Here's the painless way to do it (as I did). I simply refuse to see providers that want biographical info on me. I completely understand why they do it, but I've come to find out that most providers rely on their gut instinct more than some formulated screening method. Here's what I did. Find a provider you are interested in. E-mail/talk/whatever you want to call it with her for maybe as long as a month in advance of when you want to see her. Get to know her. More importantly, let her get to know you. Let her get comfortable with you. Ease your way into planning any specific day/time. Most importantly, explain to her that you are unable to provide some of the required information due to privacy concerns-- be up front about that. Be an active participant on the boards. On the other hand, let her know you handle on boars like this. If she sees you participating in discussions, it is another way for her to be comfortable with you. Give it time. It is almost like setting up a real date. Woe the provider. It worked for me. I was able to see several ladies this way. Once I had seen them and reviews them, I joined P411. Since then, I've never had to use a provider's screening process (as long as she's P411). In any case you should have several references if a provider still needs to screen more thoroughly. If you play your cards right and are known enough on boards like this, providers won't even second guess you and will see you based on a solid reputation alone. Originally Posted by Cpalmson
Nope.As is your right.
No way
uh-uh
not gonna happen
No offense, but the owner could contact me by PM and I'd still ask for screening. Originally Posted by lilred_robin
What amazes me is how many ladies ask for references and/or P411&DC IDs, AND THEN NEVER CHECK THEM!!!!! I do care about the safety of the ladies I see, and it bothers me that they have the info in an e-mail or PM and then don't use it. Originally Posted by Old-TI'm amazed at this as well. At least access my P411 profile to see who I have seen!
Nope.
No way
uh-uh
not gonna happen
No offense, but the owner could contact me by PM and I'd still ask for screening. Originally Posted by lilred_robin
Probably the best newbie advice ever posted. And a good reminder for the rest of us. Originally Posted by Old-T
I'm amazed at this as well. At least access my P411 profile to see who I have seen! Originally Posted by Wicket
I disagree. Rather his post (not advice) just gave LE, stalkers and men who harm women. The know how of HOW to sweet talk a lady for over a months time in order to get behind locked doors with them. What worked for him, was slick but it's not something that will work for most nor is it a SAFE way to meet a guy.WM, I am going to disagree with you on a couple points. I have no delusion I will change your mind but that is not my intent. I do not claim your views are wrong for you, that is not my place to say, but I do think they are wrong for many. I do hope to put some alternative thoughts out there for new people to this business (on both sides of the street).
NOR is it prudent for most providers who depend one the hobby to support them; to be chatting it up with someone for over a month just as a means of *getting to know them* when said un-screened guy hasn't booked a date with her in that time period thus costing her time money. Originally Posted by Wicked Milf
+1000 I refuse to see anyone based on reputation alone. They can go through screening or move on. I bet ole Ted Bundy got through by simply woeing the girls too......jus saying.Comparing me to Ted Bundy is uncalled for, period, dot, end of discussion.
Id love to know who doesnt screen but merely just relies on their gut alone. Def be put on my list of unacceptable references Originally Posted by LusciousLacy
Thanks for your support.
Probably the best newbie advice ever posted. And a good reminder for the rest of us. Originally Posted by Old-T
I disagree. Rather his post (not advice) just gave LE, stalkers and men who harm women. The know how of HOW to sweet talk a lady for over a months time in order to get behind locked doors with them. What worked for him, was slick but it's not something that will work for most nor is it a SAFE way to meet a guy.Trust me, I'm no Casanova when it comes to "sweet talking" the ladies. I'm probably one of the most naive guys out there when it comes to wooing the women. Cops, stalkers, and men who harm women are probably 100 times better at wooing women, and oh BTW already KNOW this. I'm not telling them something that is like divine revelation.
NOR is it prudent for most providers who depend one the hobby to support them; to be chatting it up with someone for over a month just as a means of *getting to know them* when said un-screened guy hasn't booked a date with her in that time period thus costing her time money. Originally Posted by Wicked Milf
Here's the painless way to do it (as I did). I simply refuse to see providers that want biographical info on me. I completely understand why they do it, but I've come to find out that most providers rely on their gut instinct more than some formulated screening method. Here's what I did. Find a provider you are interested in. E-mail/talk/whatever you want to call it with her for maybe as long as a month in advance of when you want to see her. Get to know her. More importantly, let her get to know you. Let her get comfortable with you. Ease your way into planning any specific day/time. Most importantly, explain to her that you are unable to provide some of the required information due to privacy concerns-- be up front about that. Be an active participant on the boards. On the other hand, let her know you handle on boars like this. If she sees you participating in discussions, it is another way for her to be comfortable with you. Give it time. It is almost like setting up a real date. Woe the provider. It worked for me. I was able to see several ladies this way. Once I had seen them and reviews them, I joined P411. Since then, I've never had to use a provider's screening process (as long as she's P411). In any case you should have several references if a provider still needs to screen more thoroughly. If you play your cards right and are known enough on boards like this, providers won't even second guess you and will see you based on a solid reputation alone. Originally Posted by Cpalmson
I cannot believe what I'm reading!
You are wrong...at least when it comes to reputable ladies who care about their safety & the safety of others. There is no way in hell a hobbyist is going to "woe" a good provider out of screening. Being well known on the boards does not guarantee you a decent reputation. Being a message board participant is not a guarantee for safety. Shame on you for even suggesting this to newbies.
Newbies, definitely join P411 or Date-Check, BUT don't be surprised as a newbie without any 'okay's or 'refs' on your screening profile if the provider still wants a few details on you. This is for the safety of BOTH of you. In fact, as a newbie, you might be nuts to go meet a provider who doesn't require screening as she could turn out to be LE.
As a provider I do NOT rely on my gut instict alone. That is ridiculous.
Oh, and as far as corresponding with a provider for "as long as a month in advance", this might get you labeled as a time waster who really isn't interested in scheduling at all. Most gentlemen who are serious about meeting know it ahead of time & contact you when they know they are able to schedule. Whether it be for a date that week or next month for a business trip, they respect the fact that this is our business and we're not here looking to be email buddies. We don't mind corresponding via email to get to know you a little, but let's get down to business, okay?
P.S. There are ways we can screen you even if you don't want to provide us with vivid details about yourself. You'd be surprised at the tools the internet provides. Anyone with even an iota of computer/internet knowledge knows this. Ladies who get into this business, if they're smart, do their research & learn their way around technology to protect themselves. Originally Posted by evietaylor