I am a dancer and recently did an event. The client was difficult to get an answer from whilst going through the booking process, and changing her mind a lot.
I did the event yesterday and before I left I thanked her and thought she may give me the cash but she didn’t.
I‘m genuinely worried I won’t get payment.
What should I do if I get ignored?
I do not have a written contract for belly dance performances but I’m coming to understand I need one.
I recently did an event and the client hasn’t yet paid me. I thought they may give me cash at the venue. They’ve been difficult to get a response from whilst doing the booking in general, so I’m worried I might not even get the payment.
I‘ve also had things like waiting for long times between sets , late starts etc.
Do any of you use contracts for shows, if so what do you include on there? I think I need to be much clearer and stronger on these things
I hope this forum is ok to post this question on.
I’ve been dating my boyfriend for around 6 months now. I really love him. He has 2 kids from a previous relationship, one is 9 years and one is 10 years old. I’ve never met them but heard wonderful things about them.
Recently my boyfriend told me that his ex wife asked him to come on a trip away with her and the kids for the kids sake. I feel uncomfortable about this, because I know she wasn't very happy when she found out he is in a new relationship with me, he was the one who broke up with her and I’m not sure if she still has feelings for him.
Is this something that happens often in co parenting situations?
I’m not sure how much I should be aiming for. I’m practising both my routine and improvisation skills
i know golden era belly dancers have a specific type of costume. Do dancers from the 70s/80s also? I have seen long costumes being worn, kind of like Baladi style for this time. I know Baladi and Saidi have their own styles.
any more information on costume styling would be appreciated
Ugghh, so out of the guys I’ve dated, a fair few have done this. I’ve recently started dating one new guy who I like. I slept over at his. He got me off the first few times. We did the deed just now, he knows I can’t climax from penetration, and he fell asleep straight afterwards leaving me unfulfilled. He’s sleeping as I type this.
Should I expect a guy to get me off or am I asking too much?
There’s a song I want to cut, it’s about 5 mins long. I‘ve tried looking for shorter version. I’d ideally like it to be 3.5 mins long. Is there any tool I can use to shorten, say cut out a chorus?
I have been dancing for a few years now and I am thinking of taking the leap to teaching. I tried it a few years ago and didn’t enjoy it too much. I feel I sounded quite nervous and didn’t explain things in the best way and I’m not sure that it was enjoyed. I’m now looking to expand myself as a dancer and share my knowledge whilst helping others get more active. I feel more confident in my dance and in general these days.
There is a dance studio with mirrors in city that is available for rent.
Any advice on teaching - all aspects welcome. How can I teach in a clear way, that people will enjoy and make them want to return , how can I advertise classes for maximum reach? Thank you
My mother recently went to the dentist to get a filling. She was asked whether she would like a white or amalgam filling. She explained to the dentist that based on her knowledge white fillings aren’t as strong as amalgam fillings. My mother is an older woman whose knowledge of fillings was from years ago. After she explained this, the dentist told her that amalgam fillings are safe. She did nothing to explain that white composite fillings are much stronger than before, don’t contain mercury and more aesthetically pleasing. So the dentist went ahead and did the amalgam filling.
I work in the dental industry, and when I heard this it irked me. I have a feeling that the dentist wanted to do the quickest job, and I’m aware that amalgam fillings take less time. I believe the dentist didn’t take the time to explain to my mother the benefits of white fillings, just did the amalgam to do a quicker and easier job.
I suppose my question is, is this worth complaining about ? I know amalgams aren’t dangerous, but I wish the dentist had explained the benefits of white fillings and assured my mother that they are strong these days
I’ve been dancing for several years now. I recently had a year off, I’m back doing it and more keen than ever.
I’ve recently done several paid parties. I’ve also recently gone to a belly dance festival recently, and go to workshops, including working with the live drummer which I’m trying to improve. I’ve been complimented by a master teacher who said my dancing is good which has helped me to believe in myself more.
There is one class in my local area which I have tried, although the teacher is good I prefer a different style, so I tend to do courses online to my preference and I have learnt a lot from these. I am starting to expand more, learning Saidi etc.
I‘m considering starting my own classes in my local area.
There are 2 competitions coming up which I am planning to do.
I also know some Egyptian Arabic, I go to Egypt when I can, I love the culture.
How does my plan sound in terms of development as a dancer? or any other tips are much appreciated, I‘d love to develop my skill, reach, everything.
