Every industry has busy periods and quiet moments. The trick to not burning out and making the most of the extra attention is knowing when these hot periods are and planning to guarantee you’re ready.
For British sex workers, the August bank holiday is one to mark. This popular bank holiday is all about relaxing and enjoying the end of the summer. From days at the pub to festivals, a lot happens over this weekend – including an uptick in sex work.
Are you ready for the occasion? Discover how sex workers can plan for success while also protecting themselves now. Scroll down for a few sex-positive tips and self-care advice.
When is the UK summer bank holiday?
In England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, the summer bank holiday is always on the last Monday of August. Scotland is the only anomaly here, as the bank holiday in this country happens on the first Monday of August.
In 2024, the end of August bank holiday will occur on Monday, the 26th of August.
Remember, it’s not just a one-day affair. Many people take days off around the weekend. Sex workers can expect a busy period from Thursday the 22nd to Tuesday the 27th.
What does the summer bank holiday mean for sex workers?
As the nation takes a break, sex workers should expect higher booking rates, more views, and more demand in general.
Over the bank holiday, most punters simply have more time. They’re more likely to spend money and book services.
The extra demand isn’t just for one type of sex work, either. All professionals will feel a rise in interest over the weekend. So, whether you’re a webcammer, escort, dancer, or phone sex operator, you should get ready for a nice payday.
Tips for sex workers to prepare for busy bank holidays
Depending on your usual workload, you might need to change your working style to make the most of the bank holiday. Here are a few tips from real sex workers to help you prepare for a good time.
1. Consider clearing your schedule
It’s important to balance work and personal life. However, a bank holiday weekend is the one time of year when you might want to clear your personal schedule in favour of working a little extra.
You might want to move non-time-sensitive social meet-ups or gym sessions to the week after. This way, you’ll have the flexibility to take on last-minute bookings and increase your earnings.
Of course, there’s a fine line between making the most of your time and overworking yourself. You must avoid the latter! And we’ll explore some strategies to prevent burnout a little later on.
2. Be online
You can’t secure the busy bank holiday bookings or engage with your followers if you’re not online over the weekend! Even if you’re usually strict about your social media or phone usage, this is the time to plug into the net.
Bank holidays are great for all disciplines. However, they can be extra profitable for webcammers. More followers are at home, and they’re more likely to jump onto your streams – especially late in the evenings.
Be ready to engage them. Set up your webcam stage and dress for the occasion. You might want to put in some extra effort and provide special services, which brings us to the next tip.
3. Hold special events
More punters are online during the bank holiday weekend. But that doesn’t always guarantee extra bookings or views. There’s more competition from other sex workers, so you’ll need to bring your A-game.
If you’re a webcammer or Only Fans user, review which streams, videos, or photo sets are most popular. You might want to create some content, especially for the bank holiday weekend. If you use a niche or theme you know your audience enjoys, you can really attract some extra views.
Escorts might want to get in touch with loyal customers to give them first dibs on bookings. You might be tempted to offer a bank holiday sale, but this isn’t always advised. Dropping your fees may result in you working more and earning less.
4. Beauty treatments and wellness
Depending on your style and routine, it might be worth giving yourself a spa day and makeover before the weekend starts. Ensuring you look, your best will give you extra confidence and save you time in case everything gets a bit hectic.
Plus, it’s an excellent excuse to get that fresh blowout or a new set of nails!
5. Charge everything
Alongside supercharging your beauty, you need to charge your devices. We’re talking about everything and anything – it’s time for a mass charge.
You’ll want a portable charger if you’re meeting clients, a charged camera or laptop, if you’re camming, and charged sex toys, which are also critical. You may also need to stock up on batteries to make sure you don’t lose any good vibes.
Self-care in busy periods
Busy periods can quickly leave you feeling worse for wear. Alongside preparing for the rush, you must ensure you have strategies to prevent burnout.
It’s common for sex workers to work more than usual on bank holidays, but you also need to be realistic about how much work you can comfortably take on. Know your limits, and be prepared to stand on them.
There’s no point in pushing yourself into burnout or illness, as this will prevent you from working normally after the weekend ends.
Self-care in busy times can look like:
- Prioritising nutrition
- Getting enough sleep
- Setting firm boundaries
- Light exercise
- Saying “No” to bookings that you don’t want
The takeaway
Experienced sex workers likely already have a solid bank holiday game plan. Knowing your limits and what appeals to your audience is the best way to sail through the weekend without burning out. If anything feels too much, remember you can say no and put rest first. Good luck, and go get ‘em!
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