[header] How to predict the amount of money you will make as a stripper or exotic dancer [title] Understand where the money comes from. [step] The two main sources of money you'll earn will come from (1) stage dances and (2) lap dances. The term lap dance, table dance, private dance, and personal dance can all be used interchangeably. 
[title] Begin by collecting your tips from stage dances. [step] Your first source of income will be from stage dances.