Clients screening you as an escort?
If these questions have already been answered then I apologize . I’m reading all the escorting forms and some of them are a little bit older . So I’m considering being an independent escort without an agency and someone on YouTube said that part of the screening process is giving out your information too? She said that she did this so that the clients could feel comfortable since we are asking personal information from them? Does anybody do this? If I decide to escort I wouldn’t even give out the information anyways because it’s just putting myself out a really big risk. Also how do some girls escort on Instagram? Just post booking information in their bio and screen and go from there? Thanks!
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All they really need to know is whatever information an agent would disclose over the phone before you go to an outcall appointment. Nothing more, nothing less. Be safe out there and don't deal with clients who seem to act unstable or aggressive.
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As a client, I don't ever expect a provider to give me anything of theirs that is real. Not a real name, real number, email, social media, etc. That said, I do have my own screening process when I'm looking for a provider. Most people use the same handles across multiple social medias. A simple google search is enough to show me if a provider has a presence across multiple domains. Often, that expanded presence, particularly on independent sites that require provider verification (Tryst, Eros, PD, etc) is enough for me to confirm that the provider is who she says she is. Sometimes, if a photo looks like it may be a bit outdated, I may ask for a selfie of the provider doing something silly (flipping me off is a personal favorite). Something they probably don't already have. If that checks out and looks like the pictures, I'm good to move forward.
I would never ask for any real information. I have however discovered real information because a provider wasn't careful keeping her information secure. By this, I mean that her provider handle on a site was the same as her vanilla handle on social media. For me, that's just further proof that she's who she says she is. For some guys though, that can be the in to some serious issues for the provider. So, I HIGHLY recommend using a burner number with no ties to your personal snapchat. A unique email address, and keeping your handles consistent across all provider domains, while VASTLY different from anything you would ever use on personal social media.
For the phone number, I also recommend using an app of some sort. Google Voice is my favorite. Otherwise, a whitepages reverse search can give location, name, etc if someone is willing to pay for the premium. Just some thoughts from the client perspective. Best of luck to you, and stay safe!
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Clients screening is based on establishing trust that we are who we say we are, wont cheat or scam or trap them, and that is built up though the effort we put into this business and the development of our reputation. As a matter of fact, the best dates, and those Im more likely to accept are guys who have taken the time to check me out and make sure I'm legit. Because it says a lot about a guy who cares enough to look past the pictures and put some effort into making sure hes safe too.
Stuff that instills trust are a polished website, professional photos, things that require a financial investment into building up ones business as well as being part of a community or several communities, having a blog, being active on twitter etc..things that require time investment. The police, pimps, scammers, etc are not going to lay out tons of money and time on building up a reputation, plus guys talk, so the impression you make to get the ball rolling, and the service you provide to create word of mouth also helps. Another word on community, Ive met and talked with amazing ladies in the business, and esp when I first started, a trusted lady referring a guy to a friend also helps.
Basically, clients screening us is based entirely on reputation and them seeking out information to make sure we have a good one.
On that note, now isnt the greatest time to get started. Im getting back into the swing of things after several years haitus, but I had an established client base. Guys who are willing to meet someone new at this point arent the greatest guys, because they dont have much regard for their safety (or yours) if they are willing to meet while the country is on lockdown. As a matter of fact, all the guys Ive been in touch with are planning for dates after things are safe, not right now.
The plus is, if you are patient (and not making the move to get into escorting out of financial need/desperation which is the worst possible time to get in this business..pandemic or no pandemic) this gives you a couple months to get your image together, take some nice pics, get your website up, start getting involved in communities, etc so that when we are able to meet with clients, you've already started establishing a reputation and hopefully have a nice set of potential clients to start meeting up with.
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What do you guys consider average rates? Some escorts seem to charge a 4500k minimum in the bigger cities and there doesn't seem to be anything especially special about them. Are these rates attainable? Or do you think they have another job, and escorting is just icing on the cake, a few times a year?
Do you guys think the escort industry has declined as much as stripping has since the 90s?
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Average depends on location... the average in NYC is going to be different from the average in Bellingham. The only way to really get a feel for that is to research the ladies in your area and average out what they charge.
As for the high priced ladies, the only thing special about them is that they decide that is what their rate will be and command it. Everyone is free to charge what they want, and everyone is worth whatever rate they decide they want to get. We all have to make the choice of, what would I need to get paid to feel good about what Im doing, and thats just kind of it.
Theres somoene for everyone in every price range though. Mid level tends to attract a balance between decent amoutn of dates and decent guys. Too low and the bottom feeders come out, but also can keep very busy. High level and it limits the amount of guys who can afford those rates, and also more is expected as far as ability to travel, higher end clothes/lingerie/persona. At the end of the day, its up to you to decide what level you want to be at, set your rates and market yourself in a way to reflect that.
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Clients do NOT need to know any of your personal info, as previously mentioned. All they would need to know is your physical information (body type, race, hair color, etc), your website or social media profiles if you have any, and your escorting email address and phone number (which should be untraceable). Definitely have updated pics of you to show them and state that your pics are 100% real and up to date. Describe yourself in a way that suggests you are professional and reliable (and have experience). They really don’t need to know anything else! As for price range, you should definitely charge a good amount, but be realistic! Unless you are a famous celebrity or porn star, no one is going to pay you a ridiculously high amount. A very attractive woman in a big city with years of experience and a professional looking website and portfolio may charge around $600-$800 an hour to give you a ballpark estimate
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Wow ladies, thanks for all of your useful information. Especially to the girl who posted about not meeting up with clients during this time. It’s easy to get desperate when you’re low on funds but I see where that would attract people who don’t have your best interest at heart.
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Yup, especially when youre new guys assume you're getting in the biz cause youre desperate for funds and will low ball, try to give "tips" on how to run your business, which of course all are in their favor, all that. I was super fortunate and also unfortunate, in that I got started on a local forum, and a lady quickly sent me a message telling me to ignore any advice any of the guys give me, sure enough, got offers for excellent reviews if I see them at half my price, promises of being a loyal regular if I give them a better rate etc. Since I wasnt desperate, I was able to tell them thanks but no thanks...which they did not like at all. But hey, those who were willing to pay my rate were the ones that were able to see me.
The unfortunate is a lady advised me to offer a special to get the ball rolling, that lasted for all of a week maybe...cause even with the special, guys were asking for half or less of that, and I was so annoyed I decided never again. Eventually, I kept raising my rates until I hit the sweet spot where guys stopped feeling like they would be able to pull that and I never got asked for discounts or specials again.
Again, would not have been able to take that kind of control, turn away dates and jack up my rates if I was in need of the money....in this business, you cant be scared to turn down business or hesistant to run it like you want to run it. Thats when the trouble starts...taking risks, ending up on dates with guys who are at best disrespectful, at worse absusive, worst case scenario violent or LE.
Especially now with so many people losing their jobs guys will think you will be willing to take chances, and with funds tight, alll the broke creeps will be looking for low hanging fruit to take advantage of. Take care of yourself and put your comfort level and safety first always.