Most of you will notice My rates have increased. Allow me to explain...
I tried to keep my rates reasonable and affordable for the hard working man. However, I find myself wanting to raise them to avoid the ignorance and headaches of ncns and negotiations. I'm still trying to decide on what my rates will be. Regulars have, of course, been grandfathered in... But regular means I've seen you more than 3 times in a 3-6 month period. Here's how my rates, regulars and ncns all ties into one discussion.
Ive come to realize that most of the guys who ncns are ones who are always looking for a better deal. I have a client who always tries to negotiate with me on my phone, never sets dates, then asks how much time does ____ amount of money buy him! Etc etc etc.. The only time he didn't attempt to negotiate with me was our first and only meeting. Since then he's ncns' me twice. And texted asking for discounts so I knew he was searching for cheaper.
I feel my rates were low enough that they still drew the attention of negotiators...or, perhaps my rates were around the same as some of the bp girls who DO negotiate and sell their ass for $60-80. That's definitely not me. I won't be offering discounts anymore as it seems the ones I offered were not appreciated. Just because you've seen me before doesn't make you a regular. Just because you seen me when I was offering a discount doesn't mean that's your forever rate. I made the mistake of giving a person who'd seen me twice the established clientele rates, now, he too, tries to negotiate with me. Maybe I'm too lenient, in fact, I'm sure I am. Im not a clock watcher and I'm pretty laid back. But, I still have to produce income.
I apologize, but I have to stick to my guns and be more firm about my rates and time. If you ncns me, don't contact me again. I won't even mess with cancellation rates--just don't call me. If you are a regular and feel your rate isn't low enough--then please call another girl with a lower rate. Variety is the spice of life! But don't attempt to negotiate with me or our relationship ends there.
Again, I'm sorry for the rate change and for sounding like a hard ass but this is my business and my time...I need to make these necessary changes to better my business and avoid the bs and time-waters.
Thanks!