Comedy Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS

Operation H.O.T. - Honoring Our Troops at Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan

2011-07-21T11:09:00.006-04:00

I just returned from Germany, Kuwait, Qatar and Afghanistan, where I entertained the troops at Bagram Air Base.

Check out videos and pictures from the trip:
- story from Bagram air base Story here

- Trip documentary trailer

Operation H.O.T. Trailer from Christopher Shepherd Films on Vimeo.

- Pictures posted on Facebook (Friend me) pictures on Facebook

What an amazing experience. I got a chance to bring smiles to the people that fight for freedom. Big hugs to everyone!!!

Inspirational comedy hypnotist The Incredible BORIS - motivational entertainment, from Toronto, Ontario, Canada, performing worldwide

Great Show!

2011-02-02T12:29:00.007-05:00

Forget the autograph line. Embrace the line of people heading out of the showroom. This line is often right next to the staircase leading off stage or a space next to the table selling memorabelia.

A performer is often caught in the outpouring of congratulatory hands after the show to offer a compliment on a job well done. In the midst of shaking hands and selling product, a star is born. Some performers feel like flight attendants shaking hands and saying the obligatory thank yous. I use that opportunity to tweak my show and get feedback.

I enjoy hearing the accolades from the audience. But the part that I enjoy the most is hearing what people have to say between the lines of ego-boosting verbiage. It is always easy to say “great show”. I love engaging audience members with questions like “What did you find the most memorable moment?”, “What struck you as if it did not belong” and “What would you improve?”. The show needs continuity. As a comedy writer, I listen to my audience’s point of view to write material that will strike a chord and deliver and impact unlike any other. Because of that, my stage routines have transcended through the invaluable use of that feedback. Some material has evolved, while other bits got dropped to make room for more elaborately crafted comedy material. This helps keep the show fresh and constantly evolving. However, not all material gets put away in your “bag of tricks”. At one point, I dropped several routines from the show to make room for new material. You only get so much time onstage, so bits get put away, retoooled with the times, changed for better effect. This allows me to be universal and have material for any occasion - from corporate events to college shows to television appearances. Regular audience members in numerous cities have guided me to rethink about dropping some rouitnes that I now consider signature bits. Every performer needs them. People come to the show to see and hear them again and are dissappointed when left out of the performance. Every unforgettable performer needs them. I strive to be that performer and hope to live in the hearts and minds of my audiences long after the show is over.

Unforgettable comedy hypnotist The Incredible BORIS - motivational corporate entertainment, Las Vegas shows, school campus events for student activities

Company Holiday Christmas party event planning and corporate team building useful tips

2010-11-07T10:33:00.008-05:00

The art of booking a party is timeless. Here is an updated checklist.

“Holiday entertainment planning is a serious business – a lot happens behind the scenes, long before the CEO says thanks for a job well-done”, says Incredible BORIS (Boris Cherniak).

Around this time of the year, human resources managers, entertainment committees and company CEOs are asking the age-old question - How do we make our holiday event an affair to remember? After all, we are simply trying to thank the employees, suppliers and their families for a job well done throughout the year. We also want this event to motivate the group to be happy and productive in the future. This is a more difficult task that may appear.

“The event planning committee has an enormous task of fitting into the ever-shrinking budgets while keeping party-goers excited,” says Boris Cherniak, corporate event planning professional, comedy hypnotist entertainer and motivational speaker.

Here is a helpful checklist of planning a holiday party, provided by Boris Cherniak:

1. Budget. Break down all the amounts allocated to each task then you can have a clear view of how much room you have to play. Spend it wisely and know what your limitations are. The old rule of thumb is you get what you pay for. If it appears too inexpensive you may not be getting what you expected. Get the best value possible with the resources you have available. It is easy to spend ANY budget. You may have to make a few sacrifices. What gets eliminated first and what should be kept at any cost? Always keep in mind of what the overall impression by the attendees will be. Leave a lasting impression.

2. Number of people in attendance – estimate the number of people expected at the party. Keep in mind that a small percentage may not attend due to lack of babysitters, illness or vacation.

3. Book the venue - banquet hall, restaurant, company auditorium. Pick a location that is convenient for your group with amenities like transportation, parking, etc.

4. Food and catering – dinner / lunch, drinks or buffet – most halls will offer you different choices of meal options, hors d’oerves, desserts and per person amounts. Make sure there are enough choices for all tastes and food preferences - vegan, chicken, beef or fish...

5. Schedule and timing. It is easy to under-estimate the amount of time a function will take due to many unforeseen circumstances. Factors such as how long the speeches will take, time to bring out the food or attendees arriving late due to a freak snowstorm or traffic. This can change the dynamic of your event - plan accordingly and have a contingency plan.

6. Entertainment – hypnotist, comedian, juggler, psychic, magician, DJ and dancing, party games, or a combination of several of the above. Entertainment is a wonderful way to make your event memorable. Entertainment comes in many budgets and styles. Pick a solution that will not only make the company and event planner look good, but will leave a lasting impression on the attendees. Explore different options best suited to your group. Local or national performers can be considered. Many are available on the web and could be your first place of inquiry. Many agencies have a roster of people they can suggest. Never forget to look within your company for entertainment suggestions and talent (in every company there is a band or a disk jockey that would be more than happy to accommodate your budget and show off their talents). Keep in mind that entertainers are extremely busy during the holiday season – leaving booking your entertainment until the last minute is not a good idea as your date may no longer be available. Expect that at times entertainers will be on a specific time frame - during the holiday season many will have several shows during the day to maximize their earning potential. Note the exact times you require the performers and stick to those times. Some performers even charge for extra hours on site such as DJs so expect to incur extra costs and discuss the amounts beforehand.

7. Sound, lighting, projection equipment and audio visual materials – Have a run-through and make sure everything is in place before your audience arrives so that you don’t have to deal with “technical difficulties”.

8. Accommodations for any out of town guests and transportation to and from the airport and hotels, valet parking or self-park.

9. Taxi cabs for anyone that over-indulges in the open bar concept and to avoid liability.

10. Registration – name cards for your guests, open seating or pre-arranged seating plan.

11. Awards, door prizes and giveaways. Many of these can be donated by your suppliers or provided to you at their cost for your holiday event. It shows good faith, and don’t be surprised if the suppliers return the favor. There are also a large number of companies that specialize in corporate givaways - a little momento of the evening with an imprinted company logo may add a touch of class to your celebration.

12. Party theme and décor – color scheme, chair covers, centerpieces, flowers, ice sculptures. One of the more unique ideas I saw recently was a sports theme, where instead of elegant centerpieces, sports memorabilia was placed in the center of the tables, which was available for the guests to take home – these included running shoes and football helmets.

13. Dress and attire. Let the attendees know what to expect to wear – formal, casual or business attire. We all heard a story of a prank where a person is invited to a pajama party when it’s a formal affair.

