Ive been out of the scene for a few years, now. My screening method always included my asking for their phone number, sometimes a work number to an indirect line with instructions on who to say I am when calling and what time to call. Same with calling a cell phone, I always want best times to call and honor that.  

is NOT common among legit hobbyists.  If you're attracting guys who haven't done this before, and only have one phone number, then you are more apt to get resistance on getting their number.  Texting is way more common than calling to set up the appointment.  I wouldn't put too much stock in "reading their voices" as I can modify my voice, tone, inflection, and manner to fit the situation, and is much different when dealing with business versus personal calls.  For most guys, the first call to you before they've seen you is a "business" call, so don't expect a lot of warm fuzzies at that point.  

I too have been doing this for a very long time and up until a few years ago I spoke to virtually every woman I saw, except for agency girls of course, before actually setting an appointment to see them. That no longer is the case with me. Most of my dates are now set up through P411, and usually we have only a brief PM exchange and maybe a text or two before I find myself knocking on her door.

I agree that voices can be modified, but my experience has been that I work to make a connection even prior to meeting. It sets me at ease and them, as well. Sometimes calls are just very business like, and upon meeting, the session is very warm and fuzzy/fun. So I cant rely on their being "warm and fuzzy" on phone all the time and that being representative. It most certainly isnt the only screening method I will employ. Screening is a fluid process for me and based on what they offer me, what I can find on internet, and other factors. However, the phone call is a method that is just a personal touch, I think.  

Yes, your name is familiar to me, GagaGambler  

.... for a local hooker board. P411 did do the call to my business, but that's not a big deal for me because it's my business.

Glad your date is working out. I agree, I need to feel comfortable and use my own protocol. I thought further about it, and even though people get vetted into sites like P411, i'ts not entirely about screening for me. It IS attempting to make a personal conneciion for both of us. Im providing, what I see as, a personal and intimate experience that I feel deserves my comfort level, as well as the gentleman's and that forging a connection starts with mental/verbal contact, too. Talk doesnt have to be directly sexy on the phone to be sexy, either. Just my opinion.

prior to meeting had me call them. E-mail was used for all communication regarding screening info. They had my number because it was in my screening information but the set up was we arranged for a time I would call them.

Like GaG I have been doing this for many years and back in the day everything was done by phone. In fact we used land lines before cell phones. 😊However, for me email became my standard contact in the early 2000s, and then texting, more recently. Most of my appointments are totally booked with no voice contact prior to the door opening. I do remember 2 providers specifically requiring a voice call as part of their screening before meeting, but that was back in 2011. Now that's not to say I don't give out my number. Since we are texting, of course she has my number. If she wants a voice call I don't have a problem with it. Just saying any voice contact is extremely rare for me these days.  (And by "these days" I mean going back to 2007 or so.)

It Most allways starts with Emails and or texting, if p411 a pm, and a date request form  getting to know each other* him, References etc. And setting up a booking date and time, then A simple phone call from him to talk in person and confirm. Then at check in hotel, name and room number, and I check verify..We're All Set..for our time together.. Let The Fun Begin...Xoxo

and I enjoyed the opportunity to break the ice that way before meeting them.

Would you be okay with a burner or app number? I am not surprised that a lot of clients don't want to give you a contract number or a work number because it could be easily traced to them. (I didn't look at your site, if you require real names anyway that's obviously different.) If they just don't want to talk with you on any line, that would seem a bit strange to me, but I guess I can't say what's "normal" I only know what I do.

Yup, that's exactly what I was talking about in my post below. Raspy and deep, and slooow. I don't like to be judgmental but it was a turnoff. So glad I called her instead of texting. LoL

I always speak to new clients first now. While yes, one can change their voice, I am discriminatory in the type of clients I am willing to see as I offer a different experience and want to be clear about expectations. I have been in the biz for a while though so I might be a bit old school, but experience has been a great teacher.  

I always ask for a number as I learned the hard way that sometime you need to get in touch with your date prior a meeting , I remember waiting for an hour for my date to call before realizing he was a no-show, (yes i was more patient before).
And unless they explain that as out of towner they do not have a phone for here if they refuse it is a red flag.

Always like to chat to the client first.

the message (telegram), or the device to send it (telegraph).  

..to chat with a new friend before our rendezvous.   I do however find it nice to share a simple phone call to share a laugh/flirt before our smiles and bodies connect.
It's another layer to the sexy journey.

Yes, it isn't just a matter of screening. To me, it sets the stage for the fun of my showing up at the door. It's more icing on the cake. I may try to let go of my security blanket and if there is enough vetting of someone, especially for my shorter engagements, just let them open the door and be more of a surprise for us both.  I kind of love outcalll. I have read that many women do not but I find it thrilling.

There are many different ways providers handle verifying a client. I usually do not talk on the phone unless it is really important. I just ask for screening information and get them verified first and then I will send a few emails or text to get a feel for the person I am meeting. It all depends on each individual you are in contact with. We all do things are on way to feel comfortable.

For me its little different. I very rare actually speak to client in person prior to meeting. Not that I do not want that, but its a little difficult.  

I am the opposite. haha I dont want to chat. I book via text or email only. 95% is through text and my preferred method. I set my away text message during appointments or not available.

Because the gentlemen I have my "break the ice pre date phone chats with are personable and we enjoy getting to know each other a bit before meeting. Oh that also includes the gentlemen in my area in on business from other parts of the country!  

That would be really nice.