4. DON'T MAKE A FOOL OF YOURSELF INSIDE
So you've made it through the door and found your way to the bar to start on your first round of Goldschlager shots. There are a few more things to consider before you obliterate yourself with alcohol. If you like the club and want to return regularly, keep these tidbits in mind:
- Make yourself at home. This is important particularly if you have ventured out on your own for the evening. It is a good idea to go first to the bar and arm yourself with a beverage. Then hang out for a few minutes at the bar - it should serve as a prime vantage point from which you can get the lay of the land and chat up fellow partiers. Familiarize yourself with the venue and scope out people who look interesting to you. This way you can move in on a table or spot on the dance floor without wandering around looking lost. Speaking of the dance floor, there is no surer way to lose your inhibitions and meld with the crowd than by shaking some ass. If you are into the music, you will feel the love in no time.
- Develop a rapport with the staff. These people are sober and working hard while you and your obnoxious friends are partying. Learn their names, be polite and patient when ordering drinks, tip well, and apologize and conclude your table dance when you are ordered to do so. These simple courtesies will result in faster admission, better service and sometimes even free drinks or special favors. Regular loyal customers are always valued by the employees at any establishment.
And now you're on your own. Keep in mind that while clubbing is usually a lot of fun, there are a lot of creeps out there too, so be careful and always bring your mace along with you.
