There’s way too much info in my LinkedIn profile, most of which would be useless for verification purposes... but it could be useful for other purposes.

If my P411 profile and OKs (which I can send to any provider, whether or not she’s on P411) isn’t enough, I’ll move on.

I know providers want to look out for themselves but it's not happening at the expense of my looking out for myself.

Let’s get this out of the way: I think we all can agree that arguing the merits of screening is pointless. Here's what I wish more clients would understand. Principally, screening comes down to safety. It's not sensible to expect a provider to be willing to meet a stranger in private with zero knowledge of who they are. In addition, this line of work can be dangerous. Most importantly though, screening PROTECTS the client by ensuring that the provider is not caught in a compromising position where they may have to jeopardize your private information. Finally, part of my relationship with a client means treating their personal information as though it were my own. On to the answering the actual question...

Normally, the individual has enough references to make work verification (including LinkedIn URL) unnecessary. More often than not though, people have willingly provided work information, PII (personal identifying information), and photos of ID and them holding the ID. I have had one person who was staunchly opposed to providing information over email/booking form besides their legal name. We met in public for an hour social meeting for a flat fee where he in turn shared the information I needed while we got to know one another more casually over coffee.  

It's quite difficult to fake a LinkedIn profile but I'm sure where there is a will there is a way. I mean, most providers now have counterfeit bill detector pens because that's an issue. What I find most interesting though is that most high-profile clientele will readily provide all of their information without batting an eye but more every day folks will be uncooperative and sometimes resentful about the whole thing. Why a provider would want to out or blackmail a client is beyond me? That provider might as well pack their bags because their reputation is destroyed.

I like anonymity, dont like giving much out. Also references, some gals i know dont like the idea about giving their names and info out, and wonder why I'm not seeing them. I know everyones worried about safety, but my safety is important too.This hobby is full of perils especially now with covid and crime rates in the cities. Dont set yourself up for getting robbed, think about your pic and knowing you have a couple hun in your pocket walking up to supposed incall, you are the perfect mark, who chances are wont report the incident. Use your head and websites like ter for your safety, and most of all pay attention with your big head,, Dont let the little one get you in trouble.