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Originally Posted by PORNSTARGLOBAL?
Well thats just a good way to start a business relationship in my opinion. If he would have come through , I would have sent him work constantly for a long time to come. Nothing like a good faith gesture to get the ball rolling. I mean we are only talking about $300.00 here, its more the principle than anything else. I have been sent (up front) money in the past on numerous occasions and have returned the favor when I can. It inspires the person on the other end if nothing else. I dont think everyone should have to do business in fear, we just need to keep exposing them as they pop-up.
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Like I said, when it's someone you don't know from Adam I'm sorry but your way is downright foolish. Period. As is now obvious. You are right of course, but only when it pertains to someone who is known IMO. I've never heard of this Mijaro guy before nor his site and that right there says a lot, to me anyway. If it were someone known on the boards that does decent flash work and has a reputation to maintain I wouldn't think twice about forwarding a few hundred bucks on faith that the job will be done and that I'll be satisfied or more than satisfied with the work. I can think of maybe half a dozen people who I'd put that level of trust in. (as well as several dozen more who I wouldn't)
Myself, I've done many different small jobs over the years for different people in this business, from graphics to design, galleries to writing. All of them knew me from the boards, and nearly all of them sent me the money up front, not that I asked for it. They just had the attitude with me of "No problem, how much? --- okay it's sent".... and they got the work they asked for.
So I guess my question is, how well did you know this guy before blindly sending him your $300?
Sorry, but your "good faith" plan has flaws. It's not about doing business in fear, it's about someone earning your trust and whether or not they truly value their integrity and business reputation. Your way allows this kind of thief to take advantage of you, whereas my way doesn't, or at least it lessens the chances by a considerable margin.