The Being On Stage Podcast

Have You Ever Said This After a Show?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 5 Feb 2020 18:30:07 +0000

If you expect worse from yourself then y ou need to spend more time on the preparation side of things. Let's review what expectations do to your talent.....D-E-S-T-R-O-Y.

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You Don't Have to Get Naked

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 3 Feb 2020 03:30:00 +0000

Yes, its true, it sells. But what does it say about your talent if that is all that is there? Have respect for your talent and share it in the right way.

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It's Time to Up Your Game

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 27 Jan 2020 21:31:23 +0000

When you feel yourself hitting a plateau and you no longer feel challenged, its time for a change. Its time for an upgrade to your talent and performance.

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Making Your Audience Erupt

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 17 Jan 2020 04:02:51 +0000

In this episode you will hear 3 easy ways to make your audience go nuts. Like everything else we do on stage, it is all about about timing and attitude but when done correctly your audience WILL respond.

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Messing Up on Stage

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 10 Jan 2020 01:12:20 +0000

Every performer should remember the golden rule for performing on stage: When you mess up, Keep going, don't stop no matter what.

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Tap, Tap, Tap...Is This Thing On?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 8 Jan 2020 01:29:00 +0000

Sometimes it can be difficult to build your energy on stage when you are not getting a response form the audience. But what are you doing to trigger their response?

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Updates and Resolutions

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 31 Dec 2019 15:20:01 +0000

Setting up my goals for 2020, make sure you do the same. Need some idea's? These are perfect resolutions for anyone, especially performers.

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An Appealing Appearance for your Audience

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 16 Dec 2019 02:45:21 +0000

The first connection people have with you is visually. What you wear on stage is almost as important as what you do.

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Who's on Your Side?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 8 Dec 2019 00:19:31 +0000

What do you do when you feel like your cheering section is a little empty? Get a cheerleader and keep playing.

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Life Happens, Keep Going

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 23 Nov 2019 16:09:11 +0000

We all go through periods of life that seem to be keeping us from our passion. You have to keep going and make your talent one of your priorities.

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How to Use the Stage

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 15 Nov 2019 15:30:33 +0000

Restricting yourself on stage will lose the audience. You have to use the space you have to engage the audience and make them feel more (or less) intensity during your show.

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Put Some Clothes On

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 10 Nov 2019 18:39:08 +0000

Its no secret that sex sells but if you really want to win over your audience long term, you have to rely on your talent not your body. Time to get dressed.

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It's Time to Change it Up

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 3 Nov 2019 19:54:13 +0000

Making changes can make people nervous and even scared. Performers especially can get caught up in monotony and neglect to embrace and look for ways to change and grow.

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The Right Opportunity

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 25 Oct 2019 15:46:00 +0000

There are going to be people that don't understand you, underestimate you, or just don't like you but you have to keep moving forward. The opportunity you are REALLY looking for will come.

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Nervous Before the Performance

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 23:59:01 +0000

When you are about to step on stage in font of your audience you absolutely should be nervous. Every. Single. Time. Being nervous is a sure sign that you care about what you are putting out there.

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Mission Accomplished

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 13 Oct 2019 01:44:36 +0000

When you set your goal for the year it can seem like a daunting task but when you hold yourself accountable and keep pressing on you will see that you CAN accomplish that goal.

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Birthing Your Inner Rock Star

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 11 Oct 2019 04:12:40 +0000

The best experience you will ever have as a performer is the process of growing into the performer you visualize when you close your eyes.

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How to Really Find Success

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 6 Oct 2019 17:54:34 +0000

It's easy to have a vision of what we want for ourselves. What's difficult is the work we have to put in to make that our reality. The decision to put in that work lies only with you.

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Making More Mistakes

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 4 Oct 2019 16:30:04 +0000

Making mistakes onstage is 100% inevitable. The important thing is how you recover and move forward after it happens.

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You Need a Little Punctuation

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 29 Sep 2019 21:33:36 +0000

Apostrophe. Semi-colon. Ellipsis. Exclamation point. Each one of these punctuation marks represent something incredible in your journey.

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Just Ask For What You Want

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Brittian) — Tue, 24 Sep 2019 02:51:34 +0000

The easiest way to get that next gig is as simple as asking for it. There are opportunities everywhere you just have to go after them.

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You Don't Have to Explain Yourself

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 20 Sep 2019 04:17:03 +0000

It's inevitable. Someone will ask you what the meaning of your performance is or tell you what they think it means. How do you handle it when that happens?

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What I Learned in Two Years

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 04:55:34 +0000

Two years ago I was just getting the plan going for this podcast. Since then there are a few things that have changed and a whole lot of lessons.

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Performing is Like a Boat

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 14 Sep 2019 04:03:58 +0000

Boats were not made to stay safely in the harbor. They were made to crash into the waves. Performers are no different. You were given this talent to go out and take risks, crashing into waves as you move forward.

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Motivation for Performers

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 11 Sep 2019 03:32:17 +0000

Performers will face a lot in their journey so we have to stay extra motivated. Whether you are working towards goals, facing challenges, or just trying to move forward, motivation is powerful.

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Why You Need a Coach

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 9 Sep 2019 03:20:21 +0000

Every great performer has had a coach at some point in their career. Find a coach or mentor that focuses on building you up and challenging you to grow, someone that believes in your dreams.

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Using Body Movement on Stage

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 6 Sep 2019 12:17:36 +0000

Something that I learned from the Power Rangers is the importance of body movement. You can adopt this same practice on stage, while not as over-the-top as the Rangers, body movement will elevate your performance.

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Plan, Prepare, and Pray

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 5 Sep 2019 04:08:43 +0000

There are going to be times when you prepare and prepare but it the performance just doesn't match all the preparation and planning you put into it.

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You are Like a Hurricane

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 1 Sep 2019 02:23:42 +0000

When a hurricane begins developing many people try to predict where its going to end up. No matter how much technology we have the predicted path continues to change. You path as a performer will do the same, change and shift until you finally make it.

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Be the Performer You Want to Watch

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 03:27:44 +0000

Do you ever dread watching a video of a recent performance? If you want that feeling of dread to go away you must become the performer that you would look forward to watching.

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Your Time to Move Forward

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Brittian) — Tue, 27 Aug 2019 02:59:35 +0000

Once in a while you will have a performance that just doesn't sit right and makes you feel awful. You have to have a plan to move past those feeling in order to avoid getting stuck.

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Please Don't Give Up

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Brittian) — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 14:48:45 +0000

When you are in your darkest moments, you have the ability to shine the brightest. In those moments you are getting so close to success, don't give up before you get there.

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The Most Basic Human Connection

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 22 Aug 2019 04:41:38 +0000

When you are on stage it is so easy to get lost in the art and close your eyes but you are on stage for our audience. You must open your eyes and make eye contact with your audience.

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Three Reasons to Get a Website

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 21 Aug 2019 04:00:44 +0000

Having Social media is definitely the first step and a viable free option but there is something more professional about having your own website.

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Why Not You?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 19 Aug 2019 16:31:23 +0000

You have the talent inside you. Why are you making excuses for delaying your dream?

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During Times of Sadness

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 19 Aug 2019 03:29:01 +0000

When you are faced with any tough emotion it can be therapeutic to fuel your performance with emotion. Not only does raw, authentic emotion help connect to your audience, it also helps you cope with what happening in your life.

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Now is the Time to Get Moving

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 16:50:24 +0000

All performers must remember that as humans were not created to stand still while the world moves forward. We we made to to create and share our talent. So, get up and go!

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Building Confidence

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 15 Aug 2019 14:41:32 +0000

There are simple ways to build confidence although it will certainly require some work: Do it, Practice, Self-Acceptance. That's all you need to be more confident in your performance.

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Do it For Your Future Fans

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 15 Aug 2019 03:24:30 +0000

There are people that are waiting to see your talent and be inspired by what you can do on stage. You must take action TODAY and push yourself forward for them, your future fans.

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Gotta Keep it Clean

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 14 Aug 2019 02:58:12 +0000

Performers are face to face with their audience every time they are on stage. It's time to start thinking about hygiene and how you can be better for your audience.

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Family Always Comes in First

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 12 Aug 2019 16:59:04 +0000

There will be occasions when you just have to take care of something for your family. Even as performers, our family must always come first no matter what.

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Determining What is Next

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 11 Aug 2019 02:54:07 +0000

After an amazing;y awesome performance we often find ourselves contemplating what we can do next, almost in a depressed way of thinking nothing better can happen. You just have to keep moving forward.

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Why Do You Do It?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 9 Aug 2019 16:48:23 +0000

Everyone have a reason for doing the "thing" they love to do. Unfortunately, you are seldom asked why you do it. In this episode I share my reasons for coaching performers in hopes that you will share your reason.

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What are You Waiting For?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 8 Aug 2019 16:42:12 +0000

Opportunity is everywhere, what is holding you back from becoming the performer that you dream of being, the one you are meant to be?

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Branding Basics for Performers

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 7 Aug 2019 16:30:03 +0000

Every performers needs to have a few basic items for their brand: a Logo, good photos, and merchandise. You don't have to go crazy, but believe you are worthy and establish your brand as an artist.

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Getting Un-Stuck

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 7 Aug 2019 03:44:02 +0000

Sometimes you need someone that is going to tell you its ok, believe in you, and kick you in the pants when you get stuck. Don't be afraid to ask for help.

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You and Your Entourage

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 5 Aug 2019 17:15:12 +0000

When you are performing there are certain respects and courtesies owed to the venue hosting you. Make sure you and the people that come with you are being respectful and following rules.

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Have a Rainy Day?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 4 Aug 2019 17:02:03 +0000

Something most people will not tell you is that it's okay to take it east once in a while. You need to go back to basics, have fun, and relax while still doing what you love to do.

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Have a Passion for Your Audience

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 4 Aug 2019 02:26:28 +0000

Your audience has taken the time and spent the money to be able to witness your talent. Don't you owe them a well-crafted, rehearsed performance in exchange?

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How to keep Moving Forward

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 2 Aug 2019 14:53:51 +0000

The Vision you have for yourself will not happen overnight. You need to develop momentum and then keep moving forward, crushing barriers as you go.

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Pesky Little Flies in Your Life

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 2 Aug 2019 03:24:15 +0000

There will be people that come into your life whose sole purpose is to test you and try to drag you down. Bust out your fly swatter, my friend, we are eliminating them today!

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A Daily Routine Makes Daily Action

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 31 Jul 2019 14:44:20 +0000

Over the last month I made a commitment to myself and to you that I would podcast every day. Now, 31 days later, these are the lessons I want to pass on to you as you look to start your daily routine.

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Destruction of Dreams

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 31 Jul 2019 03:48:12 +0000

Getting distracted from your goals and vision is the quickest and surest way to destroy your dreams. Distractions come in many forms, some you can control, some you cannot. Stay Focused.

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You Have to Believe There is More

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Brittian) — Mon, 29 Jul 2019 14:47:44 +0000

Having confidence really makes a difference in your career as a performer. You simply have to believe in yourself, believe that you deserve this and then go for it.

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Putting in More Than You Get Out

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 29 Jul 2019 03:16:43 +0000

There will be times when you put so much into your performance but walk away with very little. Yep, you failed. Now, take that failure and learn from it. You cannot appreciate the coming success without a few failures along the way.