14. Invitations or a simple announcement in the company newsletter and bulletin board.

15. Contracts. Commit to the people you will be doing business with, since it usually is done on a first come basis. Halls, performers and caterers have limited availability. Be decisive and direct. Most people will give you a price range that would depend on your choice of options. Many event suppliers will require deposits to commit, which are regularly 50 per cent and are non-refundable.

16. Presentations – keep the speeches brief and to the point. Number of speakers should be kept down to a minimum. After all, people are there to be social and not to be lectured.

17. Everyone wants to have a party on a Saturday. You may find that having an alternate day of the week may greatly reduce your expenses and make it easier to hire entertainment and book your venue. Also, consider having your function early afternoon. A lunch is less expensive than a seven-course dinner.

18. Include a table for the crew, entertainment and other behind-the-scenes people. They, at times forget to eat to make sure your event runs smoothly. Show them the spirit of the holiday season and include them in your celebrations.

19. If your business is busy during the holiday season, consider having your event earlier or later. It should not make a difference if your function is held in November or January instead of December.

20. Have a cell phone handy for any last-minute emergencies the day of your event. If a cell phone is not an option (no signal or simply unavailable), make sure your suppliers have the venue address and phone number.

21. Your function will be attended by people from many walks of life and backgrounds - politically correct term is Holiday Party. Make it chic, memorable and fun. Have people walk away saying - I had a great time, that was incredible.

Happy Holidays.

Comedian Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS for Holiday Christmas Party Entertainment Ideas - funny, motivational, team building, unforgettable

Boris is an award-winning comedy stage hypnotist that appears in upwards 300 live performances yearly. He is a frequent talk show guest, seen on Maury, Montel, Howie Mandel Show and more. Incredible Boris is not just a stage name, but also a way to describe a positive attitude and a constant state of mind.

Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS - www.IncredibleBORIS.com

Summer Reality

2010-06-09T23:05:00.004-04:00

As the weather gets warmer, it marks the start of summer reality talent shows. Some of the guilty pleasures of mine are two shows - America's Got Talent and Last Comic Standing. I watch it not because I want to see the heartbreaking stories and misfits that are there to joke around, but because I get to see some of my friends and misfits daring to put a spark in their careers that will start a fire.

I owned and ran a comedy club chain for 10 years of my life and have been instrumental in giving some of these brilliant talents much needed stage time.

I love the fact that talents get exposed to mass TV audiences and wish everyone the very best. I regularly follow the behind the scenes accounts and enjoy watching the outcomes from the couch as an audience member, rather than an industry insider.

Special mention goes out to the new judge, Howie on AGT. Continued success and glad you help make careers of others.

Comedian Stage Hypnotist for Corporate functions and Team Building Entertainment Event Ideas, Frosh week student activities orientation Stage Hypnosis shows, motivational speaker and author, book forthcoming

Interview and a painting

2010-05-10T08:03:00.002-04:00

I recently did an interview. I found the concept fascinating and the outcome superb.

You can read the interview along with pictures here - http://www.artzmark.com/Interview_Boris_Cherniak.htm

The artist, Marc Eliuk, does an interview after a lot of research, then paints the subject. Judge for yourself, because he posts the interview and the painted portrait for everyone to see.

Interview Subject, Comedian Stage Hypnotist for Corporate Events, Team Building Entertainment Ideas, Frosh week student activities Stage Hypnosis shows

News Tweets

2010-04-20T12:06:00.004-04:00

The masses are abandoning the news sources. Talk shows have to proclaim ALL NEW! to distance themselves from reruns. Media has become about shocking and teasers. It will get our attention, but when everyone is doing it, the message becomes so watered down, it becomes hard to decipher the real shockers from the attention grabbers.
On the other hand, the news is easily and instantly available through sources like talk shows and social media outlets. Talk shows scrape the surface in the monologues, while social media gives you the option of further inquiry. You can always follow a link at your leisure. It’s amazing how the talk shows are becoming the delivery vehicle for news to a vast majority of people. Or if you really want to know…just look for twitter trending topics, which is simply a measure of what everyone is talking about.
We all want acknowledgement of our existence, but the world somehow became about talking to ourselves. We can do it from the privacy of our gadgets anywhere. Instead of talking…we spend time tweeting. Instead of spending time with loved ones, we text them thoughts in the room next door. Look someone in the eyes and tell them what you want them to know. Hypnotize them with your presence - that is what life’s about.

Comedian Hypnotist for team building activities and games at corporate events, social media expert, tv segment guest

Social Networking in 140 characters

2010-02-21T16:23:00.004-05:00

I haven’t blogged in quite a while, since I found that my emotions could be condensed into 140 characters - embracing the likes of twitter.com, ping.fm, facebook status updates and similar social networking facilitators.

However, I don’t spend as much time on these social sites (as it may immediately appear), since most sites have allowed each other to steal status updates via a myriad of services. You just have to take the time to interconnect them all and keep track of all the passwords. In fact if you look at some of the older posts, a few of my thoughts slipped through the cracks and were delivered as blogs.

But… are 140 characters enough to deliver a sentiment or a link? I think NOT. The internet became a sea of abbreviations and condensed terms to fit into the tight space – LMAO, LMFAO, OMG, BRB, GTG. This changes the way we speak and acronyms have become commonplace, virtually shouted to someone who will listen.

Social sites are full of people trying to leverage the medium as a way to sell you something or as the new term suggests monetize your online experience. I will gladly accept all friendships, but find it wasteful when someone sees me only as another way to visit a commercial enterprise or deliver an advertisement. I am in it for information, rather than being an active shopper. What a quick way to lose a “friend” than simply by sending them an invitation to check out a commercial or a way to get rich quick. We are starting to differentiate between talking to and talking at, even if it is via word exchanges.

In the days, where having an online friend means you have encountered them somewhere in your online exploits, rather than an actual person that would be invited to your house for dinner and drinks. The internet is changing the language, where the word friend is thrown in the same manner as acquaintance used to be.

If we have befriended each other somewhere online, let’s make this relationship work... drinks and BBQ at my house – you bring the drinks.

Comedian Hypnotist, Social media expert, success therapist, presenter of events positive and motivational

2010-01-22T13:18:00.001-05:00

ROYGBIV

2010-01-21T13:35:00.001-05:00

May the world be your oyster

2010-01-20T14:58:00.001-05:00

sees the world through rose colored glasses!!!

