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VoluptiousBriadda
02-12-2013, 10:31 AM
^^ TOTALLY agree w/everyone.30 sec probably seemed like forever when I first started out,but once I started researching on here and figuring out what to do it was like *lightbulb!* I dont have a timer nor do I count out the sec in my head,I just know when approx 30 sec has passed now.It takes me ATLEAST a min to ask if they can see and hear me ok,what their name is,thank them for taking me private,remind them to rate me a 5 afterwards if they enjoy show and ask what theyd be interested in seeing today etc.And thats if theyre typing fast and answering me at lightning speed - remember to always wait until theyre done typing before you go on to your next question-you dont want to blurt out everything at once obviously otherwise youll be scrambling for more to say or have to start your show way earlier than is necessary.
Ive had many guys want me to smoke,tell dirty stories,roleplay,SPH,dominate them etc and soo many of those Ive never taken a scrap of clothing off for.Or they may have wanted me to just pull down my shirt and bra and let my chesticles hang out etc
Every guy is different,youll get the hang of it lady!just make it your own and itll become routine before you know it! I dont consider it even stalling at all anymore,it literally is just part of my normal intro,the very necessary meet and greet of my show before I get down to bid'ness!
Meaganminx
02-13-2013, 02:34 PM
So I keep having ten min or less privates where the guy will leave w/o saying anything and I cant tell if thats just how it is for some when they finish or if I am not impressing them. I know it could be any number of factors so I guess my question is, is this a common occurance (guys just leaving w/o saying anything during a show)?
Missbeth
02-13-2013, 02:48 PM
So I keep having ten min or less privates where the guy will leave w/o saying anything and I cant tell if thats just how it is for some when they finish or if I am not impressing them. I know it could be any number of factors so I guess my question is, is this a common occurance (guys just leaving w/o saying anything during a show)?
a lot of my privates are under 10 minutes too...
Which I think is pretty common if you are just offering vanilla shows on a private based site. A lot of the guys are already going at it and ready to cum when they click on the private button....
Most guys don't say bye, they just finish and leave. Some of the more respectful ones will wait for you to finish or say thanks and bye but don't read into it too much if they don't.
Usually fetish shows last longer in my opinion.
Meaganminx
02-13-2013, 03:14 PM
i completely agree with the fetish shows being longer too!
StephanieXS
02-13-2013, 03:49 PM
So I have a few regulars that don't buy shows on SM but come to talk. One buys Skype shows on the side and buys into all my Gold shows and the other kind of became my friend when I first started out. He kind of acts as my ringer but we also just chat alot when I'm working. Should I ask both of them to stop coming by? Could this be hurting my business with other guys?
AliceFun
02-13-2013, 06:01 PM
I would say it's hurting business yes, guess u online to make money not friends. But then u the only one that can decide what is best for you, we sometimes need friends too not just money. I know when i play online games while working i miss people greeting me, these are potential customers i loose. But i sometimes need a little fun in between when bored...
AndieG
02-14-2013, 07:35 PM
I just finished reading this whole post and there ware so many enlightening insights in here. the technical part was great too, but the insights on each one's point of view really do clear some cloudy concepts. Thank you very much for this!
VoluptiousBriadda
02-14-2013, 08:06 PM
I just finished reading this whole post and there ware so many enlightening insights in here. the technical part was great too, but the insights on each one's point of view really do clear some cloudy concepts. Thank you very much for this!
aww thats awesome,and exactly why I started this thread! I really thought a general camming thread was very much in need and I was hoping that ladies would come in and read the entire thing,to help answer questions and give viewpoints on things that they may not have even thought of or considered at that point! Im VERY glad to see it being used still,thank you to everyone that has asked questions here and especially to everyone that has continued to answer them!!
Marina Starr
02-15-2013, 07:32 AM
Good thread! You go girl!!!!
aww thats awesome,and exactly why I started this thread! I really thought a general camming thread was very much in need and I was hoping that ladies would come in and read the entire thing,to help answer questions and give viewpoints on things that they may not have even thought of or considered at that point! Im VERY glad to see it being used still,thank you to everyone that has asked questions here and especially to everyone that has continued to answer them!!
