What draws you to a room?

[vulpes]

This question is geared more towards members of cam sites, but models are welcomed to put in their two cents too!

I'm curious about what draws members to go into a room? More specifically someone that is not a top model.

I started on MFC a few weeks ago, but moving/life changes have made it difficult to be on cam. I had a decent cam score, but now it's only barely above 1000. I'm friendly and can keep a conversation going, but would appreciate any tips from members.

Thanks!

 

[rstanton]

A big smile.

 

[Lizbeth Lush]

I would love more responses to this as well. I'm curious to see what I can change or improve to interest more people to click on my room lol.
As a side note, I used to cam on my bed with a velvet red background. I stopped doing that because I thought it looked too much like a studio, but I've been told the red is incredibly eye catching and it's how I've met some of my now-regulars. So I think cam space is definitely important. I don't personally watch cams a lot but for me, it's good quality video/lighting. Also tattooed girls catch my eye a ton, but that's only my preference lol.
I'm thinking about going back to the red background soon. It'll at least be featured in my next video.

 

[pg240]

Look around a bit; pretty sure this has been addressed before. For me, the room just needs to be welcoming. Smile, say hi, look interested and be engaged. I know it's difficult but keep the conversation going. And, obviously, select your profile pic with care. Build a nice profile page, too, because a lot of members will click on it if they're at all intrigued. Good luck.

 

[pg240]

You have a really cute "my most recent picture" on your profile page. I'd click on that and enter your room.

 

[vulpes]

Thanks! I've dug through old threads, but was curious if anything (background, props, etc) is more enticing to people right now.
I definitely have to work more on my profile and am trying to teach myself CSS.
I have a DSLR so a new profile picture will be on my to do list this week.

 

[uncoveredmanhole]

jaw-dropping screencap thumbnail.
I don't jump on to hunt for porn to watch and jerk off to, but sometimes I see something and Nothing Else Matters cues up the most boring anti-montage of me getting sucked in to wasting the next few minutes of my life watching porn at the mercy of my simple simple brain.

 

[SMuser69]

Since nobody has provided a useful answer I'll be first

1. Good thumbnail. Usually full body can be naked or not. Helps if the thumbnail is of some activity other than sitting or standing since you'll probably be doing a lot of that in the room. Pictures like licking ice cream or running on a beach or something that shows playful but sexy between the lines are the best.

2. Free pics that show your body shape(again naked or not) so I don't have to ask you to stand up for me to know what you look like. Pictures of your toys or if you have exotic outfits (This is a must if you're a roleplayer or promoting yourself as a cosplayer)

3. Fetish info FIRST on the profile. Show me what you WANT to sell me. Keep what you want to sell me sexy.

4. Keep your schedule. It kills me when I'm horny at 8pm the model twitters they'll be on schedule and poof they disappear for the night. Loyal customers want loyal models.

5. Don't have a NO, without an alternative. Don't want to hump a pillow? Then WHAT WILL YOU DO? People can understand NO but you're losing a sale if you don't redirect it somehow.

Bad way;
" Can you stand up so I can check you out?", "No!!"

Good way;
"Can you stand up so I can check you out?", "xx tokens or look at my profile, I have a body shot there"

6. Don't shame me for being horny. I want to come in your room tell you what I want to be satisfied and for you to either tell me how much you want for it or if you can't do it. I don't want to be your friend and saying I want to see your tits or ass isn't being impolite it's business.

7. (this is for social site models) Tell me your pvt rules CLEARLY on your topic or your profile. Is there a minimum time? Is there a "pvt time" scheduled during your night for people can take you pvt?

8. When you make a goal set a time for it. Why would I pay into your goal if I'll be asleep before you actually do it? This is a major reason members don't pay into room goals. There are models I've NEVER seen a goal show performed because I'm not going to sit for hours waiting for it.

9. Don't nickle and dime me. If I'm asking something that will lead you to making money ANSWER IT. If you make me "all request in a tip note" I'm going someplace else. I'm not paying you to find a way for me to pay you again.

