Why is it so hard to be on time?

[zebra]

Shopping at Wal Mart is NOT a reason for being late....

Simply poor planning & time management.


Glenn, I couldn't have said it better.

Originally Posted by Glenn Quagmire

Being on time is one of the big factors that separates the "escorts" from the "hookers"

I visited a lady a few months back and I knew from the get go she had a time management problem. Knowing that in advance was cool cause when I scheduled I asked her if she wasn't ready at our scheduled appointment time could I just hang out and do my EBay & Amazon sales work on my computer until she was ready and she said yes. Well 2 hours later we got started but I didn't mind. We got along like best friends and asked me to stay the night, no fee. We are still friends.

I realize some of us are on tight schedules and just cant do as we please therefore being on time very important. 10 minutes is a little extreme though. Myself I've been up to 30 minutes late cause it took me too long to I get up & get off my ass and get ready to go. And it takes me 50 mins. to drive to N. Dallas from Ft. Worth.

[Alyssa Marie]

Originally Posted by zebra

I realize some of us are on tight schedules and just cant do as we please therefore being on time very important. 10 minutes is a little extreme though. Myself I've been up to 30 minutes late cause it took me too long to I get up & get off my ass and get ready to go. And it takes me 50 mins. to drive to N. Dallas from Ft. Worth.

Lol.. Don't be so shocked if the next lady that you screen with declines your screening.

[Guest110416]

Great thread oldmarine! I think that this and quite frankly any profession that requires you to make appointments ahead of time, basically so both parties can plan accordingly, every one should be on time, or due to unforeseen events, let someone know ASAP for rescheduling if both people agree. But since we do not live in a perfect world, that scenario will not happen 100% of the time. It is called TCB skills and plenty of providers have it, but unfortunately, many others do not. One reason why some providers are popular and are around for long periods while others tend to fizzle out and either come back with a new name or end up doing something else for an income or extra money.

[wynter_ice]

YET AGAIN WHY I SAY WE ALL HAVE FAULTS AND ISSUES BOTH SIDES DO THIS AND MORE DAILY WHY BITCH.... DOESNT DO ANYTHING WANT CHAGE IT OR FIX IT....JUST MOVE ON... EVEN THE SUB WYNTER ICE MAY NOT PLEASE THEM ALL...BUT I NEVER DO ALERTS ...... I HAVE BETTER THINGS TO DO LIKE POST PIC'S TP U SEMPER FI.... GOOD DAY SIR

[Guest092216]

Originally Posted by wynter_ice

YET AGAIN WHY I SAY WE ALL HAVE FAULTS AND ISSUES BOTH SIDES DO THIS AND MORE DAILY WHY BITCH.... DOESNT DO ANYTHING WANT CHAGE IT OR FIX IT....JUST MOVE ON... EVEN THE SUB WYNTER ICE MAY NOT PLEASE THEM ALL...BUT I NEVER DO ALERTS ...... I HAVE BETTER THINGS TO DO LIKE POST PIC'S TP U SEMPER FI.... GOOD DAY SIR

Well, that clears that up.

I bet daty/o is gonna enjoy making it up to Aleisha

Originally Posted by TexTushHog

In some professions -- medicine comes most readily to mind -- the unexpected events are important enough and the disparity between the value of the time of the two parties is significant enough that we tolerate chronic lateness, but this is NOT one of those professions.

I lol'd at the irony of our rw prof perspectives in this instance bc from a medical perspective, a lot of the delays in medical care settings are a result of legal issues. A good chunk of nursing shifts are spent document everything (and I mean everything) so the staff and the facility are legally covered should a lawsuit arise, which causes a delay in care.

Just to be clear, I'm not saying anything bad or confrontational, it just made me smile reading that.

And yes, people should respect each other's time. Sometimes that means passing on a last minute appt if it will inconvenience the gent you have already committed time to. Live and learn.

[rexdutchman]

People should respect each others time, I'm like most I understand that Shit comes up , however I'm like most I have a limited time to hobby. I also understand providers have schedules lives etc

[rcinokc]

Originally Posted by TexTushHog

In some professions -- medicine comes most readily to mind -- the unexpected events are important enough and the disparity between the value of the time of the two parties is significant enough that we tolerate chronic lateness, but this is NOT one of those professions.

