or a different lake 
)
DISCLAIMER: IF YOU ARE THE TYPE OF HOBBYIST WHO REFUSES TO LOOK AT THE INDUSTRY LIKE A BUSINESS, DO NOT READ ON. JUST ASSUME THIS POST IS ABOUT HOW HORNY I AM WHILE I'M LAYING SURROUNDED BY SEX TOYS WHILE WEARING LINGERIE AND EATiNG HOT DOGS, BANANAS, AND ANY OTHER PHALLIC FOOD ITEM THAT COMES TO MIND.
That being said, I would love to be able to post this on the providers only board, however I feel that there are a lot of gals who don't have access to it (especially very new girls) that would widely benefit from this little tip.
I just wanted to remind ladies that there is an abundance of free tools out there for the small business owner that can directly translate into profit for you, as an upscale provider. While this industry isn't at all like the traditional brick and mortar store or entertainment service, there are a lot of tools out there which, if used correctly, can not only target your ideal clientele, ensure positive experiences, and help to receive positive reviews. Not everyone has the same "type" or likes in this world and that's OK! The key to having great experiences is to market yourself honestly and in order to attract the type of clientele that will enjoy you but most importantly, the type of clientele that you yourself will enjoy.
I would highly suggest a couple blogs:
http://www.ducttapemarketing.com/blog/
http://www.smallbusinessmavericks.com/blog/
I'm writing more in-depth about this on my blog if any ladies would like to follow it. The world of The Hobby is changing, and it's important to stay up with the times. And here is my favorite tool for EVERYTHING:
http://getlucid.net/free-marketing-tools/
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…for the cookie biz!
xoxo Anna
and you are right, a lot of girls don't have access to the provider only board. Being new can be scary and I know i started out not knowing anything and am very lucky to have landed right side up and solidly on my feet.
My personal experience, having been in the biz for 10 years off and on, is to really take a hard look at who you are and what you want to accomplish. You can go all out and blitz the market with ads and see anyone or you can be almost UTR and let them come to you. You know you are successful if you have repeat business and longtime clients/friends no matter what route you choose. Sometimes, you just have to play around with what works for you and what keeps you sane.
As an older provider, I like the gentlemen who seek me out. It seems to translate into a better session. I don't advertise anywhere except here, P411 and date-check. Never had an EROS ad or been on backpage. That works for me. Every provider's experience will be different and that is the great thing about this endeavor.
Thanks for the selfless post and good luck to all
Thank you!
That's a perfect example of how you market yourself!
As you could probably attest to, the biz 10 years ago is different than it is now. For those hoping to start out, a lot of times it can seem to be extremely daunting. How do you ensure that you get good reviews? How do you present yourself? How do you compete with the other ladies...do you even need to compete with them or should you be making allies? Is the business a competition at all or is it a symbiotic relationship?
There are so many ladies doing it so many different ways, who's to say which way is right? I just want everyone to remember that marketing is important. Or as my grandpa would say:
"If you don't like the fish you're catching, try different bait."
or a different lake )
You rock!!
xoClair
Girl was just trying to be helpful and you have some dickhead say this shit. I would love to see a pick of the guy who suggested losing a few pounds... Prob can't even see his mini- muffin dick. If another jealous provider made this comment, meeeee sooo sorry. Fucking people these days...
Hey Cameron!
Thanks for the awesome post! I'll have to take a look at those links - of course, only once I'm done diddling myself silly while lounging around in rhinestone covered lingerie and deep throating popsicles.
Give me a call sometime, and we'll discuss more phallic foods!
It looks as if there is still some honor in the system here.
Unless you know for certain who he or she was...I think that too is unfair and sets a tone that may notbe completely true.
We do not know who they were...or last I heard we didn't.