I must express my disagreement with some members here in regards to the distinction between agency and pimps, and I am puzzled by those who are equating agencies with pimps. It's akin to comparing apples to potatoes.
I want to emphasize that when an agency takes its cut, it is important to remember that this includes payments to drivers, bookers, advertisers, phone operators, and various other operational expenses.
Essentially, a service provider pays the agency owner for their services as the expenses I mentioned.
On the contrary, a pimp employs coercive tactics such as brainwashing, psychological manipulation, physical violence, threats, and intimidation to exploit individuals. This can result in long-lasting trauma, stress, anxiety, and a profound impact on the victim's life. The victim may never fully recover from such experiences.
While some agencies view this as a business opportunity and may not pressure individuals to work, it is unfair to compare them to pimps.
I anticipated that this topic would be sensitive, and I was aware that some might incorrectly equate agencies with pimps, which is why I brought it up earlier.
I wonder if any of you have ever had a friend or been in a relationship with a victim of a pimp. I can attest that witnessing the aftermath of such trauma is incredibly challenging. I speak from personal experience, as I was once in a relationship with a victim of exploitation by a pimp.