Re: How do you organize your time between clients for maximum value?
YOUR time is a limited resource. It is an asset to managed and you are right to be thinking about it like this.
I hear your frustration about the 'feast or famine' aspect of the biz... and to cap it off, those 4 days you're working 20 hour days, there are 4 more events that really wanted you.
If you decide to grow your business, you'll need more capital equipment that needs to be used frequently to pay off. You'll need a worker or 2 that have your attention to detail, manner of working with clients, and in general work for you in a manner that benefits your company. You will need to work them as much as possible, or they'll find another gig or <gasp> a job.
You will transition from engineer and mixerperson to salesman and supervisor. This is a big step and a fair number of folks can't make the transfer.
There is a lot to be said for staying small...
Have fun, good luck.
Tim Mc