It seems it would be just as useful for the local girls. A point person in every city or area. You give her a buzz if you ever have a question about a prospective client, "hey, what about so and so?"

Wytchcat,

I share your concern about gathering information while traveling.  Both,  providers as well as hobbyist have the same issues to deal with:

   -  Who is a "rip-off"

   -  Am I going to have a good time (treated with respect, etc)?

    - Is the environment safe (attitude, demeanor, etc)?

Per the posting on the previous thread, it is my understanding that the Provider's board would be closely monitored.  Discussing a provider review, or commenting on a reviewer, or exchanging personal information of hobbyists would NOT be permitted.

Having said that, its a good thing to do your homework.  Posting your queries on this discussion board, as well as the Provider's discussion board should spark a few interesting thoughts.

I would suggest the following:

1.  Introductory converation:   Have a meaningful conversation with your prospective hobbyist.  Talk about general stuff - sports, interests, hobbies, etc.  This will give you a brief inkling into his way of thinking.  You may be able to get a sense of likes, dislikes, etc...

2.  Networking:  If you find a hobbyist that you like, you may want to consider networking with him.  In the past, when I travelled if my favorite provider was unavailable, I established a rapport where she felt comfortable referring me to her one of her friends.  Mind you, this friend was unadvertised .  

The converse is true as well. If you provide good service at a fair price, more likely than not the hobbyist is going to refer you to his friends.  

I have heard mixed things about providers sharing information.  In certain cities, things are very competitive.  Some providers deliberatley bad mouth a hobbyist with an intent not to have him wander off somewhere else.  

At times, providers may have certain personal biases and pre-conceived notions.  If they had a bad encounter, perhaps they may not reveal all of the circumstances that led to such a distasteful experience.   For instance, say the provider did a cash and dash or bait and switch or upselling, and the hobbyist was vocal about it.  The provider could potentially turn the tables and say the hobbyist was ...

Just like anything else in life, YMMV.  So, be open-minded and use your gut instincts.   There was a thread here "Retirement" which articulates how some misperceptions by a provider resulted in loss of some potentially good/loyal clients.

3.  Clear communication:   Have an honest dialogue with your hobbyist.  Set the expectations upfront.  That way, no one (you or the hobbyist) is in for a surprise.

4.  Lead by example:   As the cliche goes, "if your nice to someone, they (more than likely) will be nice to you.   If you treat your hobbyist with respect, common courtesies, and provide good service -- chances are that he will come back again, and again.

Well!  Not sure if it helps.  But, I hope it provides some food for thought.

- W W W      

[PS:  Sorry about the revisions. Found some typo's and had to fix them]

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Why is it necessary to have a point person??? If you have a providers only board, wouldn’t it be enough to have a link to a list of bad clients, where the ladies would post their information, without having to go through any one single individual??

Seems to me having a single person, as contact for the ladies in a particular city seems overkill to put it politely, and worry some for the guy’s at best.

I’m all for keeping the ladies safe and all, and passing along information, and networking for visiting ladies is a good thing, But we had something very similar happen where I’m from…. And without going into details it wasn’t a pretty sight to say the least.