Thoughts please on requesting references from gentlemen? I list screening requirements in what I consider a clear manner: P411 or 2 recent references. I also specify that I will need a reasonable amount of time to complete screening. I feel this protects me and the hobby community at large.
What I mean by references: when did you see this provider last (month/year)? How might she remember you? How might I best contact her? Phone/email/pm?
What I frequently get: "I've seen Jennifer at X SPA, and Julie. Can I see you within the hour?"
I can do pretty much nothing with this info, and as such, I can't see the gent within the time frame requested. I'm not going to call a spa number and ask for a provider, as I don't have any reasonable assurance that I'm speaking to the person I asked for. As for Julie ... Julie who? How to even start with a first name?
Ladies, how do you phrase your reference requirements? What works well for you? Any pointers?
Gents, how might I get my query across best, from your perspective? What are your thoughts on the value of screening to the gentleman?
Thank you all for your kind thoughts and contributions! I seek to make a better, more streamlined process for all
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Andria Chase