Choosing the correct affiliates Hey Dj’s Today I’m going discuss the importance of choosing the correct affiliates and the value of maintaining your business reputation. Being a Disk Jockey is more than just playing music and being good at it. You have to approach yourself as a business and as all business owners know, your business is something you gave birth to and will have to nurture to help it grow. In the entertainment industry, you will often be asked to assist in promoting events. This association should be carefully considered because your affiliates actions and ethics might not be on par with yours and you and your business could possibly be stigmatized as amateur or corrupt. It is crucial to affiliate yourself with people who share your values, entrepreneurial spirit, and vision. If an affiliate is reluctant, combative, or unable to consider your viewpoint it will be harder to promote a successful venture. Chose an affiliate that can offer resources and credibility to your business,  a strong business network, industry connections, client list, or certain credentials and expertise can also increase the value of your business and improve your chances for achieving long-term success. Often the success of any event is measured by the fiscal returns. An affiliate who mismanages personal or business finances may not have the skills or discipline to make a business partnership work, so choose an affiliate or partner that practices good personal and business ethics because a poorly chosen business associate may end up stealing from you, the company, taking your ideas or clients to start their own business, or even breaking laws that could get your business into legal trouble. Once again the bottom line is Use Discretion! And take note that any good business person will tell you that the value of a company’s good name or reputation is priceless. P.L.U.R!

Choosing the correct affiliates

Hey Dj’s

Today I’m going discuss the importance of choosing the correct affiliates and the value of maintaining your business reputation.

Being a Disk Jockey is more than just playing music and being good at it. You have to approach yourself as a business and as all business owners know, your business is something you gave birth to and will have to nurture to help it grow.

In the entertainment industry, you will often be asked to assist in promoting events. This association should be carefully considered because your affiliates actions and ethics might not be on par with yours and you and your business could possibly be stigmatized as amateur or corrupt.

It is crucial to affiliate yourself with people who share your values, entrepreneurial spirit, and vision. If an affiliate is reluctant, combative, or unable to consider your viewpoint it will be harder to promote a successful venture.

Chose an affiliate that can offer resources and credibility to your business,  a strong business network, industry connections, client list, or certain credentials and expertise can also increase the value of your business and improve your chances for achieving long-term success.

Often the success of any event is measured by the fiscal returns. An affiliate who mismanages personal or business finances may not have the skills or discipline to make a business partnership work, so choose an affiliate or partner that practices good personal and business ethics because a poorly chosen business associate may end up stealing from you, the company, taking your ideas or clients to start their own business, or even breaking laws that could get your business into legal trouble.

Once again the bottom line is Use Discretion!

And take note that any good business person will tell you that the value of a company’s good name or reputation is priceless.

P.L.U.R!

A DJ’s Skill Howdy peeps Last weekend I played a set in a very tiny village in the Free State called Clarens and after 4 and a half hours behind the decks, I was left in a state of bliss! Having totally satisfied my need for a marathon set to a absolutely stunning receptive crowd and trust me when I say that you cannot imagine the the amazing feeling of staying 4 hours behind the decks and keeping the dance floor satisfied whilst blasting away all your favorite tunes unless you’ve done it. This once again makes me believe that a professional DJ’s skill comes from a diverse knowledge in music and the ability to assess the crowds tastes and then correctly select and mix the music to provide a memorable and satisfying aural experience. After this wondrous set, I was given the honor of signing the “Wall of Fame”  @ Rock Bottom. I have to admit that there is nothing better than the warmth, friendliness and kindness of the Clarens community and thank the guys from Rock Bottom for their hospitality. P.L.U.R! 

A DJ’s Skill

Howdy peeps

Last weekend I played a set in a very tiny village in the Free State called Clarens and after 4 and a half hours behind the decks, I was left in a state of bliss!

Having totally satisfied my need for a marathon set to a absolutely stunning receptive crowd and trust me when I say that you cannot imagine the the amazing feeling of staying 4 hours behind the decks and keeping the dance floor satisfied whilst blasting away all your favorite tunes unless you’ve done it.

This once again makes me believe that a professional DJ’s skill comes from a diverse knowledge in music and the ability to assess the crowds tastes and then correctly select and mix the music to provide a memorable and satisfying aural experience.

After this wondrous set, I was given the honor of signing the “Wall of Fame”  @ Rock Bottom. I have to admit that there is nothing better than the warmth, friendliness and kindness of the Clarens community and thank the guys from Rock Bottom for their hospitality.

P.L.U.R! 

In-House Dj’s Some function venues genuinely recommend various DJ firms that they have seen perform and know to be reliable to clients, or even organise a Dj on their client’s behalf as an added service. This is because they realise how important a good DJ’s contribution can be to the success of the function. Conversely, they know that no matter how good their catering may be, a bad DJ can leave the clients with an overall negative impression of the evening. However, there are some circumstances we would like to warn about; particularly the offer of a so-called “Free” DJ with the room hire of catering. Over the years we have been advised of instances where: The DJ recommended or organised by the venue is actually a relative of the manager. The manager is charger a greatly reduced price by the DJ but charges a normal industry price to the client, making a substantial profit. Or the worst reports of; A venue apparently offering a “Free” DJ with the room but allegedly placing a hidden surcharge onto the catering cost per head to make a substantial profit above the DJ’s charge. Frequently, the function manager is paid a “commission” or “spotter’s fee” for recommending a particular Dj firm. Ironically, the manager often doesn’t even attend the function and thus doesn’t see the Dj they recommend in action, so they don’t know how good or bad they really are. Once again, use discretion and check  the dj’s credentials! Have a great weekend! P.L.U.R Peace, Love, Unity and Respect

In-House Dj’s

Some function venues genuinely recommend various DJ firms that they have seen perform and know to be reliable to clients, or even organise a Dj on their client’s behalf as an added service. This is because they realise how important a good DJ’s contribution can be to the success of the function. Conversely, they know that no matter how good their catering may be, a bad DJ can leave the clients with an overall negative impression of the evening.

However, there are some circumstances we would like to warn about; particularly the offer of a so-called “Free” DJ with the room hire of catering. Over the years we have been advised of instances where:

  • The DJ recommended or organised by the venue is actually a relative of the manager.
  • The manager is charger a greatly reduced price by the DJ but charges a normal industry price to the client, making a substantial profit. Or the worst reports of;
  • A venue apparently offering a “Free” DJ with the room but allegedly placing a hidden surcharge onto the catering cost per head to make a substantial profit above the DJ’s charge.

Frequently, the function manager is paid a “commission” or “spotter’s fee” for recommending a particular Dj firm. Ironically, the manager often doesn’t even attend the function and thus doesn’t see the Dj they recommend in action, so they don’t know how good or bad they really are. Once again, use discretion and check  the dj’s credentials!

Have a great weekend!

P.L.U.R

Peace, Love, Unity and Respect


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