Sex work can be temporary or permanent — the choice is yours! If you’re considering starting a different job, we’re here to help you navigate that transition.
In this section, we’ll cover topics that can support you in finding new opportunities, improving your skills, and preparing for the job market.
Remember, the skills you’ve developed as a sex worker — such as communication, negotiation, and people management — are highly valuable and transferable to many other professions.
There are many platforms where you can look for jobs. It’s important to register on as many as possible and set up alerts so you stay constantly updated about job opportunities.
Here are some of the most reliable platforms on the market:
A CV (curriculum vitae) is a concise and objective summary of your academic and professional background, helping the reader understand your skills, including personal ones.
A CV is very important when looking for a job. Keep in mind that many others are applying for the same position. Usually, the first stage of selection is evaluating the CV. It’s essential that your CV is well-presented and clearly shows why you should be one of the candidates selected for the next stage.
Here are two websites offering templates to help you create your CV. The most well-known is Europass, though not all recruiters consider it ideal. For more personalized CVs, you can try Canva.
Tips for organizing your CV
O teu currículo deve:
Your CV should:
A job interview is the stage where you demonstrate that you are the ideal candidate for the position. You’ll need to answer a range of questions, staying calm and assertive, as the goal is to help the interviewer understand who you are. It’s important to research the company and position the day before, and make sure to rest well so you feel as relaxed as possible during the interview.
During an interview, try to:
Be punctual
Know who to address when you arrive (name and role of the interviewer)
Greet the interviewer appropriately; you can wait for them to take the initiative to see how they prefer to be greeted
Avoid distractions (for example, your phone)
Show confidence, maintain eye contact, and don’t worry if you feel nervous; the key is to recover quickly
Use strategies to reduce nervousness, such as holding a pen
Communicate clearly
Show motivation by asking relevant questions about the company and role
Be honest and transparent
Regardless of your current or future job, it’s important to continually invest in training.
Sex workers can invest in a wide range of subjects, such as human behavior, infections, finance, and more, helping them understand their work better, work safely, and improve the service they provide to their clients.
If you wish to leave sex work or explore other fields while still working in sex work, you can take courses either in person or online. The courses can vary in focus and length, depending on your availability.
There are increasing numbers of free online courses available. You just need to register on the platform, enroll in a course, and start on the scheduled date. Some platforms offer certification for a fee.
Here are some of the most popular online learning platforms: