USE YOUR VOICE

Webcamming has evolved a lot since its humble origins twenty years ago. In the current climate, cam models are expected to engage customers with interactive devices, be active on social media platforms, attend industry events, and even take on a niche celebrity appeal. But certain fundamentals haven’t changed. The most important being… “Use your voice.” The act of customer to model camming works so well because of the personal bond that can arise when both parties are actively engaged in the moment. The more real you can make the experience, the better of an experience it will be, and using your voice is one key way to increase the illusion of closeness.

The next time you are in a chat room, pay attention to how the model communicates with you. Does he/she mainly type? Do they talk? Do you work with a combination of both? Or, does the model completely ignore the room and do whatever they want to do? I’ve seen all of these situations play out many times over the years, but the model who uses his/her voice is always the one who will keep my attention the longest. Why? Because, it’s special to be able to hear the voice of a model that you like. Plus, conversing is an excellent way for customers to be drawn in to the rich flirtatious subtleties that your voice contains. Of course, if a customer takes you into a private show and demands that you be quiet, then, yeah, it’s probably a good idea to listen to them, but in most any other situation, communicating with your voice will enliven your room and make people want to stay.

Finally, remember that your voice is a powerful tool. You can use your voice to tell stories to your room. Or, you can use your voice to moan and oooh and ahhh your customers into a relaxed state of sensual pleasure. Are you a good joke teller? Make them laugh. Maybe you want to talk about your sexual experiences? Tell them about it. There’s a big difference between writing out the words and speaking them into existence. There’s something powerful about the human voice that the written word just doesn’t capture, especially in a camming context. Your voice is a tool just like your physical attributes. It defines you. Your voice allows you to be heard. So, go out there, dear model, and make your voice heard!

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SPICE UP YOUR PROFILE

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again — having a well-maintained profile will greatly help you out in the long run. Remember, the Internet doesn’t sleep. People are coming to your profile at all hours of the night and day. Just because you aren’t online, doesn’t mean people aren’t going to somehow find you. So, what happens when they arrive at your offline profile? Are you going to let them get away or do you want to catch them and make it so that they are absolutely eager to return to your room when you are online? I think the answer is obvious.

Spicing up your profile is a great way to communicate yourself to potential customers. Many people will judge you by a profile image or a thumbnail of you. They will make so many assumptions based on that picture. It’s your job to steer your brand image in the right direction by how you actually are. And where does that information come to life? On your profile, of course.

We all know that you are more than just a talking head on cam. You are a real flesh and blood human being. And, you know all about yourself. But does a customer who has never once met you in person really know who you are? No, of course not. So, your profile is the best way to lay the foundation of what they can expect to see in your room. You could also tell them other things about yourself that could lure them in for time to meet you. Ultimately, meeting you will be a great experience, and it’s what can lead you one step closer to gaining a new fan.

Think about yourself. And, think about what you want to express on your cam bio. Are you an outgoing athlete looking to unwind? Or, are you a geeky gamer who can’t wait for the newest hottest video game to drop? Write about it. Express it. Communicate it. The more articulately you can express yourself in your bio (or on your profile), the more steps you are taking to clearly show off your strengths and interests.

What do you think are the most important areas of a cam model’s profile? Chime in below and let us know. Thank you!

Fuse Light

OhMiBod Fuse: Tech Review

The OhMiBod Fuse represents the collaborative effort of two teledildonic giants, Kiiroo, a Dutch interactive sex toy designer, and OhMiBod, the US company whose sound and tip responsive toys have already had a massive impact on the camming world.

The Fuse comes with several key features, highlighting the best capabilities of both toymakers. It’s Bluetooth enabled, touch-sensitive, and offers 2-way interactivity. This latter feature means that it can connect with, control, and be controlled by the device of another user. This is a development that has even more revolutionary implications for the future of cam-models and their customers, and will be the focus of this review.

But first, the meat and potatoes:

FuseThe Fuse features a high-quality matte-silicon shaft that is incredibly pleasing to the touch. The exterior has a silky, non-synthetic feel, and nothing seems to stick to it. It’s not too big and not too small at just over 7 inches (180mm) long, while sporting a tapering circumference that maxes out at 1.3 inches (34mm) at the head. This is the perfect size for multiple on-cam performances, as it provides enormous pleasure without testing physical limits.

Unlike some other 2-way and Bluetooth capable sex toys, the Fuse’s ease of use is practically without equal. Where connecting some other, similar devices to their respective apps can be tedious, the Fuse is in Bluetooth mode from the moment you power it on. Switching it to another mode requires only additional presses of the same button.

Pressing the power button while in Bluetooth mode will switch it to “Touch-Sensitive” mode. If you’re using this toy on your own, or without connecting it to a customer, this technology is really impressive. The vibration strength is for real. Fully charged, the fuse will make your body rumble and quake in all the right ways, varying in speed and strength as you apply friction and pressure.

Pressing the power button again from “Touch Sensitive” mode will allow you to cycle through 7 preset vibration patterns. All of these are great, but are not nearly as impressive as the ability to control the responsiveness with your own body. Note that the Fuse is not the quietest toy. We wouldn’t call it loud either, but at full charge, your roommate or co-habitant in the next room may get an inkling of what you’re doing in your room.

