I love my job. It pays my bills, it's exciting and it's always something new. However, being a female in the alcohol serving industry is a lot different. I've worked in the business long enough to know how to handle its quirks and weirdness. Here are some confessions of being a female bartender:

1. My eyes are up here. Point blank

2. I laugh at your unfunny jokes to get a better tip. I know you got them from a joke app this morning.

3. I love my regulars because they'll judge weird new people with me

4. If you're rude to me, I'll take my sweet ass time :)

5. If you act provocative towards me in any way I remind you that I have a taser.

6. Don't come into work hungover...the regulars know. They're in a permanent hungover state.

7. I actually enjoy hanging out at work in the bar.

8. I've met some of the most interesting people in my line of work.

9. I have definitely gained confidence through being a female bartender.

10. I've made some great connections for my future through this job.

Throughout my years of being a female bartender, I have definitely learned a lot. I have gained knowledge of the world that I don't think I otherwise would have. This job makes you tough. It makes you witty. It keeps you on your toes at all times. I really wouldn't want to be anything else at this moment in time during my college career. I'm gaining the social aspect, connections for my future, great drink recipes, and lifelong friendships. Bartending is a lot of fun when you get the hang of it. And it can really benefit you in the long run.