Model Sarah wrote:
Will you guys just hire professionals? I mean seriously.

I hired professionals to install all new gutters for an association I was representing. They were licensed, bonded and insured and well reviewed in Yelp.

They called me, told me it was done and asked for their check. I told them I would go inspect the work and then get their check for them.

They had only done about half the job and in some places, poorly. I took photos and emailed them the photos and a copy of the contract which clearly laid out the work to be done.

They asked me if I could front them some of the money so they could buy materials to finish the job. I said no, not in the contract, not happening. It took them 2 more weeks to finish.

On the other hand, I hired professionals to change my tires. They were done in 40 minutes. The tires were good, the wheels were balanced and everything was great. I paid them and left with a smile.

I've eaten good meals and not so good meals, both cooked by professionals.

Not casting any aspersions on anybody, especially not wonderful models who have a great track record and references.
Just saying the word "professional" seems to have many meanings.

Model Sarah wrote:
Will you guys just hire professionals? I mean seriously.

the person i am referring to has a very impressive resume including much professional modeling work;
major brands, billboards, etc.
she was also on a nationwide TV show on a cable network.
shes a professional and i was offering pay.

so hiring a professional doesnt always make a difference.

Paolo Diavolo wrote:
the person i am referring to has a very impressive resume including much professional modeling work;
major brands, billboards, etc.
she was also on a nationwide TV show on a cable network.
shes a professional and i was offering pay.

so hiring a professional doesnt always make a difference.

I can't even defend professionalism anymore. Sigh....

Paolo Diavolo wrote:
the person i am referring to has a very impressive resume including much professional modeling work;
major brands, billboards, etc.
she was also on a nationwide TV show on a cable network.
shes a professional and i was offering pay.

so hiring a professional doesnt always make a difference.

I've never had problems.   
Probably she received a better offer.

Jerry Nemeth wrote:

I've never had problems.   
Probably she received a better offer.

Sorry but that is bullshit.

Better offer just let someone know -- there is no excuse for no call no show. It's rude, inconsiderate and shows a total lack of regard for someone else's time.

It happens in all lines of work -- a lot of people today just do not have the same work ethic or principles beck when your word was your bond.

Unfortunately flakiness has become the status quo.

Jerry Nemeth wrote:

I've never had problems.   
Probably she received a better offer.

I don't think so, because when I relisted the casting call she applied again.
that was the "lolz" part.

casting call so nice she tried for it twice.
but Im not giving her a second chance.

KungPaoChic wrote:

Sorry but that is bullshit.

Better offer just let someone know -- there is no excuse for no call no show. It's rude, inconsiderate and shows a total lack of regard for someone else's time.

It happens in all lines of work -- a lot of people today just do not have the same work ethic or principles beck when your word was your bond.

Unfortunately flakiness has become the status quo.

THAT.

There's a reason I'm retiring this year.

Paolo Diavolo wrote:
I put up a casting call for last weekend.
Booked two models.
One asked to reschedule with plenty of time ahead.
No problem, thats why I booked twice as many as needed.

Second model exchanged emails with me right up to the day before.
including answering questions about wardrobe and such.
"We still on for tomorrow?" i asked.
"totally!" her one word reply.

ya right. i didnt feel good about it. i've been around the block.
before that i had given her my number, she never gave me hers.

i already knew how it was going down.
fuck it. i made other plans for the day she loosely confirmed on. i got better things to do.
sent her a reply email anyways asking about picking her up as she requested.
didnt hear back.
no surprise.

shoot never happened..

Oh jee whiz?!!!

Paolo Diavolo wrote:
the person i am referring to has a very impressive resume including much professional modeling work;
major brands, billboards, etc.
she was also on a nationwide TV show on a cable network.
shes a professional and i was offering pay.

so hiring a professional doesnt always make a difference.

I'm just sayin.... when I get to work tomorrow and see the new schedule and if I am off next weekend I am applying for the casting, EVEN if I do not fit it.

Totally! I mean, for real totally.
Flakes...argh.
Jen
edit to add: do you think it was a manager or someone on her so called team, who is really not helping her by pulling stunts like this?

Jen B wrote:
edit to add: do you think it was a manager or someone on her so called team, who is really not helping her by pulling stunts like this?

to be honest, no idea.
it is hard to believe someone would be so forgetful.

Model Sarah wrote:

I can't even defend professionalism anymore. Sigh....

Next thing you know  you'll expect to get paid. Sheesh!   

Paolo Diavolo wrote:

the person i am referring to has a very impressive resume including much professional modeling work;
major brands, billboards, etc.
she was also on a nationwide TV show on a cable network.
shes a professional and i was offering pay.

so hiring a professional doesnt always make a difference.

That makes me think she brushed the (pardon) 'amateur' off since she has status. Didn't think you're worth it. Small time mayhem people.
Sorry. Very rude of her.

Dea and the Beast wrote:

Next thing you know  you'll expect to get paid. Sheesh!   

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