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Passion Plus Action Equals Success

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Brittian) — Sun, 28 Jul 2019 02:24:23 +0000

Every performer has a vision. If your vision is expected to become reality you have to take massive action now. Passion alone is not enough, you need action.

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Yes, You Need Stage Presence

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 26 Jul 2019 15:11:50 +0000

Performers must work to develop good stage presence. You can have a mediocre talent but still give your audience an electrifying performance but even with great talent, if stage presence is lacking the performance will always be mediocre.

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Create the Perfect Performance

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 26 Jul 2019 03:21:56 +0000

Perfection is not about executing your performance with precision or playing a sold out crowd or being paid tons of money. Perfection is putting your real self on stage to connect with your audience.

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When You Have to Plan Your Show

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 14:52:20 +0000

I will be the first in line to tell you that planning can really suck. I am also the first in line to tell you that you need to plan you performance effectively before getting on stage in front of your audience.

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Making a Decision Can Be Tough

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 23 Jul 2019 14:50:07 +0000

You will sometimes make wrong decisions but that does not mean they are bad decisions. One of the hardest decisions you will make is where your loyalty lies.

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Finding a Way to Beat Your Fear

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 22 Jul 2019 14:56:07 +0000

You are going to experience failures along your journey but a true performer will continue to find new ways to overcome the fear of failure.

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Dealing with Drunk Audience Members

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 22 Jul 2019 03:18:15 +0000

There will be times when some of your audience consumes a bit too much and tries to be a part of the show. The best course of action is no reaction. Stay positive and keep your composure.

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Performance Lessons from Jedi Master Yoda

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 21 Jul 2019 03:07:22 +0000

During the original Start Wars trilogy, Yoda teaches very valuable lessons to a young Luke Skywalker. These lessons are some the most important ones you will ever learn as a performer.

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When the Pressure is Too Much

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Brittian) — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 14:42:13 +0000

Working yourself too hard for too long will pay a toll when you step on stage. There's only on thing you can do to avoid appearing bored and emotionless on stage.

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They are Gonna Love You

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 18 Jul 2019 14:52:02 +0000

Before your audience can accept you, you have to first accept yourself and be your true authentic self un-apologetically on stage.

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Two Words to Change Your Stage Performance

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 17 Jul 2019 14:49:55 +0000

You entire performance will transform into something that will give your audience an experience, get them wanting more, and ultimately becoming your fans.

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Give Your Audience Something Special

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 14:47:37 +0000

When you are on stage you must create a connection with your Audience. This is how fans are created, this is what will build your career as a performer.

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See What You Can Accomplish

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 01:05:23 +0000

Looking back at what you have accomplished in the last year is a great way to judge how much more you are capable of doing in the next year.

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Performing is Like an Airplane

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Brittian) — Mon, 15 Jul 2019 02:42:20 +0000

A plane can't take off with too much weight keeping it down. You can't take off with negative thoughts holding you down. Fly Baby!

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Take a Walk on the Wild Side

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 14 Jul 2019 02:13:13 +0000

Let your creativity flow freely and stand out from everyone else. Don't hold yourself back because its never been done, be the first!

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The What-If Factor

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Brittian) — Fri, 12 Jul 2019 15:58:40 +0000

Don't be afraid to take the opportunity that is presented to you. You are more likely to regret NOT doing something that doing it.

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My Favorite Social Media Tools

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 11 Jul 2019 14:48:22 +0000

Using social media doesn't have to be difficult. There are free tools to make it easy and quick to share with your fans.

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Performing is Like a Postage Stamp

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 14:45:07 +0000

The postage stamp has the ability to stick to something until it reaches its destination, connect people from around the country and the world, and be consistent with both.

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You Don't Need Anyone's Approval

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 9 Jul 2019 14:12:55 +0000

Don't worry about pleasing someone else. You must get on stage for yourself. You don't need permission or approval from anybody to do your thing.

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Determining Your Value

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 8 Jul 2019 13:50:31 +0000

It can be difficult to ask to be paid for your talent but you must recognize your own value and help others see it as well.

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I Just Want to Be a Star

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 7 Jul 2019 18:28:48 +0000

Fame is wonderful but can also be very lonely. Take time to be present in people's lives that you care about because fame is also temporary.

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Unique as a Snowflake

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 7 Jul 2019 00:04:59 +0000

When you first start out performing you are probably just like everyone else but as you grow and learn you become more unique and defines as the performer you are supposed to be.

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Sometimes It's Not Your Fault

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 6 Jul 2019 03:41:09 +0000

We have to accept that sometimes things in life will keep us from accomplishing our daily goals. It's how you handle the next day that counts.

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Making Money vs. Making a Differnece

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 4 Jul 2019 19:56:03 +0000

It is very easy to seek money in exchange for your talent but do not forget to use that talent t as away of making a difference to other people.

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The Late Apology Message

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Brittian) — Wed, 3 Jul 2019 21:00:22 +0000

Sometimes the people that seem the most excited for your talent are the ones that dissappoint you. They may not get it right now, but they will.

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Stop Giving People What They Want

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 3 Jul 2019 04:40:01 +0000

The moment you start performing how people tell you to perform is the moment you give up on yourself. The secret to a truly great performance is already inside you.

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Performing is Like Toothpaste

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 2 Jul 2019 14:45:04 +0000

Once you are on stage, you have to squeeze every bit of energy and emotion out. That's the secret to keeping your audience engaged and shutting up the haters.

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Do It Everyday

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 1 Jul 2019 16:31:41 +0000

Imagine if you shared your rehearsal everyday. You audience would feel more connect and you will feel more confident.

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If it Doesn't Work the First Time

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 16 Jun 2019 18:26:50 +0000

If everyone gave up after trying something for the first time, success would never be possible.

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Keeping it Simple

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 15 Jun 2019 20:12:40 +0000

Don't over-complicate things. Keep it simple - Be authentic, Engage your audience, Repeat.

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Stepping Back to Assess the Dream

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 29 May 2019 04:12:43 +0000

There will be times when you must take a step back and consider where you are going next.

Things often happen incredibly fast for us so it is natural to take time to re-evaluate your direction and adjust the path you want to follow. Everyone has to do it not just performers but it seems to be much more noticeable when a performer does it. You must accept that people will not understand, its part of the life we have given ourselves. Taking a break means you are literally taking time away from all things performing, you are escaping for a while. When you are “stepping back,” as I call it, you are still actively pursuing your career, you are just going into more of a planning stage. Think of it as a business - when a Business reaches its goal the board of directors meet and evaluate the next steps and the new direction they will be going. We have to do the same. It may not always come when you reach a goal, you may be seeing things happen that you did not expect and need time to really thinking, you may have an opportunity that is not aligned with your original plan, or you may find that how you are currently doing things just isn’t working for you anymore. All of these situations are perfectly normal and your instincts are correct - you should take time to step back and evaluate where you want to go next.

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Your Performance is Your Masterpiece

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 17 May 2019 03:03:21 +0000

“Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.”
-Edgar Degas

Art is defined as the expression of human creative skill and imagination, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power. The is absolutely the definition of a performance as well. When you perform you have your vision but ultimately it is more about what you convey to the audience, what you make them see and feel. The best performances are those that make the audience feel something or experience something. It could be excitement, happiness, sadness, pain, adventurous, any emotion or feeling really. It's about how you make the connection to them and communicate your vision. How you appear, your facial expressions, your movements, your interactions with them all plays a roll into their experience and how they feel during your time on stage. This can be developed through having that clear vision of the details of the performance and rehearsing the performance including those details. Consider the audience when you are blocking and staging. When and how you want them to react then you work backward on how to elicit that desired reaction.

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Things Will Not Always Happen as Expected

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 12 May 2019 03:55:00 +0000

You can Hope, for something, plan for something, work for something, but you can never expect something.
Three things have been on my mind lately. First - Sometimes things in life may seem to just keep stacking against you. It happens to everyone. The real power is in how you get yourself back on track. Second - You cannot expect things to happen in any certain way. There will be times when something happens so quick you don’t feel ready for it, and there will be times you feel like nothing will ever happen. It will, for sure, just keep going. Finally, the biggest lesson I ever learned while performing was to always have something stage-ready. There will come a time when you get a last minute booking. Instead of stressing about throwing something together, you will be prepared and ready to go.

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When Someone Tears You Down

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 30 Apr 2019 13:17:00 +0000

It’s inevitable, no matter how much you think people support you, someone will eventually surprise you and knock the wind out of you.

That happened to me recently about this podcast. I have been going strong for just about a year and a half and all of a sudden I am publicly told that since I have not performed since last year that I should stop coaching others. I found it unbelievable that someone could say that about someone's passion but it happened. I was angry, hurt, and left questioning if they were right. That was the wrong reaction. You remember when your mom use to tell you to “turn the other cheek?” Well, that would be the best reaction. These people will come at you, sometimes with terribly hurtful comments but we have to treat it like water off a duck's back. These people and their comments only have power if you let them have power. You can decide to just keep moving forward doing what you love,‘turning the other cheek’ and just walk away from them.

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Do You Trust Yourself on Stage?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 26 Apr 2019 15:15:00 +0000

You rehearsed. You know your stuff. Do you trust yourself to pull it off?

You want real success on stage? There is a process with 3 easy steps to get you there. First, You have to believe you deserve to be successful. Performers can get trapped in the feeling of never being good enough but you have to snap out of it. There is no power greater than belief in yourself. Second step is to work for it. NOw that you recognize and believe you deserve success, now you have to continue to work for it. Oh No, success does not come easy like wishing on a star, there is work. Last you have to trust yourself to make it happen. Sometimes you just have to take a step and trust that you got you. You rehearsed, you prepared, you worked, you believe, now you just have to trust. It’s like the magic in Halloweentown - “All you have to do is want it and then let yourself have it.”

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Why Do You Perform?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 23 Apr 2019 03:00:00 +0000

The simple answer is “I Love to Perform.” But it has to be deeper than that.

Every performer has a purpose when they step on stage, or at least you should. What is yours? It can be a simple answer such as “Inspire people through music.” or it can be your ministry, it can be your way of connecting with people. There is no wrong answer but there needs to be a purpose in what you do. Even if it is vain, honestly. I performed because I like the feeling of getting to be the most extreme and authentic version of myself. I got to go against what people considered to be normal and I got applauded for it. It's a selfish reason, but I felt I had a purpose. I now know my purpose in performing was to learn and make mistakes so that I can share with other performers. If you don’t have a purpose, how do you find one? Chances are you already have a purpose of being out there you just have to acknowledge it. You can try meditating, you can try journalling, just consider what the reason is for going on stage. If your answer is fame and fortune then you do not have a purpose. What do you ultimately stand for when you step on stage?

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Tomorrow

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 15 Apr 2019 14:39:00 +0000

We give a lot of value to tomorrow. Are you really ready for what could happen tomorrow?

There could be a cataclysmic global event OR you could be handed an opportunity to live out your dreams. The question is, which one are you more ready for? Too often we spend our time preparing for the worst when in fact if we knew what was coming tomorrow we would live differently today. If someone told us the world was ending we would go into panic, survival mode. But if someone said tomorrow you are being handed the opportunity of a lifetime, would you be ready for it? More importantly what would you do differently today to prepare for that moment? We should be treating every day, every performance as if tomorrow the phone will ring, the stars will align and we will have made it.

