Well I guess I'll start by introducing myself. My name is Karma and, as of yesterday, I am an exotic dancer. I'm a college student (graduating May 2012) in the U.S. I went into the club on Sunday because a friend from work just got a job as an dancer, and she wanted me to tag along for moral support. Well, next thing you know a couple hours and a few drinks later I'm up on that stage auditioning and just like that I have a new job. I never considered being an exotic dancer...I had never even been inside a strip club. But when I was offered, I thought "What the hell? I'm graduating in a year and I have no plan and no savings."
Last night was my first night on the job. It was Memorial Day so it was pretty slow at first, but business eventually picked up slightly. The only problem was that almost nobody was spending money. There was a group of 4 or 5 guys who got their two drink minimum and spend not a penny more...they didn't even tip any of the girls! And let me tell you, some of these girls are fucking good. I felt a little discouraged because I wasn't making very much money and I wasn't getting any lap dances. FYI a lap dance in the main room is $10 and in the VIP room (where some touching is allowed) it's $20 + $5 admission. My girlfriend who started the night before I did was making bank...she's young and cute and talkative. I can be young and cute and talkative..but, believe it or not, this dancer is actually pretty shy. My girl made $300+ last night, whereas I made <20. It did make me feel a little better that the other girls didn't make much either. Oooohhh, and they were pissed. My friend and I decided she should absolutely not broadcast how much she was making, and I decided to be more outgoing. One guy was asking about a lap dance in the VIP room and seriously acted like he was interested, then totally flaked out. He also tried to get my phone number, my real name, and where I live. Jerk.
I have some pretty sick bruises on my inner thighs. I was told that was just the beginning and that it sucks in the summer because "you look like a fucking gang banger or something & that you just got your ass kicked." Great. Looks like I'll be wearing lots of dresses this summer!
Tonight will be my second night. I really hope at least one of the girls I've met so far is there tonight, because my friend won't be. I am typically a pretty confident girl, but when I see all these girls with their flawless bodies and outrageous pole tricks, it makes me a little weary. Unfortunately I can't drink much tonight either because I have to be up at 8:30am tomorrow to volunteer.
Money made after tip out: $11