2010-01-20T10:59:00.001-05:00

Is figuring out the psychology behind hearing the phone ringing while taking a shower

2010-01-13T10:55:00.001-05:00

is starting to pack...I am not packing, just starting

2010-01-12T17:28:00.001-05:00

--- TV show segment producers -- check this out ===> http://ping.fm/yc5Zy

2010-01-11T13:22:00.001-05:00

is off to INDY in a few days... booking, meetings and paperwork till I brave the airport again

2010-01-11T11:36:00.001-05:00

latenight television landscape is shaking up again --- http://ping.fm/hBOmY

2010-01-10T21:59:00.001-05:00

@HowieMMandel soon a favorite judge ===> http://ping.fm/kltqW

2010-01-10T10:18:00.001-05:00

--- my memory foam pillow has amnesia

2010-01-09T13:13:00.001-05:00

There are two certainties in life --- DEATH and TEXAS... and I was in Texas a few months ago performing at a NACA conference

2010-01-08T18:42:00.001-05:00

YALLA HABIBI --- http://ping.fm/ScI0Z

2010-01-08T16:09:00.001-05:00

ORANGE!!! lacy and sexy --- http://ping.fm/gEuBi

2010-01-08T11:53:00.001-05:00

network suits are at it again --- http://ping.fm/ark4c I AM available to improve ratings

2010-01-08T10:51:00.001-05:00

--- when I was young...we had to WRITE our thoughts

2010-01-07T08:42:00.001-05:00

watched People's Choice Awards... and I agree with the people most of the time.

2010-01-06T13:51:00.001-05:00

--- is loving the new Lady Gaga song BEDROOM ANTS !!! Rara ooo lala

2010-01-06T08:34:00.001-05:00

is excited about body scanners at the airport... one more gadget for me to play with ...and it's FREE

2010-01-05T13:04:00.001-05:00

--- you can lead a horse to water...

2010-01-04T23:21:00.001-05:00

--- give a man a fish... and he will eat for a day. Teach a man TO fish...

2010-01-04T11:44:00.001-05:00

Burj Dubai – the tallest landmark marvel opens today #BurjDubai #BurjKhalifa http://ping.fm/oCczR

2010-01-04T09:25:00.001-05:00

is looking forward to the American Idol premiere next week!!!!

2010-01-03T12:38:00.001-05:00

is back in Toronto playing with the snow blower. For those in warm climates - it's a mythical creature that moves the snow around.

2010-01-02T23:15:00.001-05:00

is home. Wishing YOU you a fantastic 2010!!!

2010-01-02T16:17:00.001-05:00

Is heading home from Montreal. Picking up a little smoked meat for the way back.

2009-12-31T16:08:00.001-05:00

Is wishing everyone a Happy New Year!!! May 2010 bring you health and happiness. Bubbly all around!!!

2009-12-24T14:56:00.001-05:00

Please vote for me for Entertainer of the Year at http://ping.fm/BfjwR Awards in Vegas in March. Happy Holidays!

2009-12-24T09:59:00.001-05:00

Is dreaming of a white X-mas... 'cause as of this weekend I will be a ski bunny

2009-12-14T00:54:00.001-05:00

is booking shows for the future...wishing everyone happy holidays

2009-12-12T16:56:00.001-05:00

thank you for all the great Birthday wishes...may YOUR day be fantastic... I am off shopping for presents for my computer

2009-12-11T10:48:00.001-05:00

CBC interview changed to an earlier time today in order to cover breaking news - I am on at 11:45 AM... Heading to studio

2009-12-10T20:45:00.001-05:00

appears on CBC TV News Now, Friday 1:30 PM EDT (national) - discussing event planning and holiday party entertainment http://ping.fm/ZdLJF

2009-12-10T18:53:00.001-05:00

will be appearing on CBC News Now on Friday at 1:30 PM EDT (national) - talking about event planning and holiday party entertainment

2009-12-10T18:51:00.001-05:00

will be appearing on CBC News Now on Friday at 1:30 EDT (national)

2009-12-10T18:30:00.001-05:00

really enjoyed using the snow blower this morning...but loves going to warm sunny places more!

2009-12-10T09:53:00.001-05:00

has computer up and running...now if I can only get it up, dressed and send it to school

2009-12-06T12:17:00.001-05:00

Has discovered that sneezing after you take your shoes off, gets you through airport security much faster

2009-12-06T12:11:00.001-05:00

Great show last night... Heading home from Portland... Flying to Vancouver first...lunch at the airport

2009-12-05T14:16:00.001-05:00

Embassy Suites driver had coffee for me upon pickup... Oops - now TMZ knows where I am

2009-12-05T13:21:00.001-05:00

happy to be in Portland, OR for a private show tonight... But I am happy to be anywhere.

2009-11-27T13:14:00.001-05:00

is making waves, changing the landscape and going against the grain

Company Christmas party and holiday event entertainment planning Useful Tips

2009-09-02T13:54:00.004-04:00

The art of booking a party is timeless. Here is an updated checklist.

“Holiday entertainment planning is a serious business – a lot happens behind the scenes, long before the CEO says thanks for a job well-done”, says Incredible BORIS (Boris Cherniak).

Around this time of the year, human resources managers, entertainment committees and company CEOs are asking the age-old question - How do we make our holiday event an affair to remember? After all, we are simply trying to thank the employees, suppliers and their families for a job well done throughout the year. We also want this event to motivate the group to be happy and productive in the future. This is a more difficult task that may appear.

“The people planning functions have an enormous task of fitting into the ever-shrinking budgets while keeping party-goers excited about attending the event,” says Boris Cherniak, corporate event planning professional, comedy hypnotist entertainer and motivational speaker.

Here is a helpful checklist of planning an affair for the holidays (as provided by Boris Cherniak):

1. Budget. Break down all the amounts allocated to each task then you can have a clear view of how much room you have to play. Spend it wisely and know what your limitations are. The old rule of thumb is you get what you pay for. If it appears too inexpensive you may not be getting what you expected. Get the best value possible with the resources you have available. It is easy to spend ANY budget. You may have to make a few sacrifices. What gets eliminated first and what should be kept at any cost? Always keep in mind of what the overall impression by the attendees will be. Leave a lasting impression.

2. Number of people in attendance – estimate the number of people expected at the party. Keep in mind that a small percentage may not attend due to lack of babysitters, illness or vacation.

3. Book the venue - banquet hall, restaurant, company auditorium. Pick a location that is convenient for your group with amenities like transportation, parking, etc.

4. Food and catering – dinner / lunch, drinks or buffet – most halls will offer you different choices of meal options, hors d’oerves, desserts and per person amounts. Make sure there are enough choices for all tastes and food preferences - vegan, chicken, beef or fish...

5. Schedule and timing. It is easy to under-estimate the amount of time a function will take due to many unforeseen circumstances. Factors such as how long the speeches will take, time to bring out the food or attendees arriving late due to a freak snowstorm or traffic. This can change the dynamic of your event - plan accordingly and have a contingency plan.

