Thinking of becoming a DJ? Before you buy equipment or book your first event, listen to this first.

In this episode of Time We Discuss, live event DJ Nick Vecchio breaks down what it is really like working as a DJ behind the scenes. From weddings and school dances to corporate events and pool parties, Nick shares the reality of building a career in the DJ industry.

We discuss:

• What a typical day as a DJ is really like
• How DJs prepare for weddings and live events
• The truth about DJ income and making it a full time career
• How to become a DJ today
• DJ equipment and music preparation
• Why networking and social media matter so much
• The physical demands of being a DJ
• Vinyl vs digital DJing
• The importance of reading the crowd
• DJ business tips for beginners

Nick also shares advice for people just starting out, including how to gain experience, find mentors, and build confidence behind the microphone.

If you love music, entertainment, live events, or are considering becoming a wedding DJ or event DJ, this episode gives you an honest look into the career.

Subscribe for more real career conversations and behind the scenes insights from professionals across a wide variety of industries.

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Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:33 - DJ typical day
1:33 - How to make money as a DJ, full-time
2:52 - Other gig opportunities to make money as a DJ
4:39 - Insurance for DJs
5:13 - Controlling the room as a DJ
7:35 - The DJ persona / the clown persona
8:14 - DJ Career path - Getting started as a DJ
10:10 - DJing for beginners
11:11 - How age can factor in
12:51 - How to mix live vinyl/digital
14:42 - Education for a DJ career path
15:49 - Social media and being a DJ
18:00 - Local Venues: Station 142 and Saloon 151
18:59 - The Professional DJ Career Path: Exiting
20:37 - DJ, the Best Career Because...
22:31 - Anecdote, Dad Rock
24:13 - Thanks to Tara Thistlethwaite, Event Planner
24:36 - Nick Vecchio has the floor
25:27 - Recap
27:43 - Outro

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Guest Information:

• Nick Vecchio's Website
• Saloon 151 Whiskey Bar and Grill
• Station 142

• Creating a Company Mandatory Fun Trivia (Gordon Southard)
• From Clown Haunts to Getting Pied: Being a Clown with Jusby the Clown
• 5 High-Paying Jobs That Are Growing and Nobody Is Talking About
• Becoming a Mentor with Doug Lawrence
• What It's Really Like to Be an Event Planner with Tara Thistlethwaite

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