When I lived in Europe, I dated a woman in her mid-20s who, after a few dates, told me she worked as an in-person receptionist at an agency while completing her MBA. This was 18-19 years ago, long before remote work became commonplace.
Through the same agency, she also went on what she described as "social" dates with foreign businessmen.
Honestly, it didn't bother me. She was making her own money, and quite a lot of it. As long as everything was consensual, safe, and we were honest with each other, I had no issue with it.
About a year later, she finished her MBA and moved into the finance industry, which is where I was working as well. Over time, we gradually drifted apart, largely because our careers became increasingly demanding and we simply didn't see each other very often.
Looking back, what stands out to me is that I never viewed her work as a reflection of her character. She was intelligent, ambitious, financially independent, and focused on building her future.
The honesty between us mattered far more than the way she chose to earn money during that stage of her life.
Through the same agency, she also went on what she described as "social" dates with foreign businessmen.
Honestly, it didn't bother me. She was making her own money, and quite a lot of it. As long as everything was consensual, safe, and we were honest with each other, I had no issue with it.
About a year later, she finished her MBA and moved into the finance industry, which is where I was working as well. Over time, we gradually drifted apart, largely because our careers became increasingly demanding and we simply didn't see each other very often.
Looking back, what stands out to me is that I never viewed her work as a reflection of her character. She was intelligent, ambitious, financially independent, and focused on building her future.
The honesty between us mattered far more than the way she chose to earn money during that stage of her life.

