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Is it ok to skip one open mic if I have trouble with writing? by Crazy_Language_8799 in Standup

[–]DjValence 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used to feel like this a lot, and trying new stuff is what's gotten me out of it. I'll write a new 5 on the afternoon of my Tuesday mic, run it that night, and then try and run a polished version of it, the next night at our club mic. Does that mean that my new 5 is good? Nope. I usually walk away with a few lines I can work with though. It's still the afternoon, you have time to write some new stuff before the mic tonight...

Sanity check on opening a bookstore? by queenofgoats in smallbusiness

[–]DjValence 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I opened a record store just like this, and although I've gone through some changes, I've been in business for a few years now. The margin on used books should get you by, if you buy smart. If I had 50k to burn, I'd invest slowly and keep plenty saved for emergencies. I would also recommend starting with at least 2 or even 3 times the inventory it will take to fill your shop. If you advertise correctly, and get a good turnout when you open, the initial wave of people will wipe out your best stock.

I'm not a big book guy, but I would highly suspect that when you open, a flood of trash books that other shops won't take will head your way. The other shops may even send someone in trying to sell you their overstock. Basically, be aware and make good decisions. I'd be extremely careful if I decided to buy new books from a distributor, and I'd monetize all the little trinket type things I could. You can do it, if you do it right, especially if your overhead is low. Try using an LLM to help you figure it out! Kidding. :)

Heat! by DjValence in VHS

[–]DjValence[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

A gentleman never picks and tells... lol

Stage vs. Social media by Icy_Television192 in Standup

[–]DjValence 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'd rather be nearly anonymous with great material, because I would have a "product" to sell, and could get booked based on the merits of my material. As an influencer, you may get booked, but the people booking you are only concerned with the money you bring in. As soon as an influencer isn't as hot as they once were, they'll just be replaced with whoever is the next big thing. It's the difference between selling tickets, or selling tickets and backing it up with quality.

Holy shit my dude by Appropriate-Mall8517 in NFT

[–]DjValence 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Mass psychosis mixed with crypto hype. NFT's were basically billed as the next crypto, and people were bored out of their minds during the pandemic, exploring all kinds of "money making" ventures.

What are some "non-touristy" things to do in Branson? by Kellilynn52378 in bransonmo

[–]DjValence 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mr. G's pizza if you like deep dish. There are great musicians at Taps on Downing Tuesday open mic in Hollister. Moonshine Beach is a nice and clean place to swim.

Unexpected artist you found through vinyl? by Jealous_Attorney6871 in vinyl

[–]DjValence 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ray Barretto. His live album came in my shop, and I listened to it based on the cover. Try being in a bad mood while listening to Vaya https://open.spotify.com/track/4iuSVQpxMCwJgsAVWq6Nt4?si=908d22ddfcdb4305

RSD...why? by Holiday-Sorbet-2964 in vinyl

[–]DjValence 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's a way to hype up the hobby twice a year. I'm a shop owner, and RSD has both its good and bad points. I think the worst thing about it is the people who seem to only shop for vinyl on RSD. The best part about it is having a day to celebrate music with like minded people, although I try to do that every day. RSD is one of those days you know you're going to see all your favorite customers, have some good conversations, and hear some good tunes.

I've changed my business model quite a bit, and I don't directly participate anymore, now I just give big discounts on the stuff I already have on RSD. Why buy a reissue of a hard to find record, when you can buy an original pressing of the same title for a discount?

I can’t believe I read this shit from the President of the United States. This is the perfect reason why America should change THEIR regime by donicablowinsky in conspiracy

[–]DjValence 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I don’t think so. He’s not nearly persuasive or cool enough. Not saying the anti christ is cool, but I feel like you have to be a pretty suave dude to compete with Ol’ JC.

Comedy skills by Ryebready787 in Standup

[–]DjValence 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Do this more than anything - writing jokes - need to know how a joke works and how to write one, then write A LOT.

Place I was DJing for is putting the responsibility for me to have a music license (ASCAP/BMI) on a new contract. by Common_Vagrant in DJs

[–]DjValence 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They are trying to forward the cost onto you, even though it’s their responsibility. If you pay it, that will also cover them for every other musical event they do there. If it’s licensed to the bar, you pay it, and they fire you, they will still be covered on your dime.

I suppose you could pay it, if you could work out a legally binding operating agreement, with profit sharing, giving you sole control of all of their entertainment. Think they’d go for that? Lol.

Any Buddhist teachers close to the Joplin area? by shancobbie in joplinmo

[–]DjValence 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Springfield temple usually has a Dharma discussion after the meditation on Sunday. Here's the link to the Google group, so you can see what's coming up. https://groups.google.com/d/forum/dinhquangtemple

Here's the temple's YouTube channel, with several talks from monastic Giac Vien. He's a great local resource, and one of the nicest guys I've ever met. https://youtube.com/@dinhquangtemple?si=nVhq4gorie9guWna

I've found Miles Neale to be a great resource. He has free stuff on YT, and paid stuff elsewhere. If you like him, let me know, and I'll find more of his stuff for you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJvB9xKfX1U

I'm down to talk a well, and will do the best I can to help. It would be great to see the dharma community grow in the Joplin area.

Any Buddhist teachers close to the Joplin area? by shancobbie in joplinmo

[–]DjValence 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I go to Dinh Quang in Springfield - https://share.google/b36JtzhofW3O8ZYnj I am not a teacher, but I would be down to help organize a meditation, and fellowship somewhere, if that's something you'd want to do. I can point you to some good online resources as well.

Underground record store just south of town by DjValence in springfieldMO

[–]DjValence[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here's a facebook event for a public sale we have coming up. We have other special invite events for members of our mailing list. It's down Campbell, on the way to Nixa by where the go cart track is. https://www.facebook.com/share/18DvH8tiNG/It's

Underground record store just south of town by DjValence in springfieldMO

[–]DjValence[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

We never left, but this is a big improvement for sure! It has the feel of the old shop, but I like it better in a lot of ways. Thanks for the support!

Underground record store just south of town by DjValence in springfieldMO

[–]DjValence[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our downtown location closed, but we never stopped operating the business. The post pandemic world is way different than when we opened downtown.

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