I enjoy working at my practice , apart from there is one dentist who I dread working with. To the point I am considering leaving the practice and looking elsewhere.
He has highly fluctuating moods, some days he is in a good mood, others he’s in a terrible mood. He purposely speaks quick to see how much of his notes I remember to write. He can be impatient, and asks me to do multiple tasks at one time. He’s very blunt and can be critical. I feel uncomfortable just being inside his surgery room. Whenever I am timetabled to be with him, I dread it.
I don’t work with him everyday luckily. I’m just not sure whether to stick with this surgery as I like it otherwise, or think about going elsewhere.
I’m European, I’ve travelled to Egypt several times and I’m quite knowledgable of the culture. I really love it there and it feels like home to me. I’ve dated an Egyptian man before and had no problems related to culture, he was kind and hard working but we split up for other reasons.
I recently travelled to Egypt and met a man there. He’s not in the tourist industry. I really enjoyed his company and we’ve been chatting ever since. I like him as I find him kind, attentive, a good listener and cute. I feel very comfortable with him. We’re planning for me to return to visit him and I feel excited. He’s respectful and I see no red flags.
I have kept this on the low down from people I know, as I always seem to get judgemen. They think I’m crazy, being used or both. I don’t feel I am any of these. Should I ignore judgement?
Since I was a teenager, I have felt a particular connection to this country. I have visited several times and always loved it. It is not a country that everyone loves, but I love the culture.
I am now on vacation visiting it again and feel very lucky. I feel like it’s home, and when travelling here I felt like I'm going back to my home country somehow. I’m so sad to leave.
Is it normal to feel this tie to a place?
I’m kinda nervous! I know which song I’m going to dance to but I don’t know ex how the band will play it so I guess it’s semi improvisation too! I’m worried I’ll miss accents etc
Does anyone have any tips? thank you!
This is just a random thought. At my surgery there is one dentist who’s the boss, he manages the place. He’s very confident, can be moody though. He‘s a little arrogant.
He is highly qualified and experience. He’s making way much more money than me.
Sometimes I feel like, how can I be in the same room as him, me who’s this little worker and him who’s so intelligent and educated.
Does anyone know what I mean? I know I shouldn’t put myself down but I can’t help it sometimes
I’m a little irritated to be honest. I am doing a L3 apprenticeship, and I’ve only had a a few hours study time at work. The rest of the time it’s too busy to accommodate it. They are aware they should be letting me have the time, even 1/2 a day would help.
How can I get them to give me the time?
The whole team is a delight to work for except 1 doctor. I always dread it when I know I have to work with him. He’s very strict, critical which makes me make more mistakes, I barely get time for even a sip of water the whole day whilst working with him, never mind a bathroom visit.
It’s making me consider looking for another job.
How can I get through the days easier when working with him? Any tips on dealing with a difficult doctor would be appreciated
If so , what was your experience like? are there any other festivals or events in Egypt you would recommend?
hi everyone ! I‘ve seen different belly dance festivals that are happening in Cairo this summer. Just wondered if anyone has been to any events like this in Egypt. I am really thinking to take some time off work to attend.
Any one been to such events , is it worth it? thanks !
I’ve been on the dating apps for a while. I’m 25, searching for the guy I want to spend my life with. It’s so hard and I’ve come across a lot of unpleasant characters.
I recently matched with a guy, we got chatting and went on a first date, which was good. He asked me out on a second date the following week which we’ve just been on. It was a cinema date and we got a drink after. I overall had a very nice time with him.
I do drive , but we met in the city centre and I have newly passed my driving test so I get abit nervous at times. So I took the bus to the city centre and met him there.
At the end of the date, he offered to walk me back to the bus stop. He had driven, and told me ‘I would offer you a ride but I would have to drive in the opposite direction to where I live’. It can’t take more than 20 minutes between where we live, realistically it‘s 10-15 minutes. At this time it was 11pm, but he said he sleeps anywhere up until 12, and doesn’t mind staying out later.
I’ve taken the bus a lot in my life, I don’t mind taking it at all and I’m not looking for a free ride. It just feels good knowing a man wants to protect you , wants to make you get home safe. I just felt abit disappointed, I wanted to feel that protection from him I guess.
I genuinely like the guy though, so I don’t know if I’m just being harsh. We had two good dates and I enjoy his company. I find him a good conversationalist and intelligent.
Am I being too harsh and picky here?