Hiring etiquette

[TheJusticeLeague]

Do most guys require business class flights? I have solicited 3 guys from out of state to come to me due to my work schedule.. but all requiring a biz class flight which is 5x the normal economy flight lol. I get you trying to make money but I feel that deters people from hiring ?? Is it negotiable or have anyone tried? Perhaps have them fly the economy and pay them the difference instead of the airfare? Thoughts ? Does it make me seem cheap to negotiate 

Edited 10 hours ago by TheJusticeLeague

[KeepItReal]

34 minutes ago, TheJusticeLeague said:

Do most guys require business class flights? I have solicited 3 guys from out of state to come to me due to my work schedule.. but all requiring a biz class flight which is 5x the normal economy flight lol. I get you trying to make money but I feel that deters people from hiring ?? Is it negotiable or have anyone tried? Perhaps have them fly the economy and pay them the difference instead of the airfare? Thoughts ? Does it make me seem cheap to negotiate 

Is the flight more than 3 hours? Do you expect him to get to work right after he steps off the plane? How long is the visit?  It may be a reasonable request...or not.  And yes, it may make you seem cheap depending on circumstances. 

[TheJusticeLeague]

1 minute ago, KeepItReal said:

Is the flight more than 3 hours? Do you expect him to get to work right after he steps off the plane? How long is the visit?  It may be a reasonable request...or not.  And yes, it may make you seem cheap depending on circumstances. 

Ahh that makes sensei guess. Didn’t see it in that perspective. Flight is about 5 hours lol and no I don’t expect work right after.. I mean I was hoping to get drinks and just mingle a little before the “fun stuff.” But the price is like a $1600 difference in business vs economy. It’s a 3 day trip I’m looking at. No problem paying for overnight of asking but the biz class seems little extra when I don’t travel biz myself. 

[rickster]

Maybe compromise and get extra leg room seats in economy.  It seems a bit much to me to expect first class flight for a five hour flight. 

[italianboyph]

No I wouldn't require business class at all. As long as I'd have a way there and back I'm satisfied, on top of someone willing to see me and fly me out.

[MikeBiDude]

3 hours ago, TheJusticeLeague said:

Do most guys require business class flights? I have solicited 3 guys from out of state to come to me due to my work schedule.. but all requiring a biz class flight which is 5x the normal economy flight lol. I get you trying to make money but I feel that deters people from hiring ?? Is it negotiable or have anyone tried? Perhaps have them fly the economy and pay them the difference instead of the airfare? Thoughts ? Does it make me seem cheap to negotiate 

No.

[jawjateck]

I have never received this request as part of negotiating travel arrangements.

[TheJusticeLeague]

11 minutes ago, jawjateck said:

I have never received this request as part of negotiating travel arrangements.

You have a profile too?? Or were you hiring? 

[+ purplekow]

This might also depend on the escort.  If you have a 6 foot 4 230 pound muscle man coming, then he might not be able to travel comfortably in economy.  If he is a 5 foot 2 130 pound twink, I think economy is reasonable.  Definitely not worth a difference of $1600 in either case.  

[SecretProvider]

5 hours ago, TheJusticeLeague said:

Do most guys require business class flights? I have solicited 3 guys from out of state to come to me due to my work schedule.. but all requiring a biz class flight which is 5x the normal economy flight lol. I get you trying to make money but I feel that deters people from hiring ?? Is it negotiable or have anyone tried? Perhaps have them fly the economy and pay them the difference instead of the airfare? Thoughts ? Does it make me seem cheap to negotiate 

I have had both bought for me. Either is fine. 

A business class flight is appreciated but not required.

If the trip is for more than a weekend I will need to have carry on bag added not just the overnight personal item sized bag - thats all.  If a guy is going to miss out on a booking like that because he is demanding business class flight, find someone else. 

 

Edited 4 hours ago by SecretProvider

[DMonDude]

9 hours ago, TheJusticeLeague said:

Do most guys require business class flights? I have solicited 3 guys from out of state to come to me due to my work schedule.. but all requiring a biz class flight which is 5x the normal economy flight lol. I get you trying to make money but I feel that deters people from hiring ?? Is it negotiable or have anyone tried? Perhaps have them fly the economy and pay them the difference instead of the airfare? Thoughts ? Does it make me seem cheap to negotiate 

I'm sure certain providers operate under the notion that if you already can afford to fly people to you from out of state on top of possibly covering their hotel, and their actual hiring rate, the extra cost for seat upgrades is negligible.

Or at least, that's the level of client they're seeking/expecting/used to when they make that kind of request. Doesn't hurt to ask to try to figure out some agreement, but I'd imagine they'd de-prioritize you for someone who would just buy the more expensive ticket if they happened to come along.

Edited 1 hour ago by DMonDude

[TheJusticeLeague]

31 minutes ago, DMonDude said:

I'm sure certain providers operate under the notion that if you already can afford to fly people to you from out of state on top of possibly covering their hotel, and their actual hiring rate, the extra cost for seat upgrades is negligible.

Or at least, that's the level of client they're seeking/expecting/used to when they make that kind of request. Doesn't hurt to ask to try to figure out some agreement, but I'd imagine they'd de-prioritize you for someone who would just buy the more expensive ticket if they happened to come along.

I agree I guess as a provider they may feel that way.. but merely asking shouldn’t give them that instinct and with that mindset of wanting business class flights only will alienate people who actually wanna meet ? 🤷‍♂️ I mean this guy is looking at a $1600 vs $350 flight lol. It cost less for me to travel to him at this point but just not as convenient with time off from work etc. I appreciate the response.