mouths...and KNOW that the comments were not "made up."

SPECIAL TIP: Dedicated, experienced entertainers, those with a MINIMUM of 8-10 years' experience, will also supply you with event planning articles, check lists and even complete workbooks. The rare professional who offers these kinds of tools understands the details of what makes a special event like yours a smooth, trouble-free success. Taking your chances with anyone else is too risky.

8. DOES YOUR PERFORMER GUARANTEE HIS/HER PROGRAMS?

Does your entertainer fully guarantee his/her programs? If for ANY reason, you're not satisfied, Cris will tear up your check on the spot and you'll get his program FREE...and what's more, he's so SURE your group will LOVE his programs that he will give your company $250 if they don't!! (Not to worry, though, in 15 years, no one has ever taken him up on it.)

IMPORTANT MESSAGE: Before you read any further, consider: Are you stressed out about the planning of your event? Planning a special event can be an incredibly difficult and time-consuming ordeal...until now! Cris has taken his 15+ years of experience across the United States and Canada and packed it all into an incredible 40-page workbook titled, "The Utimate Event Planning Workbook." You can get a copy (along with other event planning articles, checklists and additional tools) sent to you FREE simply by asking Cris.