As the owner of TJ the DJ here in Red Deer, I realize I don’t have the same population to work with in as those in Edmonton or Calgary, this could mean I would not ordinarily be as busy because the number of DJ’s for the Red Deer Area is actually quite high.

So when I am not actively working with clients or working on projects related to clients I spend my time reading up on DJ trends. I talk with DJs all over Canada and the U.S. quite regularly. I post on community boards for DJs and share ideas, help with solutions and learn about new equipment, games, popular songs that have not made it big here in Canada yet.

I also spend time developing my own skills, practicing with the new technology I have recently bought and getting familiar with it before I start using it as a show and making mistakes because I don’t fully understand it. I want to look like the pro, and be able to answer the questions people have when they see it, trouble shoot it if something goes wrong etc.

One of my latest skills I have been developing is planning with my clients. I have always been detailed in taking their vision, expectations, wants and needs and developing them into a time line/agenda for not only myself, but their Emcee and other vendors as well if they choose to share it. Recently I started my education as a wedding and event planner to add more depth to what I already do. I have discovered I have been on the right track for some time and already have a pretty sound foundation of skills.

I should be completing my course in about 2 weeks.

So when I am not actively DJing this is just a few of the things I do to improve the services I offer, prevent myself from becoming stale or to repetitive and ensure my clients get their wedding or event with use of creative thinking.

Just a small example of what I do.