I have more but I got bored writing this much.

 

[vulpes]

Thanks so much for your helpful input @SMuser69 I definitely need to get more shots of me for my profile and have been terrible about keeping my schedule because of my move.
I'm fetish friendly, but haven't exactly been open about it. I always tell people that I'm very open minded.

 

[Lucid1]

I strictly use camsites as a means to an end, the Big-O, so keep that in mind as I proceed...

Here are some of the things that will get my attention and make me at least have a look-see at your room:

Clothing - A model should carefully choose her attire. One of the biggest turn-on's for me is finding someone who has the ability to accentuate her body shape with the right clothing. It can be something as simple as wearing nothing but a man's button-down shirt with it partially unbuttoned exposing some nicely supported cleavage. So many models wear ill fitting clothing that completely turns me off. Don't wear bra's or panties that are so tight they leave marks on your skin.

Profiles - Take some pics with various attire and put them in the free(or members) section of your profile. I almost always look at profiles, and I will often send a tip and a request to wear something that I find ultra sexy from your profile. But please, do keep your profile content current with up to date pics and info.

Setting/Theme - I prefer a setting that lets me know you're in a sexy mood. The brightly lit, studio types of rooms do nothing for me. A darker more romantic setting with a revealingly clothed, sloe-eyed model laying on her bed is what does it for me. As far as Themes go, I was once in a models room who performed a sort of lingerie show where users were asked to tip based on how much they liked a particular piece of lingerie. She never got naked, nor did she need to.

Interaction - Too many models fail to realize that if someone comes in your room, you've already done something right to bring them in, so why not engage them and make them feel welcome? Also, I will leave within seconds if I come in someones room and they display an air of entitlement or the conversation in the room revolves around tipping with the model making more demands than her users. Also, if I'm tipping, you should know that I'm enjoying what you are currently doing.

Make-Up - Please don't over do it. Negative points for blue eye shadow. Negative points also for rouge or base used in excess. I don't want to feel like I'm walking into a bad "B" movie or 70's German porn setting when I enter your room. Most models could get by with just some eyeliner and mascara. Enhance your natural beauty, don't cover it up and create an "alter look" with it. Note: This doesn't apply to those who do various thematic performances.

Edited for spelling.

 

[Deleted member 37064]

It varies for me based on mood, interest at the time, etc. Usually, it's the profile pic that will pique my interest in various ways that doesn't really make sense. Some head shots, some ass shots, motorcycles, bicycles, abs, etc. Pretty random. From there, I'll do the preview to see if live matches profile and if interesting enough to go in.

Once I'm in a room, what is the model's personality like? Background? I'm a sucker for a room that is decorated well. But, not overly packed with shit, toys, stuffed animals, etc. Again, depends on mood, interest, etc... What are the members like? Sometimes, it's easy to pick out the regulars, or room helpers based upon how they interact with others. Welcoming, or are they a bunch of douches posting raunchy gifs and demanding the model do stuff?

For the most part, if a model is decent, background is organized, and the room is good, I'll stick around and most likely participate a bit. Probably more to it. But, majority of reasoning...

 

[MissGinger]

I love this! I have seriously wanted some info on what viewers want to see and all I get is basic answers. With us moving around a lot, the background thing can be really tough which I know is a huge grabber of attention on CB.

 

[annamaytiddies]

8. When you make a goal set a time for it. Why would I pay into your goal if I'll be asleep before you actually do it? This is a major reason members don't pay into room goals. There are models I've NEVER seen a goal show performed because I'm not going to sit for hours waiting for it.

Dude, the reason models can't give you a specific time is because we never know how long it will take to reach countdown that night. If everybody had this thought process, nobody would EVER tip towards goals, which means you'd just be waiting forever.

It's a good idea to mainly tip for content/flashes/games because it automatically takes off the count but you still get something in return. Or if you're that determined for a model to do her show instantly then tip ALL of the countdown.

