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General Business Episodes

Aug. 4, 2021

What Are Planners Looking For In DJ Gear Set-Ups?

As you move into higher end events, you will inevitably be working with a planner. So it makes sense to ask, what are planners looking for in DJ Set-ups? This may influence what you invest money into. I don't think …

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Aug. 2, 2021

Is Creative Business "Quality" Quantitative?

Getting a little deep in the weeds on this one. Once you move from hobby/amateur creative to professional, can you measure quality? Unless it's a specific metric, I think it becomes more of a stylistic question, then one of quality. …

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July 31, 2021

Brian B's Engage Summits Addendum

In the last episode, I ran out of time to give an in depth Engage Summits overview. So in this episode, I hit the highlights of what to expect should you ever decide to go. I wish something like this …

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July 23, 2021

DJs: Is Engage Worth It (from a 17 time attendee)?

As someone who has had a podcast for the last 3 years, I take seriously the responsibility to deliver episodes that have content where I have done the work to study the issue at hand. When I see others not …

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July 9, 2021

DJs: Quit Blaming 2020 For Your Price Increases

For a lot of DJs, 2020 was a bad year. As COVID has started to get behind us and the world is opening up more and more, inquires for private events have been coming in hot! So the temptation is …

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April 22, 2021

Physical vs Digital Marketing Collateral with Joe Bunn

This is a once a month re-occurring series where Joe Bunn and myself talk marketing tips that are pertinent to the working DJ. Whether you are a single op, established multi-op owner or veteran DJ company, we do our best …

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April 17, 2021

Brian B's Sales Follow Up Process

I often get asked about my sales follow up process. I wish I could tell you it's some elaborate formula but honestly, it's rather straightforward. That said, there are a lot of nuances. I break it all down. Be sure …

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March 20, 2021

Marketing Your Reviews With Joe Bunn

This is a re-occurring series where Joe Bunn and myself talk marketing tips that are pertinent to the working DJ. Whether you are a single op, established multi-op owner or veteran DJ company, we do our best to cover it …

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March 19, 2021

Brian B's Tips For Getting Reviews

As events are on the horizon sooner rather than later for most markets, I thought it would be helpful to share my tips for getting reviews. Spoiler alert: It actually starts before the event even happens. Automate Your DJEP: https://automateyourdjep.com …

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March 18, 2021

Marketing Your Differences With Joe Bunn

This is a once a month re-occurring series where Joe Bunn and myself talk marketing tips that are pertinent to the working DJ. Whether you are a single op, established multi-op owner or veteran DJ company, we do our best …

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Feb. 25, 2021

Philanthropy: What's Your Business Strategy?

Can you have a business strategy when it comes to philanthropy? I believe you can. In this episode, I give your 3 strategies to consider. Have a topic you want covered? Drop me a DM at @thetraveldjblend. Has this podcast …

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Feb. 25, 2021

Tips For Making LIfe-Changing Decisions

I recently had to make a life-changing decision. It was tough. There was not a clear answer on what to do and either way I went on it seemed like it could be the right call. In this episode, I …

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Jan. 27, 2021

How I'm Using Clubhouse For My Business

The hottest new app for business - Clubhouse. Most folks I know have at least heard of it by now. But are you maximizing it to the fullest? Is it consuming your time? In this episode, I break the app …

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Jan. 22, 2021

January 2021 Marketing Tips With Joe Bunn

This is a new once a month re-occurring series where Joe Bunn and myself talk marketing tips that are pertinent to the particular month in which we record (in this case, January 2021). These are tips aimed at the mobile …

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Jan. 18, 2021

My First REAL COVID Scare

In this episode, I share with you about having my own personal first REAL COVID scare at an event. Talk about nerve-racking. You'll hear how I handled it and what I'm doing going forward. Stay vigilant folks. We're still not …

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