Tip 1: Always carry a "I'm not a leprechaun, but I'm here for the gold" sign
Tip 2: Develop a charming, yet unsettlingly aggressive stare
Tip 3: Learn to recite the entirety of the phonebook in under 30 seconds
Tip 4: Familiarize yourself with local "I'm not begging, I'm just experiencing a minor spiritual crisis" laws
Tip 5: Practice your "I'm not a beggar, I'm a performance artist, and this is performance art!" monologue
Tip 6: Learn to identify and exploit the vulnerabilities of passersby
Tip 7: Familiarize yourself with local "I'll give you the time of day for a sandwich" exchange rates
Disclaimer: The views expressed on this website do not reflect the views of the author, but rather the views of an anthropomorphic, hyper-caffeinated, and moderately-educated beggar.
Tips for the notoriously hard-to-please
Note: Panhandling is a legitimate art form.