The industry long term for Reception/Management staff

[Ivy James]

One for the Reception/Management Staff!

A little background on me, I've worked on and off in the industry for almost 10 years now in reception/management roles. Some years ago at an Adult Industry Awards evening I was approached by a private provider in regards to working as her assistant, from there I've been reffered to several other ladies and here we are!

As much as I adore working in this capacity and the pay is superior to what I was earning as a brothel or agency receptionist, it's also a LOT of hours which leaves me with a non existent life outside work.

So my options next year after giving notice to my beauties, would either be to return to the vanilla workforce or reception at a brothel/agency.
I would love to return to brothel reception/management work, however am a little worried about job prospects as many parlours have been closing, particularly in Melbourne.
I know the industry is always up and down, but this is a little distressing!

Honest opinions from Receptionists and Managers most welcome! Do you believe there is a future for long term employment in this amazing industry or would you be cautious to put all your eggs in one basket?

It would truly sadden me to leave the industry all together but I do worry about life after the industry if it became too difficult to find full time hours down the track. Is the industry changing in other states like it seems to be here in Victoria?
Perhaps a change of state may be in order for the next chapter?!

Interested to hear your thoughts!

 

[Phoebe]

job prospects as many parlours have been closing, particularly in Melbourne.

Welcome to the world controlled by men in suits.. when they have destroyed Australia and its prospects for its 25 Million Citizens then what? next nation to destroy... Its just not parlors BUT the whole freaking nation that is broken... Every game is closing and battling at the moment... why we outsourced it all to India and China as we have became that useless at making stuff.. But welcome to the new world order brought to you by some useless piece of crap in a white shirt and blue tie... !

 

[Ivy James]

Its just not parlors BUT the whole freaking nation that is broken... Every game is closing

Very true, many of my civi friends are in the same stressful situation in a plethora of industries...

 

[Ivy James]

Very true, many of my civi friends are in the same predicament from a plethora of industries

 

[TantraShiva]

Would love to find a job at a place like LTs. Perhaps fish carer or in-house massage wellness support worker.

Hope businesses can survive this financial down turn.

 

[Mrs Langtrees]

There still is long term prospects the business that are closing are not keeping up to date with the client and girls needs. I see private increasing again over the next 1 years and only 33% of ladies working in parlours, so there will be a need for well trained receptionist. Are you anywhere close to Canberra, Darwin or Perth?

 

[Ivy James]

I agree that many places are not moving with the times!
I've had to beg previous establishments I've worked with to build websites, promote online and get more involved with community members, but alas, some are stuck in "the good old days".
I'm currently in Melbourne, however I have no family ties here, so will be contemplating moving perhaps next year if there is stability within the industry elswhere

 

[CC Grace]

Agree, private work is only temporary, depends on the service provided . Clients I have found would still pick a working girl who provides natural services over someone who doesn't. I haven't been in this industry for long and yet struggling with this situation. I have never caught any sexually transmitted disease in my life. You can tick most boxes but at the end of the day men can still pick you based on the service's you provide. I have worked/seen women who provide natural services in this industry, its not fair that I feel pressure/guilt into doing things that I am uncomfortable with. No means no! And my health is my out most priority, How do other working girls/people deal with this situation?

 

[Logan VIP Perth]

Hey Ivy
Good luck with your job hunting in which ever industry you decide on!
Here in Perth it seems to me that a few of the older well known establishments have closed tho from what I have heard for a couple of them their leases couldnt be renewed but thats what I heard dont know if its true or not? On the flip side there seems to be a lot of Asian massage places opening! Here in the west I think maybe it has to do with how the mining is going! Anyhoo I wish you well! x

 

[Ivy James]

There still is long term prospects the business that are closing are not keeping up to date with the client and girls needs. I see private increasing again over the next 1 years and only 33% of ladies working in parlours, so there will be a need for well trained receptionist. Are you anywhere close to Canberra, Darwin or Perth?

oops, I should have quoted my reply (still working out this site!

I agree that many places are not moving with the times!
I've had to beg previous establishments I've worked with to build websites, promote online and get more involved with community members, but alas, some are stuck in "the good old days".
I'm currently in Melbourne, however I have no family ties here, so will be contemplating moving perhaps next year if there is stability within the industry elswhere

 

[Phoebe]

I agree that many places are not moving with the times!

The whole of Australia..... Go live in Germany, and most other EU nations for a few months, then come back here and set your year to 1960's ..

Australia is a backward nation sorry.. but if Australia loved business and its own success as much as it loves sports maybe it could be something BUT right now its an expensive backward nation... A German Lady I know coined Australia as this:

A 3rd world nation with a 1st world Medical System!

