45 Minutes Late For My Event! What in the world??

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I, too...prefer to setup in the morning (or as early as I can) and come back later.
for me, it's not only the peace of mind knowing everything is 90% ready to go (I dont leave my laptop there)
it's also a matter of the "sweaty old man" syndrome.

BUT!
I only do it when it's close enough to home that I dont make TWO long round trips...
and only in places that I have played before, where I know the people who work there.

of course, something could alway happen on your way BACK to the hall (car trouble, accident, etc)
so even THIS plan is not 100% perfect
 
Steve your equipment is protected by insurance in someone elses house when your not present? I work with a multi op these days and we do not leave our gear unnatended even with the best DJ insurance in the industry through CDJA. I would check your policy with a fine tooth comb especially if its the one I turned you onto yrs back. I would also look into the legitimacy of it via the Musicians Association you are riding under with it. I no longer use it due to possibilities of it not even being a valid policy.
 
Jon Tuck said:
Steve your equipment is protected by insurance in someone elses house when your not present? I work with a multi op these days and we do not leave our gear unnatended even with the best DJ insurance in the industry through CDJA. I would check your policy with a fine tooth comb especially if its the one I turned you onto yrs back. I would also look into the legitimacy of it via the Musicians Association you are riding under with it. I no longer use it due to possibilities of it not even being a valid policy.
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Just give Steve a brew or smokie and let 'im be! He will be alright, I promise yer! :tribiggrin:
 
Jon Tuck said:
Steve your equipment is protected by insurance in someone elses house when your not present? I work with a multi op these days and we do not leave our gear unnatended even with the best DJ insurance in the industry through CDJA. I would check your policy with a fine tooth comb especially if its the one I turned you onto yrs back. I would also look into the legitimacy of it via the Musicians Association you are riding under with it. I no longer use it due to possibilities of it not even being a valid policy.
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Jon - i've been an insurance adjuster for 30 years.....I think I know a little about insurance. Don't worry yourself as to whether I'm insured properly

...and furthermore, what does any of this have to do with the topic at hand; time management......or are you just looking to take another jab.....
 
To chime in on my two tires. I used the van than morning for an interview with wedding clients, and the vehicle was just fine. I had a full tank of gas......14.1 miles on the new tank only. I usually am well prepared. But.....not this time I guess. LOL.

I too like to set up a day earlier when the travel distance is reasonable, and the event site will allow it. Of course minus outdoor events or places that cannot be trusted. Example....unlocked room with people who may roam around freely. =)
 
Steve LeBlanc said:
I set up at 11 a.m. - Come back at 5 pm for a 6 pm start.....It also allows for chillax time before the event....
I guess here, venue's arent so hectic.....7 hours; 4 hours what ever...enough lead time to deal with unplanned issues....
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Scott Hanna said:
While there is always the possibility of completely freak things happening, 99.9% of the the things happen that make people late are very avoidable. Proper time management and proper preparation to make sure the vehicle should have no issues is crucial.
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Well, there's no sense in my citing examples, but it doesn't matter what you do or how careful you are. Stuff happens. Just because your rig is all set up, YOU are still at risk. Something could happen to anyone, even the bride and groom.
 
There are times Steve when the venue will not even open until three hours before the event begins so you do have to call in advanced just to make sure you are allowed in. Or sometimes they have another event going on and if you went 8 hours before, you will be left waiting outside.

So it is a good idea to call before the venue or get the client to ask her salesman at what time can you get there.
 
Freddy - that's common sense....

The point of this tread is that if your event is at 5 and you have a 30 minute drive, and a 30 minute set up time. You shouldn't be leaving the hosue at 3:55. To me anyway, common sense would suggest you plan to arrive at the venue at least an hour early; that gives you time to deal with typical unforeseen issue.

I'm not telling anyone to set up at 11 am for a 6 pm start....just give yourself some lead time to deal with potential issues, like flat tires, traffic, equipment malfunction, etc...

Is that at all unreasonable?
 
Steve LeBlanc said:
Freddy - that's common sense....

The point of this tread is that if your event is at 5 and you have a 30 minute drive, and a 30 minute set up time. You shouldn't be leaving the hosue at 3:55. To me anyway, common sense would suggest you plan to arrive at the venue at least an hour early; that gives you time to deal with typical unforeseen issue.

I'm not telling anyone to set up at 11 am for a 6 pm start....just give yourself some lead time to deal with potential issues, like flat tires, traffic, equipment malfunction, etc...

Is that at all unreasonable?
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No reputation from me. LOL...but great post! I can take responsibility. I have an excuse as to why I was late...however...if I would have checked on my situation a bit earlier...I could have potentially saved what could have been a disaster.

What I am trying to say....is yes...there was a way in this situation where I could have been a bit more prepared. I can agree on that basis of argument sake.
 
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