Cautions, Warnings and Nags in Ads

[rickoshadows 937]

Lately I have noticed a trend in many of the adverts on this board and even on some websites. Warnings in bold red fonts about blocked numbers, don't ask what you can look up, do not be explicit on phone or in email, etc.

 

I don't know how the rest of you feel, but I get the impression I'm not welcome, even though I know the rules and wouldn't knowingly transgress them. I may as well negotiate a turn in the sack with my wife and go through similar unpleasantness.

 

The sad fact is, that in spite of those warnings and nags, the clients who trangess aren't paying attention anyway or are too fricken thick to think it applies to them. Those of us who know the drill are just seeing little "red flags" and the author comes across as "bitchy" although I am sure that is not their intention.

 

OK, I'll step down and slink back into the shadows now.

[Carrie Moon 68826]

You'd be surprised how many guys phone up to ask rates or call with blocked calls.. while it may be annoying to you.. no problem..our tantalizing pics and personalities should draw you in.

 

The red bold or whatever color bold is so that it makes it more obvious to those who solely think with their dicks and call without reading further.

 

Believe it or not it works... so as annoying or uninviting as it may seem to you.. too bad you feel that way and you may be missing out on an adventure simply because you feel annoyed.

 

I'm happier in the long run because I'm less annoyed :)

 

You know that song and the saying.. you can't please everyone so you got to please yourself... and off I go to pleasure.. uh I mean please myself.. uh I mean.. well you know.

[Kate von Katz 49953]

It's not the nice guys we are trying to make feel unwelcome, it's the creeps and time-wasters we're trying to make feel unwelcome. Not to sound trite, but I think a lot of guys seem to think that if they have enough money a lady will see them. There is more to it than money. A prospective client who has proven himself to be someone who is rude, lazy (not reading everything before asking dumb questions), or annoying is usually not a client ladies enjoy seeing. Consider it part of the screening process. And if this proves to be a turn-off for you, so be it. I'd rather turn off a few guys than have a headache day-in and day-out.

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[Carrie Moon 68826]

plus.. you are using the word nag incorrectly. How does an ad nag you? does it continue to call you up and remind you to put out the garbage/mow the lawn/rub my back? sorry.. had to.. smirks and slinks away back to play.

[Kate von Katz 49953]

ROFLMAO

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[Carrie Moon 68826]

ROFLMAO

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while you're rolling on the floor do you need me to tickle you to make you pee as well? I'm in a naughty mood..lol.

[Kate von Katz 49953]

NO!!! My brothers used to do that to me!!

You're awesome, Carrie :-)

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[Andee 220524]

plus.. you are using the word nag incorrectly. How does an ad nag you? does it continue to call you up and remind you to put out the garbage/mow the lawn/rub my back? sorry.. had to.. smirks and slinks away back to play.

 

Angela's drink goes up her nose.....

[Carrie Moon 68826]

NO!!! My brothers used to do that to me!!

You're awesome, Carrie :-)

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mmm.. are your brothers cute/available?

 

I was the big sister so I was the brat..who tickled my younger siblings to death. oh.. I just had a bad memory of an uncle who tickled me til I peed myself. oops..

[Grass_Hopper 18263]

If you think that about 10-15 ads with red bold warnings are annoying, what do you think about 50 calls with blocked numbers, guys jerking on the phone, asking for more pix, with stupid requests as bbfs... A day? And that's during the good days... THAT's annoying!

 

If you know the rules, thanks for respecting them, and just don't pay attention to the rest... After all, you're the one deciding to read it!

 

Did'nt meant to be bitchy, but there's some things that some of us have to do, other wise, we are getting pissed, and the good caller, as you are, is going to end up paying for it...

[Kate von Katz 49953]

I don't know how many times I've had guys detect my annoyance over the phone (which I honestly don't attempt to conceal) and they think that my annoyance surely is from another source. It can't be them annoying me. Asking for more photos, and services not offered, and discounts, and other questions that they would know the answer to if they read more than my phone number on my webpage. Nah, that would never annoy me.