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It's Time to Get Uncomfortble on Stage

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 12 Apr 2019 05:21:00 +0000

Growth happens when we step out of our comfort zone.

When was the last time you took a risk on stage? Tried something new? Different? If you struggle to recall then it may be a sign that it’s time to take a chance. When you stick only to what you know then you never learn anything and if you are never learning then as a performer you are doomed. Time to get real, we have to adapt, change and grow and the best way to do it is by making the choice. Make the choice to step out of that little box you built yourself and try something new, different, or odd. Be the unique individual you were born to be and let that show on stage. Stop reliving the same show over and over again. You owe it to yourself and to your audience to experiment and challenge yourself with new things. Get UNcomfortable on that stage.

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Stop Worrying About THAT Performance

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 9 Apr 2019 04:58:00 +0000

At some point, we have to move on from our last performance.

Good or bad, we cannot dwell on our last performance forever. After a great show we often celebrate and sometimes we celebrate for days or weeks. On the flip side, when we have a disappointing performance we dwell and sulk for an unhealthy amount of time. No matter how the performance turns out we have to have a plan to move forward. There is always a another show to get working on, even if its not booked yet. If we gloat or sulk for way too long we put our future performances in jeopardy in terms of timing and quality. There has to be a point when you decide to move to the next performance. It may be a tough call but you know what they say, you can’t see where you are going if you are looking behind you. Take to the time to reflect, celebrate, learn, sulk - but get back to work. A career is not made with a single performance.

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Reflecting on Your Performance

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 6 Apr 2019 16:16:00 +0000

Every performance is an experience to learn from.

When we are on stage we are on a sort of high, it happens fast and often times we can’t recall every moment. So how do we use our shows as a tool to improve? Not something we are usually thinking immediately after a great show. Of course, when we are feeling like we had a mediocre or terrible show we immediately know what we would do differently. But, we often forget to think about learning from our great ones. Truth be told, we need to think about each performance in the same way if we are really going to grow. There are simple questions you can think about and really get down to where you could be better. Give yourself credit for the good moments, look for opportunities in the not-so-good moments, and look for something special about yourself. It will help to record your performances so you can go back and watch. The method in this episode will help you to improve and improvement is always necessary to move forward and grow.

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Show Up For Your Audience

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 31 Mar 2019 03:04:00 +0000

Get on Stage with the intention of entertaining

Sometimes it can be hard to do but that is a huge part of calling yourself a performer. We have to show up for our audience and give them the performance that they showed up to see. Every performer needs a way to focus their mind before getting on stage, allowing them to separate whatever is happening in life from what they are doing on stage. Your job as a performer is to entertain and you cannot do that if you allow yourself to be distracted while on stage.There are many ways to focus however one of the best is to use meaningful music or lyrics to bring out your stage persona. Other ways include meditation, stretching/yoga, Warming up, praying, and even having a drink. Whatever you choose, remember that when you are on stage it should feel as if the world has frozen and nothing else matters except that moment.

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Episode 100: Performers Need Change and Growth

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 26 Mar 2019 03:40:00 +0000

You cannot grow without first changing.

Growth is necessary are a performer. You cannot expect your career to grow unless you grow first. So how do you do it? Sometimes it will be small changes and sometimes it will be a large change, but change is good for you. That is the first thing we all must understand. Although it can be scary, change is good. You must make changes in yourself and in your talent in order to grow. You can learn new things, on and off the stage. You can take a class to refine the skills you have, you can adapt your show or your style with the times and trends. There are changes coming to the Being On Stage community and Podcast as well. All meant to help us grow. Change is going to happen anyways, use it to grow.

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Episode 99: So No One Came to Your Performance Huh?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 23 Mar 2019 01:05:00 +0000

Sometimes you have to look at where you have been in order to appreciate where you are.

It is so easy to get wrapped up in the drama of the business. More people, More viewers, more followers, more ticket sales, more, more, more. That’s the nature of any type of show business. The interesting piece of this is we often put this pressure on ourselves. We have such a desire for more that when we don’t get more we are disappointed, sometimes to the point of giving up. Stop ignoring your previous success. So what you only got 1 extra follower, so what you didn’t sell out a show. Think back to when you had to beg people to come see a free show. Seriously take a hard look at your journey. Don’t you have so much to be grateful for? The pressure and expectations we place on ourselves can be detrimental to our career and our passion. Stay the course, keep going. Treasure EVERY audience member, every follower, every subscriber, every moment that you get to be on that stage.

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Episode 98: How to Capture your Audience from Stage

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 03:16:00 +0000

Sometimes performers ask themselves why an audience was rude or inattentive or did not cheer for them.

The truth is, most times the performer should look at the actions on stage and how they were executed in order to answer these questions. Whenever I see someone perform, I can’t help it, the observationalist in me comes out. I watch the performers movements, timing, and audience interaction. I also watch the audience. I watch how they react to what the performer does. When the performer approaches, how they approach, what the audience feels in the moment. There are certain behaviors that get the Audience’s attention while performing on stage. When you are on stage you can use rhythm, movement, and facial expression to interact with your audience. That’s what captures them and brings them into your show, aka Stage Presence. In this episode I break down a method to engage your audience and keep their attention throughout the show. When done properly you will be able to approach, interact, and capture your audience for the duration of the show.

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Episode 97: Let it Be - My Week with The Beatles

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 16 Mar 2019 01:42:00 +0000

There is a powerful message for performers in this Beatles hit song. Sometimes you truly must Let it Be.

Last week I immersed myself in The Beatles. I only listened to their music and I read up on the history and some stories about them. They were, and still remain, one of the greatest performance groups of all time. But like most wonderful and incredible experiences, they had to come to an end. There was a lot of tension and Paul could tell the Band was struggling. One night he had a dream of his mother comforting him with the words Let it Be. The next morning he wrote the hit. After the album was complete, the Band did in fact break up. But the legacy they left lives on over 50 years later. Why? I truly believe it was this song. As performers, we create amazing things to share with our audience. There will come a time when it is time to move on. Whether it be to something new, taking a break, or even walking away, you must always be proud of what you have created. When you know in your heart it is time to move on, Let it Be.

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Episode 96: Mental Rehearsal For Performers

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 03:33:00 +0000

Mental rehearsal has quite a broad effect on your performance. So how is it done properly?

There are techniques you can use when putting yourself through a mental rehearsal to make it more effective. You didn’t think it was just thinking through your material did you? I should hope not. While that may help you with knowing the material, the actual process of a mental rehearsal should have structure, just as a physical rehearsal would. First, You must do a relaxation exercise to clear your thoughts. Then you begin to run through the material. You will run through the performance at normal speed, half speed and double speed. Each speed gives you a new focus. Slower speed let you focus on technique and movements. Normal speed helps you apply those techniques, and double speed boosts your confidence and will empower you to correct yourself in real time when performing. At the end of the mental rehearsal, there is another meditative exercise to conclude your process and help retain your developments. Use this method 2-3 times between rehearsal and you feel incredible about your progress each time.

Please Note:You can also use this for smaller sequences within the performance as well

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Episode 95: The First Time Performing on Stage

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 9 Mar 2019 23:06:00 +0000

The first time you step on stage is one of those unforgettable moments in life.

There are many different ways a performer will experience the first time on stage. It may be in front of a large crowd, it may be in a small intimate setting. You may be sharing your talent or you may be speaking or singing with emotion. Whatever it is there are 2 things you need to make the most of the experience. First, you should be prepared. You must know your performance backwards, forward, and inside out. Second you need the focus to get through the first 30 seconds. If you can make it through the first 30 seconds of a performance you will make it through to the end. If you focus on those 2 things you will make the most of your first time on stage. The 3rd and final thing you need is enjoyment. You must perform with the intention of enjoying yourself on stage. This is your moment to show what you can do, have fun with it.

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Episode 94: When Life Gets in the Way of Your Dream

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 7 Mar 2019 04:27:00 +0000

Life Happens. Excuses Happen. Disappointments happen. What do you do when you find yourself putting off your talent?

You make new commitment to yourself. You decide that you are going to make time for your dream no matter what. And then you stick to it. Yes, without a doubt, life will come back around and knee you in the stomach. You will again find yourself making excuses. It happens to everyone. But then you commit again. And again. And Again. Every single time we fall down we must get up and recommit ourselves to our passion. I challenge all performers to rehearse three times a week, minimum. No. Matter. What. You make time for your talent. You make time for your dream. Meet me in The Being On Stage Group on Facebook and let’s get after this thing!

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Episode 93: Performing for Your Audience

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 27 Feb 2019 04:43:00 +0000

Knowing where your audience is when you are onstage is essential to making a connection.

The easy answer is “my audience is in front of me.” While that may be the obvious thing to say I will offer this: Are You Sure? When you are onstage you are filled with adrenaline and your nerves are firing like crazy. Add the fact that more often than not you have a spotlight (or 2) glaring in your eyes. Your intuition will have you walking forward blindly until you are close enough to the audience that you can see some of them, or at least make out where they are standing. This practice has you searching for your audience rather that appearing to instinctively know where they are. When you do finally locate your audience you will be so focused on the ones that are visible you will end up neglecting a majority of them. There are simple techniques and practices you can use to get a better idea of where your audience is and how to focus on all of them.

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Episode 92: Guide to Performing as a Group in 2019

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 21 Feb 2019 05:42:00 +0000

Being part of a group of performers is very different from performing solo. You are a part of a team and must act like it.

When performing in a group, you need respect, trust,and chemistry, all of which can be developed. Unlike performing alone, there are others to consider during all aspects of the performance. From idea to creation to putting it on stage, everyone must feel part of the show and must have something they are contributing. Don’t be the person that is only there to follow and not participate. Its ok, to have a disagreement with another group member as long as you work it out and accept the resolution, even if it is not in your favor. There are simple unspoken rules of working in groups that every performer should follow:
Be On Time
Come prepared
Be Present and Focused
Let Others Shine
Establish a Chain of Command
COMMUNICATE

The final piece of the puzzle is chemistry. The group can technically exist without great chemistry but there has to be some level of connection to each other. You definitely do not want to look like strangers while you are performing on stage. The best way to get this connection and build some chemistry is have some fun together. During rehearsal, After rehearsal, hang out and do something different together. It can literally be anything BUT if you want to have some fun and build trust at the same time, try an escape room or a ropes course.

That’s it. That’s the magic recipe for a successful group. If you are missing even ONE piece, the group will inevitably fall apart. Respect each other, Trust in one another, and Be crazy together.

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Episode 91: Build Your Fan Army

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 15 Feb 2019 23:59:00 +0000

Social Media has made it so much easier to connect with your audience between performances. So what do you share to keep them interested?

Times have definitely changed when it comes to growing your fan base. Before social media, performers would mingle with the audience and hope and pray they remember to show up to their next performance. In order to get any type of crowd to show they would stand on the street for hours upon hours handing out flyers. It was a very slow process. Now with a click of a button you can share who you are and what you do with thousands of people instantly. Social Media has made it super quick and easy to connect with people and build a following. But how to get them interested in you as a performer? You still have to mingle after your shows but now you hope they are curious enough to search for you on social media. Once they do it's important that you are sharing real and authentic contact with them. I blame reality TV for this but more and more people want to know what is REALLY happening with their favorite performers. Whether local or big time, they want to be clued in. Share rehearsal videos, share your progress of learning something new, share your diet and exercise program, Share life/family/pet updates (when comfortable). Thurn your audience into your fans by bringing them into your life.

