i was a former exotic dancer for 4 years. i want 2 move in another field. how can i explain this on a resume.? should i not list it , if so how do i explain the 4 year job gap.
2007-08-13 05:57:32 · 14 answers · asked by lwdreamcatcher84 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
I would definitely leave that part out. If you were going to school throughout that time you can say that i was a full time student. If you weren't in school then see if someone you know owns a company any kind and ask them if it's ok you put their company's name on your resume. They can also help you out with description of what you would have been working there as. And of course put that person as your reference and your best friend the other as if she was your co-worker. Most of the jobs you go you are going to have to learn everything from the beginning so it really doesn't matter of your skills as long as you have the basics and common sense. Personally i would start applying with small companies as they won't do a background check ,so you can start building a professional resume then move to the big companies. Good luck in your career.
2007-08-13 06:14:21 · answer #1 · answered by Leila24 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends what kind of job you are going for. If it's in dance or some kind of entertainment field, then maybe it's relevant. But for the most part, being an exotic dancer doesn't prepare you for office work, and really is an indicator that you would not be prepared for office work. It's a different kind of job with a different kind of schedule.
Don't get me wrong, I have a very good friend who told me she had been a stripper, and I've dated a girl who was once a stripper, and I can see past that stuff. However, that's because I know them well and know who they are.
In general, the strippers who have their heads on their shoulders, stay away from drugs, etc., are the minority. I've been to strip clubs many times, and most of the girls dancing are on drugs (pot and cocaine mostly). Most of them are single with at least one kid, and/or are in unsatisfying, destructive relationships. Most of them that stay in the business for a long period of time end up doing more than dancing (they all do lap dances, which winds up being "heavy petting" in the back room for $20 a song.
So that's the image exotic dancer conveys to anyone who has set foot in a strip joint. It's not that we don't like that sort of thing -- we guys do. However, it does not convey an image of a well-adjusted, hard-working, educated person.
Leave it off, and don't put your dates of employment on the resume. Just put good summaries of what you did and what you learned and how it applies to the job you are seeking. Worry about the dates later.
2007-08-13 07:09:05 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Leave it off.
Resumes should be tailored to the job you're applying for. You don't just throw stuff on a page to fill it up. I doubt "exotic dancer" brings a lot of skills to the table (no pun or rudeness intended) that other employers would be interested in.
Good luck.
2007-08-13 07:01:43 · answer #3 · answered by Jeramoo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are a ton of ways to explain the job. Just ask the person who answers the phone there to be kind and go along with things. As long as you left there on a good note this should not be an issue. When putting down what you did, you could say private dance instructor. If the person who employed you would go along with things then that would be great, but make sure they will go ahead and do that for you. To all the people who have been mean on the answers, this person has worked and not had the hand out asking for money for just breathing.
2007-08-13 06:07:38 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
be careful: we have perverted people out there, they MAY hire you for the Wrong reason, or they could deny you for the fact that exotic dancers do get a bad name...best thing is leave it off , if they ask during interview and you feel comfortable then tell , go with your gut at that time...
4 year gap- babysitting ...online courses .. find a friend who will vouch for ya - give the cell # and home address or whatever -either you were babysitting or working at their bussiness as a secretary or something ...gaps aren't hard - just remember to write it down...If you are truly worried (and you have good reason) about your past then think of something and be prepared , go with your gut
2007-08-13 06:20:26 · answer #5 · answered by sassad2cute 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately, it may not be the best thing to have on a resume - thank the moralistic influence that various religions have had on our culture.
It may be a good idea to call it "self employment" or another euphemism and explain it in person -- make sure you have a well thought out explanation prior to any questions.
Alternatively, you may wish to use a 1 page resume where you highlight your skills and experience without giving a detailed description for all previous employers.
2007-08-13 06:08:26 · answer #6 · answered by Pirate AM™ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
leave it off your resume, then when they ask u about it tell them that it was a job that paid the bills that u had to do what u had to do, but now you want to expand your life and not looked down on anymore. try to make it short and sweet, empiseies that you are smart,quick,can learn, if u want explain why u didnot put it on ur resume, becouse sociey looks bad at that kind of profession. im not trying to be mean or a perve but there is more to dancers than what it appears to be. you have to be able to move and be sexy at the same time. you have to keep up with your appearace. you have to be strong and cunning in order to keep the other people off of you.
good luck
2007-08-13 08:01:14 · answer #7 · answered by John G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sadly, in our world people are judged by to no end.
you would be poorly judged, and it could cost you your job. This is why many dancers stay dancers, so i think its great that your movin on to bigger and better!!
i would say that i took time off, or worked from home as a nanny or something of the sort. Maybe you owned your own bussiness or something. make something up, people do it ALL the time on resumes.
Whoever lies the best, wins!!
2007-08-13 06:06:24 · answer #8 · answered by Cara 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Entertainment staff hired by J. Doe.
Food and Beverage Sales assistant.
Cash Handler.
Nothing looks worse than a 4 year gap. Also when they contact your employer they can just say (And you would discuss this with them) "Yes, She worked for me in the capacity of customer and business relations.)
2007-08-13 06:15:29 · answer #9 · answered by alwaysmoose 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tell them you were a coctail waitress and a dancer. Most people can figure out what that really means. The best thing I can tell you is to be honest but not focus on that part of your job history... kinda gloss over it and emphasize how you want to improve yourself and blah blah blah
2007-08-13 06:23:45 · answer #10 · answered by Valerie H 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