Hey everyone:
Have a question that applies to both providers and hobbyists. How does everyone prefer to do screening/verification, particularly in Boston? Different methods are more popular in certain cities, but when in Boston...
Of course, we all know about the big screening websites (which makes everything 1000x easier/quicker!), but what about newbie clients and clients that prefer to remain low profile?
For me, if someone is not verified on a legit site, I require references from two reliable providers. My problem has been, at times, getting a timely response, or even a response at all, from the references. Not sure if this is because the provider could not verify the client for whatever reason (e.g. does not remember him, had a bad experience, etc.) and didn't have a chance to reply stating so, or because she does not want him to see other girls, but that just sounds like my paranoia talking.
Obviously I understand all girls have their own lives and are not necessarily available to respond to referral requests in a timely fashion, which is why I welcome as many references as someone wants to provide and also provide the option of employment verification on a case-by-case basis.
As a provider myself, I understand the importance of the referral system. Not only is it our bread and butter at stake, but also our well-being. Personally, I am more than happy to act as a referral for any trustworthy client and will respond to all reference requests as quickly as possible.
Have heard this rumor, but is it true that there are girls who DON'T take references for whatever reason? But then if that's the case, doesn't that render all these verification sites and the TER whitelisting system pointless?
On another note, how much credit do you give to whitelists? Is that an acceptable form of reference for other girls, and if so, how many is good enough to see someone?
From the hobbyist perspective, is the whole referral thing a huge nuisance? If you do not have prior screening info, is it preferable for you to do employment verification versus providing references?
Yikes I know this is a lot of questions in one post, but I have only recently starting doing my own bookings and scheduling, so it's all new territory to me. Basically I am sticking with what my former scheduler did and going with my gut instincts on "grey-zone" inquiries, but I would really appreciate, for perspective, hearing how other girls and their schedulers run their business.
Thanks in advance for any feedback!!
XX,
CK
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