Top Ten Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Stripping
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1. It is okay to take pole classes before you start dancing; I've heard so many people say that they are "not worth it" and that you should just show up and let people pay you to figure it out on stage. You DO NOT want to look messy/fall on stage. You want to be comfortable with your skills before you go and perform them in front of paying customers, especially if you've never had any prior pole experience.
2. It is okay to say no to money; if you feel uncomfortable or are put off by someone for any reason, it is TOTALLY OKAY to refuse their tips or deny them a dance. Just because you are working does not mean you need to compromise your comfort or safety.
3. Be aware of your surroundings; the WORST thing you could do to another coworker is to step on their toes, and I'm not talking about the fact that we're all wearing 6+ inch heels. If another girl is with a customer that you want to talk to, let her do her thing and approach him later on when he is alone. Poaching almost always results in an unfriendly locker room confrontation.
4. Practice in the mirror at home; this helps so much with getting comfortable with new skills and learning how your body moves without the pressure of people watching you.
5. Always tell someone that you trust when and when you are working; safety is so important and even though most clubs have great security and are always making sure their dancers are okay, you can never be too safe.
6. The higher the heel, the easier they are to dance in; and make sure they are shoes specifically meant for exotic dancing! Trust me you do not want to spend your first shift in a pair of regular heels, your feet will thank you later.
7. Always always ALWAYS point your toes when you are on stage
8. Pole grip is your best friend, lotion is your enemy; make sure you don't put ANY on the day/night that you are working or your coworkers will hate you.
9. Be aware of how much you are drinking; customers will be very eager to buy you drinks but be aware of how many you have and remember that you still have to get back up and dance at some point. Most clubs will not tolerate their dancers being sloppy.
10. Have fun!! At the end of the day, this is a job, but it is so much more fun when you make the best of it and have a good mindset to help get you through the night. Keep a positive attitude and go get that bag girl!
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1. No glitter, ever. Period
2. No or very light perfume.
3. Hygiene is crucial. You'll lose lots of customer if your crotch (or underarms or breath) smells.
4. Eye contact and smiles are great sales strategies.
5. Learn to flirt and learn the art of subtle (or not so subtle) physical contact while chatting.
6. Don't sit forever with a customer who shows no interest in buying a dance, etc. Be polite but excuse yourself to find better opportunities for income.