VoluptiousBriadda
02-15-2013, 11:24 AM
Good thread! You go girl!!!!
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AndieG
02-17-2013, 04:04 PM
I'm back to this thread with a question! ;)
I have been doing some research to buy a new webcam (my logitech C270 really isn't ideal, the mic is terrible!) and have read that the recommended cameras for camming usually are the Logitech 9000 and the C910. My connection isn't the best out there (although it's great for Brazilian standards...), and my PC is an I3. So, my question is for those of you who own any of those two cameras: how do you like them? Are there major differences between the two when it comes specifically to camming?
Classy_Katy
02-18-2013, 12:08 AM
I'm back to this thread with a question! ;)
I have been doing some research to buy a new webcam (my logitech C270 really isn't ideal, the mic is terrible!) and have read that the recommended cameras for camming usually are the Logitech 9000 and the C910. My connection isn't the best out there (although it's great for Brazilian standards...), and my PC is an I3. So, my question is for those of you who own any of those two cameras: how do you like them? Are there major differences between the two when it comes specifically to camming?
The c910 is HD whereas the 9000 isn't, so you will have a better picture with the c910.
VoluptiousBriadda
02-18-2013, 09:03 AM
I'm back to this thread with a question! ;)
I have been doing some research to buy a new webcam (my logitech C270 really isn't ideal, the mic is terrible!) and have read that the recommended cameras for camming usually are the Logitech 9000 and the C910. My connection isn't the best out there (although it's great for Brazilian standards...), and my PC is an I3. So, my question is for those of you who own any of those two cameras: how do you like them? Are there major differences between the two when it comes specifically to camming?
Thanks for coming back here Andie,every little bit def helps tame the redundant thread issue! Im actually going through the same exact dilemma with those two webcams,Im ordering mine today,and Ive decided to go with the C910 after reading tons of threads and reviews for both of them.Theres sooo many threads on here about webcams its not even funny! If I werent on my phone,Id include some of the links but if youre having trouble deciding,and you dont want to go with the C910 based solely on it being HD,then you could always search this forum for relevant threads,and then write out a pros/cons list comparing the two and then make your decision based on your findings.Good luck!
twistedprincess
02-18-2013, 09:06 AM
The c910 is HD whereas the 9000 isn't, so you will have a better picture with the c910.
The 9000 IS HD for streaming. I use the 9000 and always have the HD icon.
Classy_Katy
02-18-2013, 09:13 AM
The 9000 IS HD for streaming. I use the 9000 and always have the HD icon.
I thought it was supposed to be HD when I used mine but then it didn't seem to be so I was kind of confused!
On cam though my c920 is a lot clearer than my 9000 (that's on Adultwork). The c920 needs a higher bandwidth than the c910 though.
AndieG
02-18-2013, 09:17 AM
Thanks for the incentive, VoluptiousBriadda, and for the infos, Classy_Katy and twistedprincess. I have decided to go with the C910 after reading some reviews and some threads in here. What got me convinced was this video: http://youtu.be/yhyrgOUrDaY comparing the C910 and the C920. It has a lot of tests and I found it worthwhile. It'll take some time to arrive since I am in Brazil, but I'll sure come back here and tell what I think about it. ;)
MissSassyPickles
02-18-2013, 09:31 AM
Andie, I know you already decided but something to consider that I read about the C910 vs the C920 is that the 920 has a built in encoder, so if you have a slow/not as powerful computer then that might work better for you... just a thought!
VoluptiousBriadda
02-18-2013, 10:02 AM
I thought it was supposed to be HD when I used mine but then it didn't seem to be so I was kind of confused!
On cam though my c920 is a lot clearer than my 9000 (that's on Adultwork). The c920 needs a higher bandwidth than the c910 though.
Hell,I use the logitech C615 currently and I always have the icon as well! Sounds like you were having one of those typical HD icon malfunctions/glitches that are ever so popular (not that thats much of a surprise for SM anymore,unfortunately...)
