Being a Bouncer Has Its Perks
You’ve probably seen movies like Road House or read books on bouncing and most movies over glorify the bouncer lifestyle, but never a glimpse into the world of real bouncing. Getting a job as a bouncer is easier than you think but often doesn’t come with a guide or rulebook.
You first have to understand that while fun, there are still some things to consider when working as a bouncer or doorman. Sure you attract women, but you also attract drunks… it’s why you are at the door in the first place.
Bouncers, unless they are sworn police officers, do not have any more legal protection than the average citizen. They have the right to act as an agent of their establishment’s owner, removing patrons from the place. But their duty ends at the door.
Bouncers are sometimes given leeway by sheriff’s officers on two conditions. First, their actions must be taken in order to prevent a crime, such as assault, and second, that they don’t do more than they need to remove a patron.
Security staff can’t expect any special protection from assault charges if they overstep those boundaries.
This is often the case when it comes to removing an unruly patron from the bar or club. The injuries most often occur in the parking lot – not in the club. When you are trying to wrestle with a person and open the door with his head or bounce him onto the sidewalk – you never know what injuries you have just caused and you don’t know if that patron will want to press charges against you for assault.
I did find a book that gave a great glimpse into the life of being a bouncer and also had some fantastic tips. The Bouncer Handbook gives you the tools, guidance, and advice you need to become a strip club or nightclub bouncer. You don’t have to be juiced-up on steroids or super huge to become a bouncer. But you do have to be quick witted and confident to defuse and control volatile situations. Bouncing is a tough job, but comes with many perks.
Whether you are just not cut out for mainstream cooperate America, need a little excitement in you life, or just want to earn extra money on weekends this job is for you. In order to make a career out of bouncing you need to know where the money is, and how to make it.
You will learn how to find and land a good paying job; how to get promoted, and how to deal with any situation like a pro. The Bouncer Handbook prepares you for working in dance clubs, strip clubs and night clubs. I found in this book were some great tips that most that club owners and managers don’t tell you or don’t know to tell you.
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Ex Doorman
December 13th, 2011 at 2:49 am
There really isn’t any magic or mystery to be a good bouncer. Just keep your eyes open for trouble. Don’t drink alcohol during your shift and never put your hands on anyone unless you are defending yourself, a fellow employee or patron. You have to learn how to talk to people. Most muscle-heads don’t know how to do that when they are roid-ragin
Flair
December 13th, 2011 at 8:48 pm
Great read about being a bouncer
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Big Bouncer
December 18th, 2011 at 9:57 pm
being a bouncer is tough work especially knowing when to put your hands on someone and when you can talk them down. but not everyone goes to a bar or club by themselves – if you kick one guy out you gotta kick out his buddies too.
Doorman Bob
December 21st, 2011 at 1:02 am
Good read on being a doorman and a bouncer (there is a difference) – I like your tip about the horoscope – will definitely try that out.
Molly
January 30th, 2012 at 6:10 am
I see you keep posting about guys but cant women be bouncers too? I understand that we may have to call our buds from inside the door, but so do the men sometimes. I think being a girl has an advantage when turning someone away at the door.
Bouncer Handbook
January 30th, 2012 at 6:11 am
Thanks for posting our book. We have sold quite a few of these so it looks like the nightclub scene is starting to ramp up again. Bouncers and doormen will also be needed really soon when it comes time for spring break. And fellas, the women you’ll meet standing at the door… they all want to be your best friend so they can get in – Download our book now and get started today – The Bouncer Handbook
Stewart L
January 30th, 2012 at 9:31 am
I am trying to download the book but it keeps telling me that I have already downloaded it. Can you please help. The address I am using is Download Bouncer Handbook
SteroidBoi
January 30th, 2012 at 11:55 am
It always amazes me how stupid people are when they get drunk. I hate dealing with drunks so am guessing this isnt the right business for me to be in. But thanks for a good post about the industry
Boomer
February 2nd, 2012 at 5:24 am
I have worked many a door and just after reading through some of the book I can tell you know your stuff. I would suggest this book to anyone wanting to learn how to work a club the right way. In fact, club owners should buy this book and make their bouncers read it. Nicely done
LondonBouncer
February 5th, 2012 at 3:17 pm
As a doorman to a very exclusive club I can tell you that being able to pick people out in a crowd is one of the toughest jobs there is. Especially not knowing who the real scumbags are regardless of the thousand dollar suits they wear. You have to have a real mindset for this business or you’ll find yourself fighting through it all the time.