If you’re either an independent or an agency escort and you’re looking to promote your services, the best tip that you can follow is to practice discretion. With all the scams and the bad things happening these days, it is always better to be safe than sorry.

Escorting is supposed to be a pleasure-laden hobby. Both the provider and the client are bound to experience excitement during the meet-up. But then, you can never know during these hard times. Escorts like you could be walking right into peril and you don’t know it.

To ensure your safety as an escort, follow these tips:

1. Don’t advertise in escort directories that have a bad reputation.

Before you go out and promote your services, be sure to scout around for the best escort directory that services your area. There are directories that are mostly visited by unscrupulous individuals so better stay clear of them.

2. Don’t pay for an advertising spot unless you’re confident of good results.

Before shelling out money for a prime advertising spot in an escort directory, be sure that you first check out how well the site is performing in the search engines, how much traffic it generates, and what type of clients it brings.

3. When out on a date, be sure to know your client first.

Your client is a man who needs companionship. But you don’t know if he’s a gentleman or if he’s somebody rude. Find out first and never agree on a meeting on a private place during your first appointment. The safety measures that a woman normally does on a first date apply.

4. Always have a buddy.

While in this industry every other escort is a possible competition, it pays to have a friend or a roommate who can watch over your back. She can be another escort or just a loyal friend. Always tell her where you are and where you’re going to be sure.

5. Always set the ground rules before proceeding with the client.

It pays to let your client know your limitations, what you can do, and what he’s not going to have. This way, you can set his expectations properly. Doing so also keeps disappointment away.

6. Try to put your guards up.

On the first meeting, be sure to put out your nose and sense any potential dangers that could arise. If you feel uncomfortable for any reason, be sure that to find an easy way out of the meeting without causing trouble with your client, if possible.