{"id":4320,"date":"2023-06-07T15:37:01","date_gmt":"2023-06-07T14:37:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/?p=4320"},"modified":"2023-06-07T15:38:32","modified_gmt":"2023-06-07T14:38:32","slug":"how-to-prepare-to-meet-a-client","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-prepare-to-meet-a-client\/","title":{"rendered":"How to prepare to meet a client"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What&#8217;s your go-to routine for meeting a client?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you pamper yourself with a deluxe shower routine? Or are you trying to find out your clients preferred aesthetic to ensure you meet their fantasies?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting ready to meet your clients is sometimes as important as the meeting itself. That\u2019s right. As an escort, your pre-work preparations are critical. From the way you present yourself to the location you arrange, every step builds up the success of the meeting.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#whyispreparationimportant?\">Why is it important to prepare before a client meeting?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#personalgrooming\">Personal grooming tips before meeting a client<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#howtocommunicate\">How to effectively communicate with a client before and after the meeting<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#preparingalocation\">Tips for preparing a client meeting location<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#howtopreparementallyandphysically\">How to mentally and physically prepare for meeting a client<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#clientscreening\">Client screening and what to look for<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#safetystrategies\">Safety strategies when meeting a client<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#thetakeaway\">The takeaway<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking to improve your preparations or want to learn how to prepare to meet a client, keep reading. We\u2019ve gathered some top tips from real escorts to help you understand the preparation process. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scroll down to learn more.\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"whyispreparationimportant?\"><strong>Why is it important to prepare before a client meeting?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparing to meet a client is super important. If your preparations are good, you\u2019ll be more confident and ready to impress. Whereas if you don&#8217;t prepare, you might miss the mark and disappoint your client.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typical preparations for escorts include personal grooming routines, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">communication<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, picking the location, choosing an outfit\/aesthetic, and checking safety plans. All of these choices leave you with less anxiety, allowing you to walk in and show your client a good time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Escorts who take time to prepare for client encounters provide more professional services. Their prep shows they\u2019re more dedicated to the job, and they\u2019re able to provide high-quality services to clients.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Risks of not preparing<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not preparing well to meet a client can pose some risks, including looking unprofessional, miscommunications, and potential safety concerns.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, unprepared escorts may seem disorganised, and this gives clients a negative experience. In the long term, this can harm an escort&#8217;s reputation and ability to book more jobs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being unprepared can also lead to miscommunications, including not <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/understanding-your-clients-desires\/\">understanding your clients&#8217; desires<\/a>. This also creates a low-quality experience, and clients won\u2019t be likely to come back or recommend you to others.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"personalgrooming\"><strong>Personal grooming tips before meeting a client<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleanliness is a must for any escort, and you shouldn\u2019t ever skip <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">personal grooming before a booking<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Personal grooming routines differ from escort to escort, and you should find one that makes you feel confident.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Typical personal grooming routines include:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Showers\/bathing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Ensuring you\u2019re clean and fresh is a must<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Choosing a hairstyle<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Ask yourself, &#8220;What aesthetic does this client like?&#8221; and use these answers to pick an appropriate look<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Makeup looks<\/b> &#8211;<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Some clients love heavy makeup, and others prefer a natural style. Which works best for your client?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Keep good oral hygiene <\/b>&#8211;<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Like showering, you must brush your teeth and ensure you have fresh breath. It\u2019s also helpful to avoid any foods with strong smells<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Wear deodorant <\/b>&#8211;<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This keeps you fresh after lots of activity<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You want to look and feel your best before you meet a client, and your client wants to meet an escort who is hygienic. If not, you run the risk of losing their business.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4390\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-prepare-to-meet-a-client-1.png\" alt=\"woman doing her makeup before meeting a client\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-prepare-to-meet-a-client-1.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-prepare-to-meet-a-client-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-prepare-to-meet-a-client-1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-prepare-to-meet-a-client-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-prepare-to-meet-a-client-1-600x338.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"howtocommunicate\"><strong>How to effectively communicate with a client before and after the meeting<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Communication is a must for escorts, and your communications start way before you meet your client in person.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve set a date, ask your client what their preferences are. For example, you\u2019ll want to know their desires, preferred aesthetic, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/sex-work-client-boundaries\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">boundaries<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This information will help you decide what to wear and how to act to impress them. After all, you\u2019re catering to their desires, so you want to ensure you tick their boxes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, many escorts offer niche services and looks, and you don\u2019t have to change your style on a whim. If you\u2019re a gothic-styled escort, you shouldn\u2019t have to change to a preppy style, as your niche should be obvious from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/marketing-for-sex-workers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your marketing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Be ready to dress up. Some clients may request <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/role-play-sex-tips\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">roleplaying outfits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before the meeting, you should also take time to discuss where you\u2019ll meet, whether it\u2019s an incall or outcall, and set out some overall expectations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"preparingalocation\"><strong>Tips for preparing a client meeting location<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If this is your first time meeting a client, you might not know how to set a location. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em><strong>We\u2019ve found some tips from experienced escorts to help you select a safe and appropriate location:<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Meet in public first<\/strong> &#8211; From a public cafe to a hotel lounge, stay safe by asking to meet in public before going private<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Use your own transportation to the meeting<\/strong> &#8211; Don\u2019t accept lifts from a client you\u2019ve never met<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Tell someone where you are<\/strong> &#8211; If possible, let a trusted friend or loved one know when you\u2019re going<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if you\u2019re working from home or your workplace, you might want to take extra steps to get the space ready for clients. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Like your appearance, preparing your workspace is key:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Set the mood<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; From candles to dim lighting, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/sensual-songs-playlist\/\">set the mood<\/a> before they arrive<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Ensure the space is clean<\/strong> &#8211; Take time to clean on the day of the booking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Have sexy supplies ready<\/strong> &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-use-sexual-lubricants\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lube<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">condoms, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/national-sex-toy-day\/\">toys<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Keep it private<\/strong> &#8211; Draw any blinds or curtains for discretion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Tell trusted friends you have a client over<\/strong> &#8211; Let people know when you\u2019ll be busy<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"howtopreparementallyandphysically\"><strong>How to mentally and physically prepare for meeting a client<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When meeting a client, last-minute nerves can kick in. <em><strong>Here are the top ways to mentally and physically prepare so you can work with confidence and have fun:<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eat a nourishing meal and drink plenty of water beforehand. Staying healthy and hydrated helps both your body and mind, and you\u2019ll feel 10\/10 and ready to enjoy your workday. Some escorts also work out on booking days to get their endorphins flowing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Try visualising a positive outcome. Visualising is a top tool for calming yourself down and creating a mental strategy. Imagine your ideal client meeting, and walk through every step in your mind to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/sex-work-and-mental-health-support\/\">release any anxiety<\/a>. Yoga and meditation are great mindfulness alternatives if visualising isn\u2019t your thing.<\/li>\n<li>Enjoy your personal grooming ritual. Instead of thinking about getting ready as a chore, put on some music and enjoy the preparations. From doing makeup to picking out an outfit, allow your creativity to flow before you meet your client.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4389\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-prepare-to-meet-a-client-2.png\" alt=\"woman on a laptop screening a client\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-prepare-to-meet-a-client-2.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-prepare-to-meet-a-client-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-prepare-to-meet-a-client-2-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-prepare-to-meet-a-client-2-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-prepare-to-meet-a-client-2-600x338.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"clientscreening\"><strong>Client screening and what to look for<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alongside preparing your body, mind, and location, screening clients is an essential pre-booking step. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/how-escorts-can-screen-clients\/\">Client screening<\/a> is the process of doing a background check on your client. This ensures they are who they say they are and they\u2019re safe to work with.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>When client screening, look for:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any bad online reviews<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aggressive behaviour<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pushback on your boundaries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Search their email\/number on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nationaluglymugs.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NUM<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/clienteye-and-vivastreet-partnership\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ClientEye app<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Haggling over price or services<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ID verification<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bad gut feelings &#8211; if you don\u2019t feel good, trust the feelings!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"safetystrategies\"><strong>Safety strategies when meeting a client<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The majority of escort booking pass without any negative incidents. But you still need to prepare safety strategies to ensure you\u2019re safe and ready.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top safety strategies for escorts include screening clients, carrying a legal self-defence tool, sharing your location with trusted friends, meeting in public places, setting boundaries, and getting consent. Always ensure these points are covered before you meet a new client.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, you should always trust your gut instinct. If something doesn\u2019t feel right, there\u2019s usually a reason why. Understand this feeling and take appropriate action to protect yourself from potential harm.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why are safety and preparation important?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good preparation and safety measures are equally important for escorts when meeting new clients. These factors ensure you\u2019re ready to provide high-quality services and ready to tackle any potential issues if they arise.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In short, preparing well increases the chances of a successful meeting and decreases the chance of any harm. Plus, it leaves you more likely to get great reviews as your services are fulfilling and professional.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"thetakeaway\"><strong>The takeaway<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prioritising preparation and safety are essential for all escorts. Whether you want to calm your nerves, level up your services, or simply ensure you\u2019re safe, these tips are here to boost your client&#8217;s success and your personal enjoyment. Always remember, when in doubt, trust your gut feeling and protect yourself.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What&#8217;s your go-to routine for meeting a client? Do you pamper yourself with a deluxe shower routine? Or are you trying to find out your clients preferred aesthetic to ensure you meet their fantasies?\u00a0 Getting ready to meet your clients is sometimes as important as the meeting itself. That\u2019s right. 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