 

Carrie: you're freakin' nuts! (In a good way) :-D

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[Annessa 22743]

its always better to read a warning than deal with the annoyed gal you would get on the phone if you didnt read the ad completely.

 

I had a potential client call 7 times in a row at 5 minute intervals all from a blocked number...i finally picked up the phone and asked if he was indeed the same caller...he said yes, but I wasn't picking up so he just kept calling. I told him to unblock his number in a less than impressed tone and slammed my phone shut.

 

pretty much from that point on I put the warning about blocked calls in my ad in bold red....along with a request in bold at the beginning of my ad to please read my ad completely.

 

hey, if someone says please....it cant be THAT much of a nag, can it?

 

putting these warnings in our ads also lets guys know why we may not be answering their calls if they are calling from a blocked number. I for one dont like looking like I'm ignoring someone so for me this just explains things.

[rickoshadows 937]

WHOAH! Shields up Mr Sulu! Get us outa here Scotty.

 

Judging by the swiftness and sting of your replies, the strategy doesn't seem to be working well, which was my point. But hey, its your add and your business decision.

 

btw, initiating this thread is a lot like broaching the subject of sex with the wife.

[Carrie Moon 68826]

WHOAH! Shields up Mr Sulu! Get us outa here Scotty.

 

Judging by the swiftness and sting of your replies, the strategy doesn't seem to be working well, which was my point. But hey, its your add and your business decision.

 

btw, initiating this thread is a lot like broaching the subject of sex with the wife.

 

Huh? What sting. I didn't see any whips about..

 

Using words like nag and bitchiness one would think would have brought more of the backlash you might have intended.. but I frankly don't see what you do here. What is it you were looking for?

 

The ladies (myself included) explained why we do this.. the strategy works fine... so how does it prove your point exactly? What do you suggest instead that might please us all?

 

Since we are on the receiving end of what works and what doesn't and no other respective clients have chimed in either way and one presupposes none of us is hurting for business from our advertising on here.. what did we do to help prove your point?

[Annessa 22743]

I have to agree with Carrie here...reading most of the replies here the only fight I saw in words was the talk about the tickle-fighting to the point of urination.

 

am I missing something?

 

either way I think you were "expecting" a fight but its not really here dude. its funny because if all the talk of cute guys ticke-fighting their sisters is being regarded as "bitchiness" and "sheilds up" territory no wonder you're having a hard time understanding the point of our ads. sigh. lol

[Megan'sTouch 23875]

Judging by the swiftness and sting of your replies, the strategy doesn't seem to be working well, which was my point. But hey, its your add and your business decision.

My warning to "please have a thorough look over my website before emailing me" has worked very well at ensuring clients understand my services prior to booking. :)

[Chanel Reign 28097]

plus.. you are using the word nag incorrectly. How does an ad nag you? does it continue to call you up and remind you to put out the garbage/mow the lawn/rub my back? sorry.. had to.. smirks and slinks away back to play.

 

LMFAO :butt:

[rickoshadows 937]

Perhaps I am guilty of a little hyperbole.

 

But I've seen a few threads of ladies complaining about those of us who don't read their add/websites and wondered if all the unsightly pre-emptive warnings were making a difference. Dealing with people in my job all day, I know there are those who will read everything including the fine print and those who won't read any of it, bold red or not. And even some of those who read it but don't think those rules apply to "him". For me, personally, wading through all the bold red "reminders" just moves me on to the next. I wonder how many others are doing the same.

[Nicolette Vaughn 294340]

Rick,

 

Don't take it personally. If many guys such as yourself took the time to read the entire ad then the amount of guys calling up from blocked numbers would be decreased significantly and escorts wouldn't have to put such statements in bright bold colors.

