Whatever your story, we\u2019ve got you covered.<\/p>\n
This guide will cover how to:<\/p>\n
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- Determine your goals and target market<\/li>\n
- Come up with a DJ name<\/li>\n
- Design a DJ logo<\/li>\n
- Launch your website<\/li>\n
- Use social media to promote yourself<\/li>\n
- Find clients<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Read on to learn everything you need to know about starting a DJ business. You\u2019ll walk into your first paid gig feeling (and looking) like an absolute pro. Let\u2019s rock n\u2019 roll!<\/p>\n
1. Determine your goals and target market<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nA successful business owner starts by getting super clear on their goals and what they\u2019re working towards. Your DJ business is no different. Start by identifying what kind of DJ you want to be (clubs? weddings? birthday parties?), and then consider your brand<\/a> and how you\u2019ll market yourself.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re not sure what your niche is, think about who your ideal customer is. Are they club owners? Engaged couples? Parents of some super sweet teens? What problem do they need solving and how can you help?<\/p>\n
Your next step is to research your competition. Is there someone who is doing something similar? What are they doing well and what could they improve upon? Don\u2019t let the fear of competition slow you down, though: look to them for inspiration!<\/p>\n
Finally, write a simple mission statement that looks something like this:<\/p>\n
\u201cI help [target audience] by offering [these products\/services] so they can [results and benefits you want to drive].\u201d <\/div>\nThis statement helps you get even clearer on exactly what you need to do and how to pitch yourself to potential clients.<\/p>\n
Read more about this important step in launching your business here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
2. Come up with a DJ name<\/h2>\n
Many DJs use their own name\u2014and a lot of DJs use a fake name too. Fun fact: Did you know Calvin Harris\u2019 real name is Adam Wiles?<\/p>\n
When coming up with a DJ name, you\u2019ll want to use a name that\u2019s catchy<\/a>, easy to remember, and isn\u2019t already taken. For example, \u201cDJ Joe\u201d or \u201cGrillex\u201d might get lost in the shuffle (who does that Skrillex guy think he is, anyway?), but your own name might be what makes you famous.<\/p>\n