Might be hanging up my provider hat for good....

[Annef]

There are several things to do if things are a little slow. Soze's recommendation to pay for a TER account is a good one. I need to do that. Also, I have had good luck with EROS. It's expensive as escort ads go, but the couple of times I have used it, more than paid for itself. Also, investing in the featured ad and top ten listing on p411 helps. Another suggestion is to try a little traveling. A lot of great towns a couple of hours from Austin, mid-sized towns are great because they aren't inundated with local escorts. College Station springs to mind. I always do really well there. I know its hard when you are low on funds, but you really have to invest in advertising. I read somewhere that most small businesses fail because they don't have a marketing strategy. It's the same with this. One last thing, which I am terrible at, but pics, pics, pics. Our gentlemen friends are extremely visual creatures. New pics once a month would probably go a long way. Note to self: needs new pics. That's my two cents. Hope you feel better. Nothing worse than being sick AND stressed out about money. Chin up, sweetie.

[LordBeaverbrook]

Originally Posted by Annef

There are several things to do if things are a little slow. Another suggestion is to try a little traveling. A lot of great towns a couple of hours from Austin, mid-sized towns are great because they aren't inundated with local escorts.

I've heard West Texas is often starved for quality providers and a tank of gas and a notel might do wonders. Of course early pre-bookings might be wise too and the climate is hot, but dry (and the do have air conditioning) so it can be restorative sometimes as well (not to mention the $$$)

Originally Posted by Annef

I know its hard when you are low on funds, but you really have to invest in advertising. I read somewhere that most small businesses fail because they don't have a marketing strategy. It's the same with this.

True, so true.

Originally Posted by Annef

One last thing, which I am terrible at, but pics, pics, pics. Our gentlemen friends are extremely visual creatures. New pics once a month would probably go a long way. Note to self: needs new pics. That's my two cents. Hope you feel better. Nothing worse than being sick AND stressed out about money. Chin up, sweetie.

We are and good cameras are everywhere and cheap and digital pics cost almost nothing. We all send you our best wishes and thoughts and I concur, keep your chin up.

Oh, now is the best time in a few years to get a RL job, even part time that I've seen since 2008, though competition in Austin can be fierce.

[bigv123]

Having met Lindsay at a couple recent events, it would be really sad for you to leave the hobby. You're a super girl and very fun to be around!

I the past 5 years or so that I've been around this community, there's one thing I think most providers overlook when it come to their business. YOUR BODY. Now this doesn't apply directly to you Lindsay, but is more of a general statement. Ladies, the shape and condition of your body is, quite literally, your business. Yet, why are so many providers out of shape?!? I honestly don't get it. While there is certain a niche market out there for BBWs, the reality is that is a very small fraction of the male population. Getting your body into good, doesn't have to be great, but just good shape and then advertising with a new round of photos WOULD do wonders for all you ladies, IMHO.

And, I also like everything that Annef said as well! Very good advice there!

[AfterDarkIFeel]

Hang in there Lindsay! Looking forward to seeing you again if I can get healthy myself, lol. Luck has to turn your way eventually, hopefully sooner rather than later. You're too cute, fun, and sweet for this tough stretch to continue much longer.