Most aspiring DJs end up selling their expensive gear for a considerable less amount than they paid for it.
Why?
Because they did not know the secrets of becoming successful. As a professional DJ and trainer of professional DJs, I know what it takes.
Here is the top list of problems holding most DJs back from success -
Arrogance - Getting behind the decks with an attitude is a great way to kill your career before you even get off the ground. Aim to have a personality, not attitude.
Poor dress - If you are paid as a professional DJ, it is your responsibility to dress respectfully. Dress to suit the occasion. Just because you are a DJ does not give you the right to turn up to a "suit and tie" event in a T-Shirt and jeans.
Music Fixation - I have seen so many potentially great DJs run a very short career path due to the fact that they only play the music that they want to hear. A good DJ will play what the audience wants to hear.
And the #1 reason most DJ's fail...
Poor Music Knowledge - So many DJs don't have anywhere near an acceptable knowledge of music. A good DJ should be able to fit into any function and play music that will keep the audience happy. This is the most important, but also most overlooked problem area for DJs.
I know as I'm writing this, that there will be people who will read this and believe that the last point does not apply. Believe me, it does! No matter how well you think you know your music, chances are you don't!
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