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End of Date Etiquette
soverycherry 2430 reads
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Hi there,

First I should say, I'm new to this board so please do forgive (and feel free to correct) any faux pas on my part.   I'm not actually a provider but am seriously considering beginning work as one, and the boards here have been incredibly helpful answering any questions that have come up in my effort to decide whether this something I'd be well suited for.

I do have one pretty specific question... I've tried scanning previous posts and searching, but I haven't been able to find anything in regards to this.  Perhaps I didn't look far enough or didn't search for the correct phrases, though?  If that's the case please accept my apologies.

How does one signal (politely and gracefully) that the date must be coming to an end soon?  I definitely would not want to convey a "clockwatcher" attitude.  If things are progressing naturally and both the hobbyist and I were enjoying ourselves, I would have no problem staying a bit longer than the exact scheduled times.  I would also do my best to schedule things so there is leeway for that... But in the event that its not possible (such as previously made plans), does anybody have any advice?

Thank you very much for any advice you might have!

well Id have no problem if you simply said you had to go..I'd get the message and be professional about it. it's wrong to keep you longer than what I paid for so I'd understand..etiquette-wise I guess the most polite way and honest way is to simply say "look at that, the time just flew by..its about time I get going" but say it with a smile : ] in a humorous type of way. ya know? that way ur client would get the message (if he had brains) and would let u off.

If you are new and haven't internalized the rhythm of the standard 60-120 minute date create a play list on your laptop.  The songs will signal how your date is progressing.

Don't look at the clock.
Don't look at his watch.
Don't nervously twitch if you have something booked 30 minutes after his departure.

Put on your silk robe and ask if you may run him a shower.

Pick up his shorts and undershirt, fold them casually as you're giving detachment kisses, pull a towel down for him, place his things on the bathroom counter - and he will know that his contracted for time is winding down.

If you are new I would suggest that you space your appointments generously so that you may learn exactly how much time it takes for you to physically recuperate, clear your mind of the previous interaction, clean and renew your incall space, replace towels/linens and re-bathe/dress/make yourself up.  

Spacing appointments generously does not mean feel obligated to let everyone remain with you over contracted time.  

Get into the good habit of honoring your time commitment; save the time benefits for especially nice clients who you enjoy.

I find that "now .. where are those panties?" sends as good signal as anything else :)

XoXo

Lina

I see an absolutely lovely lady whose technique is to excuse herself for a moment to say she's calling the agency to let them know that we're almost done. I don't think she actually makes the call but uses the tactic to avoid telling me to get ready to leave.

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