Become Independent Web Cam Model

Among all the things webcam models have to concern them-selves with while trying to earn an income like keeping their performances fresh and staying up to date with the newest trends, it is now time to add keeping up to date with political issues as well.

If you are not familiar with SOPA (Stop online piracy act) it is time you start familiarizing yourself with it. Up to this point it really didn’t concern the webcam site sector of the Adult Entertainment industry too much, but with the newest changes being on the table this may change in 2012.

At first glimpse the SOPA law may not affect the mega webcam model sites, but once you start reading closer and a bit between the lines you can see the issues emerging.
Take a look at this article and read it very carefully. SOPA is planning on going after websites now as well and that will include the mega webcam sites like LiveJasmin and Streamate and many of the clips4sale stores as well, since they can not control all the products the individual studios offer.

How could a studio or webcam show be in infringement? Belief it or not, even if you use music as a background for your show which is not public domain, or a snippet of a movie in the background which you have no license for, or use a dubbed background of a scene from another persons movie in your own product it is now copyright infringement and with that falls firmly under SOPA law.

Sounds crazy doesn’t it, but that is what SOPA is all about. Closing down any avenue that could possibly take anything from another performer and studio to use as part of your own product and persecuting to the fullest extend of the law those offending parties.

How does this affect you if you are not in infringement of any of those illegal actions, but are a performer on a mega webcam site like LiveJasmin and Streamate or use specific clips for sale outlets as your main income? The answer is simple. If the website is found to be in infringement of the SOPA law it is in danger of being shut down. Since they have no control and have no way of monitoring each individual Studios or Webcam Models content this can very easily happen. It only takes a couple of bad apples to cause the site to be shut down or heavily penalized. This means you can be out of a job without any prior notice and/or loose your already accumulated income since their assets will be seized during such a forced close down.

How can you protect yourself from this is the next big question which should come to mind and gratefully the answer is an easy one. The best course of action is to be in sole control of your webcam business. This means you are the one who controls everything that is available and you make certain that no infringement takes place. The only way you can achieve this is by running your own webcam business and website.

Aside from all the benefits owning, operating and maintaining your own webcam site already brings like keeping all your own profits, having complete control of what hours you work, which shows you wish to offer, you can now add the guarantee that you will not be shut down unless you yourself break the law.

As a smart business person, owning your own webcam site is really the only way to go in this time and age with the laws constantly changing and the adult industry being more and more restricted. By owning your own webcam site you can also keep up with the newest trends and do not need to seek the approval of a mega webcam site or clip for sale site who may or may not allow you to offer your particular niche due to their own “moral” stance on things.

Allow me to give you a small example on this. Zappa (clips4sale) has several months ago removed the hypnosis category from its listings which ironically is one of the better selling categories. Their reason was that it was “manipulation of the persons mind, without their consent”, which is hogwash since consent is given the moment the customer purchases the clip. You can still add this particular niche to your studio, but now have to place it under some other category which will not bring you the traffic to your product as it would if you could place it in the right category. If you own your own webcam site however you can offer this sort of product for sale, labeled correctly and with a much better chance of profit for you.

The motto for every webcam model or adult industry performer should be: “Know the laws, be smart, and run your own business the right way!”

Now of course you may be worried about the cost of owning your own webcam site, or do not have the technical know how to build it. Perhaps you just don’t have the time to learn to build a professional looking and attractive webcam site in which to house your personal webcam model business. Do not let this hold you back. iCamModel Service is there for you and will help you get up and running within days for a very small one time fee. Matter of fact this is the perfect time to get started since our already low price of $249.00 complete start up cost is discounted by 20% for the holiday season.

Take the worries about SOPA and any other law which may end up costing you your work environment by taking the bull by its horn and become an independent webcam model with her/his own website and full control over what you offer and your income potential.

I want to insert another quick thought into this before I close for today. The economy has taken a big effect on the spending habits of the over day consumer of adult products and services. If you have been working in the adult industry for a while you have already noticed the drop in income. Can you really afford at this point to give a large percentage of your personal income away to someone else? Can your really afford to price your shows and products in a way that will allow you to meet your personal monthly income goal each month while having to give anywhere from 30% to 50% of your earnings to a big company with hundreds or thousands of studios and performers? The answer more and likely is “NO”. Owning your own independent webcam model website is really the only way to go considering all the benefits and securities it will bring you!

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So what do web cam models actually do to make sure customers keep coming back? We talk to customers, flirt and eventually engage in some virtual play. But any cam model can give a mediocre show. To stand out and develop regulars you want to make sure your shows are sexy, fun and engaging. One way to do this is having the right props. Not all web cam models use toys but many find them very helpful in giving a show something extra. You should also expect to hear requests for toys and it’s always best to be prepared. Personally, I find that having lots of toys makes my space feel cluttered so I’ve narrowed down my selection to just a couple of reliable ones. Experiment and do what works for you.

The toys most in demand tend to be “realistic” looking dildos, for obvious reasons. There are many varities you can choose from that range in price, style, and material. They even have ones that squirt! Strong vibrators like the Hitachi Wand and colorful glass dildos are also popular choices. Size is an issue when deciding what toy to use. It’s important to balance comfort with customer demand. Many customers will ask for the biggest toy you have so don’t show one on your set unless you know you are comfortable using it. You’ll see that the art of illusion is a powerful tool here.

Whatever toy you decide to get, make sure that if it’s used for insertion, it’s high quality. You can find and succesfully use a cheap vibrator, but don’t skimp on anything you put inside your mouth, vagina or anus. It’s important to get high grade silicone, glass, metal or wood toys for your shows for three reasons:

• The first is your health. Cheap dildos release chemicals and can irrate you and possibly lead to infections or allergic reactions.
• Second, you get what you pay for! If you buy a cheap dildo, don’t expect it to last for very long. They are known to flake, break and just generally look cheap.
• Finally, comfort is going to be a strong motivation once you start working 2 to 5 hour days or longer. Constant penetration for prolonged periods can get painful, even with a good amount of lubrication. Smaller sized, high quality toys, especially glass, work well and are easier on your body.

So, you have a couple of good, realiable and fun looking toys, now you need to take care of them. The first thing you should have on set is something to clean the toys with. You can purchase toy cleaning wipes at the same place you purchased your toy. You can also use feminine wipes found at any drugstore (baby wipes are not ph balanced for adult use). Or you can simply wash your toy after each show under hot water and mild soap. It’s very important to keep your toy clean and dry to avoid infections.

Be creative with your toys. If you get a glass one or anything other than a realistic one, make sure it has lots of color. You can also have props on your set to add to the atmosphere and to use at customers requests. Props like cuffs, floggers, and high heels, anal toys (i.e beads and plugs) and plenty of lube are also good items to keep in stock. Make sure you know how to operate, clean and recharge each toy.

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The internet is notorious for giving browsers complete anonymity and with that comes a sense of security knowing that one can explore sexual kinks and fetishes without anyone knowing.

Web cam models are often an outlet for exploring different fetishes and kinks so it helps to know how to work with your kinky customers. Very quickly you will find out that many customers have very specific scenes in mind that are not mainstream, many you’ve never even heard of!

Instead of turning down customers with unusual tastes, its best to learn about them to help you develop regulars. Many web cam models actually prefer working with certain fetish customers because the requests seem easy, even silly at times. Who wouldn’t want to spend 20 min, 30 min, even an hour or two with a customer who simply wants to admire your feet or watch you eat pie? It gives you a break from the sometimes tiring work of direct sexual stimulation. Plus, if you do it well, you will gain a regular customer.

The best thing you can do to keep these customers is to do your research.You don’t need to read stacks of books on BDSM, but it is helpful to become familiar with the most popular fetishes by doing a basic google search. You can also find a lot of information out by just asking your customer. Some will be happy to walk you through it or send you a private message with details of what they want. But don’t rely too much on this method. If a customer with a popular fetish can go to someone else who is experienced, he will. It’s just less hassle for the customer.

So what is the most popular fetish? There are some that are considered more mainstream: Foot fetish, humiliation, and role play. You will immediately come across these if you have decent traffic. Otherwise, it will vary on your look, where you advertise and the amount of traffic you have. Obviously, the more traffic you have, the more you will come across. If you have a dominate look you will get plenty of customers asking to be your slave! If you have a soft, submissive look, you might get different kinds of requests which fit your persona. If you fall somewhere in between, be prepared for anything.

You also need to do research in order to learn what you feel comfortable doing. You shouldn’t force yourself to fulfill everyone’s desires at the expense of your own comfort. Some fetishes will seem bizarre to you, but doable and others will make you feel uncertain and nervous or turned off. For example, a customer wants you to tickle your belly button with a feather. No big deal, right? You might think you have this fetish thing down and can do anything. The next customer asks you to pretend to be his sister! Maybe you are okay with this and play along, it is only play, after all. Or perhaps, you have siblings and this role playing scene makes you very uncomfortable. Do you see where research helps in this situation? If you know what kinds of role play are out there you are able to tell your customer what you do and what you won’t do, saving time and awkward moments for both of you.

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Solo camming can sometimes be boring and bringing in a partner can not only give you someone to talk to, it can be an exciting addition for your customers. If you already have a boyfriend or girlfriend who is open to the idea, that is the best. You might also be able to find another webcam model to pair up with. Just remember that you will have to split the money.

If your camming partner is new to this business they might have the idea that they are just getting paid (or helping you get paid) to have sex on cam without any limitations or restrictions- pure, sexy fun. You definitely should make it as fun as possible, but remember that ultimately, camming is a job. Your partner will be asked to do all kinds of things he or she may not be “into”. Be prepared to give fetish shows and to be asked to do some very specific things. Guys pay to see their fantasies-not your boyfriend’s! Also, you will often be popping in and out of shows. Some guys only stay for a couple of minutes and your boyfriend/girlfriend may have to stop mid-sex and not be able to finish for awhile. This tends to be a lot harder for guys. It can be difficult to get erect and stay erect at a moments notice only to be back in free chat a minute later.

Also be prepared emotionally. Customers can sometimes be jealous or downright rude. They may criticize your partner or make fun of him. Usually, if you cam with another female, the criticisms come less but still be prepared to be constantly compared with each other, ie she has better boobs/ass/face, etc. Don’t take it personally, customers are just telling you their preferences and you can use it to your advantage during a show.

Chemistry is also very important for couples camming. My girlfriend and I rehearsed when we first started camming together. Now it comes naturally to us but it did take practice. Find out which positions, toys, and acts work best in your performance and show off your best assets. Don’t talk over each other and also know each others limits. Some fetishes may be no big deal to you but are off limits for your partner. Communication is key!

Make sure you both have good attitudes before going online. Customers can sense when you are angry at each other, so don’t argue or fight right before a show-that will just be a waste of time because your chemistry will be off and it ruins the mood of your room. One good way to ensure this is to do something fun or romantic together before you go online. Go on a date, give each other massages, or watch an episode of your favorite show together.

Camming couples have the potential to make a lot of money. Whether its a one time event or you are partners throughout, always make sure you are in tune with each other to make the best out of your show!

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