In the ever-expanding sex industry, there are more and more kinds of services being offered than ever before, even occupations such as a phone sex operator. From webcam girls to escorts; Femdoms to online porn, people can satisfy all their sexual needs by accessing a service provider at the quick click of a button.

Yet, one service which has never gone out of style is phone sex, where clients ring up phone sex operators to get their fix.

Despite the modern digital age taking over various aspects of our lives, this old but golden classic has stuck around. You might be wondering how, especially with the abundance of porn circulating the internet.

As one phone sex girl points out, phone sex offers clients something far from the ‘cold and impersonal’ visual erotica you see online, giving tailored companionship- a one-on-one experience. Designed for your ears only.

Phone sex operators live a life of intrigue. Challenging, fun and life-changing all at the same time here is a day in the life of a phone sex operator.

It’s not always an easy ride as a phone sex operator

There is no denying that phone sex work offers a lot of benefits. As a huge step away from your average workday, operators can expect to enjoy remote, flexible work, and a fun workday.

That’s not something your every role offers, but perhaps the biggest draw is the pay. Recently it was discovered that operators can earn in excess of £3.62 a minute, paying £65 a pop for a phone call. And that’s without having sex.

But it isn’t always the easy ride people think it’s going to be. Just like with any job, there are obstacles to overcome in your daily life. When you’re starting out, there’s a lot of time that must be dedicated to creating your persona- or personas– setting your rates, and slotting into a comfortable routine.

Just like with escorts, if a phone sex operator doesn’t find the right balance, they might not see the sky-high rates that experienced operators enjoy.

This is only a glimpse at the darker side. If you delve deeper into life on the other end of the line, you’ll see that there are a few negatives to accompany the positives. Some operators speak of not being able to have the same sexual satisfaction as their callers do, while others sometimes hang up to a feeling of low self-worth.

Advertising, advertising, advertising

Okay, so being a phone sex operator might not sound like it’s a business, but that’s exactly what it is. As every self-employed person or agency worker can tell you, marketing yourself is the best way to get clients. Being a phone sex operator is no different.

Without an effective strategy, you’ll struggle to make ends meet. This is why being in this role requires you to dedicate a lot of your time to advertise your services. Sounds boring, I know. But it’s a big part of running the business.

The wonderful thing about modern technology is that you can do this with ease. Long gone are the days of posting flashy, paper advertisements in phone boxes and waiting for someone to call, and here is an age where social media is your best friend in the business.

Twitter and Instagram are becoming hubs for this kind of work, as it is easy to generate a global following in a few short moments. On other outlets like Escort Scotland, phone sex services can be listed alongside escort services to attract even more callers.

Keeping callers on the line

It is one thing to attract callers, and another thing keeping them on the line. The longer you keep the call going, the more you get paid. It’s all about being equal parts sexy and mysterious, so they want to hang on for more, but don’t blow the load the second you open your mouth. If operators don’t crack how to do this, their business won’t last for very long.

Luckily, there are so many tips out there they can rely on. For example, one phone sex operator takes time to craft different personas, so she can change them to fit whoever is calling. This is simply done by asking the callers what kind of call they’d prefer, and playing on their obvious desires.

Unlike with an escort service, callers aren’t there to build a rapport, and they don’t have all the time in the world. Callers want to get off, and fast.  So, in the few minutes she has, keeps them on hold to ‘find the right operator’, nailing the persona and racking up a hefty paycheck simultaneously.

It sounds tiring and tricky, but it is also one of the best parts of the job. Operators never have a boring shift, and they can feel the power of getting absolutely anyone off over the phone

The importance of taking time out as a phone sex operator

When you’re working a lot in any role, stress always has a way of catching up to you. Despite many sex workers being happy in their jobs, there is also a high proportion who struggle with mental health issues.

Whether you’re an escort or an adult actor, it’s the same story. As a phone sex operator, you can encounter traumatising calls, low confidence and little free time. This is why it is important for operators to take time out to de-stress and regain their energy.            

Thankfully, we are living in a world where self-care is encouraged. Contrary to popular belief, if you take time to look after yourself, your business actually improves. And this isn’t just the case for regular jobs.

For every phone call an operator takes, there is also time dedicated to eating well, getting outside, and doing things they love.