Starting again at the bottom...
I've been dancing for a few years, took a long break, and just started again at a new club in a new state. At my last club, I had seniority and could pretty much show up when I felt like and leave when I felt like it (with some limitations of course). I had some lovely regulars and was often top earner before I left.
Now, I'm back down to about a mid-range earner, trying to figure out the hustle of the new club, can't leave early, and must be present for every shift (ew, like a real job). I like the club a lot more than my old one, but it's frustrating feeling like I'm starting all over again.
Also, I sometimes forget the rules at this club which just makes me feel silly. At my last club, we could collect tips if we were topless but here, you half to be at the back half of the stage. It's hard to break a habit you were doing for years. The other night, I almost forgot and started to collect a tip with my top off, then I remembered and scurried back to the mirror. The manager saw me and shook his finger, so I smiled and waved. He smiled back and walked off so it wasn't a big deal, but I still felt unprofessional and ditsy.
Have other people had the same frustrated feeling when starting at a different club? How long did it take you to adjust? Any stories about getting used to the new club?
Re: Starting again at the bottom...
this is why i keep putting off austin, i'm way too comfortable here.
Re: Starting again at the bottom...
It's hard to start over. I had it easy at my club then but needed a break from the drama. I hated being the new girl but I stuck it out, I did end up going back to my home club and found that I still get treated like I used to. They're awesome with me.
I do travel some and it is weird having to remember new rules. I always tell the manager what the difference is between my club and theirs (ie: guys can touch you during LD's or not) and that if I mess up please let me know, that it's not intentional, it's just what I'm used to.