So tonight, I witnessed a train wreck on stage. I have never in all my years dancing ever see someone fall so…complete. Usually there is an occasional stumble. Acceptable considering the stilts we strap onto our feet and call shoes. And sometimes there is an actual fall where you step on something as benign as a piece of ice on the floor.
But this girl…oh man.
I was sitting with a gent in between stages 2 and 3. Stage 3 happened to be in the background while I was chatting. I see this itty bitty girl with great big 8 inch heels standing on the rack, when suddenly her shoe rolls out from under her. She lands on her thigh/butt on the rail, bounces into a chair, and tumbles onto her ass on the floor. As I jumped out of my chair, hiding my smile, I could almost hear the little birdies flying in a circle above her head! She sat there on the floor stunned in wonderment. I tried to help her up but, being embarrassed, she refused. She got back on the stage, took her other shoe off and ‘danced’ the rest of the set. @_@
I went back to the table and my guy asked what had happened. “Gravity kicked her ass!”, I replied this time not hiding my smile and a chuckle.

Moral of the story?
Being sexy while drunk is impossible and gaining height via stripper shoes should be obtained by gradual progression.

Way to keep up the stereotype girlfriend!

Regarding the DJ – If you’re going to request music, it is extremely important to remember to tip accordingly. Every club is different so the appropriate amount will vary. Usually there is a ‘minimum’ tip out amount that is due the end of the shift. It’s a good idea to ask management and then a few girls how much to tip extra. This is the second most important relationship you’ll have in the club so make sure you take care of them. From time to time, you’ll need them to skip you on the rotation so you can do more dances, use the restroom, or give you more time to get ready for your shift. In these examples make sure you tip some extra.
Being on time for your stage set is a great way to keep everyone happy. You may be in the middle of conversation but wrap it up fast so you can make your obligation. As an additional benefit, it also keeps the customer hanging and usually wanting more of your attention which (if done right) will translate into your time becoming more valuable.
Never give the DJ dirty looks from stage because he’s playing something you don’t like. The customers and management can see you or even worse – the owner of the club. This behavior shows immaturity and lack of professionalism. Once you are off stage you can discuss the music choice with the DJ. But be sure not to go up to him like a bat out of hell and all pissed off. Just politely ask him not to play that type of music or song again. DJ’s are usually cool people, so if you’re having a bad day or shift and snap at them or give them attitude, be sure to apologize. You’ll do yourself good by babying this relationship.
As a general rule don’t talk about the music to the customers while on stage. They really don’t care what song is playing and if your good at what you do, they probably wont even hear the music. *wink wink* What really matters is that you remain sexy and inviting no matter what the song. The urge to discuss the poor music choice comes from needing to make some excuse or reason for validation as to why you aren’t able to ‘get in the mood’. Remaining focused on what you are doing is the only way to get through. Don’t let the music ruin a perfectly good opportunity to make money. It’s only a small part in the over all show. It only becomes a big deal if you make it out to be.

The number one thing you can do to avoid problems at your work place is to know the laws of your state and the rules of the house you work at. If you have questions, don’t put off getting the answers and if you can’t talk to a manager, write them down. You can ask the girls, but you run the risk of misinformation. Many times clubs try to impose new rules to make the club run better so its always best to get your questions answered by who ever is in charge.

Recognize that each club is a little different. Just because how you work makes sense to you doesn’t mean that it works for the house. Once you accept to work there, you are expected to abide by the same rules as everyone else.
If you forget a rule and management approaches you about it, never be confrontational. You can comply to avoid making it worse, then think over the situation and then go back to talk to the manager if you have a real issue.

Never complain to the girls! This creates drama and labels you a whiner. And besides, they really don’t care. If you find yourself doing this and notice the girls not looking at you, just simply stop talking. The dressing room is your ’safe’ place but that doesn’t mean you can dump all your emotion back there. I’m not saying you shouldn’t talk to the girls, just try to keep your bitching to a minimum. And if someone gets started, don’t jump in thinking the water is safe. You’ll be associated with the other girl and looked at as part of the problem. You may be looking for validation in your complaints or acceptance but it always backfires.

Never complain about the DJ, bouncers, or management. Anywhere or anytime other than at home. Once I worked at another club, didn’t care for the general manager, went back to my ‘home’ club and mentioned it to some other girls who had worked there in the past mistakenly thinking they shared my opinions. A few weeks later, I was confronted by the afore mentioned manager and had to admit to my big mouth. How embarrassing! The lesson? You just never know when your mouth and opinion are going to come back and bite you in the ass.

Maturity is knowing when to keep your mouth shut.

~Perelandra