I think as fair-minded hobbyists (and providers) we would agree that no call no show (NCNS) is not a good thing. Perhaps I am venting more than engaging in discussion, but it's important to keep honest on both sides.
(I am a massage / body rubs guy only. Since many of those providers use schedulers, I am not sure how many will read this, but the NCNS provider referenced here schedules herself, so I hope she reads this.)
I called a reviewed provider yesterday before she started working for the day. We had a nice chat, and I told her was looking for an appt. later in the day. She said ,"Great, just let me know when." I called and texted a few times to schedule an appt, but rec'd no reply, so I figured she was booked for the day. No problem. But.... just before 7 p.m., she called me and said she would be available at 8 p.m. if I wanted. I said sure. She said to let her know if my situation changed. I told her it wouldn't; I'd be there. So I took a quick shower, etc. and headed to her DT location. Since it was Sunday night, metered parking in front was no problem. Paid more than enough to the city to make sure my car wouldn't get tagged & towed. I was a few minutes early and called her. No answer. I texted. No reply. Thought maybe she was in a last-minute session, so I waited. And waited. And waited. Kept calling and texting. Never got a response from her. Waited 30 minutes then left. Here it is 18 hrs later and no contact or reason for the NCNS. Thanks a lot...NOT!
I had already seen 3 other providers at this location. Two were fabulous and one was a real dud. There is another I am planning to see as soon as we can work out a time. (We've already exchanged the emails.) Given my experiences there (except the dud), I was quite surprised at the NCNS. I sincerely hope there was not an emergency situation that occurred causing the NCNS. If that's the case, I hope she let's me know. Otherwise, I'll spend my money on the reliable ladies.