Expressway Music and Events - David Swirsky

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Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in event services but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with David Swirsky, Founder of Expressway Music and Events, located in New York, NY, USA.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

Expressway Music NYC DJs provide entertainment for Parties and events, including Corporate Events, Weddings, B Mitzvahs, and much more. We offer Experienced DJs, Karaoke DJs, Live Musicians, Photo booths, Photography, all types of rentals, and more.

Tell us about yourself

I grew up in a house where there was a LOT of singing and dancing. I dj'd my parent's many parties growing up and basically haven't stopped. A few years after graduating from Syracuse University, I began Expressway Music in the summer of 1992. I am motivated by being able to make a nice living sharing music and making people very happy.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

Being able to maintain a full-time music business in New York City for over 30 years and cultivating lifelong friendships with employees, subcontractors, and clients over that time.

What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?

Finding and keeping top talent who are reliable and sincere. Also, as an owner, you must know how each part of the business works so that if something goes wrong, you can fix it, making the hours long and ever-changeable.

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

  1. Start out with very, very low daily and monthly expenses (low overhead).
  2. Save money consistently.
  3. Answer the phone/email right away.

Where can people find you and your business?

Website: https://expresswaymusic.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExpresswayMusic/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expresswaymusicnyc/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidswirsky/

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