P.s. , Im always scared when someone asks for mentoring , there just some pervy guy wanting free ''Touter" shows.
Im not saying you are Adreama , Its just always in the back of my head when anyone asks for any kinda free stuff.




P.s. , Im always scared when someone asks for mentoring , there just some pervy guy wanting free ''Touter" shows.
Im not saying you are Adreama , Its just always in the back of my head when anyone asks for any kinda free stuff.
Americanmade18 on most sites.
^ I was thinking the same, but in reverse. Like we could be a creepy guy and say we would help her out. Eeee. I think OP is waiting for the glitz and glam, but it isn't always shiny in camville.




True true lol , if only everyone knew the creepos who read sw.
If it where all glitz and glam , the other work board would be non-existent. lmao
Americanmade18 on most sites.




I see your point, all you - but I'm offering a TRADE - you help get me setup, I build you websites, do graphic work, etc. in exchange
I'm actually very good and fast at web development, and if you can help me, it could be a big boost for you - but making new people feel bad is NOT why I joined this community - usually you all are very nice.....
There's no reason to be rude, just say you're sorry you're too busy! you can't speak for anyone else but yourself.
so my offer is - help me get setup and learn the ropes, and I can build you websites, do graphic work, give you free hosting for 12 months (after that you can buy your own plan, they are very cheap) etc. PM me for more info!
So if you want to be with me
With these things there’s no telling
We just have to wait and see
But I’d rather be working for a paycheck
Than waiting to win the lottery
Besides maybe this time is different
I mean I really think you like me




Your very right , I dont think anyone was directing anything towards you dixie
we where just stating that theres alot of people out there you shouldn't trust.
As far as web design , Ill always recommend doing your own website unless you are just completely incapable.
You dont want other people knowing your log on / makeup of your site or use it an any way.
Gisselmon'e (Not the correct spelling) Wrote a whole thread about how "A cam girl" claimed she was making a her a site , to help her , But was really directing the revenue to HIS own pocket , and giving her 50 percent , and wouldn't hand over the domain.
Americanmade18 on most sites.




Your very right , I dont think anyone was directing anything towards you dixie
we where just stating that theres alot of people out there you shouldn't trust.
As far as web design , Ill always recommend doing your own website unless you are just completely incapable.
You dont want other people knowing your log on / makeup of your site or use it an any way.
Gisselmon'e (Not the correct spelling) Wrote a whole thread about how "A cam girl" claimed she was making a her a site , to help her , But was really directing the revenue to HIS own pocket , and giving her 50 percent , and wouldn't hand over the domain.
Americanmade18 on most sites.




I agree with your point. I don't feel like a mentor is necessary either, and obviously none of us have time to spoon feed. However, I don't think that it's fair for girls who have been here a while to try to make newbies feel guilty or to say these things in a rude or patronizing manner, I mean how are they supposed to know better? After all, this is a real profession, it isn't less of one than any other occupation and I have mentors for my future career in real life, so it's not that shocking that someone would feel the need for one, especially because there is an overwhelming amount of information. And I'm not saying that I don't get really annoyed with some of the questions that get asked around here, because it seems like some girls expect us to just do all of the research and work for them without getting anything in return, questions that they could have easily answered on their own even just using google. But I really don't think that was the OP's intention, and I still feel like she has a right to ask this like she did. It's a free country.




@buffyflame
well that's a big nono - I never ever EVER purchase the domain myself - I have the client do their own domain purchase, then let me set things up, with them still retaining access. After the site is designed, every update is followed up with a password change and a hard copy of the website, so that if the hosting I have provided is not to their liking, there is a dispute, etc. they have the rights to their stuff, and passwords are changed frequently so that in no way do I have "control" over their property.
So to sum up
you buy your own domain
you can choose to either let me provide free hosting or set it up yourself (very simple, most hosting services have support for this, as do domain registrars)
I design the site and build it, and either send it to you to put it up yourself (again very simple) or I can do it for you
passwords would change regularly so YOU retain full control; if it sounds too good to be true, then it's just because I'm a really nice good ethical person![]()
So if you want to be with me
With these things there’s no telling
We just have to wait and see
But I’d rather be working for a paycheck
Than waiting to win the lottery
Besides maybe this time is different
I mean I really think you like me





