Becket

If you have escorted before you probably know most of this stuff: Guys who make that sort of money work their tails off. Lots of things that successful guys have to do on a regular basis may seem mundane, tedious, and unnecessary to the provider. These things often do not immediately pay off, and they take up a lot of your time. Some of these might be: 1. Polite and timely communication with a client or potential client. Do you respond to texts or emails in a timely manner, and with courtesy and friendliness, regardless of how the client may be communicating with you? 2. Being the highest priced guy in your market. Every time I see an ad with the phrase (and similar) "Upscale clients only," it makes me cringe. 3. Advertise. A lot. Get your name, FACE, and best characteristics on as many platforms you can find. 3. Get used to the fact that you are going to be criticized; often times unjustly. You are providing a fantasy experience. No matter how hard you try, there will be some who will take potshots against you because the experience did not meet the clients expectation of the fantasy. 4. Clients will cancel on you. A lot. Clients will schedule a time and then back out. There are a hundred reasons why a client might cancel. Ran out of money; got too nervous to go through with the appointment; something came up; client decided he really wasn't up for a session at the last minute. And on and on. Much of this you probably already know. In answer to your actual question, "what might a reasonably successful independent provider realistically expect to net per year in the current environment? If you work all the time and dedicate yourself to (within reason) the old saying "The customer is always right," an income of high five figures or low six figure income is not totally out of the question. Unfortunately: 1. The economy is a mess right now. Many clients are hiring less frequently than they used to. Which for many of us creates fewer discretionary dollars. 2. You are older now than you used to be. Experience is a great thing to have. I bet you're heavenly in bed. But many guys prefer than young dude, who, in my experience, often disappoints in the sack due to the lack of said experience. 3. If you will travel for work your expenses wiil eat you alive. Hard to believe how expensive everything is now. 4. Broadly and generally speaking, people are pissed off these days. Lots of reasons why; we all know them. I think it's harder now than it was ten years ago to create the fantasy potential clients are looking for. Anyway these are the things which popped into my brain then out onto this page at the beginning of another lovely day in Dallas. I'm sure other clients, wiser and more experienced than am I, can give you better feedback. But the subject was interesting. Thanks for posing the question and Good Luck.

I have always been perfectly fine when the appointment ends earlier than the scheduled time period due to my "finishing up." Don't feel any need to make the provider hang around when both of us are done. It's fine for me, in fact usually I'd rather just leave when we're done. If it's an overnight of course, that's different. I would have scheduled an overnight with one of the goals being to get to know the provider, and I appreciate the extra time cuddling, or having breakfast in bed, or taking a shower together. That stuff is fun for me. But, to each his own.

Even two years later from when this thread started, YOU, my friend, are just fine. I'd secure your services if you were closer. Hope you have hung in and done as well as possible in your chosen profession. As you have no doubt figured out by now, a thick skin can serve you well around these parts. Usually it's just one poster that will say or do something ugly. Hope you have figured out that almost all of the posters here think you are fine just the way you are.

Had a burger and fries from Culvers recently. It's a burger joint out of Wisconsin, making inroads into our area. It was delicious. But my Lord, the calories, the fat content. Definitely a place to visit no more than once a month or so. Sooooo good.

Meeegain doesn't want drama. LOL

Unusual pic coming from PBS.

You could bend him into a pretzel, or whatever shape your fantasies desire.

Wow! Must depend upon chemistry. Whodathunkit?

Made a friend I've had for almost twenty years. I'll love him until I'm gone.

Looks a bit like Hudson Williams from Heated Rivalry, though not as cute IMHO.

Come to Dallas, Vlad!

I would guess Arizona Diamondbacks. Same state that wouldn't recognize MLK birthday for a long time.

Not many soccer (football) fans here it seems.

The World Cup begins on June 11. I can't wait. Anybody else interested? I am picking France to win, though I hope England does well. Don't see the USA doing much, so I hope to be pleasantly surprised. I also cheer for Germany, even if my favorite player, the gorgeous Manuel Neuer, doesn't play. Always thought they had the best looking guys. LET'S GO!

Parts of Idaho are gorgeous. Been several times.

Looks very cute with glasses on, IMHO. I once had a guy who insisted on wearing glasses while doing the act. I almost asked him did he need the specs to see my manhood, but was afraid he might answer me.

I am quickly being priced out of this wonderful and most enjoyable hobby.

Sorry, must have been asleep that day in kindergarten when they taught how to count. Sigh!!!

Yes, please. Half a dozen Ginger Bread men. No. 6 I'll just take with me wrapped up in a paper towel.

Lord have mercy. Thank you. Your check in in the mail.

He is a professional, in all ways. There are very few who really work at, and devote their time to, his particular profession. And he's easy. Easy to look at, easy to schedule (usually), easy to warm up to, easy with older guys, easy attitude and "go with the flow" stuff. Just doesn't seem to get bothered by all the varied things he must have to deal with day after day, client after client. I really do admire his work ethic. Wish more providers were like him.

A boner developed by the therapist is always a good sign of progress. Always tell the guy you're a little nervous. It helps with the overall energy.

Chemistry boys! It ain't just a high school class. BTW, solid response, Shawn. Very professional.

Welcome. You have good taste.

What the hell is he doing in Harlingen, Texas?