Text to confirmed I have arrived

[Fkk]

When I have a business meeting in my work, I always arrive early so I am not delayed in traffic. I apply this to when I am on a meet with a SP.
Had this a couple of times when I have texted the SP saying that I have arrived and will be in time for our meeting.

I know text messages can read differently like they come across aggressively, but I have had a few SP text back saying I’m still getting ready and I will let you know when I am.

I have been on the doorstep 3 minutes early and got a bollocking and had a text message are still coming when I have been 3 minutes late with the same SP.

Damped if you do and damped if you don’t.

[itk]

If it’s not one who asks for a text when I’ve arrived I don’t bother. The least amount of communication the better I believe.

[FiveKnuckles]

I have been on the doorstep 3 minutes early and got a bollocking and had a text message are still coming when I have been 3 minutes late with the same SP.

how can you arrive on the doorstep 3 mins early?  all my punts they give the postcode and a call/text is required for door number. 

if I'm going to be 20mins early I'd msg the WG to ask if they can do 15mim earlier than agreed.  If they can't I slow walk or wait somewhere.

I've had the 'where are you?'  Got the flat number and logically you'd think its upper floors so check the upper floors only to find it was ground floor 

[clevertrevor]

I usually send a "here when your ready" text if it's a new girl or a simple "ready?" If it's a girl I've seen before.
I remember going to a flat before, I'd seen the girl a few times just in the one week so assumed it was safe to knock the door.  Nope ... Almost knocked the guys nose coming out instead of the door!

[TomTank]

"Hi, I've made it here early .... Please let me know when you are ready, and where to go. Tom xx"

 

[_Eldritch_]

"Hi, I've made it here early .... Please let me know when you are ready, and where to go. Tom xx"

 

Yeah pretty similar to what I say.

I just say I've parked up, let me know when your ready. Then wait for the text or call.

[shed]

A pointless thread to me. Naivity in the extreme

[lillythesavage]

A pointless thread to me. Naivity in the extreme

+1

[Atrueyorkie]

A pointless thread to me. Naivity in the extreme

Naivity?

OP, never had a problem with texting. I’d only assume you’d get a volatile response if you’re double texting or just blowing up the line. No problem being early (10 mins) punctuality and gets you in a good position to park.

If they want your business being 10 minutes early is okay usually my preferred way.

Drop off a text you’ve arrived. If they don’t reply before the scheduled appointment I.e. 5pm just give it 10 and then drop a text you’re going. No need to elongate it any further. Saves the punter time

[Fkk]

A pointless thread to me. Naivity in the extreme

Pointless you replying to my post.

[Fkk]

+1

And you +1

[shed]

OP, never had a problem with texting. I’d only assume you’d get a volatile response if you’re double texting or just blowing up the line. No problem being early (10 mins) punctuality and gets you in a good position to park.

If they want your business being 10 minutes early is okay usually my preferred way.

Drop off a text you’ve arrived. If they don’t reply before the scheduled appointment I.e. 5pm just give it 10 and then drop a text you’re going. No need to elongate it any further. Saves the punter time

Agree totally. My reason for saying a "pointless thread" is that it's blatantly obvious what to do pre and on arrival. It's just common sense isn't it. 

[RedKettle]

When I have a business meeting in my work, I always arrive early so I am not delayed in traffic. I apply this to when I am on a meet with a SP.
Had this a couple of times when I have texted the SP saying that I have arrived and will be in time for our meeting.

I know text messages can read differently like they come across aggressively, but I have had a few SP text back saying I’m still getting ready and I will let you know when I am.

I have been on the doorstep 3 minutes early and got a bollocking and had a text message are still coming when I have been 3 minutes late with the same SP.

Damped if you do and damped if you don’t.

I had the same issue in my early days where sending a text just to say I was nearby, often as they had requested, was batted back with an aggressive response as if I was demanding they let me in immediately. I just tweaked the wording to make clear I was waiting for booked time unless they would like me to start earlier.

I also had one where I was texting before and after the start time with no response. Decided I had been dumped for a better offer and left. Posted a negative here and she jumped on to say she had been waiting for me and I should have just walked in. No way was I just going to the door having never been there before without a text or call.

[RedKettle]

Agree totally. My reason for saying a "pointless thread" is that it's blatantly obvious what to do pre and on arrival. It's just common sense isn't it. 

If it is an issue for someone then it is never a pointless thread just because you think so. When I joined I really valued the basic advice on stuff like this. Those of us that have been doing this for years should keep in touch with what it feels like doing your first couple of punts.

[Blackpool Rock]

Agree totally. My reason for saying a "pointless thread" is that it's blatantly obvious what to do pre and on arrival. It's just common sense isn't it. 

I think the OP is simply highlighting that with some SP's you just can't win so if you text a few minutes early they kick off and if you don't text they kick off 
I hate the stress of being late so always aim to be in plenty of time then bang off a text informing them i'm booked for whatever time and perhaps my AW name, the text basically lets them know i'm there and to let me know when they are ready.

The above is basic (good) communication on my part and i'm sure a lot of SP's appreciate it, if an SP kicks off about this then the chances are the punt will be shit with a girl who has "Attitude" 

[Fkk]

I think the OP is simply highlighting that with some SP's you just can't win so if you text a few minutes early they kick off and if you don't text they kick off 
I hate the stress of being late so always aim to be in plenty of time then bang off a text informing them i'm booked for whatever time and perhaps my AW name, the text basically lets them know i'm there and to let me know when they are ready.