AndieG
02-18-2013, 10:11 AM
Thanks for the suggestion, MissSassyPickles! Now I'm undecided again. LOL Since my Internet connection isn't that great...
Classy_Katy
02-18-2013, 10:26 AM
Andie, I know you already decided but something to consider that I read about the C910 vs the C920 is that the 920 has a built in encoder, so if you have a slow/not as powerful computer then that might work better for you... just a thought!
Oh no it's the opposite! The c920 needs more internet otherwise it lags...I discovered this on Adultwork's justcamit, I have to run it at it's max of 1mbps.
CarmenF
02-18-2013, 11:25 AM
hey ladies. i am looking for some info on chaturbate. i cant find a thread. can any of you direct me to it? or give me your opinions :)
AndieG
02-18-2013, 11:52 AM
What kind of info are you looking for, CarmenF? It'll make it easier to get the info you need if you tell us what it is...
CarmenF
02-18-2013, 12:09 PM
hey andie, thanks. a friend wants to know if Chaturbate is hard like mfc to start with, if it has good paying traffic, how much tokens are worth, how many freeloaders, can you geiblock...? i ll start with these :)
CourtneyRaine
02-18-2013, 12:24 PM
hey andie, thanks. a friend wants to know if Chaturbate is hard like mfc to start with, if it has good paying traffic, how much tokens are worth, how many freeloaders, can you geiblock...? i ll start with these :)
I haven't been on Chaturbate as a model since August but here was my experience:
I used to work on MFC as well and I think it's easier to get traffic to your room on Chaturbate as compared to MFC. On chaturbate, instead of a cam score your placement will rise or fall depending on how many viewers are in your room and it automatically refreshes every couple of minutes or so. If you're super entertaining or are gettinga little naughty guys will stay in your room as more guys join so your placement will go up and up and up. I was never on the first page of MFC but I did make it to the top 10 certain times on chaturbate when I reached my goal and put on a public show.
Paying traffic: I think it's a lot like MFC, tons of freeloaders and a few whales. The good thing is that on Chaturbate you can silence people who don't have any tokens in their account. People with tokens also have a different colored username, and people who've tipped at least 50 tokens within the last day have a different shade as well so you can see at first glance how many guys with money you have (even though you cannot see exactly how many tokens they each have).
Tokens are worth $0.05 to the model. What I like about Chaturbate is that you have the option to either convert your tokens to money, or you can leave them sitting in your account and use them to tip other models. A lot of guys will do that, if they can't afford to buy tokens they will hop on cam and perform for a while and then give what they earned to that favorite models instead of keeping the money for themselves. This is actually what I do. I've also received tokens from guys recently without getting on cam at all, I'll just hang out in their rooms and be nice to them or whatever, and the next day I'll see they've sent me some of their tokens just because. Kind of like an offline tip, I guess.
Yes, you can geoblock countries and also specific states in the U.S.
I always ever made about $10/hour on Chaturbate which I don't think is very good, but I also didn't do much, either. Just talked, listened to music, joked with guys, flash for tips, and I''d do a short show if I reached my goal. Easy money, but not great money. I only cammed on there for less than a month, I think if you are on there a lot and build up your regulars you'll make more than that as time goes on but I just don't have patience. From what I've read there are some weird things going on with chaturbate such as their payments being ridiculously late and they are randomly closing some accounts no for no apparent reason so be mindful of that before jumping in. Any other questions just let me know.
CarmenF
02-18-2013, 12:50 PM
awwww thank you :):) i will let you know if she has more Qs. i would like to ask is public nudity reated like sm or more encouraged like mfc?
MissSassyPickles
02-18-2013, 02:10 PM
Oh no it's the opposite! The c920 needs more internet otherwise it lags...I discovered this on Adultwork's justcamit, I have to run it at it's max of 1mbps.