Minnie told her exactly what she needed to hear. I am not saying she shouldn't ask questions but a frikking camgirl mentor? Give me a break? What is that? A pimp? I mean really... There are studios that'll create your persona, tell you how to move on cam, they'll pretty much tell you what to do if that's what she wants. While camming IS a real profession it's a very easy one to get into. You don't need an associate's degree to "get it". So I will rephrase what I said and say it again: If you've read the threads here on sw, googled "become a camgirl" and watched other camgirls on sites like cams.com, webcams.com and you still need a "mentor"... don't bother.
^ If someone were to mentor someone 100% it should be a paid position. See icammodel's Alex. Actually, maybe you should invest in his service and see what he has to offer. I really don't think anyone who posts on this forum regularly is "banking". People who are do not have time. Do what works for you without overstepping your boundaries. Don't expect to be DevonAlexis. She probably stepped in to camming without any know how and got really lucky by being herself. You are not going to become an overnight star. Just like EVERYWHERE else in the sex industry there is a huge influx of "cheap whores". Camming, stripping, body rubs and EVEN whores. Network, work hard, be real and don't nose dive in. Burn out will happen. I say this from experience. I am actually kicking myself for not having a "real" job and will be getting one on the side the is 100% dependable because this isn't. Living on your computer, checking your email constantly, isn't fun. We all need to find a happy medium to make this work.
Good luck, OP.
This sounds like something where it would be great for you and the mentor to hookup, advertise and do this together. At the same time you learn. All it takes is free advertising, seo and cheap advertising on a few websites. Really, this stuff is 123 and can be sold like Avon. PM me if you want. I don't mind throwing together a few PDFs. I've bought the crap and nothing has taught me as much as I already knew.




a mentor is someone who can provide their actual, real-life experience and insight into what worked for them. studios don't provide that. pimps don't provide that.
we aren't asking how to sign up to be a camgirl - we're asking for someone to work with us and build us up, which is common in other professions for a reason - it works! mentoring can be a positive experience for both people involved - it forces th mentor to critically think about what they did with their career, how they could have changed it, what they would change and wouldn't, etc. PDFs can't do that, a real live person who can provide feedback and analysis can.
honestly, if you feel you are working too much and you don't have time to mentor, then you probably aren't successful enough at it to be a mentor - I apologize if that sounds harsh, but that's true in the business world too - mentors have it all together with lots of extra time, which is why they seek a mentoring position.
@adreama
all that aside, I hope you find someone! maybe if you offer something in return someone will help you too - I already got mine![]()
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So if you want to be with me
With these things there’s no telling
We just have to wait and see
But I’d rather be working for a paycheck
Than waiting to win the lottery
Besides maybe this time is different
I mean I really think you like me









Theres a difference between "Mentor" And someone to get on IM and talk to after a bad night.
Americanmade18 on most sites.




@touringgirlfriend
my bad! wrong name lol disregard
So if you want to be with me
With these things there’s no telling
We just have to wait and see
But I’d rather be working for a paycheck
Than waiting to win the lottery
Besides maybe this time is different
I mean I really think you like me
BS! I made more than a lot of girls when I was averaging 60 dollars an hour. That is honest. It wasn't good enough for me. Keep hunting. I can cam and I like it. I just don't like it 24/7. I have a child who deserves more time with me than me on the internet.




@strippername
that is your choice, and I applaud you for making that decision for yourself - I was just making the point that if someone finds that they are constantly working and hustling like crazy but don't have a positive outlook on mentoring, they probably wouldn't be a good mentor anyway, so they should just disregard the request
So if you want to be with me
With these things there’s no telling
We just have to wait and see
But I’d rather be working for a paycheck
Than waiting to win the lottery
Besides maybe this time is different
I mean I really think you like me
This ^^^ Thanks so much AngelCummings. I was coming at this like I would any other serious 9 to 5 job I've ever had. I've read every thread I could and there's a part of me that always wants to know more. I wasn't asking for spoon feeding, I've just found this line of work is a bit socially isolating, and the comraderie and advice would have been a welcome. I now realize this line of work is socially isolating because you as cam girls need to protect yourselves from creepers and scammers - I get that. You're also busy making your money and don't have time to deal with newbs like me asking questions.
The thing is this is a stripper web forum - a place to learn and grow. If you can't be bothered to help, why would you take the time out of your busy schedule to make fun of me for asking a simple question. I get it - you're a vet - everyone gets tired of being asked the same thing a million times - so you're taking time to verbally roll your eyes and high five the other girls that totally understand how annoying it is to see yet another newb trying to grab your paper. It's a great way to build relationships with the girls that have already been here - it just doesn't make this feel like a good place to ask honest questions for a beginner.
Anyway, that's my two cents, take it or leave it. I'm usually a lurker (for this exact reason) but hey, I'm the new girl, and a little hazing never hurt anyone. I mean, it's not like you know me from Eve. In time I hope you'll get to see me as a valued contributer to the site, and not some trollin' newb.



