The problem I've encountered since taking off on tour Thursday, and contacting several different providers for references, is that none, save 1 was actually able to give me anything resembling a strait answer. I will commend Dakota Taurus, as she went back and forth with me and the client on the phone until a well informed and accurate reference was attained. The other 5 so far, who I won't blast, but are all members here, were just ridiculous. Things like "I don't know, I might know him" even when given a substantial amount of information on the visit including intimate details. One girl, a prospective clients latest engagement that was less than 2 weeks old and whos listed number on here and on her website matched what he gave me, just denied it was her phone all together. I'm quite appauled at this behavior. Simply because I feel it is our duty, if we agree to serve as a reference, to provide pertinent information when requested. Our safety and well being depends on it.
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My question if for any provider willing to answer: How do you keep track of your clients in order to provide helpful references to help keep fellow providers safe? For me, I will most likely not remember a name or handle, but will always recall a defining factor (location/date of engagement, appearance, conversation highlights, or most any other memory marker given). How important is it for you to actually speak to a clients reference? Do you skip a voice confirmation if a review if posted?
My advice to hobbiest, (and feel free to comment as well if you have an opinion on the matter) is this: You might really want to consider signing up for p411, at least it's a little extra peace of mind. Maybe start posting reviews, so there is a frame of reference when verifying you. Seriously. Unless you are strictly dealing with women who feel as strongly as I do about these matters, provider references will just not suffice.