According to this article the C920 has an encoder while the C910 does not
http://www.anandtech.com/show/5295/logitechs-hd-pro-webcam-c920-enables-skyping-in-1080p
Maybe it is some other feature of the cam and the way it works with AW? I'm not on that site so it's hard to say
Classy_Katy
02-19-2013, 09:58 AM
According to this article the C920 has an encoder while the C910 does not
http://www.anandtech.com/show/5295/logitechs-hd-pro-webcam-c920-enables-skyping-in-1080p
Maybe it is some other feature of the cam and the way it works with AW? I'm not on that site so it's hard to say
I know it has an encoder but I also know I need to up my bandwidth to use it on justcamit but the c910 is used by girls who don't have great upload speeds and use justcamit on it's lowest setting.
Classy_Katy
02-19-2013, 10:05 AM
This article here talks about the low CPU with using the c920 but the need for substantial bandwidth to run it at 1080p - http://community.skype.com/t5/Video-on-Windows/Logitech-C920-webcam-impressions/td-p/440033
VoluptiousBriadda
02-19-2013, 10:06 AM
I wish I could remember exactly which thread talked about the encoder and the c920,but I dont have time to look through all of the threads again today just to find it.I think its more of a deceptive marketing type ploy honestly,bc I remember ladies bitching about it taking longer to stream etc bc it had to go through two encoders instead of one - although,it may not be deceptive marketing at all bc when you think about it,they arent making their new logitechs solely for camgirls.Most home users arent going to be streaming with any sort of encoder or other camming software,so the c920's built in encoder probably DOES work better for mainstream users,but actually hinders camgirls bc we are already using some type of streaming encoder or software with our sites.
Classy_Katy
02-19-2013, 10:46 AM
I'm sure someone in the webcam thread was saying how the c920 will lag without lots of bandwidth and I have found this to be the case.
I have a c910 as well but have only tried it for clip filming so far...the c920 is better for that because it doesn't compress the clip after filming, the c910 spends a few minutes compressing once you stop recording and the saved file is twice the size. The c910 and c920 aren't as good as the pro 9000 for distance recording but the clarity is better with recording in 1080p on the c910 and c920.
VoluptiousBriadda
02-19-2013, 11:18 AM
Thanks Katy for telling us about the c910 compressing clips,I didnt realize that! Im actually trying to slowly work my way from camming to filming clips ONLY so its something I definitely need to take into consideration.Glad I haven't ordered a new cam yet!
Vlodina
02-19-2013, 11:19 AM
At least on the c910, the compression before editing is only when you're filming in widescreen. It doesn't happen if you are filming in standard.
Classy_Katy
02-19-2013, 11:26 AM
Yes I forgot that I was recording in HD...it has to be widescreen though for 1080p and 720p.
The c920 will only record in widescreen no matter the size, but the you can record in standard up to 640x480 with the C910. I like to be able to offer HD clips though and for that the c920 is better.
AndieG
02-19-2013, 12:00 PM
Voluptious, just out of curiosity, do you film using any of the webcams referenced here?
astarisborn
02-19-2013, 12:44 PM
Ok I need help. :( I changed my payment method on SM from Fedex to wire transfer, thinking it would be EASIER since I didn't have to go to the bank all the time. Well, I now have not been paid since January 23rd. The payment history page on my SM account reflects this. I have written SM support LOTS of times and figured out early last week I had filled in part of the banking info in the wrong spot. I was assured I would be paid this week. In the past when I had wire transfer, I got it in my account on Monday. It is now Tues. and still no payment for the last 2 weeks. Anyone know when wire transfers go out now?
twistedprincess
02-19-2013, 12:47 PM
Ok I need help. :( I changed my payment method on SM from Fedex to wire transfer, thinking it would be EASIER since I didn't have to go to the bank all the time. Well, I now have not been paid since January 23rd. The payment history page on my SM account reflects this. I have written SM support LOTS of times and figured out early last week I had filled in part of the banking info in the wrong spot. I was assured I would be paid this week. In the past when I had wire transfer, I got it in my account on Monday. It is now Tues. and still no payment for the last 2 weeks. Anyone know when wire transfers go out now?
Monday was President's Day, a bank holiday.
astarisborn
02-19-2013, 01:00 PM
Monday was President's Day, a bank holiday.In theory payment should go out today correct?