Melbourne

One massive boring city!

 

[Harlots_Bec]

Honest opinions from Receptionists and Managers most welcome! Do you believe there is a future for long term employment in this amazing industry or would you be cautious to put all your eggs in one basket?

ALWAYS HAVE A BACK UP PLAN - no matter what you do. I believe everyone's shelf life in this industry is different. If you know how to market yourself then absolutely there is longevity in the industry. But I do believe the hustle is getting harder and that is a large part of why I decided not to be a sex worker anymore. More and more women are entering the industry every day, so you need to find something that makes you stand out and try & establish a good base of regulars and keep your pricing competitive - but that's just my 2 cents

 

[Phoebe]

More and more women are entering the industry every day,

Yep, I know a few parlors over east that are not putting any new girls on, they have said its tragic at the moment, loads of women of all walks of life walking in wanting to work, but can't even get a few shifts as they already have full rosters. They know some ladies are in need of cash fast, but are unable to get it, coupled with rents that are record highs in Sydney and Melbourne its going to be a bumpy ride.

It will get to the stage where major lay offs will happen, once one company does it it will be a flow on effect.. The RBA has nothing left, the PM telling companies to keep staff on THEY have not listened to any PM about giving pay rises for the past 20 years, so why should they listen now, and we all know what and whom this will effect the most.. which the flow on effect is men cut back on fun or the booking times eg only do 30 mins instead of 1 hour, and maybe move to cheaper Asian Parlors sex is sex after all.. sorry to say..

Looking at SB and EB and PG every day more and more ladies entering the game getting sad really but what can they do, women need cash just as men do to use these services, which is all reliant upon men being employed...

 

[Ivy James]

One massive boring city!

Time for a change I have to agree!

 

[Phoebe]

Time for a change I have to agree!

I did about 8-10 years in Melbourne.. and I for one am not in a hurry to go back.. maybe to see Chaddy and catch up with a few people I know then leave... so about a week would do me..

 

[Ivy James]

ALWAYS HAVE A BACK UP PLAN - no matter what you do. I believe everyone's shelf life in this industry is different. If you know how to market yourself then absolutely there is longevity in the industry. But I do believe the hustle is getting harder and that is a large part of why I decided not to be a sex worker anymore. More and more women are entering the industry every day, so you need to find something that makes you stand out and try & establish a good base of regulars and keep your pricing competitive - but that's just my 2 cents

I'm not a sex worker, I'm in management But I get what you're saying. My question was more so if Parlours will eventually become a thing of the past, thus ~ no employment prospects for reception work.

I do agree we all should have a side hustle no matter what capacity we work in though!

 

[Tania Admin]

Depending on the capacity you work in brothel reception/management really does interfere in personal time. When I was managing Darwin I had very little family or friends time that was not interrupted by work. Calls, messages, counselling, diffusing situations, checking websites, making sure staff and cleaning was always up to scratch. I got so burnt out and my family missed me even when I was home. Sometimes doing up to 22 hour shifts when we were short staffed.
If you work as a receptionist for an agency and can switch off totally when not at work then most definitely continue in the industry.
In saying that you would have amazing people skills from industry work and you may be able to utilise these skills in another job
Good luck with whatever you decide to do.

 

[Ivy James]

Depending on the capacity you work in brothel reception/management really does interfere in personal time. When I was managing Darwin I had very little family or friends time that was not interrupted by work. Calls, messages, counselling, diffusing situations, checking websites, making sure staff and cleaning was always up to scratch. I got so burnt out and my family missed me even when I was home.
If you work as a receptionist for an agency and can switch off totally when not at work then most definitely continue in the industry.
In saying that you would have amazing people skills from industry work and you may be able to utilise these skills in another job
Good luck with whatever you decide to do.

I agree even reception work can take a toll on personal time however in my experience no where near the amount it does in the PA work I currently do for escorts. I'm talking 20 hour days, with ZERO days off. I love it but it's too much for one person!

You're totally right these skills are transferable! I've also work in the wedding industry

Thanks for your input! xx

 

[Tania Admin]

I agree even reception work can take a toll on personal time however in my experience no where near the amount it does in the PA work I currently do for escorts. I'm talking 20 hour days, with ZERO days off. I love it but it's too much for one person!

You're totally right these skills are transferable! I've also work in the wedding industry

Thanks for your input! xx

I'm always happy to help

Wedding planning! That would be awesome.
I pretty much had my whole wedding organised in 24 hours after @Naughty Thoughts proposed. Those people and organising skills kicked in.

