I have often wondered how a Hobbyist makes his decision on whom he will choose to share his time with.  What drives your decision and what I am getting at is your order of preference in your decision making process.  For example:  is it,

1.  price
2.  looks
3.  reviews
4.  size, weight, hair color, etc
5.  location of Provider
6.  pictures

I think you get the general idea.  I really would like to hear your thoughts and your considerations if you would be kind enough to share them.

Nikki

1. Looks. Looks aren't all, but must get to step #2.
2. Boobs. Love big and beautiful boobies.
3. Price.
4. Location. Long way, for me, to Chandler/Gilbert/S.Tempe.

I like variety, so size, weight, hair color isn't that important.  

For me I will take as much info I can get before I pull the trigger...

1) Looks- nothing specific, color of hair, short hair, long hair, size of breast, small ass, big ass, and legs really don't matter, I love them all. But when i look at a picture, i just need to feel attracted.

2) Reviews- very important to know what is offered and what is not. The reviewers perception of the date and do I think I will have a good time.

3) Price- And what is offered at that price, everyone wants to get the best bang for the buck(pun intentended)

4) Location-not a big issue for me because most of my dates are outcall, but I did do incall to see you

irst date:
1. Pictures - real, not too much photoshop
2. Review(ers) - who has seen her and what they say. Sometimes even the collective of who has seen her (can steer me one way or another)
3. Credibility - sites she is on, not reviews. This includes her posts on public sites.
4. Indy or Handled (Indy wins most often)  
5. Price
6. Responses - need to be "real" and timely (else I may not see them).
7. Timing - I am ready when I am ready. Sometimes the "anxious" fades. Or I go to the next because of schedules.

Really though, it is more a parallel activity, not serial. And culminates to a "yes".  

second and On-Going:
1. Chemistry (not just physical) - and was she what was portrayed originally. Initial let downs suck.
2. Attitude - again, is she what was portrayed. That's why indy is better than handled IMHO
3. Skills - 'nuff said
4. Schedules - it is what it is.

More analysis goes into the first time for sure. But repeating, that's really special...though sometimes it takes a while for me to repeat. But if I never see her, I will never see her again

Meeting a provider casually gets me to the chemistry part quicker. Which cancels out the whole first set (except for price).

Thinking about this, there is someone I need to see again... and someone for the first time...

Simple criteria for first date:
1. Reviews
2. Sense of attitude/professionalism
3. Price range (everyone has budget limitations)

1 & 3 are pretty straightforward. 2 is the challenge. By professionalism I mean that the provider fully understands the process, has thought through availability and pricing sensibly, communicates clearly and promptly, clearly respect safety/security, ads honestly represent their appearance/services/any limitations etc. I've always found that providers who are first rate in these areas are also first rate in the bedroom. With professionals, there are no unpleasant surprises--the quickest way to undermine a first meeting. This is the hardest thing to gauge in advance, unless the provider has years of glowing reviews or has long been active on the boards.  

Yes, looks get considered and everyone has body shapes/hair styles/etc preferences/dislikes but there are lots of awesomely talented providers who wouldn't be considered the most photogenic in town. I also understand that some providers have good, legitimate reasons for not posting full photographic detail. Evidence from reviews always trumps evidence from pictures. With pictures the real issue again is no surprises. Everyone understands that women might not quite look the same in person as their most flattering photo, but I feel deceived/cheated if the photos were clearly 10 years old or excessively photoshopped

1. looks/attractiveness (which goes with size, weight, hair, etc.)
2. reviews
3. price
4. location

Chemistry is very important to me as well.  Since I don't hobby that often, I am very dependent on user reviews to determine whether or not a provider provides a great experience for the hobbyist.  Of the few providers I have seen, I have repeated with the ones that I have clicked with.  Also, it helps if the provider is low volume, if desiring the GFE.  

And on a related note, Nikki, you have been on my radar for a while.

Hope you're doing well

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Initially for me when I'm trolling it is looks. Then I look the specific lady up on TER. No reviews...No call. If said lady has reviews I take those into account. Then when I decide I would really like to see someone price rears it's ugly head. If the price is over a certain threshold I just can't do it.

Location is irrelevant.

Looks
Reviews/services
Price

I am probably quite a bit older than most of the men in this group. I also never did this sort of thing before my wife of 52 years died. I also have some ED problems. So with that preface here are how I chose the few ladies I will repeat with.
1. I have a minimum age preference--no one under the stated age of 25 or so.Which actually probably means at least 32-40. Looks also influence my choice.
2. Reviews in TER or P411. I look especially at what they list as what is on the menu. and if they are independent.
3.Location in and near Tucson.
4. Price within my means.
5. Attitude, compatibility, and how much fun.

