It's been a busy year for Tiny Tunes. Wedding season is winding down, although this is the time of year for couples to get engaged (hint: guys, a nice engagement ring is just ONE of the presents she'd love this Christmas...) and it's not too early to book your DJ for a 2010 (or even 2011) wedding. We have several dates open next year, and would greatly love to help you create the soundtrack for your special day!
Halloween this year found us at the Masonic Temple downtown for Dave and Jeanette's wedding. The jack-o-lantern centerpieces, and the fall decor, highlighted a picture perfect ceremony and reception. Great food from Club Soda....and a high energy crowd (many in costume) that danced until the last song was over! Thanks to Dave and Jeanette, and their families, for letting me be a part of their special day!
Lastly, (speaking of Halloween weddings)I wanted to share with you a story I found recently. I don't listen to the Dr. Laura show, but this was passed along to me from her blog, and I thought it was a great story about how this bride turned a bad day, into a great one....
The Opposite of Bridezilla
November 12, 2009 on 12:00 am
Six days before Teanne Harris of Chicago was to walk down the aisle in a glorious white gown, her fiance called off the nuptials.
When Harris and her mom went to the catering hall to cancel the reception, they were told that their deposit was nonrefundable.
Now, between being dumped at the altar and not getting her money back, I would expect a screaming meemee, locking herself in the bathroom, ripping up every picture of the two of them, screaming to all her friends, getting drunk, not showering - you know, the usual melodrama.
Not Ms. Harris! Leaving the catering hall, she noticed the Asbury Court Retirement Community across the street. So, instead of letting her Halloween-themed wedding reception go to waste, she decided to move the party to the retirement home, where more than 300 residents attended the party.
Harris had her bridal bouquet placed in the retirement home’s chapel.
She also went on the Hawaii trip anyway…the trip that was meant to be her honeymoon.
All I can say about this story is that she is a magnificent, spiritual human being, and the joker who left her did her a favor. I’m sure she’ll find a real man worthy of her mature and generous spirit.
I would have been proud to work with someone like Ms. Harris...and hope she finds happiness in everything she does.
Looking forward to working with you, too, for your special day. Give me a call at 1-888-629-0595, and let's start planning your perfect party! Happy Thanksgiving!
Friday, November 20, 2009
Monday, October 19, 2009
Wow....where did the year go?
Finally taking a moment to slow down, gather up my thoughts, and reflect on some successes of the past year. It's been a busy few months at Tiny Tunes...with highlights being the Wizard Of Oz bubble party at the Conservatory on September 26th, as well as the wedding of Kyle and Chantal Rensberger to start off the month of October.
The party at the Conservatory was a blast, with the 'official' Dorothy joining us on an overcast day, to make Wizard of Oz day a one-of-a-kind visit for over 700 people! And one of the highlights of the day was Glinda the Good Witch's Bubble Party. (You remember....Glinda traveled in a giant bubble....) Anyway, the event was a success, and we were proud to have been asked to be a part of it!
That event was followed right on the (ruby red) heels by a wedding in Warsaw, at the Shrine Building on the fairgrounds, as Mr. and Mrs. Kyle Rensberger celebrated their wedding. Thanks to Kyle and Chantal, and their families, for letting me be a part of their special day! (I especially loved the unique bride/father dance....)
If you're a prospective bride or groom, now is the time to book your 2010 wedding date. It's also time to think about holiday parties. Some will tell you with the economy the way it is, holiday parties are the last thing that should be on the agenda. I say that a holiday party is a good way to thank your employees for toughing it out during hard times, and to celebrate the successes of the past year-and look forward to better times ahead.
Call me to help you plan your event, or to start the ball rolling on making your next party the best it can be! I look forward to working with you!
The party at the Conservatory was a blast, with the 'official' Dorothy joining us on an overcast day, to make Wizard of Oz day a one-of-a-kind visit for over 700 people! And one of the highlights of the day was Glinda the Good Witch's Bubble Party. (You remember....Glinda traveled in a giant bubble....) Anyway, the event was a success, and we were proud to have been asked to be a part of it!
That event was followed right on the (ruby red) heels by a wedding in Warsaw, at the Shrine Building on the fairgrounds, as Mr. and Mrs. Kyle Rensberger celebrated their wedding. Thanks to Kyle and Chantal, and their families, for letting me be a part of their special day! (I especially loved the unique bride/father dance....)