6. Entertainment – hypnotist, comedian, juggler, psychic, magician, DJ and dancing, party games, or a combination of several of the above. Entertainment is a wonderful way to make your event memorable. Entertainment comes in many budgets and styles. Pick a solution that will not only make the company and event planner look good, but will leave a lasting impression on the attendees. Explore different options best suited to your group. Local or national performers can be considered. Many are available on the web and could be your first place of inquiry. Many agencies have a roster of people they can suggest. Never forget to look within your company for entertainment suggestions and talent (in every company there is a band or a disk jockey that would be more than happy to accommodate your budget and show off their talents). Keep in mind that entertainers are extremely busy during the holiday season – leaving booking your entertainment until the last minute is not a good idea as your date may no longer be available. Expect that at times entertainers will be on a specific time frame - during the holiday season many will have several shows during the day to maximize their earning potential. Note the exact times you require the performers and stick to those times. Some performers even charge for extra hours on site such as DJs so expect to incur extra costs and discuss the amounts beforehand.

7. Sound, lighting, projection equipment and audio visual materials – Have a run-through and make sure everything is in place before your audience arrives so that you don’t have to deal with “technical difficulties”.

8. Accommodations for any out of town guests and transportation to and from the airport and hotels, valet parking or self-park.

9. Taxi cabs for anyone that over-indulges in the open bar concept and to avoid liability.

10. Registration – name cards for your guests, open seating or pre-arranged seating plan.

11. Awards, door prizes and giveaways. Many of these can be donated by your suppliers or provided to you at their cost for your holiday event. It shows good faith, and don’t be surprised if the suppliers return the favor. There are also a large number of companies that specialize in corporate givaways - a little momento of the evening with an imprinted company logo may add a touch of class to your celebration.

12. Party theme and décor – color scheme, chair covers, centerpieces, flowers, ice sculptures. One of the more unique ideas I saw recently was a sports theme, where instead of elegant centerpieces, sports memorabilia was placed in the center of the tables, which was available for the guests to take home – these included running shoes and football helmets.

13. Dress and attire. Let the attendees know what to expect to wear – formal, casual or business attire. We all heard a story of a prank where a person is invited to a pajama party when it’s a formal affair.

14. Invitations or a simple announcement in the company newsletter and bulletin board.

15. Contracts. Commit to the people you will be doing business with, since it usually is done on a first come basis. Halls, performers and caterers have limited availability. Be decisive and direct. Most people will give you a price range that would depend on your choice of options. Many event suppliers will require deposits to commit, which are regularly 50 per cent and are non-refundable.

16. Presentations – keep the speeches brief and to the point. Number of speakers should be kept down to a minimum. After all, people are there to be social and not to be lectured.

17. Everyone wants to have a party on a Saturday. You may find that having an alternate day of the week may greatly reduce your expenses and make it easier to hire entertainment and book your venue. Also, consider having your function early afternoon. A lunch is less expensive than a seven-course dinner.

18. Include a table for the crew, entertainment and other behind-the-scenes people. They, at times forget to eat to make sure your event runs smoothly. Show them the spirit of the holiday season and include them in your celebrations.

19. If your business is busy during the holiday season, consider having your event earlier or later. It should not make a difference if your function is held in November or January instead of December.

20. Have a cell phone handy for any last-minute emergencies the day of your event. If a cell phone is not an option (no signal or simply unavailable), make sure your suppliers have the venue address and phone number.

21. Your function will be attended by people from many walks of life and backgrounds - politically correct term is Holiday Party. Make it chic, memorable and fun. Have people walk away saying - I had a great time, that was incredible.

Happy Holidays.

Comedian Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS for Holiday Party Entertainment

Boris is a comedy stage hypnotist that appears in upwards 300 live performances yearly. He is a frequent talk show guest and delivers a comical point of view to an otherwise serious subject of human behavior and expression. He is a wordsmith comedian, observer and commentator on society quirks, obsessions and stereotypes. Incredible Boris is not just a stage name, but also a way to describe a positive attitude and a constant state of mind.

Boris has been featured on numerous television programs, including Maury, Montel, Howie Mandel Show and many more. Boris’ self-hypnosis Relaxation and Motivation CD is available through his web site or as a giveaway to complement his performance at your company’s function during this holiday season.

The Incredible Boris is an expert in psychology, hypnosis, body language, power of suggestion and human behavior. You can visit him on the net at Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS official site - www.IncredibleBORIS.com

Hypnotist for 2009 Event Entertainer

2008-11-27T11:34:00.005-05:00

I was nominated!!!!

WINNER - CEIA Star Awards - 2009 ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR

FINALIST - Event Solutions Spotlight Awards - 2009 ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR

Award winning Comedian Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS

Motivational Hypnotist as seen on Maury

2008-08-21T15:58:00.014-04:00

A while back I got a chance to be a part of something special.

The Maury show contacted me to be a part of a series that deals with odd, extreme and unusual fears and phobias - I would be able to help people, but most importantly show others that help is available.

The show format is simple – guests first talk about their fears. Then, whatever they are terrified of is then brought out so that they can face their extreme fears for the last time - at this point they usually run away (all around the set) from whatever terrifies them. Maury introduces me after the confrontations take place, and I spend time with these people in a private studio or a green room to help eliminate their fears. We then return to the set to show their irrational fears gone or drastically diminished in front of a studio audience.

Is this real or a set up? They are not actors, just folks with a fear who turned to a TV show to get help. Thanks to them, others in the same situation get to find out that they are not alone. These people are not only terrified, but the fear is ruining their lives. I hope anyone watching and identifies with a similar situation gets help. Hypnosis is extremely effective for fears and phobias.

I am often asked, “How do these people get on the show?” They or their loved ones call the show in response to something like “If you have a phobia called the Maury show now”. The producers respond to hundreds and thousands of these calls and select the most unusual and exciting for the broadcast. Then the show producers have an impossible task of scheduling everyone to be in the same place at the same time. The location is Manhattan, New York City. This involves planes, hotels and cars that make sure that every second is accounted for. The day of the taping someone makes sure that the wardrobe is proper for television, the mikes and cameras are in working order and the people in their places. The show taping takes a few hours. Then the editors the finishing touches and put it all together for your viewing pleasure. It is then scrutinized by the broadcasters and only then syndicator schedules the air date with the television networks.

Clips of the shows are posted on video sharing sites and viewed in record numbers, while comments range from “they are acting” and “I have that fear too” to “Maury is psychic – he predicted that this will show up on YouTube”. Maury Povich is the nicest man who is always smiling behind the scenes and a true pro in front of the camera.

I have been a part of the fears and phobias series for the last 2 seasons. The experience is a blast and I look forward to bringing many more installments, while helping people at the same time. Incidentally, clips made the best moments of the "Maury 10 Year anniversary" show.

