www.jdotphotography.com
I haven't done a whole lot of model shooting, mostly automotive, but I'm getting more into it.
Like Burianstan said if your just starting out shoot friends. It will be alot easier during the shoot.
If the person is shy shoot indoors.
If their skin isn't the greatest stay away from the close ups unless your good with the clone/heal tool.
Watch america's next top model for poses and how the model's carry themselves. I know thats the only reason i watch the damn show. God I can't stand tyra and her huge forehead.
Check out
www.fredmiranda.com for some pro work.
In the end keep shooting and learning. Remember what you did wrong and change that.