BradAllan: I do this because I enjoy it (and happen to be very good at it) which means I won't meet with just anyone. It's about mutual respect and affinity.

Sometimes I get a 'Hey' or my least favourite 'Wassup' (which I presume is a compound word meant as a casual greeting) text and usually I'll give a curt reply to be courteous. I much prefer a text that reads: Hey Brad, this is (your name goes here) and I would like to (desired activity goes here) so are you available on (time and date, either specific or range goes here!)

So what I mean by cheap shoes, loud shirt ...no service... Assuming we've never met and you ask me what my rate is, and then offer me half or even two thirds, we probably won't meet. If I detect an acrimonious attitude, belligerence, caustic sarcasm, or any hint of derision, we will certainly not meet. If you are fine with my rate and seem reasonable, but I feel you want something I don't want to do or we aren't a good match, I will tell you so, wish you well, and happy hunting.