Bulletproof Your Business: Managing Debt, Contracts, and Mental Health for DJ Success SUPPORT THE PODCAST and level up your DJ career. Join our Patreon for exclusive business insights and strategies. http://patreon.com/MobileDJMastery HAVE YOUR SAY and join our waiting list for the built to better your business https://mobiledjmastery.com/levelup/ In this episode, DJ2FOUR7 dives into the transformative journey from being a part-time DJ to making the leap into full-time DJing. DJ2FOUR7 shares personal experiences and insights, emphasising the importance of professionalism, time management, and financial planning. DJ2FOUR7 also recounts his own story of leaving a stable job to pursue his passion for DJing, illustrating the challenges and rewards of taking that bold step.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Time Management is Crucial: Transitioning from part-time to full-time DJing requires reclaiming time that may be spent on non-essential activities like gaming or binge-watching shows. Evaluate Your Finances: Before making the jump to full-time, it's important to assess your spending habits and subscriptions. Cutting unnecessary expenses can help create a financial cushion that supports the transition. Professionalism Matters: Establishing a professional approach to your DJ business, including contracts, email communication, and proper paperwork, can set you apart from competitors and enhance client trust. The Importance of a Support System: Engaging with a community of DJs and attending events like Level Up Live can provide valuable insights, networking opportunities, and strategies to help navigate the challenges of running a DJ business. Embrace the Jump: Leaping full-time DJing involves a degree of faith in your abilities and the willingness to take risks. It's important to prepare adequately but also to be ready to adapt and learn from the experience. BEST MOMENTS "The jump is a move I feel someone has to do, especially when they want to go from part-time DJ to full-time DJ." "Time is the most important commodity anyone on this earth has; some people think money is more important, but I disagree." "When you're cutting your prices and bringing things down for people you don't know, this is not... McDonald's doesn't do that." "You want to try to replace your income, obviously, which makes sense. You want to try to get close to about 70% of what it is that you used to earn." "Nothing's easy, guys. When I bring these experts on to speak about their stories, I like to bring them on because we're all different and we all do things differently." OUR SOCIAL LINKS https://dj2four7.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dj2four7/ https://www.instagram.com/mobiledjmastery/ https://www.tiktok.com/@2four7dj HOST BIO With over 20 years in the entertainment industry, DJ 2FOUR7 brings a wealth of experience to this podcast. From DJing in bars, clubs, and festivals to hosting nightclub events and promoting large-scale festivals, DJ 2FOUR7 has done it all. As one of the first urban promoters to launch an international independent festival in Malta, he also built and managed his own distribution and marketing business. During the lockdown, DJ 2FOUR7 created a groundbreaking pop-up DJ concept that achieved massive online success. Today, he leads a thriving entertainment business specialising in weddings and corporate events. Combining innovation, passion, and humour, DJ 2FOUR7 is the ideal guide to help aspiring DJs elevate their careers. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk