Hi @Junipers.
I love @Silversitters’ reply. Just to add on:
- I’ve never seen THS share data on the number of sitter reviews, but a member here looked into it. @Ruckusfan posted: Sitter statistics
- I’ve seen sitters with many reviews who might not be a good match for me (e.g., 12 reviews, with a reported average of 5*). Perhaps a person can get complacent after a while. Or, everyone makes a mistake sometimes. And sometimes the PP is very understanding, and sometimes … well, maybe they had a bad day, too.
- I would say there is a significant difference between 0 and 1 reviews. Simply because having a couple THS sits under one’s belt helps understand the platform nuances (Welcome Guide, review/feedback, how no money changes hands, etc.).
- But I’m also a sitter, and I’m grateful for PPs who have given me a chance. I did meet my first PPs in person before we committed to the sit (it was local). I think at least a video call would have been due diligence for both of us.
- And more important to me than one’s profile is the level of communication (which includes the video call).
- Search for more info. E.g.:
Good luck! It’s a learning process!