Actually, some of us charge inordinate amounts of money so that we end up banking (in a fetish niche, admittedly) by working fewer hours. That way we avoid burnout pretty efficiently, while also never feeling like we've undersold ourselves. Being a part of SW is our version of therapy. Crazy, lovable therapy
Yes! I think particularly of porn & BDSM legend Nina Hartley, who specifically takes the time to mentor young women entering into the industry--because it's a harsh one, as we all undoubtedly know. It is also very common in the BDSM & fetish communities for aspiring doms & subs to apprentice under a practicing pro-dom. So, in answer to all the critics, this isn't unprecedented at all, & is actually quite common in sex work (and indeed, as dixie said, in all work).
Good luck, adreama! Don't get discouraged!
She wonders how much he'd pay to see her innards, what it is guys think girls are hiding so that they always want to see them in every place.
- Virginie Despentes,
All I wanna do is get my pussy sucked / count a million bucks in the back of an armored truck.
- Lil' Kim, "Suck My Dick"





Time is money. Also, sharing my secrets will require you to step on my toes. What do I get in return , for giving my leads to a stranger?
I told a girl a 1hr yahoo session = $25
She never replied back.
SO basically, the chick wanted me to NOT get paid for the hour I was going to mentor her. I can assume she is no longer a camgirl.
If she couldnt find NOTHING on SW , then yes the girl would have had to pay me to spoonfeed her.
And if your willing to pay me $25 I will let you pick my brain until it falls out.
Other wise, start googling, using the search, and read like the rest of us.
or work at mcdonalds.
or UPS.
or for me, because I need help...lol





being on stripperweb does NOT mean your not banking.....lol
it means if you stay on it for long you will adapt to other peoples opinions and loose money....
I remember when I first signed up for this site, how well I was doing. It wasnt until I tried to change BECAUSE of stripper web, shit slowed down.
I just had to say that.
Thats an insulting comment.
I also work while im on here. anytime im logged on to my PC im actively working.....
If somebody really needs a "mentor" THAT bad, I suggest they search and sign up for one of the more *real* studios of trusted camgirls, that probably actually help girls. I may have this wrong, but don't ladies like MissEgo and I believe AngelCummings (sorry if I'm wrong ladies) say they run studios where they actually help their girls? I think it's only fair if you need your hand held that you compensate whoever is helping. A percentage of earnings, in this case, is totally fair although I don't advocate studios for any other reason. Theoretically this is what they are for!




So if you want to be with me
With these things there’s no telling
We just have to wait and see
But I’d rather be working for a paycheck
Than waiting to win the lottery
Besides maybe this time is different
I mean I really think you like me




I swear, sometimes y'all newbies will get on a question asking kick, and I will want to say, "GET YOUR ASS ON CAM", because seriously- it's trial and error.
You filled out some dumb shit in your profile? You'll find out soon enough and change it.
You scared off that huge whale because you didn't know that guys like to present their embarassing fetishes in stupid ways, like, "This girl once farted on cam during an anal show, it was awful", and you're like, "That does sound awful!" instead of, "Kinky". You learn.
You're on cam, looking like an idiot and no one buys a show - you know you're doing something wrong because your income is terrible, so you change it.
First you marketed yourself as something that isn't in the slightest bit of demand (childless cougar, you look 13 but you tell everyone your true age of 32)? Change your name and start over.
Seriously, no one gets on cam knowing everything-there-is-to-know-about-cam, so you serial questioners, (I secretly think you are know-it-alls outside of your element), it's not going to work for you unless you dive in, feet first.
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