<h1>Improving Your Search Ranking</h1><p>When a client searches for a DJ in your city, the order of the results is determined by the DJfindr Discovery Algorithm. To get more bookings, you need to rank higher.</p><h2>Top Ranking Factors</h2><ol><li><strong>Profile Completeness:</strong> Ensure every field on your profile is filled out, including a high-quality cover photo, detailed bio, and at least one uploaded audio mix.</li><li><strong>Response Time:</strong> DJs who respond to booking requests within 1 hour rank significantly higher than those who take 24 hours.</li><li><strong>Booking Conversion Rate:</strong> If a high percentage of clients who request you actually end up booking you, the algorithm favors your profile.</li><li><strong>Verified Identity:</strong> Completing Identity Verification (Pro/Platinum) provides a strong algorithmic boost.</li><li><strong>Recent Activity:</strong> Logging in frequently, updating your calendar, and posting to the Discover feed signals that you are active and available.</li></ol>