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Last updated on July 25, 2017<\/p>

As a performer in a competitive market, if you’re charging high rates, you need to show potential clients why.<\/em> Naturally, people want\u00a0to save money\u00a0if given the choice,\u00a0unless the need for something better is shown to them.<\/strong> Prove you’re worth your rates with superior communication, a top-notch PromoKit, and raving reviews. Clients will better understand the value you’re adding to their event, and feel confident in your prices.<\/p>\n

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Maintain Exceptional Communication<\/h2>\n

Proving your value begins with making the client\u00a0a priority. Great communication and true kindness go a long way.<\/a>\u00a0Not only are you more likely to get the gig, but you’ve also increased your opportunities for more gigs through referrals.<\/p>\n

Guarantee great communication by being attentive to the client’s needs and responding in a timely manner. Most people\u00a0are new to booking entertainment\u00a0so if possible, answer the questions that they may not know to ask. By taking a proactive approach, clients will see that booking you will lead to a well-executed event. And if your responses are swift, friendly, and professional, you’ll alleviate stress and make the decision to book you an easy choice.<\/p>\n

With a GigSalad PromoKit, event planners can easily contact you for quotes with our messaging tool. This means much of your communication will be in writing, so it’s essential to use good chat and email practices. It can take more work to convey a friendly attitude while not speaking over the phone or in person. By including exclamation points and emoticons, you can express a positive and caring tone! :)<\/p>\n

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Use High-Quality Media<\/h2>\n

If you want to highlight what makes you different from your competition, you’ve got to have a strong, professional-looking web presence<\/a>. Charging high rates must be matched with high-quality demonstrations of your talent. With a GigSalad PromoKit and a great looking website<\/a>, these abilities are only a few clicks away.<\/p>\n

Photos<\/h3>\n

High-quality photos<\/a> are crucial. Photos are the first thing a client sees, so if you’re not displaying yourself in a professional light, you’re not fully proving your value. First impressions can make all the difference in getting a gig or not, so make sure all your photos easily convey what services you’re offering and are of the best quality.<\/p>\n

Video<\/h3>\n

Actions speak louder than words so using videos to show your talent is key. High-quality videos<\/a>\u00a0are the quickest way to show your entertainment style and give potential clients a sneak peek into what they’ll get when\u00a0they book you. The best videos are of a live performance where they see your talent, stage presence, and\u00a0how engaged your audience is.<\/p>\n

Audio<\/h3>\n

If you’re a musician, have a variety of quality recordings ready. For example, if you play in a Jazz Band, include swing, bossa nova, and ballad recordings. As a Cover Band, you’ll want to include a variety of songs, styles, or even decades of music. Offering a diverse mixture of tracks helps convince clients of your range of expertise.<\/p>\n

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Display Your Reviews<\/h2>\n

Online reviews<\/a>\u00a0have changed the way business is done. Word-of-mouth reviews still carry a lot of\u00a0weight, but online reviews reach a wider audience. By having numerous, current online reviews displayed, your prior performing experience does much of the work for you. Your spiel will only go so far but great, honest reviews from past clients make event planners feel comfortable in their decisions.<\/p>\n

Even negative reviews offer you an opportunity to shine. Show the world how you handle unhappy clients with respectful and helpful responses. If you were in the wrong, make it right and publicly explain how you handled the situation. The client can always update their review in your favor. Even if they don’t, your\u00a0professional response is displayed for everyone to see.<\/p>\n

There will be people who refuse to pay your price, and that’s okay! The saying, “You get what you pay for” can be a hard-learned lesson. But when clients come back around for their next event\u2014so long as you were kind and courteous\u2014they’ll look to you for quality entertainment.<\/p>\n

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Want to know more about GigSalad? <\/span><\/i>Learn how we can help you make money doing what you love<\/span><\/i><\/a>.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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Have a talent you want to share? Join GigSalad and start getting gigs!<\/h3>\n

<\/i>Sign me up!<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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Last updated on July 25, 2017As a performer in a competitive market, if you’re charging high rates, you need to show potential clients why. Naturally, people want\u00a0to save money\u00a0if given the choice,\u00a0unless the need for something better is shown to them. Prove you’re worth your rates with superior communication, a top-notch PromoKit, and raving reviews. 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