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Episode 90: Performing Should Be Fun

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 12 Feb 2019 06:05:00 +0000

The easiest and most basic way to connect with your audience is to just have fun and enjoy what you love.

Having Fun is one of the most essential pieces to performing on stage. It opens up a connection to the audience that leaves them feeling great. Your relationship with your audience starts immediately, leave them feeling fond by showing them you enjoy what you do. They came to be entertained. If you are enjoying what you do, they will too. Really get into it, 150%. Too many performers go on stage and move about, going through the motions of the performance but there is nothing there, no enjoyment. Without enjoyment there will not be a connection. Imagine this, at your next show your biggest fan sees you for the first time.

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Episode 89: What Does Your Performance Say to Your Audience?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 9 Feb 2019 05:59:00 +0000

Everytime you step on stage you should be sharing a story with your audience.

A performance is meant to provoke thought or feelings for the audience. If not, then you are just showing off a skill or talent you have. When you are crafting your show think about what you want the audience to feel or think during your show. NOT what they should think about you but rather what feelings or thoughts should they have as a result of seeing your performance. Consider a painting, Starry Night by Van Gogh. This painting provoke different feelings and interpretations from each individual that views it. (Don’t believe me? Google it and provide a meaning of the painting). Your performance is like your Starry Night, your painting. Each person that shares in the experience of it should have an interpretation and should feel something. Tell your audience a story, everyone loves a good story. When people have something they can relate to it makes them desire a connection with you (follower/Fan).

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Episode 88: How to use the Stage like a Superstar

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 6 Feb 2019 14:08:00 +0000

Performers should always move with purpose during a show.

Movement on stage is one of the best and easiest ways to engage with your audience. Simply by standing in a certain spot or moving from one part of the stage to another can affect the audience in different ways. Did you know that you send a more emotional response when you are performing toward Center-Stage-Right? Or did you notice how dramatic it can be to cross Upstage-Left to Upstage-Right? You can communicate more clearly when you plan how you will use the stage. In this episode I share several stage techniques that major performers use every time they perform on stage. You can easily implement them into your own performances. As a bonus, I am sharing visual aids on Instagram.

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Episode 87: Know Your Stage

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 4 Feb 2019 05:48:00 +0000

It's easy to rush into performing on stage without learning basic stage directions but this knowledge is essential to building a professional performance career.

Every performance you see has been plan and scripted out. When you see the guitarist rush forward to play alongside the lead singer; When an acrobat does the impossible pose; When the comedian acts out the story leading to the joke; When the dancer spins from one side of the stage to the other. Each of these movements is planned and timed in order to create an exciting performance for the audience. If you want to plan a professional-grade stager performance you must know all the basic stage directions and terminology. In this episode Reggie breaks down the direction you need know to navigate the stage and bring your performance to a new level.

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Episode 86: You Reached Your Goal...Now What?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 29 Jan 2019 04:53:00 +0000

When it starts to feel like the same performance every single time, it may be a sign that complacency is setting in. Time to make some changes.

Complacency usually comes from getting comfortable with success and it happens so easily. Often times it comes after a long-sought-after goal is accomplished. It feels great at first, but eventually it starts to feel like there is no where to go. Each show becomes more reminiscent of the last and you feel like you are trapped in a performance-version of the movie Groundhog Day. There is a light at the end of the tunnel though, a way out if you will. You can start by finding something to get excited about. Maybe it's a new skill, a new goal, or something your genius thought up to add a new element to your performance. You have to get that spark back in your show.

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Episode 85: Overcoming Stage Fright

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 25 Jan 2019 22:48:00 +0000

Fear of public performance affects more people than any other fear, doubled.

You are not alone in your quest to get over stage fright but overcoming any kind of performance anxiety will take a serious shift in mindset. You have to truly want to get through this if you don’t or are not ready, no amount of tips or techniques will help you. The method I discuss in this episode has been used for many years by top performers in all genres. It’s a simple 4 part method and when mastered you will be able to harness your stage fright and focus on why you are performing in the first place. I will not promise elimination of stage fright, that is entirely unhealthy. But you will be able to better control your nerves and get your talent on stage.

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Episode 84: How to Become Famous

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 21 Jan 2019 15:11:00 +0000

The path to fame is rarely seen, only experienced.

Being famous will take more time, money, and work than most people are willing to invest. Fame is a level of success that few performers will ever realize and if that is your primary focus then I hate to break it to you, it's going to be a long, disappointing journey. If you were looking for a shortcut or some “Fame Hack,” then you came to the wrong place. I cannot actually teach you how to become famous. That is something that will truly take a lot of luck and timing in addition to all the time, money, and work you put in. The real focus here is success and success is not an easy journey. You will have pain. You will have disappointment. You will probably be screwed over and taken advantage of but the reason you keep going is because you are doing what you love and are driven only by passion. Keep going, my friend. The journey will be epic because it is yours.

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Episode 83: Leave a Legacy on Stage

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 16 Jan 2019 03:18:00 +0000

A Performance is not solely based in skill. You have to add your own flair and by god, Have Fun!

Skill is great and absolutely deserves applause. But a skill does not, by itself, make a performance. A performance takes passion and emotion. You must fuse your skill and your personality together in order to perform. Your talent needs your emotion, your energy, and even your quirks. Don’t be afraid to show who you are to the audience, afterall YOU are what makes the performance stand out. Anyone can watch a video on youtube and see some impressive skills but a performance evokes thoughts and feeling that the audience would otherwise not feel in that moment. Show them who you are.

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Episode 82: Turn on Your Have-To

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 14 Jan 2019 01:50:00 +0000

“Deal from your Have-To. The Have-To is what you use when you’re afraid.”
-Gary Busey as Chet “Rocket” Steadman in Rookie of the Year

We all have fears and distractions that keep us from our dreams. I could easily some this up as an issue with priorities and it is. But how can performers re-prioritize and still survive? We have jobs, we have families. It's simple. Use your Have-To. Chet Steadman sums it up nicely in Rookie of the year but my version is a bit easier to understand. You have to treat your dreams as if it's something you “Have-To” do. If you woke up tomorrow and you were only allowed to use your performance, your talent to survive and support yourself and your family, would it change your thinking? What would you do differently with your time? You always make time for the things you have to do. Make your dreams one of those things.

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Episode 81: Falling Down On Stage

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 7 Jan 2019 16:18:00 +0000

Every performer will, at some point, fall down on stage. It's what you do when you get up that makes the show.

Mistakes will always happen. You may forget choreography or words or you may trip and even fall down. The key to making a performance is the recovery. In some instances you can make it seem as though there was no mistake at all. In others, however, recovery is not as disguised. I have my “Smile-and-Shrug” Method. Its easy. Whenever you fall down you use it as an opportunity to connect with the audience, make eye contact or look into the light, smile out of one side of your mouth then just give a small single-shoulder shrug. That's it. The audience will love it. Happy Falling!

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Episode 80: Consumed

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 5 Jan 2019 15:58:00 +0000

Life is precious, make sure you are living it.

Being all-consumed with one thing can lead to being burnt out. Performing is no different. Yes, you have talent, and yes you love performing it. BUT if your talent consumes every aspect of your life it will not be but a few years before it fizzles out. We have to stay balanced. There has to be other hobbies outside of your passion. There has to be time for living life and spending time with friends and family. You know the old adage - There is such a thing as too much of a good thing. Yes, at first it is a fantastic feeling, to be able to fill your life with your one-true passion. In order to make it last you must take time to catch up with old friends, take your mom to the movies, crochet a scarf, live a real life off stage.

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Episode 79: Let's Set Some Goals

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 31 Dec 2018 14:17:00 +0000

The New Year is upon us. What are you going to accomplish.

In this final episode for 2018 I share some of my personal goals and some goals I have for Being On Stage. Connect with me and share your goals.

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Episode 78: Back to Life, Back to Reality

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 04:40:00 +0000

The Holidays are over! Time to take down the decorations, put away the lights, throw out the tree.

You ever wish you could just hold on to Christmas just a little while longer? I think we all do. Performers face the same emotions every time we come off stage. We plan everything down to the last detail, choose the perfect outfit, and rehearse for what feels like forever. On stage, WE KILL IT!! I mean absolutely crush it and blow the audience away. Then, when we wake up the next day, we are back in our reality. We go back to work, back to the same old grind every single day. Over time it makes it harder to give and give on stage, knowing what comes the following day. We have to keep going though, as hard as it may be. Truthfully, that is what makes us stronger, being able to look back to where we came from and know we did it.

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Episode 77 - A Performer's Image

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 27 Dec 2018 16:10:00 +0000

Your image is a promise to the audience. Make sure you deliver.

Every performer has an image, whether they recognize that or not. The image is the way people perceive you as an artist. A GREAT example would be promotional materials. What you wear and the design you choose for your promos will send a message to the potential audience about what to expect. Every time you are on stage you are feeding into your image.

How do you control that?

You work at it. You put thought and work into the details. You think about what you are going to wear and what you will say and do on stage. It all starts with knowing who you are and what you want to portray to the audience. Once you are comfortable with that, then you create that experience and stay consistent. Eventually you will build the image you designed.

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Episode 76: Go Do It

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 22 Dec 2018 02:23:00 +0000

Life does not stop, we have to make time for our passion.

Sometimes things will happen that keep you from moving forward. Maybe the Holidays are stressful with shopping and family visiting, decorating and making sure to plan for all the traditions. Perhaps you have a busy time a t work and the time you do get at home is taken up by family and household responsibilities. There is always going to be some big life thing going on that will prevent you from taking action, making rehearsal, posting on social media, or for me...pressing record. While in the moment all of these things are incredibly important, so is your dream. There has to come a time when you tell yourself and maybe even those you love “I HAVE TO DO THIS.” And then go do it.

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Episode 75: One Night Only

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 10 Dec 2018 04:57:00 +0000

“Whether Its 300 people, 3000 or 13,000 it has to feel like a
celebration and you have to connect….I treat it like whether you are
at the back or whether you are at the front, this is a night where
something’s going to happen that can only happen there.”

-Hugh Jackman on TODAY, 11/29/2018

Every show is unique. Your audience wants to experience something that is ‘one night only.’ They want to see you perform something special just for them and you can make them feel that. It's all in how well you connect with them. The easiest way to make a connection is to pretend like you are just hanging out with your closest friends, even if it is dozens or hundreds of them. You are there doing your thing with your friends. Thinking that way will keep you relaxed and more importantly, authentic. It is that cool confidence that will draw the audience to you and make the performance feel special. When you do this repeatedly, every single audience will feel like they got a unique show and no one else will see the same one.

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Episode 74: Give Fear the Middle Finger

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 28 Nov 2018 03:22:00 +0000

Fear sucks the life out of you. Performers CANNOT thrive when fear is looming over us.

