I am relatively new to the platform and have had a couple of sits declined after an initial conversation to set up a video chat but before the chat happens. On the latest occasion, I was left waiting all weekend with a message of “will get back to you with my availabilities for the chat” then they g…

Agree completely. My experience is the world is very much a mirror. If you project warmth and kindness mostly that’s what you get back. If you project negativity, insincerity and grump that’s what you get back.

[image] TheEnglishFlaneur: I’ve met very few people that suck, are selfish, self absorbed, inconsiderate, apathetic, and with every transaction they’re in it for what they get out of it. I’ve dealt with countless individuals on a business and personal level via my numerous real estate endeavo…

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I would say the early bird gets the worm, so when I apply I offer my WhatsApp mob and offer a video chat that day or the next day at their convenience. I also offer that if they’ve found another sitter already to keep in touch for any future sits.

The world is a mirror to a degree. There also are simply more good people than bad. Otherwise, the world would have ceased functioning by now. As it is, much of our daily interactions (including on THS) depend on trust. Otherwise, they wouldn’t exist. And I say this as someone who helped cover news …

[image] Maggie8K: There also are simply more good people than bad. The terms “good” and “bad” are extremely subjective and infer that people fall into one of two absolute groups and there is no in between. For example a host on a pet sitting site who doesn’t care to respond to sitter applica…

It is rude but some people are. Just move on and try not to get too invested until a sit is formally agreed.

Hi everyone, It looks like the conversation is starting to drift off the original topic, and a few replies are becoming a bit more personal than intended. I know some topics can spark strong opinions, and it’s great that people care, but let’s refocus on the original subject and keep things constr…

Oh @Jenny aren’t you glad you have a holiday coming up. Seems like some people have their grumpy pants on :innocent::innocent::ogre:

wait! What holiday? (or maybe you know Jenny’s travel plans! :grin: )

Home owner declines application after agreeing to a video chat

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Jenny 26 February 2026 14:06 31

Just a little spring week off @Rhe I keep forgetting tomorrow’s my last day before I’m off

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