Question 1

How do I estimate 'Incremental Guests Attracted'?

Accepted Answer

This requires comparing the event night's attendance to a baseline. For example, if you typically get 300 people on a Saturday and the guest DJ brings in 500, your incremental guest count is 200. It's the number of people who showed up *specifically because* of that entertainer.

Question 2

What if the DJ fee is paid by a sponsor?

Accepted Answer

If a sponsor (like a liquor brand) covers the DJ's fee, you can set the 'Total Entertainment Cost' to $0. This will show you the pure profit generated by the event, which can be a powerful way to show sponsors the value they receive from the partnership.

Question 3

What is 'Incremental Ticket Revenue'?

Accepted Answer

This is the extra revenue you earn from higher ticket prices due to the special guest. For example, if your normal cover is $10 but you charge $30 for the guest DJ, and you sell 200 tickets, your incremental ticket revenue is ($30 - $10) * 200 = $4,000.

Question 4

Can an ROI be negative but still be a good booking?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but be careful. A famous DJ might have a negative ROI on paper but generate huge buzz, social media engagement, and press for your venue. This is a 'loss leader.' You should only make these bookings knowingly and for specific marketing goals, not as a regular financial strategy.

Question 5

How does this help me negotiate with agents?

Accepted Answer

Knowledge is power. When an agent quotes a $10,000 fee, you can use this tool to quickly model the scenario. If it shows you'll lose money, you can go back to the agent with data and say, 'At that price, this isn't financially viable for us. My max budget based on expected draw is $7,500.' It allows you to negotiate based on facts, not feelings.

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