Motivational Hypnotist BORIS Cherniak as seen on Maury

Women as Global Leaders conference - Dubai, U.A.E. March 10 - 12, 2008

2008-03-13T13:25:00.003-04:00

I am on my way back from Dubai where I entertained at the Women as Global Leaders conference. The event was a fantastic extravaganza that can only be described as magical. His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan is the mastermind behind this remarkable event and I commend him being a visionary and a forward thinker. Royalty and many world dignitaries were in attendance, including Helen Thomas, first lady of the press at the White House, Don Johnson, star of Miami Vice, Carol Bellamy, Unicef, Mary Sue Coleman, Dr. Hubertus Hoffmann, world security foundation among many others. I followed an address by Sarah Ferguson and Jane Fonda. My presentation was so successful, I was asked to do a 'by popular demand' performance the same night following the most extravagant dinner. I did all different material and was given more time on stage. My show followed a spectacular video and laser light presentation that delivered a message of leadership and peace. In fact everyone in the audience received a rosary of peace made from real pearls. I delivered my message of positive thinking, lift any limitations, because there are none - you can do anything, just dare to succeed.
Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York stayed next door to me. One afternoon she was working on the balcony. I couldn't take pictures. It didn't feel right. She's got photographers in her face all the time. I thought it would be extremely rude of me. She seemed to be writing postcards and text messaging on 3 different phones. I got the taste of the paparazzi for the last few days. Pictures of me were being taken every few seconds and I am not even that big of a celebrity. I got a chance to say hello to Sara Ferguson and looked into her eyes. Eyes always tell the story of a person's life. Hers related a story of a trooper who endured a lot and persevered. I admire her strength and ability to deliver a positive message despite all a life throws her way, while being a strong role model.
The second evening of the conference we were treated to an event in the Sahara desert that told a story of an arabian king and his sons battling evil forces with holograms, dancers, light and laser show. It was preceded by a traditional dinner in the tents that I can only describe as a once-in-a lifetime experience. It was like visiting an oasis mirage in ancient middle east down to hand crafted carpets on the sand and sitting on pillows with the sheikh's hospitality. I was part of this entourage invited to sit close to the man highly admired.
I hope this is not my last adventure of this kind and look forward to returning to the land of such unprecedented warm hospitality in the very near future. I made many fabulous friends and hope my message of positive thinking guides them to unprecedented success on the global arena.
Boris
Motivational Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS

I am on MAURY June 14, 2007

2007-06-06T11:44:00.002-04:00

The Maury Povich phobias show I taped earlier this year airs JUNE 14.
It is syndicated - look for it in your TV listings.
The title is:
Can You Save Me? I Am Terrified of Cotton Balls and Frogs!
I help people overcome their fears with the use of hypnosis.
BORIS
Motivational Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS

JR Digs Latenight Talk Show or something like that

2007-05-15T13:48:00.002-04:00

Last week I taped an episode of JR Digs' talk show.
I am told it airs May 19 on CH TV and Global TV networks throughout Canada.
It is an unusual talk show with a host, JR Digs, whose boundless energy carries the storyline, which is created live on the spot.
Jr Digs has surrounded himself with characters that if met separately could terrify and amaze - biker playing guitar, always-smiling happy man, motormouth brit, choose-their-words-carefully storyteller, lady with huge hair and many others. I found them all delightful and intriguing. I found some overbearing, while others subdued, but all the nicest people you may ever encounter. The best way I can describe them is that each was a character, that if written on a page of a book would be difficult to believe, yet all were alive, vibrant people whose personalities shined.
JR Digs is a character himself, who cares deeply about the final product, has quick wit and will do anything to have his audience thoroughly entertained. The name of the show describes the sentiment of canadian television, which is regularly underfunded, having to produce quality content under extreme financial constraints.
I loved the show and being a part of it. The best way I can describe it is it is a mixture of Letterman, Howard Stern and Tom Green. Now you just have to watch.
Hope the boys are kind in editing.
Funny Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS
;o)

Maury - Fear and Phobia Show

2007-03-15T17:35:00.001-04:00

I am sitting at the airport once again. This time I am at Laguardia in New York. I am coming back home after filming an hour of the Maury show. The theme is the hugely popular 'fears and phobias', where people face their fears and then get help. I am the hypnotist that helps people overcome their fears. No idea when it airs, but look for it out shortly. The stories of the people were very compelling. I had a great time and got a chance to help people with their problems.

The weather was amazing and I enjoyed strolling through Times Square at night with a milkshake in hand. The taping finished early enough for me to go to the theatre and see Hairspray, which was absolutely delightful.

I have found a new favorite New York restaurant - China Grill, where all the food is meant to be shared and tastes out of this world.

Entertaining Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS
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Travel update

2007-03-04T20:16:00.002-05:00

The show was a blast. Thanks to the staff and cre at Power City Electric and northen Quest casino for a fun experience.

This is Sunday. My day has started early with the first flight leaving at 5:35 local time. Nothing out of the ordinary so far. At security, I had to take my shoes off, xrayed the laptop and had a very pleasant lady look through my carry on suitcase.

As I write this - am in Seattle just as they are boarding United flight 821 to San Francisco. The captain introduced himself by coming out to the terminal, picked up the microphone with the following words: "I am your captain and I would like to introduce myself as this is my very first flight.....today. Now that I got your attention, I want you to know that I take your security very seriously and to expect a smooth ride. We will be arriving a few minutes early so you will have a little extra time to make your connections." I paraphrase of course, but it was refreshing to hear someone starting out a day with a smile - a sure sign of enjoyment of what they do. I was given a card on the way in. We are flying a Boeing 757-200.

The reason I am heading to San Francisco is that it is beginning of March, start of spring break, and all the flights on this itinerary were full.

The captain told us to listen to channel 9 if we are aviation enthusiasts, but ground control renumberd our flight to 8135. I thought I must be an enthusiast so I listened until we took off. Then I fell asleep. The seat next to me was empty again. Nobody to drool on.

I enjoyed mizo soup and tempura at Tomokazu at the San Francisco airport.. Then I had to switch terminals to catch my flight to Toronto via Air Canada. While waiting for the bus, I got a chance to stand outside in warm weather and sun. On the ride over got a glimpse of the Bay bridge in the distance.

The flight home was basically uneventful except the lady next to me was reading a book and listening to music at the same time, which struck me odd - not many people can do that.

Good to be home.

Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS
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I made it

2007-03-03T03:53:00.001-05:00

Well. I didn't actually make anything. - I simply arrived at my destination. It is almost 4 am back home and I just finished checking into my hotel room by the airport (I will be one of the first users of teleportation when they invent it).

I love my job. I get paid to travel, the shows are thrown in for free. I found a job that I am passionate about and. am willing to go to any part of the world to do it. Why? Because I take pride in what I do and in the end, the smile is on YOUR face. When I look into the audience, and see the spark in your eyes, that tells me that you forgot all of your troubles at that moment....and I helped you do it.

If you stumbled in here not knowing a thing about me, check out the videos on my site. You will see the passion that drives me and why it is so much fun - I get a chance to entertain and introduce people to the wonderful powers of the mind.

Motivational Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS.

G'night.

