The Tao Of The Velvet Rope: Myths, Truths, And Guiding Principles Of Nightclub Security

Break down of 3 nightclub scenarios

A few thoughts on a few things

Avoid behaviors that could potentially end your career

What's the best way to deal with Managers overstepping their bounds? Communication. On this week's episode we take a look at how talking it out can help solve problems.

We're back! After a long hiatus, The Tao returns. A quick episode to explain where we've been and where we are going.

This week we have a great interview with Tony O'Brien, a security professional and the author of "The Nightclub Security Manual - Your Guide To Writing Nightclub Security Procedures"

A few ruminations on the use of violence to solve problems in a bar and nightclub setting.

How to set yourself up for success on your first College Night!

Working with a team to handle ejections.

A primer on background checking potential employers and businesses.

Tips on how to improve the Manager/Team member dynamic.

How to integrate new employees into your team.

This week’s guest has managed to capture the reality that is working Security in a Nightlife venue. From the arguments to the drunks, his videos encapsulate what Bar Security deals with on a regular basis…and what the regular world has no idea about. You can find his work on YouTube (Door Guy) and on Instagram (@door_guy_)

A discussion about the "Right to Refuse Service" and what that actually means.

This week on Tao of The Velvet Rope, we interview artist and ex-bouncer Chuck Collins. We talk about his work in bars and how it inspired him to create “BOUNCE!”; a comic about a NYC bouncer, his friends, and their adventures. Where you can find Chuck Collins online: Instagram: bounce_comic Twitter: bounce_comic Facebook: @BOUNCEstrip Webpage: bouncethecomic.com Web Purchases: gumroad.com/thebouncer

A discussion on the ramifications of "going hands on" and using "Reasonable Force".

How to deal with Violent Incidents before, during, and after they occur. Here is the link to the video discussed during this episode.

How to deal with gangs and gang members in your establishment.

We interview Zachary Rugen of Nightclub Security Services about his new training courses and the impact of Active Shooters on the Nightlife Industry. For more information: www.nightclubsecurityservice.com

Tips and tactics to end discussions with intoxicated individuals.