Becoming a new escort is both exciting and feels stressful. Like any new business, it will take research, knowledge, and some trial and error to figure out the ins and outs. It also takes time to establish yourself and build regular clientele. That being said, you’ll need to have patience and time to get everything figured out.
Before you start out as an escort, some people decide to explore the industry by working for an agency and as a result, becoming independent. Other people choose to become independent from the start, instead of working for an agency. Whichever way you choose to do it, becoming a private escort is a big step. If you do it right, the rewards can be very high. We love to help people enter the industry. We always get lots of emails from people seeking advice on a variety of subjects, such as how to start their own business and why their website isn't getting hits. We hope you find the answers to most of your questions in this blog post. Here we will give you a little bit of information about where to begin - things that you need to be aware of, and links to important resources.
IMAGES - THE IMPORTANCE OF HIGH QUALITY PHOTOGRAPHY
Men are visually stimulated animals, so when it comes to your dating profile photos, you want to make sure they're astonishingly good. Having quality sensual photos is an absolute must; otherwise your thumbnail image will be bypassed for an alternate website.
Your escort images should be good quality in order to stand out. They don't need to be taken by a professional, but they do need a high-quality finish. The industry is very competitive - your image needs to capture the user's attention and make them want to reach out. Out of so many profiles to choose from, it is important that your images are the first one a client will pick up on.
Why settle for anything but the best quality possible? Professional photography will create an impactful campaign that you'll be proud of. If you're looking for a professional photographer, we've got the perfect person for you.
If you're fledgling in the realm of photography, you'll want to start with high-quality amateur photos. Make sure these images are warm, sensual and interesting by paying attention to the right background, pose, lighting and angle.
If you're going to use professional or amateur photography, keep in mind that when looking at an image the client needs to feel like they could be in the environment, too. What works well for a swimwear magazine will not necessarily be successful for your escort photography.
This is one of the reasons bedroom and boudoir photography are so popular. People love seeing beautiful, sensual pictures in these environments. They provide a perfect environment for your photos and make your client feel satisfied with your service.
Charge what you're worth. This mindset will help you weed out time-wasters who are just looking to get low-quality work at the lowest price possible. Basically, if they’re not willing to pay your effective hourly rate, they’re not worth your time.
Every escort will be different in their rates. This will depend on many factors, such as the companion themselves and their clientele.
You may feel that it’s important to charge your escorts an hourly rate. After all, who can put a price on companionship? Here are some of the ways they determine their pricing:
THE EXPERIENCE PROVIDED
Some services will be provided at a higher price than others. For example, erotic relaxation escorts may charge less than full-service escorts.
A Girlfriend Experience will often be cheaper than a Porn Star Experience.
This is why some specific services are offered as an upgrade at an additional charge.
LOCATION AND PRICE
When researching potential escorts in your area, it's important to remember that different companions charge different rates. The rates they offer can vary greatly based on their reputation, experience and personal preferences. We encourage you to compare the prices of many profiles when deciding who to work with. After looking at quite a few profiles yourself, you'll get an idea about the average fees for escorts in your area.
After you know the average price, you'll need to determine whether to charge the average rate, a higher one, or a lower one. Some new escorts might decide to charge a lower rate to be more competitive when they're just starting off. Others might decide to charge a higher rate.
You might want to offer a discounted rate for long bookings. This will encourage clients to book for longer by giving them the opportunity to spend less on an hourly basis. Setting your prices can require some trial and error, so consider these variables before jumping in. Of course, you're going to be flexible at first to find out what pricing works best for you. DO NOT let clients negotiate your price. Instead, tell them that it's set in stone so that you can avoid negotiations to keep your prices stable. Pricing is one of the few things you're in complete control over when starting your own business. Even if you decide to offer lower prices, some clients might try to negotiate with you. You need to stand your ground and let them know that there is no room for negotiation. Set the prices for your products and services yourself. If you change them or offer a special price, it's because you've chosen to do so.
PRIVACY - CAN WE SHOW YOUR FACE IN OUR PICTURES, OR DO YOU WANT TO BE IDENTIFIED AS A PRIVATE PERSON?
This decision is personal, and it's up to you to decide how much of your face you want other people to see. Some escorts show all of their face, while others choose not to.
It's important to figure out which method is best for you and your personal needs. You should spend some time figuring this out before making a decision.
If you want to stay anonymous, there are lots of techniques you can use. For example, you could: cropping out their face
We try to do our best to blur your face out of the photo.
taking photos with your face hidden by your hair, using your hands or a prop in the frame
DON'T USE FAKE IMAGES
Even if you want to keep your identity private, there are certain rules to follow. For example, you should never use a picture of someone else in your escort advertisement. Doing so is a breach of copyright, and it may be illegal in your state. Using other images will make people mistrust you. There are many creative ways for escorts to have nice photos taken that don't reveal their identity.
HOW ONE ESCORT IDENTITY IMPACTS YOUR OTHER BUSINESS ROLES
If you're a new companion and you're listing several different profiles, many clients may be left confused. They'll worry that you're with the other person's agency too because of the shared images or contact information.
If a client sees your website listed on several escort directories with different names, they may become suspicious and think that the images are fake.
It is important to be consistent on all websites that you own.
WE RECOMMEND YOU RESEARCH YOUR ESCORT'S NAME FIRST.
One of the most common mistakes new escorts make is to select an escort name and use it right away, without any research. This is problematic because (1) there may be active escorts with that same name so they might not appreciate it and (2) most people will not see this as innocent. It's not a great way to start your escort career.
Having the same name as your clients can also be a problem. Clients might mistakenly think you're someone else, or they've had this happen in the past. Even if you don't have a similar appearance, it can still occur - that's why we take the time to write a detailed letter of introduction for our new clients.
CHOOSE A NAME, AND STICK TO IT
Attracting clients can be a struggle, but sticking with your escort name is helpful to get you started. Once you've chosen a screen name, it is best to stick with it for as long as possible. To become established and build a regular clientele and reputation, it's important that customers find you. If you change your escort's page name, old links to your original profile will not work and your loyal repeat clients who are trying to reach you may be unsuccessful.
YOU CAN CHOOSE HOW YOU WANT YOUR CLIENTS TO CONTACT YOU
Which would be better for you - email, phone or both?
How would you like contact? If you receive contact by phone, will you also be taking enquiries by text or by phone call?
Are you answering personal calls during office hours?
A lot of escort don't answer calls from private numbers. They use this vetting process to make sure they're screening the right type of client for their location and services. When setting up your email and contact information, it's best to keep your personal and business contacts separate. Purchase a new phone number and set up a new email address specifically for your escort company.
When setting up the email address for your blog, there are a few things you'll want to double-check. Make sure that your display name is correct, and that no personal information is publicly displayed (like your display name). When you're done setting it up, test your email account to make sure everything works as expected.
GET YOUR BUSINESS THE MOST PROMINENT AND HIGH-QUALITY ADVERTISING WITH THE ESCORT DIRECTORIES
There are many choices of directory sites to advertise on. To make the most of your time and investments, it may be a good idea to choose directories that are well-known with strong search engine presence and customer service.
There are some great locations where you can advertise for free. When choosing a location, it's important to remember that you need to have control over the content featured on your ad. If you upload your images and profile information to a website without customer service, you may not be able to edit your ad in the future if there is an emergency. For example, your profile may be out of date or contain old information. This becomes a problem when you need to turn off your ad temporarily for an emergency situation. You would want the advertisement gone as well so that it doesn't obscure other content on the site.
If you ever retire and someone decides to remove all your profile information and pictures from a website, it will stay online indefinitely.
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