Should A DJ's Living Wage Be Given Or Earned?

It's an interesting time we're in. A lot of DJs (and event professionals at large) are dealing with clients who are asking for discounts, concessions, compromises to process, etc.  This inevitably leads to the "woe is me" argument that has led some to suggest that all mobile DJs should be given a living wage as a baseline. Number one, this doesn't fix the problem and typically encourages bad behavior. Second, you place great risk on clients who hire you based on this flawed wages suggestion. Third, it's not sustainable and ultimately places a black eye on the industry. These hot takes and a host of more on this episode. I'm on YOUTUBE!  Please subscribe and share. Thanks in advance.Check out my podcast website and my premium podcast content community page.DJs: Are you not using VIBO, the music request and planning app? Let's fix this for you! Go to https://vibodj.com. For my podcast listeners only, enter promo code: DJBRIANB - it gets you $10 off your first month's subscription. DJs: This is applicable whether you are a single op or a mult-op. and boy do I wish this was around a few years ago when I really needed it.  Broc Barton Lifestyle Leadership Coaching is offering a free 1 hour coaching session - this is for my podcast listeners ONLY. Mention BRIAN B when you sign up at https://www.brocbarton.com to claim this amazing offer.DJs: Interested in Heavy Hits Music Pool? Go to https://heavyhits.com/For my podcast listeners only, enter promo code: BRIANB - it gets you a 30 day trial for $5. Try it now.Have a topic you want covered? Drop me a DM at @thetraveldjblend. Has this podcast helped you? Share your thoughts by leaving a review on the Apple Podcast App. My Patreon Shop is live! Grab documents and music listings a la carte. I'm on YOUTUBE!  Please subscribe and share. Thanks in advance.Check out my podcast website and my premium podcast content community page.DJs: Interested in Heavy Hits Music Pool? Go to https://heavyhits.com/For my podcast listeners only, enter promo code: BRIANB - it gets you a 30 day trial for $5. Try it now.DJs: Did you know I launched a course? It's called the "Value Based DJ Course" which will help you land your ideal clients, get paid what you need and give you the flexibility to figure out how many events you want to work. Get it today at https://www.thedjscreativeedge.com/Have a topic you want covered? Drop me a DM at @thetraveldjblend. Has this podcast helped you? Share your thoughts by leaving a review on the Apple Podcast App.