How can you stomp out fear?
First you need to recognize what type of fear you're facing. In this episode we cover the 3 most common types of fear that performers may face during their career. Attention, Judgement, and Success. When a performer is afraid of attention it is often called stage fright. Getting in front of people can be very scary for some people. The key here is getting your confidence up. When someone is afraid of judgement, they are held back because of what they THINK other people are thinking. Honestly - it doesn't matter what people think. Get on stage and do your thing. You audience will find you. The biggest fear for any one, performer or not, is the fear of success. Its natural for human being to keep to their comfort zone. But we cannot find success in our comfort zone. We have to take on new risks, face disappointments, put in more hard work, and live the dream we see for ourselves.

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Episode 73: How to Promote Your Show

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 04:29:00 +0000

Once you have the gig, how do you get people there?

It is a common misconception that the venue is responsible for providing the audience. While in some cases they may, like at restaurants, but most of the time you will need to do some promoting yourself.

The best way?

Like everything else in life, social media ranks highest for successful promoting and there are SO many different ways to promote yourself, before, during and after a gig. Something simple like creating an event and actively posting in it. Each time you are booked you have an opportunity to show the venue that you are a good investment. People that come for you spend money at the venue...the more people the go, the more money is spent, the better of an investment you are and the more likely it is they have you back.

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Episode 72: How to Promote Yourself

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 20 Nov 2018 03:49:00 +0000

Maintaining contact with your audience is crucial for performers. People want to stay connected to you.

Self-promotion means you are consistently promoting what you are doing. From preparing for a show, to learning new moves, your audience wants an inside look. How do you accomplish that? Social Media. You don’t need to hire anyone and you don’t have to be some big-shot know-it-all social media buff. You need a facebook page, instagram, and twitter all set up specifically for you stage persona. After that you just need a few hours a week, a couple apps on your phone, and VIOLA! Self-promotion. So what are these fancy apps? Simple and easy is what I call them.

Buffer - Helps manage and schedule your posts.

Video Editior - Any video editor will allow you to trim videos shot from your phone.

Canva - Easy-to-use graphics website

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Episode 71: Things Will Go Wrong

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 04:28:00 +0000

It’s inevitable. If something can go wrong it will.

Performing on stage creates opportunity for things to go wrong. Whether you forgot a piece of your outfit, someone got hurt, the DJ did not cue the music correctly, maybe even a forgot or broken piece of equipment. Before you focus on that negative situation, stop! Assess the issue and move on to how you can fix it or work-around it. Sometimes a quick trip to the store can resolve the issue. Often times you may not get exactly what your original plan was but once you let those creative juices flow, you will be able to put something comparable together. After all the main purpose of performing is sharing your talent and connecting to your audience.

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Episode 70: Visualize Yourself on Stage

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 7 Nov 2018 15:29:00 +0000

Every time you get on stage try to imagine what you want to audience to see. Then create that show and have confidence in what you created.

Every performer has a vision before getting on stage. If not, get one. Take a moment to relax, close your eyes and visualize yourself on stage, what you are doing, where you are standing, your facial expressions. Think about the experience you want to give the audience. Once you have your vision, start creating it as you prepare for the performance. Rehearse the vision, not just the talent. Your talent is there, your vision is what will make your talent a performance. Sometimes we get on stage unsure of ourselves and unsure of the outcome of the performance.Trust your vision

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Episode 69: Use Your Eyes

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 6 Nov 2018 04:29:00 +0000

Your audience craves your attention. No matter how good you are you have to show your audience the attention they deserve.

Making eye contact is the absolute best way to show your audience that you are their for them. People go to live performances for an experience. Something as simple as looking at someone can give them the experience they are after. You can communicate every emotion through just your eyes. This can be a double-edged sword. On one side you can make people feel energized and engaged; on the other you can make them nervous for you. You have to take command and show your audience what to feel. Show the emotion, share the joy, sadness, pain, wonderment. Your audience will follow your lead as long as you show them with eye contact. Think about those glances between parents or best friends. You know exactly what the other is saying just by a look. This has to be you on stage. You can tell your audience what to think, feel, and how to react just through eye contact.

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Episode 68: Remove The Mask

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 31 Oct 2018 03:23:00 +0000

In order to keep growing we have to be open to that growth. In other words, Check the ego.

When we begin performing we start out nervous and uneasy. As we continue growing and we start to gain fans we become susceptible to “The Large Ego Complex.” We feel untouchable, we feel like nothing and no one can destroy what we have built. It's addicting. The result? Skipped rehearsals, slacking on presentation, blaming the audience for “bad shows,” expecting other people to cater to you and just bend to your will. We all have the capability to reach that point. I did. I hit that point hard and for a very long time I was KING! How do you prevent it? How do you dig yourself out of it?

Humility.
You can’t hide behind a mask. You can’t hide behind your ego, that feeling of indestructibility. You have to strive to stay humble when you want to blow up. Keep yourself open to feedback, seek it out. Never stop taking the criticism in stride. There is a difference between knowing you are great and Acting like the greatEST. You are Great! Keep Going...

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Episode 67: You Are Human

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 24 Oct 2018 04:09:00 +0000

Being a performer is amazing, but the best part of being human is the ability to care and be passionate about more than one thing.

We work hard, there is no denying that, but we also must live a FULL life. Part of doing that is experiencing new things and finding what else we enjoy spending time on. If you focus solely on one thing you will get burnt out and if prolonged, you will end up hating the very thing you once loved. We have to stay agile in our passions. It is human nature. Performing will mean that much more if you also spend time exploring other interests. In no way should you stop performing, but find interests that enhance what you do and make you feel good about yourself. Have Fun!

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Episode 66: Dress the Part

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 12 Oct 2018 15:23:00 +0000

Performers must set themselves apart from the moment we arrive. There should be no doubt that you are there for a purpose.

People go to live events and shows for an experience and as the performer it is your job to give it to them. You appearance is a big part of that experience. People want to see a ROCKSTAR on stage not someone in t-shirt and jeans. You have to dress the part of a performer. Even before you are on stage, you have to appear as if you are there for a purpose. Put thought into what you want the audience to see while you are on stage. Do you want them to see someone just strumming away at a guitar? Some random guy doing a handstand? Some girl just playing with a hula hoop? Or do you want them to see a serious performer that takes their job seriously. Your job? To give them a show.

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Episode 65: Permission to Dream

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 9 Oct 2018 04:13:00 +0000

Dream Big. Dream Huge. Having a dream is incredibly important because a dream is a goal you are passionate about.

Setting yourself a goal is a great way to push yourself to improve and make moves. So you have a long-term goal (the dream). How do you get there? The how is your short term goals or the little steps you have to take to reach that dream. Think about what you can do this week, today even, that will put you on the path toward that dream.

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Episode 64: Everyone Needs Help Sometimes

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 29 Sep 2018 23:07:00 +0000

Asking for help is not always easy, especially for performers. At the same time, giving help is difficult for us as well. Something about that darn ego.

We are proud people, performers. We like to figure things out on our own and feel weak if we don’t have it all together. But that should not be the case. We should always seek advice and help from others. Even more so we should also give advice freely to those seeking it. Who are we to impede another performers dreams. I have seen performers so reluctant to help someone else and even more so to accept help in return but how do we grow? We have to remain flexible and remember that we are all after our dreams.

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Episode 63: Get More Gigs

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 23 Sep 2018 04:15:00 +0000

There is not really a secret to getting more opportunities to perform. You have to want it and you have put in some work to make it happen.

Rehearsal means nothing without a performance. How are you going to get a performance? Are you going to wait for someone to find you? If you wait to be discovered, you will die in rehearsal. You have to get out there and get after it my friend. You may have to make some tough choices - videogames or look for venues or events to reach out to? Watch T.V. or create some content to share on social media? Go out drinking or create an email to send out about my upcoming shows? These step are actually so small they can all get done in less than an hour. You just have to learn how.

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Episode 62: Mercedes

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 17 Sep 2018 03:18:00 +0000

There are people that will come into your life and although they may not stay long, they have a huge impact on your life.

This episode is dedicated to my dearly departed friend, Steven Gallant a.k.a Mercedes, Queen of Hearts. We were not best friends, more like acquaintances, but he was my Yoda when I first started performing. Many of the lessons he taught me are still with me today and here is where I share my favorite pieces of wisdom that he shared with me over 11 years ago.

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Episode 61: Make Them Love You

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 11 Sep 2018 14:14:00 +0000

Not Everyone in the audience came for you. You have to turn them, make them interested in your art.

Too often performers believe the audience is already theirs just by stepping on stage when in fact 80% of most audiences have no idea who the act is. They just showed up for a drink or a meal or to hang with friends. Your performance just happens to be the entertainment for the time being. It is your job as a performer to entertain, to show the audience a good time. Not only that but you also have a personal agenda. You need to make them your fans. So how does that happen? Magic! In reality the magic is your interaction. Mingle before you perform, give people a reason to pay attention. During the performance make eye contact, smile, high five. Given to opportunity actually talk to people while on stage. Then after the show, don’t just pack up and leave. Stay. Mingle some more, even better, ask people for feedback. That really makes people feel important and invested. Just show people the love you want the to show you.

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Episode 60: Are You Asking the RIGHT Questions?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 10 Sep 2018 20:07:00 +0000

Performers can avoid BIG show mistakes by having the sense to ask questions about the venue and patrons.

Mistakes will certainly happen, that's an unavoidable truth but wouldn’t it be nice to prepare for some of the big mistakes? There is really nothing worse than showing up for a gig and realizing you're not right for this audience. Of course, you are a professional so you go on and give the best damn show you can but when its not a good fit, its not a good fit. But then there is planning a show with 6 dancers and an impressive kickline only to be met with a performance space that rivals your closet. Lastly, there is the need to change your clothes in the beer closet only covered by a curtain that MAY get closed when the bartender leaves. (True Story)

The Lesson: Ask the right questions to make better decisions about your performance.

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Episode 59: Send the Follow-up

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 3 Sep 2018 14:55:00 +0000

Trying to get booked is challenging, even more so if you are afraid to follow-up. Send the Second E-mail.

There are many reasons you have not heard a response about a performance opportunity and not all of them are bad. Sometimes e-mail boxes are not monitored, maybe this is not actually the preferred communication method. Not everyone stays on top of their email or checks their facebook messages daily. Perhaps they are taking it under consideration, running it by other people and just has not gotten around to responding. This is why it is important and most times necessary to send a second follow-up email. In rare instances you may even send a third using an alternate communication method.

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Episode 58: Get Out of Your Way

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 30 Aug 2018 14:14:00 +0000

Performers face many obstacles in their career but the biggest one is that inner voice screaming “YOU CAN’T DO IT!”

That voice you hear is yourself. Ironically enough, you have control over that voice. The biggest obstacle will always be yourself. As a performer, you must eliminate that negative self-talk and just get going. You have fears, yes, but you also have dreams. Fear cannot ruin your dreams unless you allow it to happen. First, make the decision that your dream is worth fighting for, that it's worth breaking down obstacles. Then, get to work. Push yourself to grow and just keep going. Don’t look back.

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Episode 57: Polish Your Performance

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 28 Aug 2018 16:00:00 +0000

Much like a sculptor has to smooth his design, the painter has to work in the detail, the performer must polish his performance.

You have the idea, great, now what?
You have the creativity to think up an amazing performance, now put in the work to bring it to life. Don’t get lazy with it, don’t procrastinate your rehearsal. Get in there are polish up that show, smooth out those rough edges, spend some time on the details. This could mean anything from working on choreography to crafting an outfit to building props. This is your dream, right? Shouldn’t you act like it?

