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How To Stay Focused

• It’s the hardest thing in the world to stay focused, but you must force your thoughts to stop straying and return to your point.
• The important thing to remember is you have to keep at it, whatever it is; and you have to stay focused and keep moving forward. Don’t get discouraged by the bad times and instead look for the good.

• As Zig Ziglar says, you can have anything in life you want, if you just help enough other people get what they want.
• Do not mistake envy with a desired goal. Envy makes you weak. Inspiration and passion makes you strong.
• The more you stay focused the more it expands.
• Just do it –Nike.
• It does not matter how slowly you go so long as you do not stop –Confucius. (“The Turtle won the race.”)
• Eat Something!
• Pretend you only have 2 hours a day to work.What 3-5 things would you do during those 2 hours a day? Once you know what those are – then delegate or stop doing everything else that you currently do. And start doing only those 3-5 things all day, every day.

Stay Focused

• Take a quick walk and, while you are on the walk, think of 3 things you are going to do when you get back to your workspace. Works like a charm at finding your focus!
• A small piece of paper with the words “1 Thing at a Time”
• KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid!)

Right this post is a little off topic but I hope it helps anyway.

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How to DJ: The Insider’s Guide to Success on the Decks

Getting The People To Dance

Right here is a DJ tip when you got an empty dance floor, what to do?

See what kind of people and try to feel and be one of them.

Find and play an older track that you have seen on crowded dance floors before.

Play the famous old dancing track and you will see the people will start to trickle onto the dance floor.

Be sure you are playing the right style for the kind of  people there.

Throw in more older tracks of the same style. Or  try a recent remix or mashup of the older hits.

When you got the floor hot then mix a  recent new track  then throw in a spanking new track .

So you don’t look that you are outdated.

Most probably the crowd on the floor will thin out, if not continue on the new music, but if so then back down to the older tracks  to keep the place warm.

Sometimes when playing brand new music, the people just don’t know the music  and so things can be cold and the dancing just won’t start.

If you got some friends, tell them to be on dance floor till it packs up.

You can also try  the Electric Slide Dance if the music just wont start it up.

Another way to get your guests dancing is to dance yourself !

Let’s dance!

Peace

DJ White Hawk

How to MIX. In this video I will show you how to drop one toon into the other, basically forming a good flow of the music. Toons are taken from cdpool top 100 Dance floor fillers 5 cd box set. Toons are from cd 5 track 2 and 3. www.cdpool.co.uk This method of mixing applies to all formats of dj kit, not just cdj turntables.
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Finding a Good DJ? What to Ask When Interviewing DJ’s

Putting together a party, especially for large group affairs, can be a hassle. Sometimes, you get flustered and think that you’ll never get everything you need ready in time for the social event.

You have catering to deal with, reserving a location, invitations, and most importantly, the DJ. How do you know which DJ to choose?

Finding a Good DJ? What to Ask When Interviewing DJ’s

First of all, you need to know which questions to ask, besides how much the DJ charges. That is only one aspect of determining who to hire.

The first and foremost question should be if the DJ is insured and can provide proof of liability.

You don’t want to be responsible if something goes wrong with his equipment. Secondly, you should ask if the DJ is going to be using professional equipment.

Though this doesn’t mean that he is talented, it does guarantee that the sound system will be of professional quality and not embarrassing.

If using professional equipment, then failure is rare, but the DJ should have back up equipment available at the facility in case of a malfunction.

The next considerations are regarding the music in general.

You should be able to discuss the musical selection with the DJ prior to the party, making sure that he or she can provide the song list that you require.

Also find out if the DJ is prepared to take requests or not this is something that is greatly appreciated at any event.

Also, make sure that the DJ is aware of the type of party you are planning and that he is familiar with the proper procedures and etiquette for this type of party.

Most DJ’s also MC the event in question, so you’ll want to be sure that the DJ you hire has experience with whatever type of event you are holding.

Finding a Good DJ? What to Ask When Interviewing DJ’s

Make sure that the DJ is allowing the proper amount of set up time required.

In most cases, the DJ should be completely set up with all equipment ready to function and music waiting when the first guest arrives.

Typically, this takes at least an hour. Review the proper attire for the event and be certain that the DJ is prepared to dress appropriately.

Whether the party requires formal wear, is themed, or is even a costume party, the DJ should blend in.

Be sure to set up a written contract. You don’t want anyone backing out on a “word of mouth” deal.

Everything should be documented, including price, services provided, and requested services.

Also, note that prices can vary widely from DJ to DJ, but for a 4-hour event, the average cost runs about $1200.

Keep in mind this covers not only the event but all of the planning involved, which can add up to 20 or 30 hours of the DJ’s time.

If you adhere to these questions, chances are that you’ll choose a great DJ who will provide the appropriate entertainment for your event and please your guests.

So don’t be overly stressed about the matter; relax and enjoy yourself!

Finding a Good DJ? What to Ask When Interviewing DJ’s