As a long time aspd'er and now eccie... I've been gone from the hobby. Personally, I think agencies are a great way to get back into the hobby. That way you're not a total newbie when going with an independent.
Originally Posted by safebet2007
Not true. While agencies are a great way for newbies to get laid without having to jump though hoops they aren't generally usable as references when you want to book with an independent.
That being said there are occasional independents who will book with you if they see you have posted several agency reviews and have a solid board presence.
However without the agency vouching for you newbie status remains. Agencies don't generally work with their competition when they have several women for you to try out.