 

[SMuser69]

Dude, the reason models can't give you a specific time is because we never know how long it will take to reach countdown that night. If everybody had this thought process, nobody would EVER tip towards goals, which means you'd just be waiting forever.

It's a good idea to mainly tip for content/flashes/games because it automatically takes off the count but you still get something in return. Or if you're that determined for a model to do her show instantly then tip ALL of the countdown.

Don't speak for everyone. You should had written, "Dude, the reason I can't give you a specific time is because I never know how long it will take to reach countdown that night".

I know many models that can successfully set a time when they will perform on a social site. There are many ways to go about meeting a schedule or accommodating a member that can't stay a long time. There are models that use this site that manage this as well. If you think it's impossible maybe ask in your MO section and get some creative ideas of how to accomplish this.

For the second part of your comment. Drawing in member and actually getting them to buy products are completely separate things. If you succeed to drawing in members be sure you still have to separate the window shoppers from actual spenders. This thread is asking what brings you to the doorway in the first place and not what will make me actually purchase something.

I will offer my opinion about show goals. I believe many models do not use the information available to them very well. They set prices and goals based on what someone 'told them' but you can't ignore your rooms economic makeup. Both MFC and CB, you can see every members available tokens. Use that information when deciding things for a night like your goals. You're always going to be waiting if you set goals separate from the the realistic token pool of your room.

 

[Deleted member 37064]

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I will offer my opinion about show goals. I believe many models do not use the information available to them very well. They set prices and goals based on what someone 'told them' but you can't ignore your rooms economic makeup. Both MFC and CB, you can see every members available tokens. Use that information when deciding things for a night like your goals. You're always going to be waiting if you set goals separate from the the realistic token pool of your room.

Unsure about CB. But, at MFC, I block all related to tokens, award points, levels, etc. There's no reason why a model needs to know how many tokens I have if I am just visiting her room. Same with privates, aside from any agreement of time.

The rooms I typically go into, if the members aren't tipping, the models will generally adjust the inquiry/asking of tips accordingly. I'm one whom tips because I feel like it, not because I think I have to. Nor, do I think that I won't tip if I feel she can't make the goals.

 

[Ambers Troll]

I am a long term MFC member, but started on pvt based sites.
I tend to use preview features or look towards friends rather than tag for models I like as I don't know what I will enjoy until I see it. What this means is that I tend to notice anything dramatic or that stands out; usually scanning most of the models on at that time, sometimes even a few times.

I almost always look at the profile and very often spy using the lounge for an anonymous live feed before paying a visit. The goal being one of discovering the model's mood, general outlook on camming, something of her personality, how she uses her body/ sexuality, and how she treats her members. Sometimes I send a tip anonymously from the lounge to see how she responds to tipping risk free of being called out for showing interest in her.
When I am sure I have an interest in the model I will try a visit with intent to spend.

With model friends I am usually up to date on what is happening with them even though I may not visit or even log on: Being on my friends list is no guarantee of a visit. I allow any on that list to maintain a connection, to PM freely and it does carry favour for future visits. For model friends who don't do that I will also visit from time to time, but it may take a bit longer.
Visits to friends are all about enjoying whatever drew me to them in the first place. It comes from quite a genuine place, so I usually never lose my passion for that person even over years.
I never spend on a friend unless I feel it or want to show appreciation for them. I truly delight in those on my list, always looking for ways to surprise and gift those I like most.

The others here gave pretty good advice. Take a chance, show what you can do/ make an effort, have some fun with your members, be on regularly, and be fair.
I personally enjoy a bit of emotional integrity too, every type of you can be just as sexy as anything you can fake. Use whatever emotion you feel to be entertaining, exploring that is one of the best parts of being a member. The best models tend to learn to be themselves on cam.

 

[zoober]

I'm curious about what draws members to go into a room? More specifically someone that is not a top model.