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Episode 56: Desperate Times call for Preparation

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 21 Aug 2018 14:37:00 +0000

There will come a time when you will be needed, You will be called upon to Perform with very little notice and sometimes with very little expectation.

You should always have something prepared to perform at the last minute. Always have something ready “just-in-case.” This may happen because the promotor or booking agent knows you have the talent, you have proven yourself to be resourceful. Sometimes you will get that last minute call out of their desperation to fill a slot. While this can be disheartening, flip the mindset. This is your time to shine. This is your opportunity to blow the roof off that place. This is the moment to make them wonder why they never booked you before. Be ready for it.

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Episode 55: Technology is Amazing

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 19 Aug 2018 19:26:00 +0000

Have you ever stopped and thought about how incredible it is to be able to connect with someone on the other side of the world with just a double tap?

I can tell you what countries and even what cities listen to this podcast. I can see how many people saw my instagram post. I can tell how many people opened the email I sent them. I can build an entire page and gather emails for absolutely free. I can show you how to send out emails automatically when you have exciting news or upcoming show dates to share. There are ways to schedule your social media posts so you don’t have to stop every 4 hours to post something. All you need is 2 hours a week and your online following could blow up and all those people at your show will be able to easily find you and keep up with you. I will say it again. Technology is Amazing!

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Episode 54: It's a Long Hard Ride

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 16 Aug 2018 15:20:00 +0000

Let’s face it, the career of a performer is not easy. It is one of the hardest paths to follow and is ribboned with pain and disappointment. But then you move forward.

And you move forward again.

And again.

Slow Progress is still progress my friends. You may have unreturned calls and e-mails, you will have small crowd and empty crowds. Take those moments as part of the journey. You cannot be ready for success if you have not experienced failure. Enjoy the journey of getting to know yourself as a performer, take pride in the performance you put on even if only 3 people see it. Experience the journey and you will be ready for the success to come.

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Episode 53: Leave Them Curious

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 04:08:00 +0000

Audiences crave more and more acts that are odd, strange, or off-the-wall. Don’t get stuck on NORMAL setting.

As a performer, sometimes you will need to change things up. Throw a curveball to your audience and give them something abnormal and off-center. Strive to be weird. Nowadays the more strange and an act, the more different a performance is, the more attention it gathers. The reason? Curiosity. The Audience will naturally be curious as to how you came up with the idea, why you are doing it, and undoubtedly they will be back to see more of this strange new style you have shown them. It is not about lavish props or extensive sets. It's about taking time to make something, creating something that is not normally seen then letting people see it.

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Episode 52: Silence

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 6 Aug 2018 16:43:00 +0000

Performers usually bring the energy to the audience, we bring life to the stage. But silence can be a powerful strategy to connect with the audience.

When used properly a performer will create a moment of anticipation through silence and stillness. This anticipating brings the audience into the show, it makes it matter to them. When you choose the right moment in your show, the audience will be captured by your talent. When the audience is captured and invested in the performance they will crave more. That’s is when you get fans. Choose a moment and a position that will show emotion, connection and passion.

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Episode 51: Stop Chasing Perfection

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 3 Aug 2018 14:53:00 +0000

Why do we always believe we must be perfect on stage?
Our Audience does not seek perfection, they seek connection!

So often performers are judging themselves more harsh than needed, sometimes preventing them from getting on stage in the first place. This is a head game, nothing more. You are in your own head creating this belief. The performance is a representation of the artist, the performer. Our performance cannot be perfect, it has to have flaws and imperfections because we have flaws and imperfections. Thats what helps us connect with other people. Instead of seeking perfection, create connections, create emotions that will stay with your audience long after you are off stage.

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Episode 50: The Secret to a Successful Performance

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 31 Jul 2018 12:43:00 +0000

Every Performance needs one thing. It took me a long time to figure it out and I am thrilled to share it!

Episode 50 is a big one so naturally I have to drop a big SECRET!! One that many performers may never know but I am going to share it with you, with the world! Every performer should know exactly what it takes to be successful on stage, and I mean TRULY successful!

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Episode 49: My First Dave Matthews Band Experience

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 30 Jul 2018 02:44:00 +0000

A Dave Matthews concert is a one of a kind experience that every performer could learn from. This is my story of the first time I saw Dave Matthews Band in concert.

There is no doubt that Dave Matthews Band is one of the most talented live performers of all time. Based solely on the following, we can see there is something to love about being at a concert. There was an energy in the air that brings you in and makes you feel connected. That is a powerful feeling to have. It is evident the love and passion this band has for their audience and there music. The reason for this feeling, this success? Simple. They have fun while being authentic to who they are while on stage, they share a passion for the art that is shared with the audience. While Dave Matthews has absolutely perfected this level of authenticity, any performer can create that feeling just by having fun, doing what they love.

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Episode 48: Perform Every Chance You Get

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 27 Jul 2018 15:10:00 +0000

Performers NEED to be on stage. It's not just a want or desire. It's not just fun for us. It’s a necessary part of our lives!

So what do you do when you are not being booked?
You go looking. You make phone calls, send emails. You have to find a way. There are hundreds of thousands of performers that are working behind desks because they gave up looking, or worse, never started. Sometimes opportunities do not come to you, you usually have to go looking for them. You can’t turn your nose up, you can’t fear a new kind of audience. People are waiting for you to make contact and get on a stage. What are you waiting for? Stop waiting for someone to contact you, the best way to get noticed to to get in front of people and perform.

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Episode 47: You Talent Belongs on Stage

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 25 Jul 2018 12:46:00 +0000

Think about your talent. What gift were you given? You need to put that on stage. Anyone can perform!

Talent comes in many forms but it all deserves to be showcased. Any talent can be turned into a performance and put on stage. You may have to put in a little work and rehearsal, but the stage is waiting. Every person on the planet should experience what it's like to be on stage, sharing their gifts with the world. You may not see it, but it's there. Your talent needs to be on stage and shared with others. It just can’t be said enough. Get out there and perform!

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Episode 46: Keeping Time and Using Rhythm

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 23 Jul 2018 11:12:00 +0000

Moments become magical no stage because of great timing and use of rhythm. Performers need to harness the power of the beat and use it to timed movements that will capture the audience.

Rhythm really does getcha! If you use it well you can get the audience too. Moments and movements that are timed and syncopated to the underlying rhythm is what creates showstopping moments for your crowd. Learn the basics of keeping time by simply walking, running, swimming, any repetitive movement. Form there you will be able to keep very good time while on stage. By timing a step, a stomp, a fist pump, any little movement makes HUGE impact on your audience. Our bodies were created to move in rhythm, use the god-given gift of rhythm to your advantage

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Episode 45: How to Rehearse Effectively

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 22 Jul 2018 01:40:00 +0000

Do you really need to rehearse? You have done this dozens of times. It's not like you have the time to put in for this show. Let’s just wing it this time.

Horse-Crap!
You MUST make time to rehearse. Sometimes it's not easy, you have a job and kids and you only have 3 days until the show. I get it. We all have busy schedules but if we are going to be successful performers we have to rehearse regardless of how often we perform or how much time we have, rehearsal is a necessary priority for a performer. You can run your rehearsal more efficiently in order to make it more effective. Instead of spending hours going over every small detail, focus on the performance as a whole. Take a littel time for have a mental rehearsal so you have a plan. Then go through the motions you envisioned, take it slow and make sure the movement feels natural and doable. Last, have 3-4 Full-out run-throughs. I mean don’t hold back, pick that energy up and do it like you are on stage - exactly as if you would perform.

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Episode 44: Expectations Kill Dreams

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 19 Jul 2018 01:15:00 +0000

A performer cannot function when they have expectations. We need Freedom!

How can you get rid of the expectations?
Try a little Hope.

Yes, You can hope for a great show, you can hope the audience likes you, you can hope you nail the hard part. Expectations add too much pressure and stress for a performer. If we fail to meet those expectations we see depression and disappointment which will hold us back from moving forward. We need the freedom that Hope allows so we can give up on perfection and focus on the art.

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Episode 43: You SHOULD Be Nervous!

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 18 Jul 2018 04:22:00 +0000

The butterflies in the stomach...The sweaty palms...The tightness in your throat...The weakness you feel...It's all part of being nervous before you go on stage. This is exactly how you should feel before a performance.

The nervousness you feel before the show is 100% normal. As a matter of fact, this is exactly how you are supposed to feel. If you were not nervous it would mean that you no longer care. Everyone gets the same feelings but it's all in how you deal with it. You have the opportunity to change those feeling into excitement. Being nervous does not mean you lack talent and it is not a sign that you should give up and go home. It is a chance. It is a chance to switch from FLIGHT to FIGHT and go out there and perform your ass off!

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Episode 42: Do What You Have to Do

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 15:26:00 +0000

Stop turning away opportunities that don’t “fit” with your vision. Sometimes you hae to do things you don’t want to do in order to have the opportunity to do the things you want to do.

We live in a world full of judgement but we should not allow the judgement to affect our path. There will be times when an opportunity is presented and you are very unsure of taking it. Maybe it doesn’t line up with what you envisioned for yourself. If you get to perform in a new way it is a true opportunity for learning and growth.

Most of the time doing things we have to do will lead us to new discoveries about our talents and will help us find new things to be passionate about. Don’t let judgement of Desk-dwellers stop you from moving forward. On the same note - don’t be the person judging other performers for find a new and different way to use their talents. Don’t make someone feel bad for doing something that they have to do to get by.

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Episode 41: The Circle of Performing

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 11 Jul 2018 03:46:00 +0000

Your success as a performer is entirely up to the audience. You have to engage with them and give them a memorable performance if they are going to like, follow, subscribe, and eventually come back.

That’s The Circle of Performing. You engage them during your performance, they react by following, subscribing, or purchasing, and you create more to engage them. Sounds simple right? It is. And the best part about how simple this is - you can do it with small actions on stage. Grab a hand, high five, dance with someone, make eye contact, speak directly to them. These small action create massive reaction in your audience. They will crave more, they will crave to be a part of your success on stage.

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Episode 40: A Small Crowd is a Mighty Crowd

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 8 Jul 2018 21:03:00 +0000

Too Often performers obsess over the size of the crowd. Before they even set foot on
stage we are concerned that not enough people showed up. Our whole career comes to
grinding halt because only 15 people are here to see us perform.

What is wrong with that?

It's completely absurd to believe that a small crowd does not deserve a big performance. They came, isn’t that what counts. We spend so much effort wondering why or who’s fault it is instead of preparing to perform the show of our lives. We keep count of the people that aren’t there instead of focusing on the few that are. Do they not deserve a phenomenal show? After all they showed up when no one else did. If anything they should be treated better than a larger crowd. We should stay focused on giving our best performance even when the crowd is small. You really never know who is in that crowd.

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Episode 39: It's called Momentum

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 4 Jul 2018 02:16:00 +0000

Calling yourself a performer means you have to be your best on stage every single time. That can be hard for most of us because of a little thing call life. So what do you do? How can you be at your best every time?

Daily Action!

You have to do something everyday to work toward greatness. You have the talent and the skill, but you also need to have the drive. The drive to push yourself, the drive to prioritize rehearsal over video games, the drive to make progress daily. Your audience is waiting for your creation. You own the stage, you are the creator of your dreams.

