by Alan Dodson
As a longtime wedding mobile entertainer, I find bridal shows to be the single best vehicle for advertising my business. I am also the co-producer of the largest bridal shows in my market, and my production partner is a wedding photographer.
Brides have many choices from which to select the entertainment for their [...]
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Category Archives: Weddings
A Bridal Show Primer
When Brides Are Looking for a DJ
by Jerry Bazata
Many engagements take place in November and December during the holiday season, so the beginning of the year is the busiest time because newly engaged brides are starting their wedding planning.
This is important to know because every savvy DJ business owner wants to get the most out of their advertising dollars.
One prime example [...]
The “WOW” Factor – Create It Every Time!
by Alan Dodson
How do you stand out in a market that is filled with low-priced and inexperienced DJs? “WOW” your clients at every opportunity, that’s how!
Let’s face it, the one thing we all want to be is unforgettable. If you’re not making a positive and lasting impression then it might be time to add some [...]
Sample Wedding Client Contract
WEDDING ENTERTAINMENT AGREEMENT
This agreement, dated <<ContSent>> between ABC Entertainment, hereinafter referred to as “Company”, and «Ms» «ClientFirst» «ClientLast» and/or «Mr» «GroomFirst» «GroomLast» herein referred to as “Client” are both jointly and separately responsible for total contract execution. In consideration of the mutual covenants herein contained, and other good and valuable consideration, the Company and [...]
Spotlight On Peter Merry: His Secrets To Success
How many among us can say that we earn $5,000 for a wedding reception?
For those who are new to our business or who have been living under a rock, I’d like to introduce you to Peter Merry. He is a top earning DJ, author, speaker and leader – and his credentials are pretty [...]
A Great Resource to Share with Your Wedding Clients
In a recent post by Alan Dodson – The Wedding Wizard, he gave us the inside scoop on Google Docs excellent wedding template collection.
What a great resource to share with our wedding clients! It’s just one more way to add value to the services we DJs provide, which contributes to happy brides and future [...]
The Wedding Industry 2.0: Utilizing Social Media
As the growth of social sites like Facebook (with over 400 Million users), and Twitter (approaching 100 Million users) continues to climb, there is little question about if you should be using Social Media for your wedding business, but more aptly put, HOW you should use it.
50% of all Facebook users log in daily, while [...]
How to Select a DJ
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The BIG Difference Between Buying on PRICE and Investing in VALUE
When calling a DJ service, the first question many people ask is, “How much do you charge?” There is no single answer to this question because of the variety of factors involved, such as:
Event Type, Date, Location, [...]
“Bridezilla”? Really?
It’s her wedding day and she’s determined to be the star of the show. A neurotic, perfectionist and control freak, she’s not about to let anyone or anything stand in her way. The way she figures it, it’s her day, dammit, and everybody else had better get on board.
Meet Bridezilla, difficult, unpleasant and [...]
