FROM THE PRESIDENT’S DESK

April 2026 RING 129 – Presidential Column

Opportunity

During an interview, David Copperfield was asked what one piece of advice he would give to a young magician. His advice was to take every opportunity
to perform. No matter the size or significance of the show, perform as much as you can. It is a given that sufficient time has been spent in practice
and rehearsal to achieve proficiency. But at some point we have to show a magic trick to an audience, whether one-on-one or a small group. It is these opportunities
to perform where we hone our routines and learn the real world lessons that only experience can teach us.

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