If you're a prospective bride or groom, now is the time to book your 2010 wedding date. It's also time to think about holiday parties. Some will tell you with the economy the way it is, holiday parties are the last thing that should be on the agenda. I say that a holiday party is a good way to thank your employees for toughing it out during hard times, and to celebrate the successes of the past year-and look forward to better times ahead.
Call me to help you plan your event, or to start the ball rolling on making your next party the best it can be! I look forward to working with you!
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Summer Fun with Tiny Tunes!
It's been busy around Tiny Tunes for the last couple of weeks. Last weekend we DJed the Fort Wayne wedding reception of Chris and Melissa Molargik. After their wedding in the Smoky Mountains, Chris and Melissa came home to a hog roast and reception in their backyard, with music from Tiny Tunes. It was a good time, and the food was great, too. I wish I had a picture of the ribs they served....they were HUGE! Thanks to Chris and Melissa and their families for allowing us to be a part of their special day!
Summertime also means Tiny Bubbles Bubble Parties! In recent weeks, we've done a great Bubble Party for the kids at Lifebridge Church during an outing to Franke Park and the Zoo. Thanks to Pastor Gin, Tonya and the crew at Lifebridge for making Tiny Tunes and Tiny Bubbles Bubble Parties a part of their summertime fun! But the bubble fun didn't stop there....
Just this morning, we also did not one, but TWO Bubble Parties for the Day Campers at Pine Hills Church on Coldwater Road. Miss Chris, Michelle, and the staff couldn't have been nicer, or easier to work with--and the kids had FUN! The crews from Indiana's Newscenter were on hand filming the Bubble Parties today for an upcoming commercial for the pre-school and daycare at Pine Hills.....look for kids enjoying a Tiny Bubbles Bubble Party on a TV near you soon!
The Three Rivers Festival is always a highlight of the summer in Fort Wayne, too....and thanks to our friends at the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, Tuesday of festival week was a real Bubble Blast! Over 1300 people came out for what might have been the biggest Bubble Party in the WORLD(along with the rest of the Family Fun Day activities at the Conservatory!) It was five hours of nonstop music, hula hoops, bubbles and FUN! There was so much to see and do--face painting, balloons, games, activities, bounce house and inflatables, sno cones, food and more--and the response was overwhelming! I was flattered that so many people commented that the Bubble Party was the best part of an already awesome day! Special thanks to Mitch, Carman, Jim, Bob, and everyone at the Conservatory for their help and support, and to Majic 95.1 Radio for their sponsorship of Family Fun Day 2009!
Summer's winding down, and school is right around the corner, but it's not too late to think about a Tiny Bubbles Bubble Party for this season! We still have available dates for back-to-school parties, birthdays and more for preschools and daycares, as well as private parties in your backyard! Call today to find out how your kids can enjoy music, games, and most of all BUBBLES.....with a Tiny Bubbles Bubble Party! 260-433-3331!
Monday, August 3, 2009
It's Your Party, But Please....Think of the Guests.
So many brides and grooms go into the planning stages with stars in their eyes, and visions of everything they've seen in bridal magazines dancing in their heads. But if you take a moment, you'll realize that the reception is actually for our guests...and how you plan and execute the reception can make the difference whether they (and you) have fun....or suffer. This article from MSN makes some good points regarding caring for your guests. Enjoy!
Wedding Guests' Secret Gripes
You've been to a few weddings yourself, so you know there are just some things that can rub you the wrong way. Here are a few helpful reminders about what guests can't stand.
By Meredith Bodgas
You may think your wedding is all about you and your groom (or maybe just you) but, hello, you're hosting a party! If your guests are miserable, your wedding will be remembered for all the wrong reasons. So we talked to dozens of frequent wedding guests — from always-a-bridesmaids to recent brides to guys in their 20s and 30s — to find out what they hated about the events they've attended. We've kept the guests' names secret just in case they're coming to your wedding!
Your Timing Stinks
Huge time gaps between the ceremony and the reception — the ones where the ceremony starts at noon, but the party isn't until 7 p.m. — are annoying because you're often leaving us in the middle of nowhere with absolutely nothing to do. We don't want to kill time at a restaurant because we're hoping you'll feed us well at your reception. And there's only so much lingering we can do at a coffee shop or a bookstore ... in our dressy clothes! We'd much rather head straight to the party after the "I dos."