I have no tolerance for it from doctors. They are supposed to be professionals of the highest order, and have an entire staff to help run their business. I light their ass up every time they run late, and I'm sure there is a note in my file that says "grouchy old man". But the last time they were running an hour behind they called me and told me so I could plan accordingly. Probably had something to do with me reminding them that while it made them feel important to call us "patients" we are actually their customers and without us they would be emptying bedpans in nursing homes.

[Grace Preston]

It isn't that hard to be polite and take your chosen "career" seriously. I am often overly careful with time, to the point that I am often 30-40 minutes early and twiddling my thumbs.

On the flip side.. my attitude towards gents running late really depends on their level of communication. If they are letting me know they are running behind, no big deal. If they just randomly show up 15 minutes late, well that 15 minutes is on them, not me.

[Spikebaby]

On that note.......

What do you feel is appropriate in regards to gentlemen being late. I am not talking about the douche bag who just can't seem to get their shit together. I am talking about when they have made the effort to be there but something has caused a delay and they have kept you in the loop about how far away they are, when they are trying to arrive etc.

If you schedule for an hour and due to circumstances beyond their control they are 15-30 minutes late. If you are not able to accommodate them for more than the scheduled hour...do you expect to pay the full donation? just do half an hour and get the fully scheduled donation? What do you guys and gals think is fair?

Spikebaby

[FunInDFW]

Edit: in response to Spikebaby.

If it's something that could have been avoided on my part such as traffic, construction on my route to you, etc. I expect to have my time being late reduce my session time and still be full price - regardless if she can accommodate me staying longer. At that point the onus is mine.

If its an 'act of God' type thing like a tire blowing out, weather knocked down a tree and I need a new route, etc. I think good communication leads to a mutual outcome. Reduced time at reduced rate, a complete reschedule, and so on. Even still, I'd probably over compensate the provider when we did get together. Her understanding, communication, manners, kindness, etc. all play a part. If she was a complete bitch and nagging me for something that wasn't in my control... Probably a different story.

If she's solely responsible for a delay, then I'd expect full time at full price. If she cannot accommodate full time, then reduce rate for time remaining would be expected and appreciated. So much that I'd probably make up for the difference during the next session. That is, of course assuming I can still make the session due to the delay. If a reschedule is needed, and communication has been good, I don't expect an special 'deal' for her to make up for the inconvenience. If she does, great; but not expected. As before, I'd show my appreciation in return during future sessions.

There are so many scenarios it's hard to nail them down. Just comes down to how we interact, handle the situation, and understand each of our responsibilities.

*sent via phone, excuse wonky autocorrects.

[Guest110416]

Originally Posted by Spikebaby

On that note.......

What do you feel is appropriate in regards to gentlemen being late. I am not talking about the douche bag who just can't seem to get their shit together. I am talking about when they have made the effort to be there but something has caused a delay and they have kept you in the loop about how far away they are, when they are trying to arrive etc.

If you schedule for an hour and due to circumstances beyond their control they are 15-30 minutes late. If you are not able to accommodate them for more than the scheduled hour...do you expect to pay the full donation? just do half an hour and get the fully scheduled donation? What do you guys and gals think is fair?

Spikebaby

If that is the case, after she told me that she could not accommodate me past the hour scheduled, I would reschedule and when I do finally make it to see her for a session, then I would tip her for a session and a half.

[Guest060214]

I think I see her...

[Spikebaby]

Both EXCELLENT answers! I think with communication, respect for others time (from both ends) and a good attitude it just builds for a great session.

Spikebaby

P.S. FID.....can I start calling you Izzy?

[Spikebaby]

Originally Posted by Jarvis

I think I see her...

HEEE_STERICAL!

[oldmarine]

Originally Posted by TexTushHog

In some professions -- medicine comes most readily to mind -- the unexpected events are important enough and the disparity between the value of the time of the two parties is significant enough that we tolerate chronic lateness, but this is NOT one of those professions.

I don't tolerate chronic lateness from my doctor either. I have left more than one doctor's office because of lateness. I always schedule the first or second appointment of the day to avoid delays. If the doc is running late first thing in the morning then he/she has no respect for my time and go find another doctor.