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Episode 38: My Discovery

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 2 Jul 2018 21:07:00 +0000

The day I discovered my performance style is a day I will never forget. I met an entertainer that was absolutely incredible and immediately became infatuated with learning more.

The problem - I was completely shut-down by my would-be mentor. Instead of welcoming me and encouraging me, I got an autograph and embarrassment instead. This fueled me to find my own way. Before youtube and before everything was easily search online, we had to talk to people and make our own discoveries. I pooled my resources and worked with my close friends to develop myself and become the entertainer I am today. It was a long road but worth it. The moral of my story - keep pushing for your dreams or no one else will.

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Episode 37: EXTRA Ordinary

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 24 Jun 2018 03:32:00 +0000

“If Art is made by ordinary people, then you’d have to allow that the
ideal artist would have to be an ordinary person too, with the whole
usual mixed bag of traits that real human beings possess.”

[Art & Fear - The Perils (and rewards) or Artmaking][1] By David Bayles

What does it mean to be an artist?
Before you go look it up or google it - think - what does it really mean to be an artist?
We are humans that live complicated lives, suffer pain, fall in love, make mistakes...Just like every other human being. We are all artists, what sets us apart, what makes our art shine is the work we put into our craft. Taking the time to build on our talents and develop our skills. But first, just be human, just be ordinary.

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Episode 36: The Silent Treatment

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 22 Jun 2018 15:07:00 +0000

Are you serious? You are going to ignore me? Not even respond to my calls or e-mails? We rehearsed for 6 months and only had 1 gig and you are just going to walk away, no explanation? I thought we were friends. I trusted you. How could you do this to the group, we all worked so hard!

Have you ever sent a text or email similar to that? Or worse...have you received one? Getting upset and going silent is the MOST unprofessional way to handle your problems. Stop being afraid of having grown-up, adult conversations with your fellow performers. Even if it does not work out, have the conversation, communicate the issue. Who cares if you are right or wrong, get over yourself.

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Episode 35: Sick and Tired

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 17 Jun 2018 13:41:00 +0000

Let’s be honest...Being sick SUCKS! Thats me in this episode - Sick!

As performers, sometimes we have to work through sickness, sleep deprivation, heartache, life crapping on us; We have to work through it all because our audience needs us to. Yes, there is a time when you may to too sick to perform. That happens to everyone. But not every show needs to be cancelled because you coughed or sneezed. Sometimes when you push through and perform anyways you show that you are human. Performers that are human and “normal” are in short supply but the audience LOVES the authenticity of being human while on stage. They forgive our mistakes and our shortcomings when we show that we are like them...normal human beings that get sick, lose sleep, or go through hard times.

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Episode 34: In Your Face

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 14 Jun 2018 17:55:00 +0000

So you rehearsed your material, you know where to stand, you know your moves. What about your face?

Facial Expressions need to be practiced and toned just like the rest of your performance. You communicate so much with your audience just with your face. The best way to practice is to first get to know your face, work the muscles and watch yourself in the mirror or on video. Once you know your own face you can better convey the intended emotion of the performance.

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Episode 33: How To Be Yourself On Stage

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 8 Jun 2018 03:50:00 +0000

I’ve said it before, when you step on stage your persona allows you to be the truest version of yourself. That's a pretty scary thought sometimes. So how do you pick what to let out?

Building your stage persona will take time and reflection. You can start by emulating those you look up to. Observe who they are on stage and how they present themselves. Take one thing….just one and start there. Add the pieces of you that are the most true and raw. This is where reflection comes in. You have to look deep and figure out the part of you that you are most afraid to show and bring that out. Then you have to have confidence...or at least your persona does. Then you step into that character and viola! Stage Persona.

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Episode 32: What's Your Name?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 4 Jun 2018 02:53:00 +0000

Having a stage name makes it easy for being to connect with you after the show, it helps people find you. Using your real name could help people find you also...but in more of a creepy, stalker sort of way.

A stage name is similar to a pen name for an author. It is your brand and how people will be able to remember you. When choosing your name you will want to spend some time giving it thought, don’t just pick it on a whim. Make it mean special, make it mean something. You will also do well to ensure it is easy to spell so when people try to connect with you they do not have to try 30 different version of what they think your name is. Pick a name that you will not have to change in 5-10 years.

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Episode 31: Share Your Dreams

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 1 Jun 2018 14:52:00 +0000

One of the things you learn as a coach is the best methods of helping people hold themselves accountable while pursuing their passion. It is so easy to give up if no one knows what you are doing

Sharing your Dreams with the people that are closest with you will help hold you accountable simply because they will ask about it. Just knowing other people are waiting to see what you can accomplish is enough to push you to do more, rehearse more, make more phone calls. Share you performing passion with everyone you can because they will help push you to new heights and they will be the ones to celebrate with you when you are successful.

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Episode 30: The Three Gates of Performing

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 30 May 2018 15:10:00 +0000

Every performer has to go through these 3 gates in order to “make it.”
Are you Good Enough?
Do You Want it?
Are you tough enough to get it?

Are you good enough?

How easy would it be to just say no and give up? Pretty easy right? But you can fix that no, you can work your tail off to get better, to grow as an artist.
Do You want it?

Prove it! What have you done to show you want it?
Are you tough enough to get it?

You can be. You can keep going until you get to that YES! To that stage of your dreams. Iit takes the hard work (gate 1), passion (gate 2), and tenacity.

Lets do this!

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Episode 29: Why the Hesitation?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 29 May 2018 00:50:00 +0000

There are little moments when we are on stage that our mind begins to question what our body is doing. In these moments we have a choice to make. Do we play it safe, or go big?

Did you hesitate?

We have to go big, we have to push through that moment of weakness and do the things we are feeling. That is what makes us strong performers, the ability to leave it all on the stage. Hesitation will create disappointment. You should never leave the stage knowing there was more you can do. Keep your mind right, and just go with your gut, do the things that scare you.

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Episode 28: The Big D

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 24 May 2018 02:35:00 +0000

t's not what you think I swear.

You can’t stop it but you can certain avoid it. Drama does NOT have to rule your life or your career. Often times we are affected by drama due to some selfish or self-righteous (or both) individual that feels the need to make every situation about them. Drama Queens make a HUGE deal out of the smallest issue and they keep stirring that pot until everyone they associate with is involved in problems they have no business being involved with. Drama Sucks! Don’t let it suck you in.

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Episode 27: Dealing with a Copycat

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 18 May 2018 02:24:00 +0000

Have you ever felt like another entertainer was stealing your ideas? All your hard word and the creative process and then ‘POOF’ someone just takes your idea or copies what you do. Who do they think they are? Maybe not who you think…

There is an old saying “Imitation is the most sincere form of flattery.” Many times when we feel like someone is copying us, they are actually inspired by us. Take that thought for a spin. We have inspired them and given them something to strive for. Before you attack these supposed Copycats - stop, take a moment and think about why they are mimicking your style. Is there a slight chance that they are using your performance as a based for what they strive to do? Perhaps we should engage them rather than attach them. Let's check the ego on this one. I have been on the bad side of an ego-trip and trust me, it destroys dreams and crushes a novice performers hopes of learning from you and modeling you.

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Episode 26: Just Be Nice

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 8 May 2018 11:00:00 +0000

There are going to b many times when you e working with other entertainers. Maybe you are in the same show, maybe you are collaboration, maybe its a competition. No matter what it is, there are behaviors that are respectful and behaviors that should never happen.

Professional courtesy is easy to master if you live by the golden rule: Treat others how you would like to be treated, but we don’t always do that. This episode Reggie talks about the little things you can do to make sure you are respectful and respectED as an entertainer. If you want the short version: Just be nice.

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Episode 25: Number Three

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 30 Apr 2018 01:44:00 +0000

There are 3 things that every performer wants to happen when they step on stage.

As we go through number one and number two, keep in mind number three by far the most important. Anyone that can be successful with number three will be successful. One and Two will happen without fail as long as you are able to master number three.

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Episode 24: Know your worth / When to Say NO

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 20 Apr 2018 19:05:00 +0000

Have you ever been approached for a booking or gig that just did not feel right? Maybe it was the low-ball pay; maybe it was how you were approached. Knowing what your worth will help when deciding it’s time to say no.

When I was approached for a booking that was posted publicly like a sales ad, I knew I could not be a part of that show. There was no vision, no direction just an open call for first-come, first-served. When it is done in this way the entertainers can feel devalued and as entertainers, we need to feel special.

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Episode 23: You are More than a Performer

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 17 Apr 2018 03:20:00 +0000

It is perfectly normal to have a job and still be a performer. Its ok to have a job and go after your passion at the same time. We all have to balance work, rehearsal, family, performances and life events.

Too many performers neglect other parts of thei life to pursue their passions. While I 100% support you going for your passion, you are also allowed to have family time, you are allowed to have a job, you are allowed to have a LIFE off stage. You do not have to be “ON” all the time. Yes-you have to put in work; Yes-you have to push yourself, but you are also a mother, father, spouse, daughter, son, friend, neighbor, grandchild, grandparent, and you are still you. It is ok to take time for your family and for yourself. Don’t neglect your dreams, but also don’t neglect your life.

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Episode 22: Putting All Your Eggs in One Basket

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 1 Apr 2018 23:14:00 +0000

Focusing on your dreams is one of the most important decisions you will make. It is truly life-altering. So what about the wife and kids? What about all the financial responsibilities lying over there on the counter in the form of BILLS?

Its ok to need a job. Keeping a steady income does not mean you are giving up on your life’s dream. Its ok to do (and sometimes enjoy) both. You may even fin your performance skills useful in other environments at work.

Never give up on the dream but don’t run from responsibility.

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Episode 21: Let's Get Digital...Digital!

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 30 Mar 2018 20:37:00 +0000

Every entertainer needs to have an online home, some place to send potential fans when they want more of your art.

I am sure each of you have personal social media accounts and maybe you do have pages for your performance art but do you have it all? Everything you need to build a digital fan army?

Facebook Page
Facebook Group
Twitter
Instagram
Snapchat
Website

Email capture
Events
Gig Salad

Did you know you can do all of it for very little cost? What are you waiting for? Get digital for your fans. There are over a billion active social media accounts. There is a good chance that the people that see you perform are some of them and they need to be able to find you and connect with you online. That's how you start a fan ARMY!

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Episode 20: There's Always Gonna Be Another Mountain

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 26 Mar 2018 10:50:00 +0000

Adversity is inevitable when you are a performer. There are going to be people and things that slow you down or try to bring you down. It's all in how you face it.

There are going to be empty crowds, there are going to be rough nights, there are going to be people that just don’t like you or don’t get you. The key is don’t let it slow you down. As performer’s we are going to get put through the ringer, but it's all about getting out the other side stronger. No matter what happens in your career you have to keep going and keep giving everything you have on stage.

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Episode 19: Repetitive is Boring

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 19 Mar 2018 01:30:00 +0000

Have you ever seen a movie so many times you damn-near have it memorized? What if your audience felt that way about you? It happens more often than you might think.

You have this show or bit you do for the first time - it goes over incredibly well. So you do it again. As a performer you are excited that the audience is receiving your creation so well, so you continue doing the same show or bit. What happens?

