Nice gig log man! I always appreciate how you talk about the things we have to deal with like clients asking for a projector to play a video last minute like we can just make it appear, or getting paid! It’s definitely something I’ve dealt with before, and have had to improvise something the way you did.
always stay professional no matter what, the DJ game is small and word will get around the community if you lash out to the client, I've had this happen multiple times and only once I was never paid
Good stuff. Thanks for sharing. I’m still in the slightly trusting mode where I haven’t been firm in getting paid first. I’m ok with getting paid afterwards in hopes that if I did good, the customer would add a tip. All it will take is for me to get burned one time and that way of thinking will go out the window.
Exactly bro that's the point I was trying to convey as well, that I may be getting too comfortable not getting paid ahead of time & this was almost that time someone dine & dashed, luckily they pulled through though
Contracts all the time no matter who it is. I require half deposit to secure the date at signing. Balance in full is due 3 weeks before the event. Been doin it that way for 20yrs
Nice work brother. It’s a shame sometimes, clients don’t think that we as DJs have a living to earn. They think we just do it to pass time. I’ve actually got a current situation regarding a client who owes me around $12k still and I’m taking them to court. I’ll be doing a video on this very subject soon! Keep it pushing bro!
I had to read that twice, goodness gracious !! God bless you & wishing you all the luck to get that money back in court, I’ll keep my eye out for results on your case for sure 😨
What’s up DJ Kev! Great video! I am interested in buying the EVOX J8’s. What is your opinion on those speakers for small events or big events? Thank you!
Yerrr ! What’s up brodie, the evox j8s have been my best purchase so far, I rarely do events over 100 people or big rooms so they just happen to work perfectly for my type of events, the best perks are the sound quality for the price & the way the tops fit into the sub for easy travel
I got stiffed $1200 in May for a gig I did for another DJ. It's October and he still says he is gonna pay me. That's why I now do a "Pay before play" policy.
Yep back in highschool when I would DJ had something similar happen, the customer didn't want to pay me because no one showed up to his party literally like 5 people showed up. He was upset but I told him I did the job I was here. He wanted to pay next day because he had no changeI told him no I need the $ now, so he ended up giving me an extra $50 and packed up almost 2 hours early!! Keep up the good work!
Definitely have to start using my contracts more often plus deposits, I get too laid back sometimes with my referrals from friends but thank you bro !!
Yea I would definitely have that as an add on if they inquired for it but I had no idea they even needed a screen or projector at all until mid way through lol not something to just attach real quick mid set but I know what you mean, thanks bro !
Business is business. Got to get that full payout before you get to the venue. It takes away the anxiety of whether you get paid or not. A CRM (Check Cherry, Honey Book, etc.) will do all the work for you and send reminders to the client when payment is due.
It seems that eventually my luck will run out & I may have a bad client one of these days with my current methods of payment lol but I’ll absolutely have to look into a CRM to help ensure payments are made, thanks for the info Brodie !
@@djchinotsp0422 that’s definitely the right thing to do bro, I’m sorry you had to learn the hard way, it seems that some DJ’s always have one story of a client who didn’t end up paying
Lol yea that’s what I was trying to convey that I played too much hip hop at first then got caught up trying to help them with that tribute video then got left with only a few minutes to play as much house as I could & by then they were already requesting Disney music & boy band music 😵💫
Hey what's up bro something like this you should ask for the money upfront first and once you get the money upfront then you set up if they don't have the money upfront don't set up until they pay you. I have to learn the hard way.
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Nice gig log man! I always appreciate how you talk about the things we have to deal with like clients asking for a projector to play a video last minute like we can just make it appear, or getting paid! It’s definitely something I’ve dealt with before, and have had to improvise something the way you did.
Exactly ! It just surprises me how often it gets asked of last minute lol thanks again bro !
That’s exactly what I do thanks for the tip. I always make sure I get paid before my equipment comes off my truck.
@@stephenhernandez4403 it’s always the safest thing to do bro !! 🙌🏽
always stay professional no matter what, the DJ game is small and word will get around the community if you lash out to the client, I've had this happen multiple times and only once I was never paid
@@eecycee6073 yea man definitely can’t act on things when you’re mad/upset but damn I’m sorry to hear you never got paid for a gig one time
Good stuff. Thanks for sharing. I’m still in the slightly trusting mode where I haven’t been firm in getting paid first. I’m ok with getting paid afterwards in hopes that if I did good, the customer would add a tip. All it will take is for me to get burned one time and that way of thinking will go out the window.
