What do you think????

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Originally Posted by Xstr8guy

Tyler, sleep with Chad. It did wonders for Kelly's career. ;)

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EXCUSE ME?!?!?! I dont think so.. I did this shit myself LOL *KICKS*
How dare you.... *Shrugs* I dont give head for fame hehehe Im just sweet thats all and Plus Im a virgin so I dont know what heck you are talking about
:wacko: HAHAHAH.....

See Tyler this worked out to be a good thread!! GOOD JOB BUD!! LOVE IT!!!

Well thank you all so much..I see all of your points. I think i have a head start too.. at least im gonna take all this down, and try to use it... I love this kind of advice too, beacuse i wouldnt know anything beacuse i havnt experience it all yet so im really glad to hear from all of you. i hold all of this as really useful info. Also now i have alot to think about and to really think what i wanna do.. BUt for every reply i wanna thank you and i will take it all in. im so happy this topic worked out. and if you ever wanna give me more advice or whatever email me.... THANK YOU AGAIN..


Tyler Mason

ttylermasonn@yahoo.com:sun: :sun:

hahaha Kelly. your the best and so funny... :)

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Originally Posted by boyfunk

Here are some thoughts, which include some repetition of suggestions others have made. Some of them will apply to you, but they're written more generally for any model :

1. If you're at the show to do business (advance your career), act like it. Make people notice you by asking intelligent questions, speaking intelligently... most business owners assume models are there only for eye candy because most models *act* like they're only there for eye candy. Introduce yourself to people. Don't get shitfaced, it just reinforces the stereotype that all the models do is get drunk or high and blunder around like a bull in a china shop.

2. Other people may disagree on this point, but I believe that being friendly and a maybe a *little* flirty will earn you much more respect than acting like a ho. AJ and I made a business decision *not* to do business with a company we were otherwise seriously considering, because the owners were continually completely trashed and acting like hoes (attempting to hump us, that sort of thing) at the first two shows where we saw them. I mean, people can and should have fun and let their hair down, but there's a line. There are enough companies out there that know how to act professionally that we don't really need to do business with people that aren't serious about earning our business. As a model, you have a lot more leeway, but you'll definitely earn respect more quicly if you act like you are deserving of respect.

3. Listen, listen, listen. You can learn a *lot* about this industry just by hanging in circles of conversation -- in the hallways, on the convention floor, and particularly at the parites -- and listening to what's being said. Don't jump in too fast unless you really have something meaningful to say; jumping in for the sake of jumping in probably won't help you.

4. Internext Vegas is really a once-a-year opportunity to meet and connect with a lot of people. (arguably Phoenix Forum is as good or better.) Use your time wisely; sure you can have some fun, but try to spend as much time as possible around people... preferably making sure to find lots of time for *new* people rather than just the ones you already know well.

5. Others may disagree on this point also, but I believe that as a model, you'll do best in the long term if you're thoughtful and careful about what companies you choose to work with and how much and how quickly you expose yourself to the market. I've seen a number of models who have worked for practically every company in the business; they quickly get overexposed, and in a very short time no one really wants them any more. Likewise, doing the opposite and putting most of your energy into one small company may not be your best choice either, unless the company is really growing or is very well regarded. Best in my book to cultivate relationships with a small number of companies you really want to work with and (assuming that the models they use are similar to your look) focus on getting opportunities with ones that are obviously visible and growing.

6. Reputation is everything. Both your reputation and the reputation of the studio or website you're working with. If you're known as a team player, drama free, reliable and consistent, that means a *lot.* And, unfortunately, the opposite is true also. To a lesser extent, your association with a given studio or website, if you work a lot with one studio/site or are exclusive to it, will also have an effect. There are a handful of studios/companies that have an almost universally abysmal reputation, and others that, while visible and not actively disliked, are not exactly the ones that others in the industry are jumping to work with. You'll be able to figure out which are which by listening, observing, and asking around.

Hope that helps!

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Hmmm my own boss doesnt mention me :( it is all good .. I will get over it...
anyways.....:groovy:

These are all good ideas But always be real and genuine .. EVEN IF YOU DO DRINK .... always being you and real.. Never be fake... Be happy to know the people around you!!!

" BEING GENUINE" Is extremly important I really love all my friends and I show them lots of respect because they are my mentors and I really look up to them! Most models try and act like they like people when they really dont and it is very NOTICABLE!!!

Dont walk around with a stick up your ass like some do... Dont try and copy other people success.. Use them as accents to what you do .. So that you never end up trying to be someone else...

I really think without all the extra....the things that will really help you out is being genuine.. Dont go in having an attitude like ( ME ME ME ME ) Be a real loving spirited person with ambitions , goals, dreams! It will show in your eyes! Hanging out in groups of models is a really BAD Idea!! Also when you make conversation make sure it is intelligent and not about your new cell phone or the LOUIS VUITTON Wallet you got! It will leave a bad taste in people mouth!! Also this is a very small industry!! Never bad mouth anyone on any circumstance! It will get around eventually and in the end you will be in a bad situation and people will not trust you or want to talk to you....

I dont think talking shit is ever a good policy even out of the industry but that is me and being gossipy is another bad things I would have to say!! But most of all like I said before.. Being polite, intelligent, AND GENUINE are really key things and I think they will help you go along way!!!

But that is just my 2 cents hahaha you know Im always good for it!!!
LOL...

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Originally Posted by chadknowslaw

First, Cityboyz says I am hung like a horse.

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That's not a rumor! Everyone knows that's true. Those black panties left little to the imagination. ;)

There are only a handful of models that make six figures off the internet. Compare that to thousands of webmaster who are doing that right now. My point: don't rely on modeling to make your fortune.

Learn html, php, and webdesign, hang out here, read everything you can and create your own website and fan base. Create your own buzz. You are the only person that can bring this degree of motivation. Take control. Don't wait on phone calls from potential clients. You can always do that AND start creating your own space on the internet.

I can surmise success in the gay adult internet in one word: NEW

Surfers love new. They love new updates. They love new designs. They love new models. They love new features, videos, and a dynamic experience. NEW is what fuels sales and keeps members coming back.

Find out what makes you special with your fans. Listen to the feedback, positive and negative. When you get a good idea of what they want from you, that is your time to capitalize. If you are only relying on youth, there's a sea of young men out their but there's only one you - make them know who you are ;)

thanks... great info.

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Originally Posted by Huskyhunks

Compare that to thousands of webmaster who are doing that right now.

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Um.. I highly doubt there are actually thousands of webmasters in adult pulling in 6 figures, in fact, id go so far as to say there are probably less than 300 who can pull in a consistent 6 figure income year after year.

Id also go as far as to say that less than 30 of those are actually 'visible' on the majority of wm related boards.

That being said, there are definately thousands of webmasters who say they pull in 6 figures a year :)

Regards,

Lee