There's a pull yourself up by your bootstraps aspect to this, but good chat. Best rooms I know involve a few guys chatting with each other and the model and tipping, the idea being everyone is enjoying each other';s company AND the model gets paid e.g. X knows user Y likes ass so tips for an ass flash on a Tuesday, then on Wednesday when Y got tokens he tips on X's behalf.

There's also, ideally, a self policing aspect to this e.g. a user turns up thinking he got the magic chat that somehow pays the model's rent gets ostracised after time has passed to let him know how things are.

 

[uncoveredmanhole]

Both MFC and CB, you can see every members available tokens.

citation needed

 

[jameslee]

Genuinely one thing: the thumbnail.

Hopefully that's not too shallow

 

[SoTxBob]

It really varies by my mood.
Generally speaking if a girl is paying attention and responding to chat somehow, [voice or typing] it shows you care. If you are one of the girls that is constantly paying attention to the phone and texting a lot more than you're minding the room, I'm gone. Also, aside from a fet request, smoking on cam isn't something I will stick around for. I suppose this is a hold over from the studios that simply didn't allow it years ago.
Music, if you have on good clear tunes of some sort, that's not drowning you out [if you're talking], then I will come play.
Look alive.... It doesn't matter if you're naked in the "inverted bullfrog position" or laying on a bed fully clothed. If you are so bored you cant be bothered to pay attention to the screen, there's no reason to visit.
Costumes and make believe characters can be fun, be it sexy, theatrical, cosplay or whatever. Yes, it requires planning and extra prep, but it can also payoff quite well.
I could go on for a few pages but theres plenty here already to go with.

Side note; I found a model years ago that was sitting curled up in a comfy chair, a little quilt on her lap. She was wearing what turned out to be flannel jammies that had a couple top buttons undone. She was reading a book to the room. It was some sort of sexy erotic thing that kept everyone there. The mic was close and her sexy voice added just the right eroticism. She had other fairly unique 'events' that made it really fun. I stayed with her mfc career till she left.

Good luck.

 

[Darcy DeVasto]

I'm a model on chaturbate but I like watching other performers and watching my followers cams. The still frame is what catches my attention first and then once I'm in the room I usually can tell pretty quickly if the person is genuinely enjoying themselves and interacting with people in the room. When browsing profiles I'm drawn to people I personally find to be attractive,beautiful or interesting in some other way. Someone acting overly fake sexy is a turn off because it subtracts from the experience of a real live interaction.

I know it's idealistic to expect models to constantly be enjoying themselves at maximum capacity every second they cam but it makes a big difference in my opinion.

 

[justjoinedtopost]

This question is geared more towards members of cam sites, but models are welcomed to put in their two cents too!

I'm curious about what draws members to go into a room? More specifically someone that is not a top model.

I started on MFC a few weeks ago, but moving/life changes have made it difficult to be on cam. I had a decent cam score, but now it's only barely above 1000. I'm friendly and can keep a conversation going, but would appreciate any tips from members.

Thanks!

See that little Sailor Moon get-up you wearing in your avatar? That'll do it.

I tend to be drawn to rooms where the model is wearing clothes; minidresses, heels, or lingerie etc...showing enough, but not all.

Full nudity, face only shots, torso shots, vagina close-ups, these things generally bore me. Also tend to watch the previews for a while; models that get stuck in one pose for an hour (or a week, or a month...) usually go down a bit in the rankings for me (my personal rankings, I pay no attention to camscore or page placements).

Of course, I am only one member, and you probably have a better chance of getting hit in the head with a space rock than getting a tip from me, so take it for what it is worth.

 

[annamaytiddies]

Don't speak for everyone. You should had written, "Dude, the reason I can't give you a specific time is because I never know how long it will take to reach countdown that night".

I know many models that can successfully set a time when they will perform on a social site. There are many ways to go about meeting a schedule or accommodating a member that can't stay a long time. There are models that use this site that manage this as well. If you think it's impossible maybe ask in your MO section and get some creative ideas of how to accomplish this.