Boris

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Windy City, Casinos, sandwiches and phones

2007-03-02T23:09:00.001-05:00

Lots of people eating bad food while they travel....that's why they call it windy city (ok....just an attempt at humor not my regular sense though I am tired)

I actually got a great sandwich. Having travelled all day, I did not really get a chance to eat much, so I got a delicious ruben sandwich at the Chicago airport deli called Berghoff Cafe outside gate C26. The meat was cooked just right with the juices flowing into the bread that hit just the right spot.

Across the way a crowd just cheered as if their favorite player scored a goal. But it was a gate agent announcing a flight that was getting ready to board.

Just making an observation - cell phone companies must love bad weather, judging by the multitudes of people talking to their loved ones and making sure their hotel reservations are being kept.

My flight is waiting for pilots and flight attendants. Once they get here we should be on our way. Looks like I may still get to my destination (next direct flight to Spokane, WA is at 5 PM tomorrow).

My attitude is always never to dispair and keep a positive attitude. I live what I believe. It keeps me sane and ready for any other challenge that presents itself.

Gotta run.....my flight is boarding. It may have been a long day, but I will forget all about it when I step on stage at Northern Quest Casino. And not one person that night will know what it takes to be a traveller.

.......Talking about casino shows. Last week I performed at the Treasure Island Casino in MN. The show was SOLD OUT (1000 seats). I loved every second and look forward to a return date at the Indigo Bay showroom, a top knotch facility with great audiences and run by the nicest people.

Hilarious Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS
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De-icing and more questions

2007-03-02T22:04:00.001-05:00

It is now safe to turn the electronic equipment back on as long as the transmitting functions are disabled. We are now at twenty two thousand feet and I want to get a few things off my chest. I will hit send when we land.
The de-icing truck is a technological marvel, a futuristic looking machine that is extraordinary. I would describe it as a soupped up fire truck. That's what it looks like. Except that the controls are in the cabin on top of the ladder. The man sits on top and drives the truck from there. From inside the plane it looks like joysticks are the actual controls. The airplane is actually attacked by two similar trucks - one on each side. The liquid sprayed is pinkish-peach and the hose at the end of the arm has a brilliant light that makes it look like a cyclops.
We are now in the air. The flight left three hours after it was scheduled to depart.
I attempted to talk to the gate agent to see if there was another route I could take, but the weather reeked havoc on most flights heading west. She assured me that this was the only routing as my connecting flight was equally delayed. We'll see what happens in Chicago. She was nice, considering the fact that she was apparently at the airport since 5 AM. The flight left at 8:30 PM. She could not leave her shift as replacement agents could not make it in due to bade weather.
Here are some questions I always wanted to ask. They don't quite relate to the trip, but if you know please answer.
- why do we have to put the seats up during landing and take off
- what stringent security....my shoes have gell insoles for comfort...hope they don't confiscate them. My laptop has been x-rayed more times than me.
- I got yelled at for talking on the phone in the security area....when will a time come when law abiding flyers will stop feeing like criminals.
- the seat next to me is empty...what happened to the person that was supposed to be there? Reminds me of Mitch Hedberg's routine 'What about the dufrains?' - a friend that died waaaay to soon. I thought he was unbelievably talented and if you get a chance look up his comedy (start with www.youtube.com

One day in my memoires I will tell the story of what happened one friday night between two shows at Comedywood
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Friendly skies

2007-03-02T19:47:00.001-05:00

That's what they call them - the friendly skies. Today, however they are not so friendly. They dumped a bunch of snow on unsuspecting cities in search of more schedules to mess up.
I thought since I have nothing to do but wait, I would document my experience.
I am still at the airport in Toronto. The weather improved here, but got worse in Chicagon my first destination. I am hoping to still make my connection. I am on United flight 1111. The captain just finished setting everyone at ease that we will be on our way in just a while, but first we have to be de-iced. If you are not familliar with the term, the plane is sprayed with this pinkish goo (a chemical solution) that melts any watering substance on it as well as prevents future freezing.....
Gotta turn off the electronics....talk again soon.
Boris
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Travelling Wilberry

2007-03-02T18:10:00.001-05:00

I am attempting something new. Since I spend a lot of time at the airports and have a blackberry, I can put my thoughts down anywhere and then post it to my blog. All it really requires is me thumb-typing my thoughts and send them in the email to an address specified in my blog account. Unfortunately you may have to endure the spelling mistakes my thumbs make and for that I appologize.
I am at the airport. My flights are delayed - I have a few extra hours to kill. I am heading to my show a day early so I am not stressed out. This is a connector flight and my connection is delayed as well. I may not arrive at the expected time, but the destination hotel is at the airport, so I will simply need to crawl into bed upon artrival. The weather is trying to give us the last taste of winter on the east coast. I am heading to the west, where they rarely see snow.
During winter I like to arrive the night before for my shows so that the people on the other end are not worried and I don't have to stress out about factors I can't control.
Let me know what you think about delivery of my thoughts in this manner.
Link below.
Boris

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Fake Hypnosis

2005-11-11T00:37:00.001-05:00

One of the first things any hypnotist hears is - it's probably fake. The public majority tends to classify hypnosis with the occult, rather than science... and only in rescent years it seems to have become more acceptable. I have always took a simpler approach toward skepticism - it is not myobligation to convince the masses, but only to entertain. The fact that I bothered to research the subject, while someone maybe ignorant of the possibilities of knowledge I posess. I can only tweak their curiosity to take action, rather than attempt to convince a skeptic.
I have a little bit of a different approach to my presentation - I try to present an organized chaos, while telling a story which is interwoven into a comedy hypnosis presentation. Also with television - you may get more than one angle, edits that may not compare equally to watching a show live, from one angle and perspective. You may notice - I repeat things more than once, often with an alternate description so that the subjects at hand can grasp the exact meaning of the command. Hypnosis is easy to learn, but difficult to master. It is a combination of many facets of psychology, background, reading and displaying body language, language and vocabulary among others.
I live what I do, having taken the messages I deliver on stage into my daily life. The more I learn, the more fascinating it gets.
Still a student of my profession.
Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS

Johnny Carson

2005-01-25T01:00:00.001-05:00

Johnny Carson died Jan 23 and the news of this event quickly spread throughout the word of showbusiness. Everyone has their own take on the man and what he did for entertainment world. I too, was one of many touched by Johnny - an aspiring performer I have attended many tapings and saw him live in action. I watched his every action in hopes of learning how to become a great showman. The man was a true pro and was able to make every moment memorable. His comedic timing was effortless in delivery and execution.
Comedians and variety acts that appeared on the show would consider their debut on the Tonight Show their big break into showbusiness. If you got an OK sign from Johnny - that meant you are going far. That was the sign of approval.
Many years later, when I appeared on the Howie Mandel Show (which was taped at the old Tonight Show Studio at NBC in Burbank), I asked Howie to give me Johnny's OK sign in the commercial break if he felt I was doing ok. Howie understood - years before he got that OK sign from Johnny personally. During the commerial break, I saw the sign. The show did well in the ratings and I was invited for a return appearance a month later.
Johnny delivered unparallelled laughs with class and style. He will be missed.
BORIS

