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PROFILE PICS: WHAT SETS YOU APART

It’s a steamy summer night in the city. Imagine that you are someone looking to spend a few quality hours on a cam site. You’ll be looking for that extra-special model who’ll be the best choice for an evening in. Now, imagine that you come to your preferred cam site of choice and are confronted with a wall of profile pictures or images from the chat room (depending on the site). Your customer is going to think impulsively about his/her choice. That is, your customer will only spend a split second deciding which model he/she wants to spend time with. Snap your fingers. Click! Just like that.

GTC Profile Set Apart WomanUltimately, your customer is going to go with whichever model best fits what they are looking for at that exact moment. Of course, it might be you. However, it might be someone else. The only thing that you can do to catch that fish is to tailor your profile pic to represent the best version of yourself that you wish to display to potential customers. In this business you can’t please everyone, but you can control your niche, your image, your visual appeal. And the message in bringing this to your conscious awareness is that we live in a world of image. Controlling and shaping your profile image is of the utmost importance to how your fans will view you.

THE FIRST HOOK

GTC Profile Pic Female 1Your profile picture is the first “hook” that entices customers to your room. Imagine you see two images side-by-side. One image is a poorly lit selfie that barely displays the model’s face or whatever appealing side of their body they are trying to express through the framing of the pic. The other profile picture is a professionally shot image that shows a tailored and carefully crafted image of the model in HD quality, a stunning representation of what the model is offering. Which pic do you think that you would click on? Think about it.

Exactly.

As a professional or aspiring webcam model, it’s always important to remember that your profile picture is the first thing any customer sees of you. Your name might seduce, but we are visual creatures. Your picture is everything. Not to crank up the pressure too highly, but this profile pic is your “image” on the site. Moreover, it is your business card, your poster, your advertisement and the first impression a customer has of you.

The rule of thumb here is that it’s important that your image be something captivating, eye catching and appealing. Also, the angle should be attractive, highlighting whichever part of you that you want coming to the forefront. In brief, it should display your best feature and your selling points.

IMAGE SPEAKS VOLUMES

GTC Male Profile 1Your image speaks volumes about you. It can even determine your “quality” as a model and can even decide, in a customer’s mind, if you are a top model, that is, a model who is worthy of top pay. Always, be aware of how you are portraying yourself. If you want to be paid like a professional model, you need to carry and represent yourself as one. Remember, customers don’t know that you are new.  Selfies are great for social media. But here you are a genuine model.

Customers know how to pick out models who will settle for less and models who expect top dollar. Which do you want to be? 

YOUR UNIQUE STYLE SETS YOU APART

Now, don’t get discouraged. Pick yourself up and get ready to rock. No cam site outright expects you to have a professional shoot done. They more than welcome new cam models. Maybe try an image that is Instagram worthy. Ask yourself, what does my profile image say about me? What does it say about me as a cam model? Are customers likely to pic me out of the other models on the site? Do I look fun? Am I captivating? Do I look appealing?

A generic, basic selfie is no competition to a model with professional images. It is easy to fake it. Get dolled up and have a captivating pose with good lighting. Having an image only showing your butt or your cleavage is great, but it is also a dime a dozen. Any customer can go into any room and find a great pair or great abs, legs, etc. That is not what sets you apart, and makes you unique. Your face is what sets you apart. Your unique style sets you apart.

Remember that… “Your unique style sets you apart.” It always will. When a customer decides to check out your site, they are drawn in by your profile pic. They are drawn in by your essence. Make them feel it. Be your best self.

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TEXTING AND MAKING MONEY ON CAM

Texting provocative, flirtatious or downright sexy messages to another person is not a brand new concept, but the ability to make money doing it is .. at least in the world of cam modeling.

As any successful cam model knows, it takes hours and hours of hard work, dedication and the commitment to build your customer base. It also takes many hours to grow your brand in a realistic way, create repeat clients, and catch those highly sought after (and generous) whales who will spend big to take you private.

But even when all this is said and done, even when you’ve established yourself as a dedicated, successful and independent cam model there are always new ways to connect (and make good money) when you’re not on the clock. Today, I’m going to go over three ways that you can use to make more money, ways that are easy to implement and, if you haven’t already tried the, well worth your time. Are you ready? Let’s dive in.

Creating a Loyal Fan Base

SMS Cams TextingFans want to connect with their favorite models. They want to get to know the other person on the other end of the camera; to learn about their hobbies; to appreciate their quirks and mannerisms. Fans also want to know that you’re a real person. Knowing this, the ability to become friends and a trusted confidant is what separates the good cam models from the GREAT ones! Yes, it takes time, it takes dedication. Always, tt takes perseverance. But above all, it takes the ability to show up every day on cam with a winning personality that says, “YES, I’m worth your time .. YES, I’m worth your attention.”

Successful cam models with a loyal and dedicated customer base appreciate the importance of keeping to a schedule, logging on consistently and engaging with their fans … after all, if they won’t do it, another model will!