You Picked a Bad Day
We've had weddings on every holiday, from Mother's Day to Super Bowl Sunday (yes, that counts as a holiday). You must realize that we'd rather be with our moms or watching the game instead of going to your wedding on those days. And please don't ruin our holiday weekends. We get it; you can save a bundle if you get hitched on the Sunday before Memorial Day, but maybe we'd like to take our vacations then. If nothing else, please don't get married on some random Tuesday night. That means we have to take off two days from work just to go! Let us use our vacation days for vacations.
You're Boring Us
The ceremony may be the most important part of the day to you, but the reception is what we're really looking forward to. When it takes forever to get dinner served, each speech is 25 minutes long, and you play a string of songs that are all inside jokes with the same group of friends, there isn't much time for getting our groove on. Uh, and if the band's so bad that no one's dancing — including you and your groom — we just think, Why are we even here? Showing us a really good time is the least that you can do to thank us for giving up our free day, traveling, and getting you an expensive gift.
The Food Isn't Great
Why would you bother spending thousands on your flowers if your food is going to taste terrible? We want a delicious meal way more than we want pretty centerpieces. You don't know this, but we actually think of that $200 gift as a contribution to a great meal. If it's not as good as something we'd have at a restaurant, we're going to be disappointed. Even if the food is tasty, don't make us go hungry. We don't need an eight-course meal, but we don't want to have to push through other guests just to get to the tiny hors d'oeuvres you're calling dinner.
You Make Us Pay?!
Treat your guests like guests; don't make us bring our wallets whenever we want a drink! When you have more than 300 guests and a cash bar, we wish that you would've just cut the list and paid for our drinks instead. How exactly are we supposed to feel when we paid for flights, a rental car, a hotel room, and a gift, and then you make us pay at the bar? So not cool.
You Sat Us Here
We want to have fun at your wedding, believe us, but it's pretty tricky when you seat us right in front of giant speakers. We won't be able to talk to anyone at our tables or enjoy our dinner if you're blowing out our eardrums. Before you book your venue, make sure there's enough space for tables without having to make us sit in the DJ's lap. And don't make us suffer in the heat. If you're having a summer wedding, do it somewhere with air conditioning!
Also, if you want to be outdoors, don't make us rough it: Walking around in the mud, swatting bugs, or using porta-potties is even less fun in formal attire. And please give us plenty of places to sit. Cocktail hours are great, but it's pretty tough to balance our plates, drinks, and purses while standing — in heels no less!
You Don't Invite a Plus-One
Nothing reminds us of our dating status like a wedding. No need to rub it in our faces with even more reminders. The garter and bouquet tosses are like saying, "Hey, look at them. They're single!" Could you blame us if we hide in the bathroom as soon as the DJ announces it? And, come on, even if they did honestly predict we'd be the next to marry, do we really want some cheesy guy slipping garters up our legs? Of course, we'd prefer to be invited with a date, but we get why you may not be able to give us that, especially if we'll know lots of other people there. But if everyone we know is making out with their significant other all night, we're going to be pissed that you couldn't include one extra person to make us feel a little more comfortable.
You Put Us to Work
We know we'll have to help out with some tasks when we agree to be in the bridal party, but it's insulting when you consider a task like manning the guest book table an honor. We'd rather just be a regular guest at the wedding than have some silly duty like that. At the very least, give us a heads up if you'll need our help. Don't spring flower girl babysitting duties on us minutes before the reception.
You Don't Say Thank You
It's frustrating when we fly all the way to your wedding and you don't take the time to thank us for making the trip. Even if we haven't come a long way, make an effort to thank us for coming anyway. We know it's hard to talk to every guest at the wedding, but that's why, at the very least, we better get a thank-you card from you when you get back from your honeymoon!
Wedding Guests' Secret Gripes
You've been to a few weddings yourself, so you know there are just some things that can rub you the wrong way. Here are a few helpful reminders about what guests can't stand.
By Meredith Bodgas
You may think your wedding is all about you and your groom (or maybe just you) but, hello, you're hosting a party! If your guests are miserable, your wedding will be remembered for all the wrong reasons. So we talked to dozens of frequent wedding guests — from always-a-bridesmaids to recent brides to guys in their 20s and 30s — to find out what they hated about the events they've attended. We've kept the guests' names secret just in case they're coming to your wedding!
Your Timing Stinks
Huge time gaps between the ceremony and the reception — the ones where the ceremony starts at noon, but the party isn't until 7 p.m. — are annoying because you're often leaving us in the middle of nowhere with absolutely nothing to do. We don't want to kill time at a restaurant because we're hoping you'll feed us well at your reception. And there's only so much lingering we can do at a coffee shop or a bookstore ... in our dressy clothes! We'd much rather head straight to the party after the "I dos."