I will offer my opinion about show goals. I believe many models do not use the information available to them very well. They set prices and goals based on what someone 'told them' but you can't ignore your rooms economic makeup. Both MFC and CB, you can see every members available tokens. Use that information when deciding things for a night like your goals. You're always going to be waiting if you set goals separate from the the realistic token pool of your room.

No, I should not have said that instead. I said what I said. Many models have a difficult time with this. You probably only visit top models, but scroll down a little and you will see models just like me who don't have an endless stream of high tipping regulars. If you really want to see someone do a show before you go to bed, pick a model who does privates. Don't just sit there and not tip because you won't be there at the end. They would still entertain you the time that you do spend there.

You think I need creative ideas? I've been a model for 2 and a half years. I read model only sections all the time so don't even act like I need to do my homework. Quite honestly that's insulting. I do well for myself and get by with what I have. I have everything a model needs to be entertaining so your point is moot.

As for your 'set token goals depending on how many tokens are showing from members', that's flawed. I don't give a damn how many tokens they have at the time. I'm not gonna sift through username after username. Anyone can buy more tokens. Anyone can drop by and tip bomb. I adjust my goals with the amount I'M comfortable to do a show with. You think if I count up to 500 tokens in a room that I'll do a cumshow for 500 tokens? And if someone has 20,000 tokens you think I'm gonna add to the total pool?

 

[justjoinedtopost]

Both MFC and CB, you can see every members available tokens. Use that information when deciding things for a night like your goals. You're always going to be waiting if you set goals separate from the the realistic token pool of your room.

Disagree completely.

Foolish I know, to expect a model to ignore it when someone is showing a lot of tokens. Not realistic, goes against human nature.

But guys show tokens sometimes with no intention of tipping. Guys use other accounts and token storage to keep tokens/token levels hidden. Some guys don't have any tokens at all, but can change that in under a minute.

The token pool a model needs to be worried about imo is the tokens she has received.

 

[SMuser69]

You probably only visit top models,

If you had looked up any of my threads I've mentioned multiple times I search for my fetish first. If you missed that bit of information before writing something like this then I'm sure there's plenty of other information available in your MO section that useful that you looked past.

You think I need creative ideas? I've been a model for 2 and a half years. I read model only sections all the time so don't even act like I need to do my homework. Quite honestly that's insulting.

I got a C in Chem my first year of college. Got an A in everything else. Getting that C didn't suddenly make me a stupid person. It made me go back and focus my efforts and figure out what went wrong. I don't mind reading a book 4, 5, 6 times till I understand something. It's shouldn't be insulting if someone suggest you might of missed something. My statement was specifically regarding your belief that a show goal can't be met on a schedule which isn't true. I'm not saying you're a bad model because of it, just that I and many members don't want to pay into uncertainty. Not knowing if you're going to get anything for your money is the biggest room turn off there is.

Disagree completely.

Foolish I know, to expect a model to ignore it when someone is showing a lot of tokens. Not realistic, goes against human nature.

But guys show tokens sometimes with no intention of tipping. Guys use other accounts and token storage to keep tokens/token levels hidden. Some guys don't have any tokens at all, but can change that in under a minute.

The token pool a model needs to be worried about imo is the tokens she has received.

It was late when I wrote that but for the most part my point was regarding models using any room economic information when deciding goals that CAN realistically be met in a reasonable period of time, token pools was just an example I threw out that I knew of, but not suggesting a model should be limited to only one form of economic information. I see many models just setting 'static' goal prices that you have no history of reaching and that leading to members not investing into them because they have 'no faith' the goal will ever happen.

 

[annamaytiddies]

If you had looked up any of my threads I've mentioned multiple times I search for my fetish first. If you missed that bit of information before writing something like this then I'm sure there's plenty of other information available in your MO section that useful that you looked past.