Eventually your audience is going to fizzle out. This doesn’t make you a poor performer, it DOES, however, make you repetative and repetative is Boring. People crave the new and different and if you want to keep moving forward and gaining fans, you have to be the one to give them what the crave. Get creative with all aspects of your performance, push boundaries.

And Don’t apologize for experimenting.

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Episode 18: Who Are You? I Really Wanna Know

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 14 Mar 2018 02:15:00 +0000

Who Are you when you step on stage?

If that is a question that has never crossed your mind, tune in.

As Performers, anytime we step on stage we should have a persona, or character that is our own. We step into this persona when we are on stage so we can feel free to be the truest version of ourselves without any fear of judgement. Having a character allows you to fully explore your creativity and even push boundaries.

Even if you do not use a stage name (which if not, it is HIGHLY recommended that you start) you can benefit from having a persona. You get to create this character how you see yourself, finally allowing the audience to see who you see, or who you WANT to see.

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Episode 17: What I Learned from a Drag Queen

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sun, 11 Mar 2018 18:45:00 +0000

In this episode we take a deep dive into the root of the art of drag - Lip Sync. Many people disregard lip sync as an art form and I am here to advocate why every performer should learn to lip sync like a Drag Queen.

Drag Queens are notorious for the flamboyant costumes, outrageous hair and creative make-up but what most people fail to see is the art and focus that goes into the lip sync portion of the performance. We also discuss the importance of every performer learning to lip sync and learning to perform drag.

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Episode 16: What Should I Wear?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 3 Mar 2018 18:50:00 +0000

How do you decide what you wear on stage? This should always be part of your plan. What you wear is an extension of the performance.

Your Audience needs you to put thought into your visual presentation of yourself. You could be the best musician or singer or drag queen or dancer in the world but the audience will not care if you are not presented well. You cannot get on stage it your street clothes, gym clothes, or “running-errands clothes.” A great outfit does need to cost a fortune, take a trip to a craft shore and a thrift shop - find a way to CREATE your vision.

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Episode 15: Appearance Matters

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Thu, 1 Mar 2018 02:30:00 +0000

How do you feel after a haircut? A fresh Shave? A new style? A shower?

Chances are you are like most people and you feel refreshed and have a little pep in your step.

That little pep...That's your confidence coming out to play. Most everyone feels more confident when they freshen up their appearance and that confidence can make worlds of difference on stage. No matter your style, you should be showering and trimming and just “freshening” prior to stepping on stage, every time. When you feel good, you are confident and when you are confident you perform better for your audience.

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Episode 14: Conversation with my Audience

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 24 Feb 2018 19:33:00 +0000

Today I simply want to have a conversation, no specific topic but a focus on what this podcast is, who I am, and what I am bringing to you after my book release on Thursday.

If you want to continue this conversation, shoot me an email - Reggie@BeingonStage.com

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Episode 13: Command Attention

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 17 Feb 2018 21:15:00 +0000

Stage Presence as defined by Google is the ability to command the attention of a theater audience by the impressiveness of one's manner or appearance. Doesn’t that mean our manner (or performance) must impress the audience? How can you be impressive?

Something as simple as confidence is impressive. Confidence in all you do on stage. If your performance is lacking the impressiveness it is also lacking connection and confidence. You can improve this by following my 3 rules I share in this episode:

Don’t be afraid to look foolish, in fact the more foolish you feel the better you actually look as long as you have confidence.

2. If people laugh, let them laugh. They will amount to nothing more than what they already are.
3. Let the ridicule and adversity be your fuel. Strive to perform at such a level that anyone naysayers will look foolish for questioning your talent.

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Episode 12: Get to know your Stage

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 12 Feb 2018 04:45:00 +0000

There are a lot of different types and sizes of stages. This episode discusses techniques to help in adapting to each one.

Every stage has its quirks and the more you perform on any given stage, the more you get to know its quirks - where the light hits perfectly, where that weird soft spot is, where the rough patch is that tears up your jeans when you knee slide. Unfortunately, we don’t all perform on the same stage over and over so I have only one tip to provide to help you adapt to evey single stage you will ever find yourself performing on.

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Lessons from Justin Timberlake's Superbowl Halftime Show

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Tue, 6 Feb 2018 03:00:00 +0000

Watch along with me as I share my reactions to he Halftime show featuring Justin Timberlake. Forget all you have heard about it and just look at the art, watch the actual presentation and performance.

This episode discusses some key takeaways from the halftime show by Justin Timberlake. There are many concepts he shows you and I share some insight on how you can use his techniques and showmanship practices take your performance to the next level.
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Episode 11: Saying Thank You

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 2 Feb 2018 18:25:00 +0000

Expressing gratitude is sign of respect, humility, and professionalism that even some celebrities have yet to display. There are a lot of people that make it possible for you to be on that stage and they deserve your gratitude.

Starting with your audience. Without them you would not have a stage to stand on. They are your primary people to show your thanks. Doing something as simple as saying thank you will go further with your audience than anything you do on stage. It is also important to thank the individuals that made it possible for you to perform; the booking agent, the owner of the venue, the promoter. Finally other people working and/or entertaining in the same show. That includes the bartenders, DJ, other entertainers. So many people are deserving of your thanks and giving it to them will make them respect you and be more apt to support your career in the future.

With that I also thank you for listening and subscribing to the Being On Stage Podcast.

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Episode 10: Establish a Routine

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 27 Jan 2018 01:15:00 +0000

Every great performer has a pre-show routine they follow to put them “in the zone.” What do you do?

If you don’t already have your own routine, it is important that you establish one so that you can properly prepare your body and mind to be on stage. It does not have to bea fancy all-day routine, it can be something simple and easy as long as it works for you. When establishing a routine you should consider how and what you eat, get good sleep the night before, and have a period of relaxation as show time approaches. There is no wrong way, you just have to find what works for you.

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Episode 9: Fake it Til You Make it...Real

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 19 Jan 2018 21:30:00 +0000

Life happens...and sometimes we, as performers struggle with our passion on stage when life is tough off stage. How can you remain connected to your material and energized by the performance? FAKE IT

Truth is after a few minutes, you won’t be faking. The natural performer will rise and the sow will be amazing. Put yourself in the moment and if you must, fake the confidence, fake the energy, fake the passion because your audience is waiting for you to entertain the - that's your job as a performer.

Sometimes even with “regular jobs” we don’t want to get up, we don’t want to go into work but we have to put on our big boy pants and get to it. Fake it until it becomes real, then everything else will fade away and you will truly be in the moment.

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Episode 8: It's All About Audience

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 17 Jan 2018 03:30:00 +0000

Performing on Stage is all about the Audience; without the Audience there is no Stage. In this episode I discuss why the audience is important as well as 2 key ways to connect with your audience from the stage.

In this episode I discuss why the audience is important as well as 2 key ways to connect with your audience from the stage. The first is being passionate in every moment that you are on stage. The Audience can tell if you are just going through the motion; you have to genuinely FEEL what you are putting out. The second way is timing. I review important questions to ask yourself when visualizing your show I cover how you can elicit the reaction you want from the crown at the moments you want them.

This is the introductory episode for the Mic Drop Method, a training and coaching program in development with a focus on improving on stage performance using some of the tips reviewed on this episode and other.

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Episode 7: Stop Comparing Yourself to Others (part 2)

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 5 Jan 2018 20:00:00 +0000

There is a dark and dangerous path to take if you continue comparing yourself to others.

Jealousy.

Jealousy is an ugly monster that will contort the person you are and change you into someone you would never have imagined yourself to be and someone you will look back and be ashamed of.

It cannot be stressed enough that you should not focus on the success of others. You must continue to focus on your path and your art in order to truly be successful.
Tearing down other artists will only spawn more and more hate and negativity .

We need to push ourselves to a positive journey and learn from others as a way to improve ourselves.

Talking crap and tearing down will only lead you down a lonely path that lands you behind a desk...not on a stage in front of thousands.

Episode 6: Stop Comparing Yourself to Others

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 16:00:00 +0000

“I’m not good enough”

“I’ll never be as good as ______”

These phrases are confidence killers. We have to stop judging ourselves based on the success of others.

When you say things like this you are actually making it harder to grow as an entertainer and as an artist. You have to be OK with people being better than you. There will always be someone that is better than you, has better shows, gets paid more, has more success; and you have to embrace the challenge. Stop tearing yourself down and focus on what you need to work at to get to the level of success that you desire.

Episode 5: Are you Ready?

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Mon, 11 Dec 2017 11:40:00 +0000

What if your dreams were handed to you today? Would you feel ready? Are you confident enough to accept the next step and take it?

Every opportunity should be viewed as a once in a lifetime opportunity but if you don’t feel ready for the next step you may miss out...permanently. Whether you are “still working on it” or “not good enough yet,” you have to get past those feelings in order to allow yourself to move forward as an entertainer.

Even if you are just starting out, the next step may be just getting on stage for the first time. What if you are AMAZING? You may never know if you don’t just take that leap of faith in yourself.

Episode 4: It's not about you

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Wed, 6 Dec 2017 17:00:00 +0000

What is the difference between a crowd and an audience? Mainly Everything.
Crowd are people gathered and an Audience is gathered to spectate. A great entertainer can turn a crown into their audience and turn an audience into their fans and followers.

So you turn a crowd into your audience?

Provide an Experience to pull them in.

How do you turn your audience into your fans?

Realize that the audience is the reason we get on stage. We are sharing our art and the audience is there to experience it.

Being on stage is NOT about you.

Episode 3: Pushing Yourself to Grow

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 2 Dec 2017 15:14:00 +0000

It can be tough to continuously push yourself to get better and to grow as an entertainer. Every time you step on stage you should be giving 150%, don’t plan on being just ‘OK.’ Performing on stage requires a plan to be amazing each and everytime.

So how do we do it?

It requires finding the source of your motivation and use it to push yourself. Maybe it's the audience response, maybe it's the vision of what the performance will look like, maybe it's the feeling you get when you are in front of the audience. We Want to turn our audience into our fans and in order to do that continually we have to push ourselves to be better today than we were yesterday.

Episode 2: Getting Over Stage Fright

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 25 Nov 2017 21:48:00 +0000

Everyone has suffered from some form of stage fright at one point or another. It can cripple careers and lives. There is no living with this fear, you have to conquer it or you will cease to grow as an artist.

There are 3 types of stage Fright:
People that Freeze

People that think they can’t do it

People that can’t let go

Do you fall into one of these categories?
This episode will help you start getting past this debilitating fear so you can truly leave your legacy on stage.

Episode 1: Letting YOU Shine Through

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 18 Nov 2017 12:32:00 +0000

The most terrifying thing to do is be authentic and being yourself on stage. As Entertainers we play a character on stage but the most powerful performances are when you take off the face and be REAL! The Audience wants to see the imperfections in who you are, people want authenticity when they watch a live performance.

Take a moment and share yourself with your audience and you will find liberation and you will make a real connections with your audience.

Episode 0: Introduction to Being on Stage

Reggie@beingonstage.com (Reggie Daughson) — Sat, 11 Nov 2017 16:00:00 +0000

Introducing the Being on Stage Podcast with Reggie Daughson. The only podcast that gives you the motivation, inspiration, and confidence to be better on stage.

What is Being on Stage?

Who is this Podcast for?

What is the Purpose of this show?

Keep on Shining!