Exactly bro that's the point I was trying to convey as well, that I may be getting too comfortable not getting paid ahead of time & this was almost that time someone dine & dashed, luckily they pulled through though
Contracts all the time no matter who it is. I require half deposit to secure the date at signing. Balance in full is due 3 weeks before the event. Been doin it that way for 20yrs
Definitely the safest way to do things bro I gotta start using my contracts more often before I get robbed
No deposit = No DJ. That’s my rule. 50% as down payment the rest of the balance the day of👌🏼. Nice gig log.
@@DjTecniq that’s always safest bro ! Got too lenient knowing it was a friend of a friend lol thanks bro !
Nice work brother. It’s a shame sometimes, clients don’t think that we as DJs have a living to earn. They think we just do it to pass time. I’ve actually got a current situation regarding a client who owes me around $12k still and I’m taking them to court. I’ll be doing a video on this very subject soon! Keep it pushing bro!
I had to read that twice, goodness gracious !! God bless you & wishing you all the luck to get that money back in court, I’ll keep my eye out for results on your case for sure 😨
What’s up DJ Kev! Great video! I am interested in buying the EVOX J8’s. What is your opinion on those speakers for small events or big events? Thank you!
Yerrr ! What’s up brodie, the evox j8s have been my best purchase so far, I rarely do events over 100 people or big rooms so they just happen to work perfectly for my type of events, the best perks are the sound quality for the price & the way the tops fit into the sub for easy travel
I got stiffed $1200 in May for a gig I did for another DJ. It's October and he still says he is gonna pay me. That's why I now do a "Pay before play" policy.
Yep back in highschool when I would DJ had something similar happen, the customer didn't want to pay me because no one showed up to his party literally like 5 people showed up. He was upset but I told him I did the job I was here. He wanted to pay next day because he had no changeI told him no I need the $ now, so he ended up giving me an extra $50 and packed up almost 2 hours early!! Keep up the good work!
Definitely have to put your foot down when push comes to shove, glad you were able to get paid & then some along with an early night 👌🏽👌🏽😎 thanks g !
Have them sign a contract and take a deposit as well and outline everything you will be charging them for. Good gig log as always DJ Kev
Definitely have to start using my contracts more often plus deposits, I get too laid back sometimes with my referrals from friends but thank you bro !!
Whats the name of the tube light you have on the RCF
@@djadjoa9517 ape lab sticks 👍🏽
Believe the projector is to mount the TV to your booth as an add-on. besides that everything was great
Yea I would definitely have that as an add on if they inquired for it but I had no idea they even needed a screen or projector at all until mid way through lol not something to just attach real quick mid set but I know what you mean, thanks bro !
I miss hanging out with you when I have an appointment. Rest in peace Dr. A... Two people I miss.
Miss hanging out with you too bro ! & forreal smh that was a tough loss 😞 I hope you’re doing well bro ✊🏽
Business is business. Got to get that full payout before you get to the venue. It takes away the anxiety of whether you get paid or not. A CRM (Check Cherry, Honey Book, etc.) will do all the work for you and send reminders to the client when payment is due.
It seems that eventually my luck will run out & I may have a bad client one of these days with my current methods of payment lol but I’ll absolutely have to look into a CRM to help ensure payments are made, thanks for the info Brodie !
Referral or Not, Always do a contract with a client. I learned the hard way years ago and never again.
@@djchinotsp0422 that’s definitely the right thing to do bro, I’m sorry you had to learn the hard way, it seems that some DJ’s always have one story of a client who didn’t end up paying
No line dance?
@@kapisithekid2843 lol I don’t believe they wanted line dances for this one
Nice gig. Didnt hear much "house music". You def dug in those white girl crates. Haha
Lol yea that’s what I was trying to convey that I played too much hip hop at first then got caught up trying to help them with that tribute video then got left with only a few minutes to play as much house as I could & by then they were already requesting Disney music & boy band music 😵💫
Hey what's up bro something like this you should ask for the money upfront first and once you get the money upfront then you set up if they don't have the money upfront don't set up until they pay you. I have to learn the hard way.
Yea definitely the safest thing to do bro ! I’m sorry you had to learn that the hard way, cruel people in this world
@koproductions8266 yea bro for real they will take advantage of you doesn't matter it could be a family member