Mr. Sugar, I was about to say something a little more heated till I reread your post. I'm still going to say it though, or I'm not going to get any sleep tonight.
There are a lot of people who work in the sex work industry. And I'm using people as opposed to women, because it's not just women who are providers.
Lets not paint them all with one one brush. There is such a diversity found in the community. People come from different backgrounds / upbringings, and all with wide ranging life experiences. Will some people in the industry lie, cheat and manipulate others? Of course, but no more or less so than in any other industry. I can find those types in my workplace just as readily as here.
Sometimes, when someone's looking for a friend, it's because they want to really be friends. There isn't always an ulterior motive like some think. People working in the sex industry are people. It's so easy for us to forget that. Some like there jobs. Some don't. I like my own job, but there are days it's not at all pleasant and I'd want to walk away. I can't because I'm under contract. Some people in the industry would like to leave too, but for whatever reason they can't either.
Providers live off of us. I don't mean in the sense that they are taking from us, but the people who see them are their revenue stream. Some providers are successful, and others struggle to make ends meet. It can't be easy living that way.
Just remember guys. Those providers you see are real flesh and blood people. Treat them with respect. I'm not saying don't be cautious, but don't assume everyone's out to get you either.