CarmenF
02-19-2013, 01:12 PM
Hey girls and everyone, is it allowed to sell used toys (dildos and plugs) or panties on Extralunchmoney?
ali2001
02-19-2013, 06:22 PM
this may be a dumb question but when you do a private with someone do they have that video or "private" forever. Can they sell or distribute that video in the future ?
VoluptiousBriadda
02-19-2013, 08:41 PM
Voluptious, just out of curiosity, do you film using any of the webcams referenced here?
No,unfortunately :( I currently use a logitech C615 but thats why Im upgrading VERY soon lol
ABigNerd
02-19-2013, 08:52 PM
this may be a dumb question but when you do a private with someone do they have that video or "private" forever. Can they sell or distribute that video in the future ?
I don't think that the site provides them with it, however customers can figure out a way to record your shows and do exactly that. Also, if you're referring to SM, the site can record and distribute your feed. It's their property according to the contract we all signed. If you're worried about it, try to personalize your show as much as you can. It still won't eliminate the possibility that it could happen though.
MissSassyPickles
02-19-2013, 10:24 PM
Thanks for clarifying Katy and the additional info Briadda.
I thought I was doing the right thing but paying for the top of the line C920 thinking it was the be all end all
I guess in the future I'll need a different webcam for each thing I'm doing!
Luckily I have a good upload speed
ali2001
02-20-2013, 12:07 AM
Im on mfc primarily... do the guys have access to the privates forever? What happens if you delete your account and there is a video of you floating around the web? what can u do to have it taken down?
TheBrownFox
02-20-2013, 04:40 AM
Hey girls and everyone, is it allowed to sell used toys (dildos and plugs) or panties on Extralunchmoney?
Yes, you can definitely sell panties on ELM, and I THINK you can sell used toys also.
CarmenF
02-20-2013, 04:57 AM
thank you TheBrownFox :) i like the idea. wont be charging less than 60 for panties and higher for dildos because i am in europe and elm takes 40%... doesnt matter if i dont sell them. it is better to make no sales than to undersell them. many guys from mgf found me on elm so i hope thye ll be wanting to buy stuff :p
TheBrownFox
02-21-2013, 12:07 PM
So I haven't done much with my Webcams.com account in a while. I logged in the other day and saw that you have to download an HD encoder for the HD option, and with the encoder you have to copy/paste two different pieces of info provided on the screen (sorta like with Streamate's encoder). I thought "Aw man, not another encoder..." LOL.
CourtneyRaine
02-21-2013, 12:51 PM
How is webcams going for you? They closed my account because they claimed I did not sign my verification document, even though I sent it to them THREE TIMES and they said they received it, and it was definitely signed, so... I was only on there for 3 hours and made $6 in that time so I didn't even bother trying to fight the suspension but I might try to get it sorted out as a back up site if it's going okay for other girls.
twistedprincess
02-21-2013, 01:07 PM
Im on mfc primarily... do the guys have access to the privates forever? What happens if you delete your account and there is a video of you floating around the web? what can u do to have it taken down?
The site does not record and store the video for them, but the customers can (and often do) record it themselves. If you cam, you need to be fully prepared 150% for the possibility of videos of you being posted around the internet. People record them distribute them, pirate them, post them all over tube sites. Yes you can issue DCMA's requesting content be taken down but MFC can use it for promo regardless and you have to find the clip first before you can get it taken down. Also, many websites completely ignore DCMA requests.
To be honest, if you are truly concerned about videos of you existing don't cam. You can't take it back once it has been made. I don't mean you have to live life screaming from the rooftops that you're a camgirl, but just be prepared to have pictures and videos of you out there forever.
TheBrownFox
02-21-2013, 01:15 PM
How is webcams going for you?
I haven't cammed there in a while, partly because they took away the payment option I had used. But now I see that they offer Payoneer. I just need to make like 8 more dollars to make payout on there, but I'll probably close my account after that. Not much paying traffic, in my opinion. Lots of guys wanting to show their cams in free chat though (free chat is optional)...lol.
VoluptiousBriadda
02-23-2013, 08:56 AM
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bump!