You're saying your threads are as vital to me as advice from actual models who have been at this for years. I didn't deny it was possible for all models to set a specific time. I said models like myself. Plus, if we set a specific time and tell everyone to be there, but haven't reached the countdown, then what? You want us to continue the show regardless?

Yes, it would help to read every single word written in these forums, but there's also models who have never stepped foot in here who also do well. How do you explain that?

 

[SophiaSophia]

I like to be thanked for token tips even when they're small- if I gave you my last 30 tokens..i know full well it amounts to almost nothing but I know you know that was the last of what I had ..Im tight enough financially that if I want to give you my last tokens then I really wanted to pay tribute for either the brief bit of your performance, or your personality or how fun your room was.
Please take two seconds to acknowledge it (unless of course you're actually mid performance- then I totally don't mind if you don't)

 

[SMuser69]

You're saying your threads are as vital to me as advice from actual models who have been at this for years. I didn't deny it was possible for all models to set a specific time. I said models like myself. Plus, if we set a specific time and tell everyone to be there, but haven't reached the countdown, then what? You want us to continue the show regardless?

Yes, it would help to read every single word written in these forums, but there's also models who have never stepped foot in here who also do well. How do you explain that?

My threads are vital if you're going to make a direct statement about my character. What information did you have that gave you the right to say, "You probably only visit top models"? You'd be livid if I made some statement without any knowledge of you like, "You probably like to pee in corners".

I'm a customer it's not my job to tell you how to run your business. I can just tell you what things attract me to the door. I provided answers to that question in this thread. It's because I'm not a model that I suggested you find your answer about how to better schedule a room goal from another model. This isn't sorcery only top row models can accomplish.

 

[justjoinedtopost]

It was late when I wrote that but for the most part my point was regarding models using any room economic information when deciding goals that CAN realistically be met in a reasonable period of time, token pools was just an example I threw out that I knew of, but not suggesting a model should be limited to only one form of economic information.

"Token pools" are not economic information. They are just not. This idea calls for a full retraction on your part. It is highly erroneous. It is not an example of anything more than misinformation.

Trial and error, and observing other models are much better ideas I think when it comes to a model deciding how they want to run things.

I have had two different models now ask me "what am I doing wrong?" because a guy came in, showing high levels on CB/lot of tokens on MFC, then either left without tipping or tipped very little. I have also seen guys who go in showing a lot of tokens, tip very little, and see if they can rely on their "token pool" as you call it, to get a model to cater to them. Any tipper who has the courage to be honest will tell you, showing tokens is an excellent way to correct a wayward model.

Encouraging models to pay attention to the tokens showing in their room is folly.

 

[Deleted member 37064]

My statement was specifically regarding your belief that a show goal can't be met on a schedule which isn't true. I'm not saying you're a bad model because of it, just that I and many members don't want to pay into uncertainty. Not knowing if you're going to get anything for your money is the biggest room turn off there is.

I see many models just setting 'static' goal prices that you have no history of reaching and that leading to members not investing into them because they have 'no faith' the goal will ever happen.

To me, this is flawed thinking. There are top models whom, on some nights, can't meet goals they have historically easily surpassed time and time again. There's far too many dynamics at play in terms of members having tokens, or not.

As to "not wanting to pay into uncertainty". What is the end goal for you? If it's simply to wank to a model, why not just take her private? Or, are you wanting to be one to do it as cheaply as possible and only tip a couple of tokens when there's a small amount left? In all honesty, there are NO GUARANTEES that a model will attain a goal, and perform a cum show or whatever turns your crank that you get off on. I've seen a model call a show due to medical issues, another due to something breaking in the home, family issues. Or, what about storms that knock out power and she goes offline right before you get your jollies and you've already tipped your two bits? That also doesn't cover anything that might occur on your end such as power loss, getting called into work, etc.

If you like the model, and you're enjoying your time there, tip a few tokens here and there as a sign of appreciation. Doing so usually helps keep them energized, and wanting to stay positive. Which, can result in them doing something extra special as a show of appreciation for those whom tip.