Travel Tips

2004-12-13T17:46:00.001-05:00

I recently acquired a new toy that I would recommend highly for anyone travelling for a living - A GPS sensor for my laptop.
It is a USB plugin that in conjunction with Microsoft Street & Maps guides you to the desired destination.
No more need to search for a specific place and locations on a map.
This thing provides information in real time of where you are and how long it will take you to reach the destination. During the holiday season I at times do several shows in a day and have no time to get lost or take the wrong exit.
Here are some things about it I found useful last Saturday.
- recalculates in real time your current location and shows it on the map
- shows GPS trail
- If you miss an exit, you can remap instantly from current location
- shows travelling speed and compas as well
- shows you how much time is left until you arrive
Cost:
approx $50 US - for the sensor http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=4668&item=5736517407&rd=1
approx $30 US - Microsoft Streets & Trips http://www.microsoft.com/streets/default.mspx
approx $20 US - Car inverter (plug for the laptop just like in your house) http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=32814&item=5737537792&rd=1
all of the above can be easily found on ebay
state of mind - priceless
Worldwide Traveller and Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS

Visit to the Bermuda Triangle

2004-11-10T17:42:00.000-05:00

Bermuda was a blast. The people are super friendly and it looks like everyone knows one another. That is the only way I can explain the hellos while driving, simply by tapping the car horn.
The locals wear unusual attire to an outsider – (the temperature is normally mild to hot) Bermuda shorts with knee-high socks and a jacket are a regular dress for work-wear.
I got my first taste of the local drink – Dark & Stormy, which is a mix of ginger beer that is very tasty on its own and carries a kick to it.
I got a chance to walk in the beautiful pink sand that the island is famous for – regular sand with particles of broken pink reef coral in it and giving it the pink glow.
Standing on the end of the peer and glancing into the crystal-clear waters you will see exotic fish of a multitude of colors going about their business. Even if you don’t look below the water surface, the fish will jump right out as if saying “welcome to my world”.
Same weekend I was there, they had the world rugby tournament happening on the island. Some of the players were on my flight from Toronto to attend this event. After the show Saturday night, I found myself at the rugby tournament street party; many people there have also attended my show. Thanks to all who said hello.
The Toronto television station City TV proclaims the words “City TV – everywhere”. Little did I know that it is actually true, when I turned on the (I assume satellite) television in my hotel only to find a home station describing the cooling fall weather.
My shows were held at the City Hall Theatre in Hamilton and were well attended and received. Here is a link to pictures from one of the shows http://www.bermynet.com/Pictures/magic-show-nov5-04/index.html.
Big hello goes out to the people behind the scenes that made my stay as pleasant as it was – (please forgive the misspelling of names) Mike Bishop, Shelly Johnston, “Richie” Rich Lathan and O’Brian and family from Bermuda Magic (http://www.bermudamagic.com/ ), who worked tirelessly to make this event successful.
The show was opened by a promising local magician Roger Moniz, whose presentation was superb. Bermuda Magic holds a magic show every spring that gives a chance to local magic hopefuls strut their stuff, which is well worth attending.
Here are some of the media appearance in my few days in Bermuda – Shirley Dill and Bryan Darby on VSB Radio, Fresh TV, 1340 AM with Steve Franks, morning drive at 107.5 FM and Power 95 FM, Mix 106 with Peter Lewis, 1230 AM drive with Barry Frazer and Power 95 FM with Wane Al. At one point I ended up “taking over” the disk jockey duties. DJ Steve Franks dared me on the air to hypnotize him during the commercial break, which I did and came back on the air with a few personalities I created on the spot. The Royal Gazette ran an article about me with a picture that covered half the page. Here is a link to it online http://www.theroyalgazette.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20041104/LIFESTYLE/111040095
People came in from remote parts of the island to witness the show, with some as far as St George. However, the island is only 21 miles long… :o)
Bermuda is an amazing place that left me with wonderful memories. I returned from the Bermuda Triangle and look forward to getting back soon.
BORIS

Company Christmas party or holiday event planning made easy – Useful Tips

2004-10-11T21:30:00.000-04:00

“Holiday entertainment planning is a serious business – a lot happens behind the scenes, long before the CEO says thanks for a job well-done”, says Incredible BORIS (Boris Cherniak).
Around this time of the year, human resources managers and company CEOs are asking the age-old question - How do we make our holiday event an affair to remember? After all, we are simply trying to thank the employees, suppliers and their families for a job well done throughout the year. We also want this event to motivate the group to be happy and productive in the future. This is a more difficult task that may appear from outside.

“The people planning functions have an enormous task of fitting into the ever-shrinking budgets while keeping party-goers satisfied,” says Boris Cherniak, corporate event planning professional, comedy hypnotist entertainer and motivational speaker.