The above is basic (good) communication on my part and i'm sure a lot of SP's appreciate it, if an SP kicks off about this then the chances are the punt will be shit with a girl who has "Attitude" 

This is exactly what I mean.

[NelsonH]

Look at it this way. If she is stroppy BEFORE you actually get in then it WON'T improve when you do.  You are dodging the bullet here. You saved the money and can try again another day. 

[signy]

Look at it this way. If she is stroppy BEFORE you actually get in then it WON'T improve when you do.  You are dodging the bullet here. You saved the money and can try again another day.

This is very true. Once a punt has gone awry, it is very difficult to get it back on track. It might be frustrating, but better to happen before you get in than 10 minutes into the booking after she has got your money.

[Munter84]

I can't understand why arriving slightly early and letting the girl know you're ready would be a source of frustration for them - unless they're running some back to back, conveyor belt operation. I always let the SP know when I'm nearby; I don't expect to be seen immediately but it gives them the option to start the booking earlier if it suits them 

[NelsonH]

Well it's not a problem for all of them, or even most of them.  But some are just stroppy no matter what you do. 

[Stevelondon]

One of those things innit.
Some SP’s might appreciate your message, others might not. Who cares.

Punted this morning. Sent a text just to confirm things saying I shall be in the area approximately 30 minutes before the appointed booking.
Got a text back with a thank you and telling me I can arrive 15 minutes early if that’s the case.

[thor555]

If early or late always i message, no way do I wanna hang around on a door. Rather be in the pub

[Fkk]

Look at it this way. If she is stroppy BEFORE you actually get in then it WON'T improve when you do.  You are dodging the bullet here. You saved the money and can try again another day.

Good advice

[s0whatsnew?]

I get the idea that a good SP will  shower as close as possible to the agreed time and will therefore be unable to respond to a text until the very dot of time. 

Of course sometimes its a doomed project to repair misperceptions.  As others have said, its best to walk away.  I usually feel quite satisfied in doing this almost as if i had actually had the punt and now had the bonus of the saved dosh in my pocket.

[Stevelondon]

I get the idea that a good SP will  shower as close as possible to the agreed time and will therefore be unable to respond to a text until the very dot of time. 

Of course sometimes its a doomed project to repair misperceptions.  As others have said, its best to walk away.  I usually feel quite satisfied in doing this almost as if i had actually had the punt and now had the bonus of the saved dosh in my pocket.

Now that really is a fetish I’ve not heard of. 

[pbrown355]

It costs less than any other fetish I'm aware of

[s0whatsnew?]

Now that really is a fetish I’ve not heard of. 

You're giving me ideas, here !   

[Stevelondon]

You're giving me ideas, here !   

 

[Atrueyorkie]

I get the idea that a good SP will  shower as close as possible to the agreed time and will therefore be unable to respond to a text until the very dot of time. 

Of course sometimes its a doomed project to repair misperceptions.  As others have said, its best to walk away.  I usually feel quite satisfied in doing this almost as if i had actually had the punt and now had the bonus of the saved dosh in my pocket.

That’s actually hilarious and I can relate especially when it’s a costly one 

[s0whatsnew?]

It costs less than any other fetish I'm aware of

Ah well, I operate at the cheap end of the scale.   

[s0whatsnew?]

 

That’s actually hilarious and I can relate especially when it’s a costly one 

 

[petermisc]

When I have a business meeting in my work, I always arrive early so I am not delayed in traffic. I apply this to when I am on a meet with a SP.
Had this a couple of times when I have texted the SP saying that I have arrived and will be in time for our meeting.

I know text messages can read differently like they come across aggressively, but I have had a few SP text back saying I’m still getting ready and I will let you know when I am.

I fail to see anything wrong with an SP replying in that way - sounds very reasonable to me.  It is your message that comes across with aggressive undertones. 

"I have arrived" gives the impression that you are standing right outside their door.  Have you considered that many WGs might not liking the idea of clients hanging around outside their gaff, particularly for any length of time, as it could draw attention.  Let alone the aggressive undertone of "let me in now" that such a message clearly conveys.

But the additional "[I] will be in time" is the icing on the cake.  If you have arrived, then obviously you are in time - why do you feel the need to emphasise it?  Are you expecting the WG to be grateful for you being on time?  By emphasising that you are on time, you are clearly signalling that you will regard it as her fault if things don't start on time.  Do you act this belligerently with business colleagues?

I am surprised that you don't get something far more curt like "bog off, wait until I'm good and ready" in response.

[Marmalade]

Nowt wrong with either text. So you're standing freezing your nits off trying to look inconspicuous. She's trying to find a wet wipe after just kicking the last bloke out. Prossies are "professionals" by euphemism only. Try not to take umbrage or give any. You're simply trying to coordinate a business meeting. Nice if she's on time, but normally you are basically making an arrangement with a slapper who can't or won't hold down a normal well-paid job. If it was a drug-dealer they would also expect you to be on time but might ask you to wait.
It's one of the reasons that saunas / massage joints are so popular. You just walk in (mostly) and get a place to wait if she's not ready.
If the AW p4p is late, when you get in point out before handing the money over of looking at your watch and confirming "so the hour starts now?" Reason being she may have another client booked in after you and not want to keep him waiting even longer after getting aggro from yourself.