by TonyB » Feb 19th, '17, 01:10
When someone opts for the character reading I do their palm. When they ask me for a quick look at a problem, I take out a tarot deck and have them pick three cards (no more). That is just how I handle it. I would say 90% opt for the character reading.
I find that once you have done the first few, people really get enthusiastic. A crowd grows. Mostly women, but men too. I often tell bookers to get me to do the readings, and a magician who will entertain the rest. Because in general magic appeals more to men while readings appeal more to women. Gross generalisation I know, but with some truth to it. And by having a magician and a reader you cover all bases.
If I am working the room alone and doing both magic and readings, I start with magic then switch, because if you start with readings, you will never end, and the magic i out the window!