I believe if you put your mind to it and really want it, you can do it

 

[Sherry]

I really don't think parlours will become a thing of the past because of the things they can offer a client.
The chance to have a selection of ladies of different nationalities, services and age groups, the atmosphere, especially in a lounge setting like we have at Langtrees. Honestly we have had some awesome fun here And if you feel like a 3some, no problem! You can get a gorgeous room with fresh water spa or hot tub included. Also most establishments ask for ladies to have regular STI checks and provide a certificate and also insist that safe sex is always practised keeping everyone safe. Plus at Langtrees, if you are here on the weekend, you get a buffet style breakfast as well! Now that alone should be enough I'm sure there is more I could add so stay tuned......,

 

[Phoebe]

you get a buffet style breakfast

what? please explain?

 

[TantraShiva]

I agree even reception work can take a toll on personal time however in my experience no where near the amount it does in the PA work I currently do for escorts. I'm talking 20 hour days, with ZERO days off. I love it but it's too much for one person!

You're totally right these skills are transferable! I've also work in the wedding industry

Thanks for your input! xx

Had any grooms spot you and take a second glance at the alter? *shit i recognise her from reception look*

 

[Ivy James]

Had any grooms spot you and take a second glance at the alter? *shit i recognise her from reception look*

Haha! Luckily, no

 

[TantraShiva]

I really don't think parlours will become a thing of the past because of the things they can offer a client.
The chance to have a selection of ladies of different nationalities, services and age groups, the atmosphere, especially in a lounge setting like we have at Langtrees. Honestly we have had some awesome fun here And if you feel like a 3some, no problem! You can get a gorgeous room with fresh Also most establishments ask for ladies to have regular STI checks and provide a certificate and also insist that safe sex is always practised keeping everyone safe. Plus at Langtrees, if you are here on the weekend, you get a buffet style breakfast as well! Now that alone should be enough I'm sure there is more I could add so stay tuned......,

Hi sherry! I would like to make a booking please, say around in morning

 

[Rachy]

ALWAYS HAVE A BACK UP PLAN - no matter what you do. I believe everyone's shelf life in this industry is different. If you know how to market yourself then absolutely there is longevity in the industry. But I do believe the hustle is getting harder and that is a large part of why I decided not to be a sex worker anymore. More and more women are entering the industry every day, so you need to find something that makes you stand out and try & establish a good base of regulars and keep your pricing competitive - but that's just my 2 cents

I agree Always have a Back Up Plan regardless of if you are a sex worker or management. I do think there is a future for long term employment in this industry, i mean sex is the oldest profession but like anything, things can change in the blink of an eye and why would anyone want to pigeon hole themselves, these days you need multiple skills because things change so quickly and there's always someone snapping at your heels ... . so i think its Dangerous to rely on one profession, its your life your in charge of it, no one else so.. no i don't think anyone should ever put all there eggs in one basket... don't ever allow yourself to be in the position where you need or rely on someone, something, a job, anything to the point of if its taken away for whatever reason you don't have options.
Were Lucky here in Canberra we haven't slowed down BUT this year alone we've dealt with bush fires, freak storms with golf size hail stones and now Australia is faced with the CoronaVirus to the point where our ladies are being recommended by SWAP to avoid face to face sex positions, and with people as scared as they are , it might take a toll at some stage ... so see theres always something around the corner to throw a spanner in the works .. you just never ever know whats going to happen.

So Girl in a Nutshell i say have many eggs and a few baskets

 

[Rochelle]

I agree with Sherry, parlors will always be around especially when they have the ability to adjust - embrace the new trends.
The health factor is also coming into it more and more.
It is a fun industry to work in but it is a fickle industry. A plan B is always a good idea, something you have to fall back on temporarily if needed.

 

[Phoebe]

I agree with Sherry, parlors will always be around especially when they have the ability to adjust - embrace the new trends.
The health factor is also coming into it more and more.
It is a fun industry to work in but it is a fickle industry. A plan B is always a good idea, something you have to fall back on temporarily if needed.

On that topic.. would your beautiful self and Sherry ever go back on the tools so to speak?

 

[Tania Admin]

On that topic.. would your beautiful self and Sherry ever go back on the tools so to speak?

Well you killed that conversation

 

[Phoebe]

Well you killed that conversation

I could kill aardvarks and they have been extinct for years .... I only a simple question... Maybe they would do one last booking for an online friend.. who knows.. but that's not what I was hinting at..

 

[Plumage]

aardvarks [...] have been extinct for years

Nope, they are alive and kicking. Are you thinking of dodos?