How is the "pecking order" determined for a Foot Massage?

[Gabriella M]

I get regular foot massages from a girl that is strictly legit. Her pressure suits me perfectly and my feet are in love with her.

I knew she had moved to a new foot massage place and I went there looking for her. She was glad to see me. I asked if she was available. She said she was and showed me a chair. Then she came back with another girl & asked if I wanted her to do the massage. I said I preferred her (my regular). A few minutes later the other girl came in and asked me if I wanted her. I looked confused and my regular girl said something to her in Chinese. They had a heated discussion in Chinese outside the area. My regular girl then came in and apologized then proceeded with the foot massage.

I now call for an appointment, I ask for her and set a time.

The last few times I've gone, she asked if another lady could do the massage. Since I came for her, I decline.

My question is one of cultural protocol (maybe). I understand the first time I walked in, I may have been considered a "walk in" and the customer of the next girl in line. However, the other times confuse me. My thoughts are that my regular girl is the owner or manager and wants to give the others some business. But I'm not sure and their English isn't good enough for an in-depth discussion.

I know they believe the customer is always right, but I don't want to cause any workplace rift or violate their customer assignment procedures.

Can anyone shed some light on what is happening? Many of you seem to be much more tuned in to Asian customs than I.

Thanks!

 

[Ot paype]

How is the "pecking order" determined for a Foot Massage?

this happens at amps also, it's called "spread the wealth" where the popular girls feel obliged to let the not so popular girls get some biz. without an appt. at the amps they rotate who greets you at the door in hope of getting the biz, if you are open to "pot luck" that's fine, if you are there to see someone specific and unwilling to try someone new stick to your plan and ask for who you want to see. i once went to Yellow Rose (in the old location) to see a girl named Lilly who i'd seen before, the door opened and i asked the girl if Lilly was there, she said she left for Houston. took a look at the offering and decided on the spot she'd do. It was Jackie (the Queen) in her famous "Texas Flag" bikini. turned out pretty good i'd say.

 

[divinemystick]

How is the "pecking order" determined for a Foot Massage?

Wow, brings back memories. The Texas flag bikini was unforgettablE. It was her signature outfit for sure. Wish the current Dallas AMP did some dress ups and make themselves standout like that. It would be more fun.

 

[Shelly]

How is the "pecking order" determined for a Foot Massage?

I've been to places where they split tips at the end of the day too. There will be a tracking sheet kept at the desk. So putting $ in her hand, doesn't mean she get 100% of it.

If not mistaken, there's a form of government with that philosophy....


BTW: To OP, I was told to call in an appointment if I want a specific person otherwise as mentioned above, there's a rotation taking place. Rather than be a jerk, I've complied with that process knowing that they try to look out for the whole group.

Also seen situations where therapists know your 'favorite' and they'll defer to that particular therapist. If they are sharing tips, i can see why they won't object.

 

[anuja]

How is the "pecking order" determined for a Foot Massage?

Thanks Desmassageplanet.net. If they are sharing the tips, I guess it wouldn't matter. I don't want to hurt my regular girl's feelings. Also, her out-of-the-box pressure suits me perfectly. I don't have to ask her to adjust her method.

I was afraid my first visit put me in the "next up" category. That is why I've been careful to call for an appointment since then.

I guess my capitalistic background is influencing my view of things. I would never make it in that other form of government..oh wait..we're heading there.

Thanks for all the input.