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Considering Cam girl work when I can't work traditionally

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metintheclass · 09/06/2023 23:45

Hear me out

I am a FT carer and need to catch up on some sleep whilst my DC is at school.

That leaves, roughly, 3 or 4 hours a day for a job of any sort.

Ideally it'll be something self employed because my DC has a lot of medical appointments sometimes and this is tricky when a job is already term time only in a school, which I've left before as it was getting a bit silly with the time off

I've looked into those remote live chat jobs - an example is something like Argos or whatever, you click on chat to an agent and someone helps you. That sort of thing. But I've found 0

I'm thinking Cam work might work? Or at least worth trying? I'm not bothered about showing myself... my flesh is mine to keep. Nobody is touching me.

I have even thought of taking in ironing but there are companies who are big around here who already provide this service. The same goes for dog walking

I live in the countryside sort of semi rural and there is a local dog walker and doggy daycare type of place that provides safe open fields and stuff for dogs! So you would have ridiculous competition

Any advice and help would be appreciated

Before caring, I was a secretary in a hospital

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growgrowinggrown · 10/06/2023 00:12

I think you should do a bit of research first, it is such a competitive and saturated market.

You don't just log on and get men throwing money at you.

It takes such a long time to develop a following, you need excellent camera and lighting equipment, different outfits/toys etc.

You have to master editing, marketing, advertising etc. And even then you can walk away making a pittence.

Lots of people (MN) assume that camming is some fall back option that you can just hop into if needs must, I promise you it isn't easy at all.

However, some practical tips for you....

Adultwork is the biggest UK site with most paid traffic, ugly interface but does the trick.
Record a few short clips introducing yourself that you upload for free.
Then record any shows you do and upload them for a set fee - useful for generating passive income when you're not online.

Come up with a niche suited to you, doesn't matter what it is, and stick to it. You cannot be jack of all trades, you'll alienate too many potential users. Weird ones might get less interest overall, but those that are into it will pay more for it.

You can sell used items on Adultwork too. Do a show, offer the underwear you wore for a price (primark is your friend here)

Phoneline is least lucrative, textchat is practically dead and only really used for punters to organise meet ups with the escorts on there.

There is a very active forum for the girls to chat and support each other, get involved you can get a lot of excellent advice.

Don't forget, with any cam site you get paid into your bank account or online wallet so it is traceable and the tax man will want his share too.
It will also show on your bank statements if you have need to show anyone (I.e mortgage applications).

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metintheclass · 10/06/2023 00:04

NeverendingCircus · 10/06/2023 00:01

If you were a secretary before, could you offer your services as a virtual PA?

Cam work is degrading to you and encourages men to objectify women and not relate properly to us. Look for other options if you can. If it's not something you'd feel happy and proud of your daughter doing, don't do it yourself.

Problem with virtual PA work is needing to be available more than the 3 or 4 hour window I can currently offer clients

Yes I do see what you're saying. I get it. I wouldn't be thrilled if my DD did it but sometimes needs must, it feels like

I suppose the main reason I'd even think of doing it is because it can be accessible (I did it for a few months in my late teens before deciding it wasn't right. My new partner at the time was quite a religious Jew so I stopped without telling him I'd even done it)

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Ingrowncrotchhair · 10/06/2023 00:01

humblemeep · 10/06/2023 00:00

Apparently selling worn shoes and underwear is lucrative too.

Yes I’ve heard about that but never found where/how to sell them, in my desperate earlier years

NeverendingCircus · 10/06/2023 00:01

If you were a secretary before, could you offer your services as a virtual PA?

Cam work is degrading to you and encourages men to objectify women and not relate properly to us. Look for other options if you can. If it's not something you'd feel happy and proud of your daughter doing, don't do it yourself.

humblemeep · 10/06/2023 00:00

Apparently selling worn shoes and underwear is lucrative too.

ArgosKettle · 09/06/2023 23:58

Do it!!

Life is short...and expensive.

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metintheclass · 09/06/2023 23:57

Hopeful bump

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metintheclass · 09/06/2023 23:47

My DC is 8 and in a special needs school so low chance of anyone recognising me there!

I'd also wear a wig I think, and do make up differently. Use a different name

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