Okay I am always wondering should I call or e-mail first?  Some providers are e-mail only initially and some say call me but still provide an e-mail address.  I am always shy/nervous about the first contact and use e-mail usually, but lately I've been thinking about calling first.  Also what is an appropriate time to call? morning after 10:00 a.m., after lunch/noon, after mid afternoon?

If she hasn't done that on her web site, ads, p411 etc., then use the option of those she offers that works best for you. I prefer email, unless the provider states a different preference.  

will state her preferred method of communication. If there is a situation where she does not, the rule of thumb would be to send an email. At that point, you will find out if text/call is preferred and what times are best for her. When in doubt, just send an email Best Wishes -Abla

For a first time approach to a companion, I would suggest as has been mentioned, to see what her website indicates.  Most women will want some basic information that is less cumbersome in an email.  With that said there are women who prefer a phone/text for sure and some providers work late and won't mind the reach out.   That usually is spelled out on their site.  

Thanks, I generally do my research and look for the preferences and my preference is to e-mail first.  

I would rather e-mail all day long rather than to call a lady. When you call, either they ask you to e-mail anyways (lol) or you go straight to voice mail. With e-mail you can get back to each other at your own convenience. I only make a phone call if I've been instructed to do so

or hobbyist may not be able to talk on the phone at the present time. P4P is all about discretion.

This is, after all, a service business.  Use the method you want.  If she doesn't reply, move on.  The list of providers is endless, and there are always out-of-towners touring through

I, myself, use many avenues to market myself, so depending on many factors I may prefer one form of communication over another.

Except, for me it's a 4-call system to feel you out and see how well a client can follow directions. Lol.

Leaving a guy hanging in the hall is No Bueno, and quite frankly making him get off the elevator not knowing his final destination is No Bueno as well.

For example, there's one gal I would email (per her instruction) but never heard back.

My hairstylist is in a "service business," but I know that if I want an appointment with him, I have to call the salon (despite the fact that I hate talking on the phone). The list of hairstylists in my city is endless, but I like his work and I respect his way of doing things. Just because it's a "service business" doesn't mean you can't respect a lady's scheduling protocol. If her ad/website says "to set up a date, please email with such and such info," why not just do that instead of texting/calling/smoke-signaling her? If the OP deliberately ignores ladies' preferred methods of contact, he's going to find himself without a date most of the time.  

Just common sense to use the contact method she prefers as it can get you on the wrong foot with the girl from jump street or have her just ignore your request, both being non optimal results for any hobbyist but especially for newbs.

I have seen many, many women over the years and no one has ever made me do that.  

You apparently didn't read the post to which you replied very well, or didn't care and were merely looking for an excuse to say what was on your mind. His point was that you can move on to other providers. Your point was you don't want to move on to other hairstylists. Well, okay. But that's beside the point.

If you are booked to the gills, you can throw up any hoops you want.  That's just supply and demand.

Doesn't translate to verified dates. We want good clients, not a huge volume of emails and phone calls asking 'R u avail now? GR33k??? Rates???'  

...this is the newbie board.

Honestly, every companion is going to be so different in her scheduling preference style that I would just grab the proverbial bull by the horns and go for it when the lady or mood hit you.    There is no one ideal advance framework for scheduling.  Getting you screened will be the most time-consuming part of the process,  and based on her requirements and your information (are you P411 or RS2K and have great references for example?) it could be a hot minute or could take a day or two.  Most women need at least a solid day's notice to get a gentleman screened generally speaking.

This is when I cant screen because I'm short on time because of the CLIENTS wishes, not mine.

Which is what I'm talking about INSTANT SHORT NOTICE VISITS

I have very bad PTSD and Anxiety in which this 4-step process will show me if I can trust you.

If you screen them beforehand, you'll know WAY ahead of time if they are the type who will respect your rules.  

And, imo, I think it would most likely freak out your client without providing you any extra security at all...

They arent happening In the locations I stay in.

I understood his point perfectly, and simply pointed out that it was bad advice, particularly for the newbie board (hence two very well-respected veterans chiming in in agreement).

You've reversed the situation.  In this case we were discussing, the provider is skipping the potential client.  I get that from a provider's perspective the client should do everything that pleases her.  I'm just saying that from the client's perspective he should use the contact method he finds most comfortable.  If the provider objects or doesn't answer, move on.  It's not that hard to find a provider who will respond to email.  
 

Now you're giving bad advice with your alias. Why don't you just stop giving advice and stick to the MN board.