 

I also mention in my ad that I do not like to be texted. Right after I put up the ad I got a text from one of the "hey wassup guys" that said "Yo". I replied back with a smart ass comment of "Nooo". LOL. And that was the end of that. I don't think they were expecting that kind of response. Even though I state in my ads that I do not answer blocked calls or texts, I still get 2 or 3 everyday.

 

I think if someone looked at it from an SP's perspective they would realize that in this business you are constantly trying to protect yourself from what could go wrong. Almost like looking over your shoulder all the time. I guess you could say we are just trying to minimize the bs that we encounter from time to time. By doing this, it gives us more positive energy to provide satisfying encounters to our good clients who don't waste our time.

[etasman2000 15994]

For me, personally, wading through all the bold red "reminders" just moves me on to the next. I wonder how many others are doing the same.

 

I don't mind them. Unless they state something really different its like seeing an EULA (end user legal agreement). eyes skim text and done.

[fortunateone 156618]

I've been doing this long enough to know that many guys only read as far as the phone # (which is usually in my ad title or within the first 2 lines) and that's it, lol. But it only takes me 30 seconds to spout off the rates, description and location, and that is that. I actually prefer the opportunity to chat a bit, whether it is to verify a service or check out my hair colour, because that is how I screen the caller.

 

I would not have to do that 50 times a day tho if I had all of that info already somewhere else (I do not btw, any new caller has to ask me for rates and services, they do get a pic and a description tho)

 

What annoys me about blocked callers (I have no prob answering the calls -- many many of my great regs have blocked #s) but many new callers with block #s will do as described: call 5 or 6 times within seconds and never once leave a message with their #. Altho I answer when I am able, if I am busy I cannot. Calling back seconds later won't change that; not leaving a message ensures you will not reach me unless you call after a reasonable amount of time lol.

 

I have found also that many guys have been burned by what they read in an ad or site, only to get to see the sp and find out that nothing promised is actually available. They use the phone call to verify the rates and services directly with the sp. Being open to discussing them can make the difference between a new reg or a guy who decides to pass.

 

However, I do see the point of the ladies who post the advice in their ads and on their site. If it helps weed out the negative energy, then it accomplishes the goal.

[Guest S***dst***]

Imagine being called by telemarketers all day long.

 

You go to a Mcdonalds drive thru for a BigMac and specify you DON'T want the meal, just the sandwich, then they ask you if you'd like the meal.

 

You date someone with whom you have no chemistry. At the end of the night you tell them politely you're just not interested.

Then they call you 2-3 times a day for the next week to try and change your mind or act as if they don't believe you.

 

Now know why they do what they do :)

[Carrie Moon 68826]

:boobeyes:Bolding or adding a red color.. is much like making a stop sign red. How many people would drive right through it if it weren't red?

 

I'm not so worried that you will 'drive right by' my ad because you are offended by the red. If such a little thing bothers you you won't like my red lingerie either.:cooter:

[Guest]

I think that many sp's go threw great lengths to ensure they keep their clients happy. For example having a website, getting pictures done, having a selection of services on the website. This is a great option and business move but does not have to be done and is done for the client. I don't answer blocked calls because of prank calls and my safety. When someone calls me about my services. I don't mind talking on the phone at all. But when it comes to explaining this, that and getting requests for more pictures. I don't know? I rather not have this client and wait for someone else. I also think that the sp's are also trying to conduct themselves as business woman. Although sex is the best feeling ever. It shouldn't remind you of nagging. Remember when you go to the doctors, or anywhere really. There are some requirements to follow. If you ask me these girls are not asking for much. I don't think anyone is trying to be rude. It's more to week out the bad clients. Like the other girls said. I wouldn't take offence to that. A friendly reminder can go a long way and I think that's what these girls are meaning.

 

On a lighter note. Tell me all about the cute boys and who wins the tickle fight. I have my bet on Carrie.

[Grass_Hopper 18263]

Right on Peachy!

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