My husband and I are trying to get some things paid off so we can live better. We have visited strip clubs together and he suggested that I do that for awhile and we could get our things paid off in no time. We have three kids and I have a decent job, so I would only want to do it a few days per week. If there are any strippers out there that can tell me what it's really like behind the scenes and what the criteria is to get a job at a strip club, I'd appreciate it.
2006-08-14 05:11:17 · 18 answers · asked by carrie love 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
It's a good way to get some cash. But I'll tell you, the clubs that appear to be "high-end" are the ones best avoided. The clubs that are kind of small and simple are better, and here's why. The "high-end" clubs will charge a house fee like no other. When I worked at an upscale club the house fee was 10, then the house mom got 7, the bouncers got 10 each, the DJ got 10, the bartender got 5, the parking lot guy got 3, and the makeup girl got 10.
The small clubs will usually charge you 10 or 15 dollars and then the rest is yours. Lap dances are where the real money is. If you are strong and can handle the BS that may come with the job, then you'll do good. The money is awesome, and it's the biggest part I miss about being a stripper, lol. Plus I love dancing. Blessed be.
2006-08-14 05:18:08 · answer #1 · answered by Maria Isabel 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
On the Upside:
If I had an awesome body I would do it for a while, to achieve goals such as yours.
I have worked in a strip club before, not as a stripper, but as an scantly-clad waitress. This lifestyle isn't for everyone, but it is a way to make some quick cash.
The Downside:
But be careful who you tell. And make sure that the place that you decide to work at is far enough away from home, that people from your present job, friends or any relatives don't pay you an unexpected visit. Also, you must have a stable & secure marriage. This could tear it apart, if your hysband becomes insecure. He may be looking at the money aspect now, but that could change. And don't tell your kids anything.
Alot of female strippers are bi-sexual & some are lesbians. Some of them are territorial as well, and will pick fights with you. Some of these woman can be dangerous. Not all, but some.
You will also recieve unwanted solicitations for s-e-x as well. In addition, you must be able to handle men constanly touching you & being nude. Men from all walks of life, young, old, rich, poor, players, gangters & pimps trying to recruit you.
If you can get past all this, and prepare yourself for this certain-mind-set, you may do well, then again you may find you can't handle the lifestyle. It's not an easy one
Good luck on whatever you decide.
2006-08-14 05:23:16 · answer #2 · answered by prophetessqueen 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not if you're married already DUMMY! Unless you want to be divorced soon after.
"No husbands or boyfriends at the club!" With good reason!
It is posted in every tit-bar dressing room (of any reputable club) from Dallas to Montana and from NYC to California!
You shouldn't do it... It is addictive and not the lifestyle for a married couple to have to endure. You choose your drama in life, why would you ever want to do this to yourselves just for money?
Watch that Demi Moore movie first Indecent Proposal. You'll learn alot!
Unless you are BOTH equally hedonistic voyeurs and actually get off on that kind of thing and CAN get off on that kind of thing long term... Most human brains can't take the jealousy!
Strip bars now a day's are full of hustlers and the owners often REQUIRE it of you to sell, sell, sell. There is the temptation to get into porn and other fields of the sex industry. You may say "Never, not me" right now, but trust me, the human brain adjusts to its surroundings and the longer you stay the more you will want to and the worse and deeper into it you'll get.
If your morals run along those lines anyway... You already are susceptible.
Consider this your future you... coming back through time and warning you!
I am alot older than you are and I have most definitely BEEN THERE DONE THAT!
2006-08-14 05:19:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
visit Tyra's website ... she was an "undercover" stripper and there's a lot of good info on there. quite honestly, there is a way you can respect yourself a lot more and make money.
apply with a temp agency, where you can get a lot of jobs for a short period of time.
OR - sell stuff. you don't have to advertise your body to make money. i'm sure you have books, magazines, furniture, etc. you can take things to a resale shop (clothing) ... explore more options than stripping.
obviously you and your hubby have no problem with visiting these places, but i'm pretty sure when it's YOU up there stripping, it will hit a lot closer to home.
just think of your daughter doing it and it might change your view of strippers and being one yourself ...
good luck though ...
2006-08-14 05:24:59 · answer #4 · answered by Natalie M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I want to tell you if you really want to do this it will be tough.
It will be emotional to your family and stressful to your marriage and as far as quick cash is concered it really depends on the club, sometimes newbie don't always get the good shifts and the bitchyness behind the scence is well bitchy.
You may have to start out as a cocktail waitress first before they put you on stage, that is if you have no experiance with this.
I really hope you think twice about this, its not all glitz and glamour. And you really do have to work hard.
2006-08-14 05:21:12 · answer #5 · answered by nacacia 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just don't do it locally, what if one of your husbands friends come in or someone you know, you'd have a hard time explaining that one
My cousin was a stripper for a long time, far as I know there is no criteria, just go in and show them what you can do
2006-08-14 05:17:07 · answer #6 · answered by Purpslinger 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you can get the gig and hubby's secure enough that it won't cause problems between you, go for it. It's danged good money. Just make sure no off-the-books "extra"s are required of you and don't let yourself get caught up in any of the addictions/drama you might encounter backstage. Good luck!
2006-08-14 05:20:36 · answer #7 · answered by Mel 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Y not take up a second job? What would you say to your kids if they found out? Also why can't your husband do his share too and get a second job...?Stripping is very degradding...in my opinion....and the though of some one you love sudgesting it to you kind of raises a few questions....
2006-08-14 05:18:58 · answer #8 · answered by Lana 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Totally your call, but watch out, the lifestyle is full of low lifes. I would rather work an extra job than have my wife strip. Seems like selling out to me.
2006-08-14 05:17:03 · answer #9 · answered by aplusjimages 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think if you can live with yourself and carry your head high with pride, then you do what you have to. But remember that your kids may find out one day,. only you can decide what works for you.
In my opinion paying off material thing verses, ones dignity?
2006-08-14 05:29:00 · answer #10 · answered by RAINBOW 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