I think trying to negotiate a lower price is insulting to the provider. We are not buying cars or clothing or cell phones or some other mass produced product. Negotiations belong in businesses where the same product is being offered at different prices and profit margins.
Originally Posted by memdal
I get asked to discount my services all the time, I do not get offended by it,, everyone has a price point and everyone has profit point.. trading dollars is not making money.
Originally Posted by RALPHEY BOY
And here we have the essence of the issue: different business models work different ways. Guys want to treat it as they see their own business model, since it works for them it should work for her. And different ladies have different ways they see their business. I suspect the real estate agent sees life differently than the grocery store owner.
I have never asked for a discount and expect I never will. I don't discount my fees and I always treat the ladies with the respect I expect from my clients. I DO negotiate other things with my clients, since most my work is quite tailored in what I do for my fee. As a result, it is my mindset to think those kinds of discussions are fine to have with a lady I wish to see. The more repeat business I have with a client, the more flexible the options, and again, the more frequently I have seen a lady, the more flexible the discussions of possibilities. I am guessing the serious difference of opinion guys have on this topic is related to their own world view.
Regardless, some things should be absolutes:
--Any discussion of discounts, etc., should be done with respect, never the , "Hey girl, I'm a hot looking guy and you're luck I want to see you so why don't you drop that $300 donation down to $100. I'm worth it!"
--It really helps not to push for "exceptions" before you have even met her. Most folks are more likely to give deals to frequent clients, so become a frequent client before you think about raising such questions.
--And discussion of a discount, etc., should offer something back in return: volume business, etc.
--Once the offer is put out there, whatever she replies, be a gentleman. Amazing how many guys are not.