2018 DJ Times DJ Expo in Atlantic City NJ

The 2018 Atlantic City NJ DJ Times DJ Expo

Stop by and say hello to DJ Greggie C and the rest of the Peavey Electronics sponsored DJs at Booth #507 for your chance to win some FREE SWAG!

Please visit our Website for information on DJ Classes in-person or on line at http://www.djentertainmentschool.com

Liability Insurance

Liability Insurance

Last week we discussed equipment insurance - This week it is LIABILITY Insurance. Liability insurance ia another thing that most DJs and entertainers do not have and wait until the last minute to get when the place they are playing at requests  certificate. This can mean not getting the booking in some cases.

Our friends at N.A.M.E. offer Liability and Equipment insurance as just a couple of things you are eligible for when you become a member. You can even get insurance for one day or multiple days. Minimum premium is $175.00 You can visit them at: http://www.nameentertainers.com Mention you heard about them from the DJ Entertainment School Blog!

Do you have Equipment Insurance?

Equipment Insurance

Unfortunately this is a topic that too many wait until it is too late to purchase. Insuring your equipment means insuring your Business. If you get robbed or if your equipment gets damaged, you need to be covered so you can continue working and get new equipment if needed. One of the biggest misconceptions people have besides thinking homeowners, renters, or auto insurance will cover you  is the price. Equipment insurance STARTS at $150.00 PER YEAR for $15,000 of coverage (Rate of $1.00 per $100.00 of scheduled equipment). THAT'S IT! 

Our friends at N.A.M.E. have Equipment and Liability insurance at just a couple of things you are eligible for when you become a member. You can visit them at: http://www.nameentertainers.com Mention you heard about them from the DJ Entertainment School Blog!

Think about this!

• It is ILLEGAL if you do NOT have Auto insurance!!!!
• It is ILLEGAL if you do not have Homeowners insurance!!!!

SO it makes all the sense in the world to insure YOUR BUSINESS! YOUR LIVELIHOOD! YOUR LEGACY!

Your Equipment IS your Business

Your Equipment IS your Business

Your equipment is your livelihood and if anything happens it can stop you in your tracks and even put you out of business. Follow the suggestions below to prevent loss and save yourself money and aggravation.

Prevention of Loss

The best way to avoid possible theft is to remove your equipment from your vehicle after every show. This way, the chance of theft occurs only when you are loading or unloading. To prevent loss when you arrive at an establishment, make a quick inside to let the client or banquet manager know you’ve arrived. While you do this and while you unload (if it is an unsafe area), have an employee watch your car and offer them a tip or a give away when you are finished.

For those of you who take the risk and leave equipment in the car, make sure you have a car alarm and it is armed. Remember, any way you can protect your equipment from theft is to your advantage. If you must occasionally leave equipment in your car (Not Recommended),  keep quilts or blankets handy and completely cover every item.

Tile offers a bluetooth tracker you can use to track lost items and in some cases when it is stolen. They have keychain tiles for your keys or even slim tiles for your laptop or wallet or whatever you can stick/hide them in. They last a year and are worth the investment. When you install the app on your phone and/or tablet, you will also be able to find them as well with either another device or any tile that is connected to that device. 2 for $25 and 4 for $75

Get your tiles and apps here: https://www.thetileapp.com


Insurance

Protect your equipment when it is stored at home or in your apartment. Do not believe your homeowners or auto insurance will cover your Professional DJ equipment unless you HAVE IT IN WRITING! There are companies like N.A.M.E. entertainers that sell both insurance for your equipment starting at only $150 A YEAR  for $15,000.00 plus they also sell liability insurance in case someone gets hurt at your event or the hall requires you have it. Visit them at www.nameentertainers.com and tell them The DJ Entertainment School sent you!