The Magic of Karma

Some months I have more money than other months. Sound familiar? Over the years, I’ve learn from experience that generosity with money brings more money and/or at the very least, good karma. So on the months when I can afford to go through the drive through at the nearest artery-clogger we call fast food, I’ll swing by and pick myself up a burger or 10. But quite often I also pay for the person behind me. I just tell the person at the drive through window that I’d like to pay for the person behind me.

In most cases, it’s easy and painless. On occasion the window worker is very confused and has to call a manager. That’s always fun. Anyway, I’m not telling you this to ring my own bell or brag about being a nice guy – though I do enjoy both of those things. I’m telling you this because I thought of an “out there” idea inspired by this that I thought I’d share with y’all.

Anonymity or Not?

Personally, I like to remain anonymous when I do this. I have on occasion had someone chase me down to thank me. But typically, I just drive off, and we never meet. However, I thought it might be a place to direct your advertising budget. I’ve never tried this idea, and likely never will because I’m not really looking to book any gigs these days. However, I think some of you out there will likely give it a shot. Simply give a business card to the drive through worker along with the money to pay for the person in line behind you.

Tell the drive through person to tell the person behind you that “their meal is paid for, courtesy of Stone Cold Magic.” Or use whatever your stage name is. The drive through guy will give the driver their free meal and your business card. I think this could be particularly effective if you have a public show coming up. Your business card will direct them to your site which will, hopefully, have your upcoming performances.

They might feel obligated to come to your show . . . after all, you bought them lunch. I know it’s a bit of an “out there” idea, but often it’s the crazy stuff that generates the effective stuff. If any of you are brave enough to try it, let us know how it went. If there’s gonna be karma, you might as well try to control it.

Until Next Month . . .