Make Yourself Approachable

Loyal customers, invariably will want to learn about the “real” you, not the persona you present on camera. They will want to express themselves to the real personality, likes, dislikes, hobbies, interests and passions that fill your life. As such, the appeal of being able to call someone on the phone, or even better, the ability to be able to text with someone “after hours” adds a new, exciting and profitable way to stay connected with your clients when you’re not camming. Just as importantly, give your best customers the chance to feel that they have a better “more exclusive” connection to you that the majority of your other customers might not have.

So, if you’re willing and able to respond to a few texts when you’re not working, if you’re willing and able to text and interact with your loyal fans when you’re “out & about,” why not make a little extra income and watch those credits roll in!

Keep Texting Private

modeling on cam textingOf course, privacy is key here. It’s all very well and good having a loyal fan tip you for a few provocative pictures or a more intimate conversation thread – but there have to be boundaries. Not revealing your real cell phone number (and keeping it private) is at the top of the list! Savvy webcam companies like Flirt4Free (among certain select others who have been around for years) know this. They partner with a third party host to provide you with safe, secure cell phone numbers that when used through their site can provide you with personalized text rates, tip breakdowns, variable customer rates, and of course monthly pay outs based on your texting success.

Who wouldn’t want the ability to make extra money for texting in their spare time with fans that wanted to spend a little more?

If you know of any other companies in the cam world you use this sexy texting feature, companies that you love to use other than Flirt4Free, drop us a line. And, of course, if you’re a webcam model, chime in one and all. We’d love to hear from you. If you’ve used texting as a way to build your income with clients, let us know what you thought of the experience. Do you feel it was worth it? What was easy about it? What was challenging?

Interested in reading more about privacy, check out our article on how you, as a webcam model, can protect your privacy online. 

GAME ON: CONVERSE LIKE A PRO

Playing games on cam can increase the engagement in your room. Try it. In doing so, you might be quite surprised. In addition, games can also make your room come to life with humor, excitement, and fun! Truthfully, who doesn’t like having fun? Well, we at Guide to Camming love fun. When camming, it’s wise to consider that some fans love the excitement of entering into a game-like experience with you. And, from your point of view, it can be such a fantastic way to set up tip targets and tip-related goals. 

games guide to cammingPlus, games give purpose to your time on cam. Also, having a purpose is important. Let’s say you’re looking to change up your normal routine, why not try a game. Here are some links you can study to increase your understanding of what kind of games might work best for you. Remember, playing games on cam is not for everyone and sometimes members will try to alter the rules or take advantage of a competitive situation. The more aware you are of that possibility the more you can work your game-time to your advantage.

What’s involved in a game? Think of a way that you can quiz or challenge your fans to tip you. In return, when they (or you) do something “right,” you can or should be tipped. The game-like nature of your time spent together will fly by. Games erase the monotony of sitting and waiting for something to happen. Furthermore, games are fantasy. How? First, they engage your imagination. Second, they impose imaginary rules on a situation. Third, they introduce a purpose and a challenge to time spent. Cool, right?

GAME ON!

Next, here are some (hopefully) helpful links to game ideas and discussion ideas. In truth, at the end of the day a game will succeed or fail based on how you play it. Remember to have fun and keep things light.

Cam Games: http://www.howareyoubb.com/2016/05/23/games-play-fans-cam/

Protect Yourself: https://www.camgirlwiki.com/wiki/Protecting_yourself_during_contests_and_games

Nine Engaging Icebreakers: https://www.govloop.com/community/blog/9-easy-engaging-icebreakers-meetings/

Twenty Three Exciting Icebreakers: https://icebreakerideas.com/best-icebreaker-games-adults/

Two Hundred and Fifty Conversation Starters: https://conversationstartersworld.com/250-conversation-starters/

Interesting Conversation Starters: https://conversationstartersworld.com/interesting-conversation-topics/

Funny Questions to Ask: https://conversationstartersworld.com/funny-questions-to-ask/

Above all, thank you for reading. Most noteworthy, we, here at Guide to Camming, believe that the more savvy you are at how you spend your time in your chat room, the more money you can potentially earn. Also people want to spend time with other people who are engaging and interesting. Second, they want to spend time with people who listen to them, who ask them questions, and who know how to engage them in a worthwhile experience. Third, you become larger than life. Is that you? Well, we certainly think that it could be.

Finally, are you looking for more? Check out our article on using humor in your cam shows.

CONFIDENCE IS KEY! THREE TIPS TO GENERATE MORE CONFIDENCE ON CAM

As with other endeavors in life that demand you stepping into a new role, successful camming takes a huge amount of confidence. The good news is that the cam world has become rich with so many high-earning charismatic cam models, all of whom you can learn from. However, it also means that the competition is heating up. But heat’s not a bad thing. Of course, the beauty about camming is that there’s always an air of unpredictability. The model who you would think won’t succeed goes on to attract the right customers who keep him/her going. Conversely, the gorgeous model who you thought would rock day after day gives up after a week of slow sessions. It’s time for YOU to step up and develop the kind of confidence that will put you on par with the best models in the business.