2-Way Interactivity:

FuseCycling back to Bluetooth mode, where you can use the FeelConnect App to use the toy alongside encoded video and VR content, this toy functions well. But where the Fuse really shines for models is with its 2-way capability. For the first time ever, you can form relationships with your customers in which you can both safely express yourselves physically. Depending on which device your customer owns, you can touch, insert, suck, or manipulate your OhMiBod Fuse, and they can feel what you’re doing in their own toy. While the Fuse pairs incredibly with toys like the Onxy2 or the Launch, it also boasts the most versatile compatibility list of any 2-way interactive toy. (insert compat list from interactive page here).

At present, Flirt4Free is the only US site to embrace 2-way interactive toys. In my research, I found this write-up of a private show where one of their top models performed while connecting her OhMiBod Fuse to the Onyx2. If you have the ability to view the video of this performance, you should. It demonstrates a level of intimate sexiness your fans have only dreamed of, while still respecting a model’s safety and privacy.

OhMiBod Fuse Cons:

While the OhMiBod Fuse is certainly at the top of its class for interactivity, design, and ease of use, it does come with some minor flaws.

  • It’s splash resistant, but not water resistant, due to the charge port. It can’t be submerged in water, so cleaning it after a show can be a bit of a chore. This is negated somewhat by the high quality of the silicon matte, which is very cling-resistant and doesn’t really gather dust. But, still, if you want to clean it thoroughly you might have to keep your customer waiting.
  • The clitoral stim doesn’t have its own motor. Its vibrations are residual from the shaft. While this isn’t a dealbreaker, I occasionally felt like more clitoral stimulation would enhance an already great experience.
  • Fully charged the OhMiBod Fuse has a 60 minute battery life. For someone using this at home for their own pleasure, that’s plenty. But if you’re a cam girl (or guy) expecting to perform multiple interactive shows in the course of a broadcast, you may want to charge diligently. The charge time once the battery-low LED flashes is roughly two hours.

Verdict: The OhMiBod Fuse is highly versatile as an interactive toy, feels awesome to the touch, offers unique touch-sensitive technology, and can connect with virtually every popular 2-way toy on the market. As its flaws are minor, I predict that many cam-girls will be working it into their modeling repertoire.

AVOID A SILENT ROOM

What is a silent room? Well, a silent room is a room where no one is engaging with you, where you are not engaging with your fans, and where, in general, nothing much is really going on. Maybe you’ve had the experience of visiting other models’ cam rooms and, upon entering, seen that no one is chatting, no one is talking. Maybe the model is gazing off into space. Or, maybe he or she is checking their cell phone or yawning, etc. Ask yourself, is this a good look for a cam model? Is this type of behavior going to attract customers? Do you think customers will be impressed by this behavior? Professionally, we at Guide to Camming, tend to think not.

Avoid a silent room… at all costs. Your time on cam is limited. Maybe you are online for two hours, four hours, or eight hours. In that time, treat your room like a performance space. And always remember your purpose. Do you want customers to take you into some kind of a private show? Maybe you want customers to throw tips your way in the open room? Whatever your purpose, strive to make that happen. Being bored to appearing bored won’t accomplish that goal. The more goal-oriented you are, the better results you will have. And maybe you don’t have a goal. That’s fine. Be fluid. Let yourself be open to the possibilities and see what happens. But, at all times, don’t settle for a silent room. You are in control and you are the star of the show.

Music helps. Music can help you open yourself up on cam. It can also help lighten the mood of your room. Try creating a playlist that makes you feel sexy and confident and compliments your persona on cam. What would you call such a playlist? Would the first song be one that energizes the room or would it be something personal and inward-facing? The playlist you create or choose should suit your style. Show customers who you are by how you express yourself. Personally, I like to choose music that gets me in an absolutely hyped-up mood and makes me feel sexy so that my camming persona never drops.

How about you?

Guide to Camming Tips

TIPPED? GIVE THANKS FOR THE TIP!

MoneyGiving thanks on cam for a tip is always the right move. Imagine that you are a customer. Maybe you work three jobs. Or, maybe you work one very laborious full-time job. Your money counts. Every dollar counts. As a treat to yourself, you choose to spend time at your cam site of choice. There, you find a model who really gets you jazzed up. You want to tip. So, when the mood hits you, you drop a tip to show the model how much you care. But… the model doesn’t reply. It seems like the model really doesn’t care. And, suddenly, more customers start tipping. The model says nothing. He or she just carries on. Did they see your tip? Did they notice it? Maybe they were just too busy. So, you wait until a different day, a slower day, and drop another tip. But, even then, upon tipping, the model says nothing. You know that they saw the tip. You know that they felt the tip (it was a nice-sized tip!) yet, they said nothing. If you were that customer, do you think you’d want to keep visiting that model? I’d guess not. People like to be a part of something that they desire. If you receive a tip, please show your appreciation to the tipper. That one act of appreciation could keep that customer coming back for a long time.

Did you have a private show with a customer? Make sure you tell them how thankful you are at the end of the private show. Being taken into any kind of a private situation means that the customer took a particular liking to the magic that you are spreading. That customer wanted to spend time solely with you. And, in this competitive atmosphere, you’ll want every private show you can get. It’s what sets you apart from the competition. Are you in-demand? If not, study this site and we’re sure that you’ll grow yourself into an impressive cam model.

Tell your customer how much you love their company and how they make your day when they come visit you and how special they make you feel. At the end of the day, make sure you tell them how special theyTips are. Everyone likes to know that they are special. Customers are no different. Show your appreciation to them and that appreciation will keep them coming back. It’s the simplest truth, but believe me, it is a truth to be reckoned with.

And you, you’ll be seen as special, too, because that customer will remember how you thanked them. And, if they visit other models who fail to reflect their uniqueness, you can bet that they’ll be back to your room in no time.