Here is the scenario.

Say you are sitting in a hotel lobby waiting for a friend and you see a provider who you have visited. Is it okay to approach said individual if the situation dictates?

I ask because I am sitting in a hotel lobby and such a lovely lady is across the room from me. But I decide against it as to not make her feel uncomfortable.

What are the thougts on both sides of this coin. You as the provider would you want to be acknowledged or be left alone?

If you catch eyes, she'll either acknowledge you or she won't.

You never know who a provider is with or near when you encounter her in public.

A discreet text message is okay.

Please leave her alone. If she wants to speak to you, she can make the first move. For all you know she might be there for a wedding with her family or a romantic night with her boyfriend.

Rule of thumb:

Guys if you see a provider out in public, NEVER NEVER go up to her and Ladies if you see one of your clients is public, also NEVER NEVER acknowledge them. You never know they are with.

Jill

Great advice Jill !

NEVER, EVER... even if the lady appears to be alone that may not be the case. Would you want her to come up to you if she spots you in public? Probably not and purely out of discretion, nothing personal. Most people are out with family or friends who will ask about your interaction. Of course not all will agree with me but as a general rule of thumb, make no attempt to go say hello when you spot each other by coincidence. Hope that helps!

XO,
Sonia

Imagine a provider walking up to you when you are with your SO, or the like.   She walks up to you, and plants a big kiss on your cheeks (or lips), and says something like "You were wonderful yesterday!"

How would you like that?

In public, you are totally anonymous.  do not approach her, and she should not approach you.