How a Professional Magician Saved Months of Development Using Claude Code
Careers rarely unfold in predictable ways, and David’s journey from children’s birthday party magician to digital marketing pioneer is a clear example of how curiosity and adaptability create long-term success.
In this episode of Jam Packed: Business Made Easy with AI, Flora sits down with David, a professional magician from Minnesota who has been self-employed since age 10 and was one of the earliest entertainers to adopt internet marketing.
Long before digital marketing became standard practice, David was running pay-per-click ads and booking shows online while others in his industry were skeptical that the internet would ever work for entertainers. Now, as part owner of a magician-focused CRM, David is leveraging AI tools like Claude Code and JAM AI to modernize his business and streamline operations.
He shares how he uses AI to:
- Edit and customize WordPress plugins
- Integrate APIs into existing systems
- Replace outsourced developers
- Save thousands in development costs
- Build marketing automation that functions like a 24/7 assistant
You’ll also hear how he:
- Transitioned from live magic shows to Zoom performances during COVID
- Built automated marketing systems that consistently generate bookings
- Discovered practical AI implementation through the Jam community
- Used Claude Code to complete projects that previously required three months of development
- Became technically self-sufficient without formal coding training
This conversation highlights what happens when creative entrepreneurship meets practical AI application.
David’s journey shows how small business owners can use tools like ChatGPT, Claude Code, WordPress automation, and CRM integrations to gain independence, reduce costs, and build smarter backend systems.
This episode is for entrepreneurs who want independence, smarter systems, and real-world AI implementation rather than theory. Listen in to learn how AI can support creative professionals, automate operations, and help small business owners take control of their technology stack.
You can also listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