You Picked a Bad Day
We've had weddings on every holiday, from Mother's Day to Super Bowl Sunday (yes, that counts as a holiday). You must realize that we'd rather be with our moms or watching the game instead of going to your wedding on those days. And please don't ruin our holiday weekends. We get it; you can save a bundle if you get hitched on the Sunday before Memorial Day, but maybe we'd like to take our vacations then. If nothing else, please don't get married on some random Tuesday night. That means we have to take off two days from work just to go! Let us use our vacation days for vacations.
You're Boring Us
The ceremony may be the most important part of the day to you, but the reception is what we're really looking forward to. When it takes forever to get dinner served, each speech is 25 minutes long, and you play a string of songs that are all inside jokes with the same group of friends, there isn't much time for getting our groove on. Uh, and if the band's so bad that no one's dancing — including you and your groom — we just think, Why are we even here? Showing us a really good time is the least that you can do to thank us for giving up our free day, traveling, and getting you an expensive gift.
The Food Isn't Great
Why would you bother spending thousands on your flowers if your food is going to taste terrible? We want a delicious meal way more than we want pretty centerpieces. You don't know this, but we actually think of that $200 gift as a contribution to a great meal. If it's not as good as something we'd have at a restaurant, we're going to be disappointed. Even if the food is tasty, don't make us go hungry. We don't need an eight-course meal, but we don't want to have to push through other guests just to get to the tiny hors d'oeuvres you're calling dinner.
You Make Us Pay?!
Treat your guests like guests; don't make us bring our wallets whenever we want a drink! When you have more than 300 guests and a cash bar, we wish that you would've just cut the list and paid for our drinks instead. How exactly are we supposed to feel when we paid for flights, a rental car, a hotel room, and a gift, and then you make us pay at the bar? So not cool.
You Sat Us Here
We want to have fun at your wedding, believe us, but it's pretty tricky when you seat us right in front of giant speakers. We won't be able to talk to anyone at our tables or enjoy our dinner if you're blowing out our eardrums. Before you book your venue, make sure there's enough space for tables without having to make us sit in the DJ's lap. And don't make us suffer in the heat. If you're having a summer wedding, do it somewhere with air conditioning!
Also, if you want to be outdoors, don't make us rough it: Walking around in the mud, swatting bugs, or using porta-potties is even less fun in formal attire. And please give us plenty of places to sit. Cocktail hours are great, but it's pretty tough to balance our plates, drinks, and purses while standing — in heels no less!
You Don't Invite a Plus-One
Nothing reminds us of our dating status like a wedding. No need to rub it in our faces with even more reminders. The garter and bouquet tosses are like saying, "Hey, look at them. They're single!" Could you blame us if we hide in the bathroom as soon as the DJ announces it? And, come on, even if they did honestly predict we'd be the next to marry, do we really want some cheesy guy slipping garters up our legs? Of course, we'd prefer to be invited with a date, but we get why you may not be able to give us that, especially if we'll know lots of other people there. But if everyone we know is making out with their significant other all night, we're going to be pissed that you couldn't include one extra person to make us feel a little more comfortable.
You Put Us to Work
We know we'll have to help out with some tasks when we agree to be in the bridal party, but it's insulting when you consider a task like manning the guest book table an honor. We'd rather just be a regular guest at the wedding than have some silly duty like that. At the very least, give us a heads up if you'll need our help. Don't spring flower girl babysitting duties on us minutes before the reception.
You Don't Say Thank You
It's frustrating when we fly all the way to your wedding and you don't take the time to thank us for making the trip. Even if we haven't come a long way, make an effort to thank us for coming anyway. We know it's hard to talk to every guest at the wedding, but that's why, at the very least, we better get a thank-you card from you when you get back from your honeymoon!
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Thanks for your support!
It was a real pleasure to participate in last Saturday's benefit for Mary Jo Wolf at Columbia Street West (well, as much as it could be considered pleasure to have to have the event at all.) Mary Jo is a former co-worker and friend from the radio station, who is currently battling cancer....and the event was designed as a fundraiser to assist her with the staggering medical bills one incurs when you're in a fight for your life. The super-talented Chris Dodds provided music, Billy Elvis and Mary Jane MCed (with yours truly chipping in his 2 cents worth,) and lots of Mary Jo's family and friends came together to give her spirits, and her financial status, a boost.
