My advice-just keep at it. A razor of know sharpness,proper prep and most of all PATIENCE. Shaving is not/or should not be-a RACE.

Personally, I change hands so I don't have to reach across my face and when I first started shaving using my left hand-being right handed,really was not a big deal,since I had no established habits.

Lynn's DVD, is a wealth of knowledge and I highly recommend it. Even as an experienced Str8 shaver, I learned ALOT.

Learning to adequately stretch your skin,will help immensely.For me if a second pass is required,generally adding a splash of soapy water and a gentle stroke will take care of errant whiskers.

Depending on your beard, it may be necessary to shave WTG,ATG and XTG to be absolutely BBS. But,that approach requires absolute confidence and will come with time.Walk before you run and most of all,treat yourself to the best shaving products you can afford and take your time and enjoy the task at hand. Make sure your razor is REALLY shave ready-and the rest will come with experience. Don't be discouraged. Good Luck.