Lessons Learned: How a Wedding Gig Almost Cost Me My Life
In this gripping episode of the Mobile DJ Mastery Podcast, DJ2FOUR7 shares a harrowing personal story about a near-death experience while driving home from a wedding gig in Liverpool. After a long day of setting up a grand DJ rig and successfully merging diverse cultural music styles at the event, the host faces the dangers of fatigue on the motorway. As he recounts the adrenaline-fueled drive, he emphasises the importance of proper setup times, charging for travel and accommodation, and the value of having an assistant to help manage the workload and ensure safety. KEY TAKEAWAYS Setup Efficiency: Aim to set up your DJ rig within 45 minutes to maintain professionalism and ensure a smooth event. A quick setup allows for better recommendations and future bookings. Travel and Accommodation Costs: Always charge for travel and accommodation if the event is over 100 miles away. This ensures that you are compensated for your time and expenses, which can be significant for long-distance gigs. Importance of Assistance: Having an assistant can significantly improve your efficiency during setup and breakdown, as well as help capture content for marketing purposes. Stay Alert While Driving: If you find yourself getting tired on the road, take proactive measures to stay awake, such as pulling over to rest or engaging in conversation with someone on the phone. Safety should always be a priority. Content Creation: Consistently create and share content from your events. This not only helps in marketing your services but also keeps your audience engaged and showcases your work effectively. BEST MOMENTS "If it wasn't for one person, I probably wouldn't be here today, guys. I probably wouldn't be here today." "Your setup needs to be set up in a reasonable time. If you're going to have this big, fancy, massive setup... 45 minutes is the maximum time you want to be doing, man, setting up and breaking down." "I fell asleep twice on the motorway. He said, 'Nah, bruv, that's dangerous.'" "Content is king because it can help with your consistency... if someone else can get it for you, you are in the shot doing what you do." "If you die, the clients gave you the price, so you didn't have to do that." OUR SOCIAL LINKS https://dj2four7.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dj2four7/ https://www.instagram.com/mobiledjmastery/ https://www.tiktok.com/@2four7dj HOST BIO With over 20 years in the entertainment industry, DJ 2FOUR7 brings a wealth of experience to this podcast. From DJing in bars, clubs, and festivals to hosting nightclub events and promoting large-scale festivals, DJ 2FOUR7 has done it all. As one of the first urban promoters to launch an international independent festival in Malta, he also built and managed his own distribution and marketing business. During the lockdown, DJ 2FOUR7 created a groundbreaking pop-up DJ concept that achieved massive online success. Today, he leads a thriving entertainment business specialising in weddings and corporate events. Combining innovation, passion, and humour, DJ 2FOUR7 is the ideal guide to help aspiring DJs elevate their careers.
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