How to avoid double bookings?

[NoBrain2]

Lot of talk about double bookings around here lately so has anyone got any advice on how to avoid being double booked?

So far these ideas are all ive come up with:

1. Arrive really early for your appointment. Got the beat the other guy there so if your early you stand a better chance.

2. Get 2 phones and book the same time using 2 different voices, this way if you get double booked it doesnt matter because the other guy is you anyway. They'd hardly triple book now would they!

3. Get an outcall, let them come to you. You might be left waiting tough!

4. Probably your safest bet and it sounds a bit obvious, but book an appointment with someone who doesnt have a reputation for double booking!

Any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Hope the lack of smiles doesnt confuse anyone.