I donated a certificate for a free Tiny Bubbles Bubble Party to the live auction for the event, and was humbled to see how well that turned out--when not ONLY did it sell for more than what I charge for a party to begin with; but was popular enough that a bidding war started. When the dust cleared, the winning bidder gave the certificate BACK to the organizers of the event, and it was sold for a SECOND time. to the runner-up in the bidding...bringing in the most money of any single item at the event! (And yes, in case you're wondering, I plan on doing BOTH parties as a result of the TWO winning bids....even though I originally only donated ONE to the event.)
I'm thankful every day that there's enough interest in Tiny Tunes, Tiny Bubbles, and the rest of my services, that I can continue to do what I love....and I'm glad I could contribute to a worthwhile cause. To all involved, thank you!
PS. You can find out more about Mary Jo, her struggle, and how you can contribute by going to http://www.maryjowolf-ibelieve.blogspot.com/ .
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
How Much do I Charge?? How Much Do You Want To Pay?
Part of becoming (and continuing to be) a successful mobile DJ is an ongoing process of networking, reading, and constantly learning to better yourself personally and professionally. I try to do this on an continuing basis, to keep up with trends and new ideas, and provide you with the best service possible.
Just read this article by Ken Peterson in the Disc Jockey News (one of the many publications I subscribe to in my effort to improve my service to you.) One of the frustrating things about being a mobile DJ is that almost EVERY call you get, almost EVERY email, invariably starts out the same way--"HOW MUCH DO YOU CHARGE?"
School is over, and you enter the employment hunt.
Your resume has all the pertinent information in clearly defined sections:
-How to reach you.
-Objectives.
-Summary of skills.
-List of Education.
-Additional training.
-Certificates and Accreditations.
-Work Experience.
-References.
You know the next step in the job search is to get that resume out.
You have a great cover letter that expresses how you found out about the job opening and sets up dialogue for scheduling an interview.
You take an extracurricular class or two on job interviews.
You have practiced the interview numerous times with friends, roommates, or maybe even a few family members.
You get the call - a company is interested. It's a company you have stock in, you speak well of to your friends, and you really want to work for this firm!
The appointment is set.
This is your big break! You have been preparing and waiting for this moment. You know your are ready; you have put in the work to make yourself the best choice for the position. It is now time to show this company you know what you are doing!
You are excited! You may even dress one step higher than appropriate for the line of work you are interviewing for.
You're there on time - actually 10 minutes early.
You can already envision working for this firm.
The HR Dept calls you in...
The only question asked is simply, "How much do we have to pay you?"
There is no greeting, no handshake, no welcome, no offer to sit down or get comfortable, no query about anything on the resume. HR doesn't probe about history, education, skill sets, references, or even if you are over or under qualified for the job... Just a lone question: "How Much Are You?"
You are on the spot. You are the interviewee. You need to answer that question.
Your mind runs wild, "What about my qualifications, why aren't they asking about those? The entire labor pool is out there; and I know I am the single best candidate for this position. Is this company really looking for the cheapest labor? What if I say, 'I want $xx,xxx per year salary.'? The next guy in the lobby is wearing tattered jeans and a stained t-shirt. He's got a ticket for the company to sign off from the placement referral service so he can continue to collect unemployment and furthermore he's absolutely clueless - I know he's going to ask for less."
Many couples that are planning a wedding unknowingly do this daily to many service providers within wedding entertainment field.
Engaged couples are at that stage in life where the job hunt is very fresh in their mind; either they are about to start the search, right in the middle of it, or were recently placed in a nice job environment.
Wedding Entertainers (mobile DJs) can be thought of as the candidates waiting in the lobby (your lobby - you are the employer). They offer a service and a willingness to work for you. Some DJs position themselves for the menial tasks. Others, the better ones, can become your right-hand.
Wedding DJs have a resume. It's their marketing: a website, their printed materials, an informational e-mail. They have references to check such as thank you cards, happy clients to email, and reviews found online. There is a confirmable work history: ask your other vendors if they have worked with the DJ before- ask your DJ about the vendors they've worked with. What about training, accreditations and certificates? What have they done to earn the spot in your wedding budget.
Have some fun, pay us DJs back with the same thing you are going through (or went through recently). Scrutinize. Find the right employee for your own "wedding firm."
Reprinted with permission from the Disc Jockey News and author Ken Petersen of Rapid City, SD. Ken is a freelance writer and entertainer who can be reached at: ken@kensmilestones.com
Just read this article by Ken Peterson in the Disc Jockey News (one of the many publications I subscribe to in my effort to improve my service to you.) One of the frustrating things about being a mobile DJ is that almost EVERY call you get, almost EVERY email, invariably starts out the same way--"HOW MUCH DO YOU CHARGE?"