STEP ONE: CONSISTENCY

Being consistent is one of the best ways for you to begin becoming more confident on cam. The more you do it, the more fun it will be. And, quite likely, the more lucrative it will become. Confidence is all about habit-building. We’ve all heard the expression, “Good things come to those who wait,” but I’d like to put it as, “Good things come to those who are consistent and persistent.”

Set a schedule. Be online. Get to know the customers and the culture by participating on a regular basis. Likewise, another word to focus on (one that compliments consistency) is “persistence.” This way of thinking is for those who might be consistent, but aren’t seeing the immediate benefits of consistency. In your case, hang in there. Some days are better than others. Every great top model will tell you that persistence pays. Not everyday can be a goldmine of tips and shows, but rest assured that the more you put yourself out there into the world (i.e. go on cam, prepared and in the right mindset), you’ll start earning. Tackle this profession as a way to enhance yourself. You WILL improve. 

And, at the end of the day, improvement is why you’re here and where you’re heading!

STEP TWO: PUT YOUR BEST SELF FORWARD

Putting your best self forward in order to release more confidence is an ongoing exercise in effort. It’s not easy signing on and always trying to be in a the mood that you know your fans want to see you in. But, is it in your best interest to try and put your best self forward? Yes, we believe so. Here are few pointers as to what not to do, and why it’s worth it for you to continually work on yourself.

First, don’t open your cam show with a large yawn. Or don’t point the camera at the ceiling and let your viewers study the intricacies of your ceiling. When in a rage, because nothing’s going your way, don’t scream and berate your customers. Oh yeah, don’t go on cam and then leave the room for a prolonged length of time, not telling your fans where you’re going or why. Always, put your best self forward. Be the best you can be each and every time you log on. For sure, not ever model “feels” like camming when they log on, but we all know how to put ourselves into the mindset of doing the best we can. So, go online and do the best you can. Be your best self.

STEP THREE: REFLECT AND REVISE

Reflection is the art of thinking over an experience. It’s about taking a step back and considering it. Also, it’s about considering how you acted, reacted, or in how things could have gone differently. The cool thing about camming is that eventually you’ll log off. Upon doing so, you can reflect on the experience and go about revising your performance until the next time you sign back on. Do this over time and you’re sure to improve your game.

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PROFILE PICS MAKES A POTENT DIFFERENCE

Appearances

Your profile picture is your calling card. Appearances are very important in the cam model world and your profile pic is at the top of the list. Every model has his or her own way of appearing beautiful. If you’re not attractive or interesting to a certain customer, that doesn’t mean that you won’t appeal to a different customer. It’s all a matter of personal perspective. However, I would say with confidence that having the perfect profile picture for whatever cam site you decide to model on will make a huge difference in how you are perceived.

For example, let’s say you are a vivacious adventurer who loves exercise and dance music, but your profile picture paints you as a Gothic loner who is into whips and chains. Can you see how that would be confusing to any customer who enters your room? What you need to ensure is that your profile picture is in perfect harmony with who you are as a model. You want to make sure that when customers come to your room, they know exactly what they are getting into. What I love the best is when a model has an amazing profile picture and, when I enter his/her room, that model is even sexier. That’s such a great feeling. And, as a model, I love it when customers come into my room and tell me how wonderful I look.

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Choose Your Style

So, how do you pick the perfect profile picture? Well, it’s really a matter of perspective, but here are a few tips to keep in mind.

First, you want to make sure that you are presenting the self that you want to be. That might sound easy, but remember the example I gave above. Make sure that when fans enter your room, they gain access to a model who looks even more stunning than the stunning picture that caused them to first be curious about who you are.

Be Professional

Second — go professional. Sure, you can shoot a good selfie, or set a timer and take a good picture — that’s very possible, but the more professional you take yourself the more it will show in how people perceive you. Take the time to make your image look incredible in a way that speaks to your personality, and make sure the angle and presentation are both of the highest quality. You’ll thank me later.

Locations Matter

Third, choose a great location. Consider being photographed on a bed of roses, or beside a grand swimming pool. Whatever location you choose, make sure that it communicates the message that you want to represent you. People might not consciously focus on the location, but if you are paying attention to the location so that it enhances your photo, you can’t go wrong.

Smile

Fourth, smile or show your most seductive face. Imagine the camera is the eye of a customer, of someone who really wants to spend time with you. Whatever it takes, try to show a face that expresses the mood or the tone of what kind of a model you are. When in doubt, go to some cam sites and check out other models who align to your sensibilities. Do some research as to what techniques work for others, or what are scientifically valid. How have they been photographed? What makes them stick out?

Update Your Profile Pic

Fifth, update, update, update. It’s probably a good idea to switch up your profile pic every so often. Spice is the variety of life. Be prepared with a good handful of profile pictures, and see which ones work better. If you notice a trend, consider doing a whole photo set of similar photos.

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Don’t Be Afraid to Be Bold

As always, be bold. Be adventurous. And have fun! If you’re having fun, chances are the profile shots will look stunning. And, if you’re not satisfied, keep taking shots until you are. The awesome thing about being a cam model is that, for the most part, you are your own boss. That’s one reason why this work is so rewarding. So, go out, take amazing pics, and good luck!