Here is a helpful checklist of planning an affair for the holidays (as provided by Boris Cherniak):
1. Budget. Break down all the amounts allocated to each task then you can have a clear view of how much room you have to play. Spend it wisely and know what your limitations are. The old rule of thumb is you get what you pay for. If it appears too inexpensive, it may be the inexperience or you will not be getting what you expected. Get the best value possible with the resources you have available. It is easy to spend ANY budget. You may have to make a few sacrifices. What gets eliminated first and what should be kept at any cost? Always keep in mind of what the overall impression by the attendees will be. Leave a lasting impression.
2. Number of people in attendance – estimate the number of people expected at the party. Keep in mind that a small percentage may not attend due to lack of babysitters, illness or vacation.
3. Book banquet hall facilities, venue location. Pick a location that is convenient for your group with amenities like transportation, parking, etc.
4. Food and catering – dinner / lunch, drinks or buffet – most halls will offer you different choices of meal options, hors d’oerves, desserts and per person amounts. Make sure there are enough choices for all tastes.
5. Schedule and timing. It is easy to under-estimate the amount of time a function will take due to many unforeseen circumstances. Factors such as how long the speeches will take, time to bring out the food or attendees arriving late due to a freak snowstorm or traffic. This can change the dynamic of your event - plan accordingly and have a contingency plan.
6. Entertainment – comedian, hypnotist, juggler, psychic, magician, DJ and dancing, party games. Entertainment is a wonderful way to make your event memorable. Entertainment comes in many budgets and styles. Pick a solution that will not only make the company and event planner look good, but will leave a lasting impression on the attendees. Explore different options best suited to your group. Local or national performers can be considered. Many are available on the web and could be your first place of inquiry. Many agencies have a roster of people they can suggest. Never forget to look within your company for entertainment suggestions and talent (in every company there is a band or a disk jockey that would be more than happy to accommodate your budget and show off their talents). Keep in mind that entertainers are extremely busy during the holiday season – leaving booking your entertainment until the last minute is not a good idea as your date may no longer be available.
7. Sound, lighting, projection equipment and audio visual materials – Have a run-through and make sure everything is in place before your audience arrives so that you don’t have to deal with “technical difficulties”.
8. Accommodations for any out of town guests and transportation to and from the airport.
9. Taxi cabs for anyone that over-indulges in the open bar concept and to avoid liability.
10. Registration – name cards for your guests, open seating or pre-arranged seating plan.
11. Awards, door prizes and giveaways. Many of these can be donated by your suppliers or provided to you at their cost for your holiday event. It shows good faith, and don’t be surprised if the suppliers return the favor.
12. Party theme and décor – color scheme, chair covers, centerpieces, flowers, ice sculptures. One of the more unique ideas I saw recently was a sports theme, where instead of elegant centerpieces, sports memorabilia was placed in the center of the tables, which was available for the guests to take home – these included running shoes and football helmets.
13. Dress and attire. Let the attendees know what to expect to wear – formal, casual or business attire. We all heard a story of a prank where a person is invited to a pajama party when it’s a formal affair.
14. Invitations or a simple announcement in the company newsletter and bulletin board.
15. Contracts. Commit to the people you will be doing business with, since it usually is done on a first come basis. Halls, performers and caterers have limited availability. Be decisive and direct. Most people will give you a price range that would depend on your choice of options. Many event suppliers will require deposits to commit.
16. Presentations – keep the speeches brief and to the point. Number of speakers should be kept down to a minimum. After all, people are there to be social and not to be lectured.
17. Everyone wants to have a party on a Saturday. You may find that having an alternate day of the week may greatly reduce your expenses and make it easier to hire entertainment and book your venue. Also, consider having your function early afternoon. A lunch is less expensive than a seven-course dinner.
18. Include a table for the crew, entertainment and other behind-the-scenes people. They, at times forget to eat to make sure your event runs smoothly. Show them the spirit of the holiday season and include them in your celebrations.
19. If your business is busy during the holiday season, consider having your event earlier or later. It should not make a difference if your function is held in November or January instead of December.
20. Have a cell phone handy for any last-minute emergencies the day of your event. If a cell phone is not an option (no signal or simply unavailable), make sure your suppliers have the venue address and phone number.

“Your function will be attended by people from many walks of life and backgrounds - politically correct term is Holiday Party. Make it chic, memorable and fun. Have people walk away saying - I had a great time, that was incredible.”
Boris is a comedy stage hypnotist that appears in almost 300 live performances yearly at functions for most fortune 500 companies and their competitors. He is a frequent talk show guest and delivers a comical point of view to an otherwise serious subject of human behavior and expression. He is a wordsmith comedian, observer and commentator on society quirks, obsessions and stereotypes. Incredible Boris is not just a stage name, but also a way to describe a positive attitude and a constant state of mind.
The Incredible Boris is an expert in psychology, hypnosis, body language, power of suggestion and human behavior. He authors a popular ezine “power words and phrases” through his web sites www.comedywood.com or www.IncredibleBORIS.com or www.HypnotistShow.comBoris has been featured on numerous television programs, including Montel, Howie Mandel Show and the prestigious Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal.Boris’ self-hypnosis Relaxation and Motivation CD is available through his web site or as a giveaway to complement his performance at your company’s function during this holiday season.
Happy Holidays.
BORIS

My Travels Sept 5 - 12, 2004

2004-10-06T01:00:00.000-04:00

Just finished a week that started in Victoria, BC and eneded in Charlottown, Prince Edward Island - crossing the continent in seven days. It included flights, drives and ferries. I am a one-man show, so being able to be anywhere on a day's notice is my specialty.
This past week is normally one of the busiest weeks of the year for functions. It is frosh week in the colleges, conferences and fall festival week (normally right after labor day).
The shows are generally very well received as the people are feeling rejuvinated after a summer away and have a lot of energy and excitement of being "back" to whatever they do. My shows were nothing less and I had a great time.
I had many interesting adventures:
- forgot my cell phone on a plane, only to have it brought to me by security. I realized it was gone only after I reached to turn it back on when leaving the terminal (and they don't let you back in).
- enjoyed tasty eating in Halifax
- enjoyed the views in New Hampshire
- two shows in one night at different campuses of Univerity of Toronto
- the University of Victoria has bunnies all over the campus. I considered bringing one back with me, but changed my mind after realizing I might not get one through airport security.
- My shuttle driver was in a hurry to get me to the airport and almost hit a deer, group of which decided to congregate on a little travelled road (which he claimed was the best shortcut) at 5 am.
- almost missed my flight because of all the construction in Boston and getting lost and stuck in traffic on the I93 detour
- took wrong directions (actually my computer printed the wrong routing) and ended up on the ferry instead of crossing the bridge from mainland to PEI
- accidentally slept through a flight back home because the hotel "forgot" to give me a wake up call, only to be put on a direct flight back home instead of a connection flight. Thankfully someone else has slept through their flight, because all the leaving flights were sold out, and I was told I might have to spend an extra day or two on the island.
- my riders were taken seriously on this trip - once again I have a new wardrobe (I ask for a shirt with the venue's logo - this way I remember all the places I had the pleasure of visiting), had fruit and veggie platters to give me strength before showtime and precise directions to the venues.
- Got a chance to see the Atlantic and the Pacific oceans in the span of a week
In catering I had the $5 breakfast special at the airport in PEI, which was surprisingly tasty. It included eggs, hash browns, sausage and toast with jam and coffee in a mug. Eastern hospitality was thrown in at no extra charge.
Great to be back home. The next major trip is to Bermuda. I will post the play by play accounts shortly.
BORIS
http://www.incredibleboris.com/
http://www.comedywood.com

Hypnosis books and suggested reading

2004-09-09T09:29:00.000-04:00

Suggested reading and helpful materials on hypnosis and stage hypnosis:
- The Search For Bridey Murphy by Morey Bernstein
- The New Encyclopedia of Stage Hypnotism by Ormond McGill

Power Words, Terms And Phrases

2004-08-26T17:42:00.000-04:00

Are there any words or terms that energize you? Post them here.
The best ones end up at http://www.comedywood.com/power-words-phrase.htm

Suggestions

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Any suggestions are appreciated. Pour your heart out.

Hypnosis Definitions

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As a hypnosis practitioner, I have been long searching for a perfect definition of the subject.
Recently, Teller (Penn & Teller) related a definition of hypnosis by the Amazing James Randy - "An agreement between two people to fantasize together". I believe this is one of the most precise definitions available. However there are many conflicting opinions and views on the subject. If you have a definition of hypnosis, please share it here along with any related explanations.
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Incredible Sightings

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