While that is a legitimate question, and one that certainly needs an answer in these economically challenged times, I like to understand what it is YOU'RE looking for, and what it is you need for YOUR event, and then create the soundtrack for YOUR PARTICULAR event, rather than throwing out a cookie-cutter service, for a cookie-cutter price. It takes a little more time and effort for both of us, but it gets YOU better results, and helps me to stand out from some local companies that send a 'rent-a-dj' with limited or no experience, to entertain at your once-in-a-lifetime event.
Ken asks that as a bride, you treat the process of finding your wedding entertainment the same way you would conduct a job interview for your 'wedding firm'--by asking about their history, experience, and qualifications, and NOT just asking for their price. Give this a read, and let me know what you think!
School is over, and you enter the employment hunt.
Your resume has all the pertinent information in clearly defined sections:
-How to reach you.
-Objectives.
-Summary of skills.
-List of Education.
-Additional training.
-Certificates and Accreditations.
-Work Experience.
-References.
You know the next step in the job search is to get that resume out.
You have a great cover letter that expresses how you found out about the job opening and sets up dialogue for scheduling an interview.
You take an extracurricular class or two on job interviews.
You have practiced the interview numerous times with friends, roommates, or maybe even a few family members.
You get the call - a company is interested. It's a company you have stock in, you speak well of to your friends, and you really want to work for this firm!
The appointment is set.
This is your big break! You have been preparing and waiting for this moment. You know your are ready; you have put in the work to make yourself the best choice for the position. It is now time to show this company you know what you are doing!
You are excited! You may even dress one step higher than appropriate for the line of work you are interviewing for.
You're there on time - actually 10 minutes early.
You can already envision working for this firm.
The HR Dept calls you in...
The only question asked is simply, "How much do we have to pay you?"
There is no greeting, no handshake, no welcome, no offer to sit down or get comfortable, no query about anything on the resume. HR doesn't probe about history, education, skill sets, references, or even if you are over or under qualified for the job... Just a lone question: "How Much Are You?"
You are on the spot. You are the interviewee. You need to answer that question.
Your mind runs wild, "What about my qualifications, why aren't they asking about those? The entire labor pool is out there; and I know I am the single best candidate for this position. Is this company really looking for the cheapest labor? What if I say, 'I want $xx,xxx per year salary.'? The next guy in the lobby is wearing tattered jeans and a stained t-shirt. He's got a ticket for the company to sign off from the placement referral service so he can continue to collect unemployment and furthermore he's absolutely clueless - I know he's going to ask for less."
Many couples that are planning a wedding unknowingly do this daily to many service providers within wedding entertainment field.
Engaged couples are at that stage in life where the job hunt is very fresh in their mind; either they are about to start the search, right in the middle of it, or were recently placed in a nice job environment.
Wedding Entertainers (mobile DJs) can be thought of as the candidates waiting in the lobby (your lobby - you are the employer). They offer a service and a willingness to work for you. Some DJs position themselves for the menial tasks. Others, the better ones, can become your right-hand.
Wedding DJs have a resume. It's their marketing: a website, their printed materials, an informational e-mail. They have references to check such as thank you cards, happy clients to email, and reviews found online. There is a confirmable work history: ask your other vendors if they have worked with the DJ before- ask your DJ about the vendors they've worked with. What about training, accreditations and certificates? What have they done to earn the spot in your wedding budget.
Have some fun, pay us DJs back with the same thing you are going through (or went through recently). Scrutinize. Find the right employee for your own "wedding firm."
Reprinted with permission from the Disc Jockey News and author Ken Petersen of Rapid City, SD. Ken is a freelance writer and entertainer who can be reached at: ken@kensmilestones.com
Monday, March 23, 2009
Freedom Sounds Good To Me!
The Fort Wayne Freedom, that is. TINY TUNES has been picked for the second year in a row to provide sound for the FW Freedom's CIFL arena football team!
The opening game in the Freedom's 2009 Continental Indoor Football League season was this past weekend at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, with over 2000 fans coming out to enjoy the action, and see the Freedom beat the Marion Mayhem, 46-23.
It's a pleasure to get to work with a professional staff, in a beautiful 10,000 seat venue, and help the fans enjoy their game day experience-whether the team wins or loses (although we're always rooting for a win.) I'm glad to be back this year!
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