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9 Embarrassing Mistakes Wedding DJs Make

9 Embarrassing Mistakes Wedding DJs Make: I had no idea that I was guilty of these Wedding DJ fails. This pin saved my butt at my next wedding. All DJs should know these wedding etiquette rules!

Seriously, we gotta talk about wedding etiquette. I know I covered some of this in “6 DJ Mistakes That Cost You Thousands”, but we’re going to get specific for weddings. Weddings are a totally different ball game that you need to be ready for. Imagine playing someone hundreds or thousands of dollars to play host for the most important day of your life, and the DJ makes a fool out of themselves. Would you ever recommend that DJ? Or, would you tell all of your friends and family to avoid that DJ at all costs? That’s what I thought.

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Business Performance

6 DJ Mistakes That Cost You THOUSANDS!

6 DJ Mistakes That Cost You Thousands: These are so simple, but so many DJs get them wrong. I thought I was doing well until I saw #4. Now I crush it every time. Thanks for pinning!

If you think about a professional concert venue, there’s two main areas for the performers: on stage and backstage. At a mobile DJ event, though, you are almost always on stage. Any place a guest can see you is “on stage” in our world, and that includes the bathroom! If you are not aware of how you appear to your clients and their guests, you could be costing yourself thousands of dollars in lost referrals and future events!

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Business Gear

4 Things You Need to Start DJing

4 Things Every DJ Must Have: I had no idea where to start as a paid DJ. But it turns out you only need a few things. I was embarrassed until I realized that every DJ started the same way. I only wish I hadn't waited so long to get started!

One of my favorite things about DJ’ing is the fact that you can get started making money with just a little bit of skill, music and gear. Now, you’re not going to be making the big bucks, but you can earn enough to upgrade your setup and work your way into DJ’ing full-time. Here’s the absolute minimum you need to get started.

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7 Secrets to the Perfect DJ Set

7 Secrets Every DJ Must Know: I couldn't agree with this more. These are the simple things every good DJ must know. These DJ tips are sooooo important. I've seen so many DJs totally screw up #5!

You gotta get out there and play. But, sometimes that can be the most nerve-racking part of this whole DJ business. And the most exhilarating at the same time. So, how do you rock it out without freaking out? The key is a seven simple tips that will help your set go smooth.