Any one of these categories can be a deal buster.

Reputation. attitude, friendly, cheerful, returns phone calls promptly, punctual, hygiene, awarnes and importance of person's satisfaction, willingness to please within rules

Rules anything enjoyable excluded; do inclusions cover what I enjoy?

Price..

My reactions to the pictures provided, body type, proportions, amount and type of beauty.

In or out call

Location local or have to travel and possibly spend the night.

Lastly I print photos and write notes in the margins and on the back.  Many times I'll have photos on a wall as reminders. Locally I’ll bring a couple of local photos with me just in case the appointment does not work out.  Same if I traveled but I'll bring more photos, options with me.

Recently I discovered that a woman with a very good reputation and does not rule out anything of significance to my enjoyment changed her pictures.  Based upon the old pictures, small, and uninteresting, she was never on my radar when I was looking at options.

The new pictures are larger, have more clarity, are of interesting poses with unobtrusive clothing .I was stunned at her beauty.  

When I go down my list of what I want to experience since she has many of the attributes either incorporating or creating experiences I'm looking for.  Now top of my list, and one I will spend time getting ready for.

From never considered to an apex position.

I rarely consider any unsubstantiated claim in the advertising copy  

“....looking for.....much needed attention, look further! I go above & beyond other providers.”

no indication of how she will exceed “..all other providers.”

Choose me because I'm an alien from Mars with special features Earth women lack that will increase your pleasure 10 fold.

Deprived

The others are redundant.  For #5; I flew to PHX just to see Krista Starr

Since there are so many alternatives out there I narrow things down by focusing on:

A specific age range.
A desired set of physical characteristics.
Services desired and offered.  
Overall assessment as portrayed by reviews.  No reviews? No appointment.
A personal website is a very strong influence as an indicator of how she presents herself, her personality, etc.
Price.  Some gals that I'd love to see I simply can't afford.

The last part is important to me and is the most difficult.  Using reviews; verification sites; personal website information; and whatever method of communication is preferable to her, I try to determine if I think there will be a good chemistry fit between us.  Without that, it could possibly make for a long appointment for either or both of us

Hi Nikki......miss ya!
1) Reviews by established hobbyists who have similar tastes as me.
2) Price has to be a consideration, unfortunately.
3) Number of reviews over a period of time. By this I mean, a provider with many reviews in a short period of time has to get tired and less enthusiastic (at least my experience). Since not all hobbyists write reviews every time, if a provider has many reviews over a short period of time, that means even more people have seen her. My excitement feeds off of the providers involvement and enjoyment. If she's been too busy, I'll wait until the reviews slow down.

Well, what first happens is a physical attraction. If I see a lady's profile that captures my attention (like yours has), I then move to reviews and determine if we are on the same page as for level of service. Then price. Have tried to see you a few times but to no avail. Will keep trying!!!!

In this economy unfortunately price rules.
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Mr. Cooper, I think you are an inspiration to all us hobbyist. My sincere condolences on the loss of your wife. I select my providers by reviews first, I talk to them to see how their personality is by phone, if they don't have a minute to talk  to me I pass. Looks and services available. I don't want no covered BJ. It really don't do it for me. Clean is a must!! I am willing to spend but not crazy amounts per hour.  So far so good. I have had a couple times whereby I passed however I left them some thing for their time. No reviews no deal for me!!

First I look at reviews and activities.
1. Does she kiss with tongue. Biggest turn off is seeing someone who won't kiss you, completely takes the passion out of the experience.
2. Does she do BBBJ. A covered bj is pointless. My hand feels better.
3. Does she do CIM with swallow. I've seen a number of providers who will do BBBJ then at that incredible moment when you start to cum they switch to a HJ finish which ruins the moment and greatly lessens the satisfaction. She should slow down at that moment, hold you in her mouth, lick tenderly on the underside of your penis as you ejaculate into her mouth, then swallow like it's the most delicious desert.
4. multiple pops. very important. Sometimes we are overly excited and will cum very easily, that should never end the session. But a lot of providers only allow one pop. I won't see those providers.
Next I look at her pictures. Fake ones mean I'm not interested. Photos that look too professional are a problem too. I don't need nude photos, but I want to see what she looks like and if her body appeals to me.

Price, very important. If it's extremely expensive I'll pass. It has to be reasonable. There are a lot of women who price themselves too high. Those in the hobby should avoid those. Prices need to be reasonable.

Tried to see someone yesterday who left me sitting in my car while she got ready after we had agreed on a time to meet. I waited 30 mins before I drove away. Got a text shortly after saying she was ready.
Texted back that I had left already and couldn't wait. Never heard back from her.
Attitude is very important