Thinking of Becoming a DJ? Check This Out This First!

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 likeHow DJs prepare for weddings and live eventsThe truth about DJ income and making it a full time careerHow to become a DJ todayDJ equipment and music preparationWhy networking and social media matter so muchThe physical demands of being a DJVinyl vs digital DJingThe importance of reading the crowdDJ business tips for beginnersNick 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.=================================================================Timestamp:0:00 - Intro0:33 - DJ typical day1:33 - How to make money as a DJ, full-time2:52 - Other gig opportunities to make money as a DJ4:39 - Insurance for DJs5:13 - Controlling the room as a DJ7:35 - The DJ persona / the clown persona8:14 - DJ Career path - Getting started as a DJ10:10 - DJing for beginners11:11 - How age can factor in12:51 - How to mix live vinyl/digital14:42 - Education for a DJ career path15:49 - Social media and being a DJ18:00 - Local Venues: Station 142 and Saloon 15118:59 - The Professional DJ Career Path: Exiting20:37 - DJ, the Best Career Because...22:31 - Anecdote, Dad Rock24:13 - Thanks to Tara Thistlethwaite, Event Planner24:36 - Nick Vecchio has the floor25:27 - Recap27:43 - Outro=================================================================Guest Information:Nick VecchioNick Vecchio's WebsiteSaloon 151 Whiskey Bar and GrillStation 142Also Mentioned Directly or Indirectly in This Episode:Creating a Company Mandatory Fun Trivia (Gordon Southard)From Clown Haunts to Getting Pied: Being a Clown with Jusby the Clown5 High-Paying Jobs That Are Growing and Nobody Is Talking AboutBecoming a Mentor with Doug LawrenceWhat It's Really Like to Be an Event Planner with Tara Thistlethwaite=================================================================Time We Discuss Links:Official Website: Time We Discuss WebsiteOriginal Music: Original Music furnished by Dan SwiftYouTube: Time We Discuss on YouTubeSpotify: Time We Discuss on SpotifyApple Podcasts: Time We Discuss on Apple PodcastsMore Podcast Platforms: Time We Discuss Podcast on Other PlatformsTwitter/X: Time We Discuss on Twitter/XBluesky: Time We Discuss on BlueskyInstagram: Time We Discuss on InstagramThreads: Time We Discuss on Threads