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Tina Sparx

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Made redundant from main job
« on: 04 August 2021, 09:17:20 am »
Up until recently, I was escorting 'part time' around my full time job.
I often thought about ditching the job and escorting full time.
Well last month - I was made redundant and so the decision was made for me.
I have to say I am totally shocked about how this has affected me mentally.
There is a massive difference between working to pay for the flash car and cocktails, as opposed to working to survive.
I'm really struggling with it, and have never thought so negatively towards sex working as I do now.
I am sure lots of you ladies do this full time, and hats off to those that do.
I'm just hoping that my mindset improves over time.
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Re: Made redundant from main job
« Reply #1 on: 04 August 2021, 12:38:36 pm »
Sorry to hear that. I have a civvy job and like you, I have thought about escorting full time but do like the steady income of my other job, plus the social aspects.

Have you kept busy while escorting on the side? If you have enough demand then it might be a chance to commit and promote yourself a bit more and hopefully make more from it. Plus you can hopefully have a better work/life balance too.

Would you consider getting another civvy job? I don't know what sector you're in but could you temp with an agency for a bit?

I am at a point where I am tired of all the jumping through hoops for jobs these days and would rather do something for myself if I lost this job or probably just do something part time.

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Re: Made redundant from main job
« Reply #2 on: 04 August 2021, 12:41:45 pm »
My dear you will be fine escorting full time, I remember when I was made redundant as well I thought the worst as I only escort part time.
Looking back now I wish I had done it full time a while ago.
You will be fine just have a rest and plan your next move.
Trust me it's worth it.

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Re: Made redundant from main job
« Reply #3 on: 04 August 2021, 02:21:38 pm »
Would you consider looking for another part time job? Or even try a bit of volunteering for a change of scene? Even if you do decide to do this full time, keep a sense of balance, I like to go walking or running and am looking to book a yoga course. Friends, hobbies and socialising all help me keep it in perspective.

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Re: Made redundant from main job
« Reply #4 on: 04 August 2021, 05:03:00 pm »
I started escorting after being made redundant, but I only did it full time for 4-5 months while I was setting myself up as a freelancer in my old profession. I've whored part-time only (sometimes <1 booking per week) since then, and it works for me. I'd hate to rely on sex work for 100 percent of my income.
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Re: Made redundant from main job
« Reply #5 on: 04 August 2021, 09:49:41 pm »
Tina sorry to hear your out of work I guess your thinking about outgoings and  financial responsibilities. I do hope you can get another job asap .
Hope escorting can bring in more income for you at the moment.

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Re: Made redundant from main job
« Reply #6 on: 05 August 2021, 09:52:39 am »


I am at a point where I am tired of all the jumping through hoops for jobs these days and would rather do something for myself if I lost this job or probably just do something part time.

You are so right!  I applied for  a job in my sector last night and its easier to fight a lion!
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Re: Made redundant from main job
« Reply #7 on: 05 August 2021, 09:55:37 am »
Thanks for all your wonderful supportive replies.
My outgoings are such that really I need another job. I simply cannot run the risk of losing my house, and I would hate to have to rely on my escorting as my only source of income.
I will keep you posted as to anything that materialises.
Thanks again T x 
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