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Originally Posted by seeric
Yup. And all of that time was completely wasted. Could have spent that time doing constructive shit!
Like DWB says "You cannot flunk out of porn".
I gave up on trying to show people who was scum and who was holy.
Anti Piracy - Was like trying to herd cats that were high.
.XXX - See statement above.
You can't organize renegades.
I'm much happier and so is my bank account. Still trying to come up with a way to sell my nick for enough money to make all the time I spent posting worthwhile and worthless shit alike.
Lol.  |
Fucking sell-out pussy!!!
Meeooowwww...
Nah, I hear you dude. I know it's a lot easier to keep your mouth shut, and if ethics are unimportant to you, to cash in by sucking up to companies that put profits before people (some to the point of illegal activities). NOTE: Not referring to you - it's a general comment.
I chose when I started into adult to be as independent as possible. As such, after over 10 years in the industry, I am still a one-person operation (although I employ numerous independent contractors on a project-by-project basis).
Since I am neither a sponsor or affiliate, I don't feel fettered, and so I generally speak my mind pretty freely. I consider myself a renegade and an organizer.
Also, I take a holistic approach to life, so trying to do what I think is ethical is ingrained in me. Another important thing to understanding what makes me tick, is that the humanist in me makes me want to "get involved" with whatever I am doing for the betterment of the community.
I view content theft/piracy, and the insidious infiltration of criminal elements into our legal business, as the greatest threats facing our industry today. Therefore, it would be wrong and out of character for me to not speak out about these issues, even if it subjects me to ridicule by some who like the status quo, or want to defend the criminals.
It takes time, and it's difficult to change hearts and minds, or influence behavior. For me it's a lifetime journey. Believe me, I don't think I have all the answers or that I am morally superior to anyone - I spend way more time soul-searching and trying to better myself than I do speaking out on issues.
Honestly, I enjoy working, spending time with my wife, playing my guitar, playing tennis, and posting pictures on GFY in my spare time, w-a-y more than debating business ethics and such, however, I find my time to have been more constructively spent on GFY if I occasionally comment on issues relevant to our industry, instead of just goofing around for shits and giggles or brown-nosing people all the time (not that there is anything wrong with a little R 'n R after a long day of slinging porn).
I actually have learned a great deal over my years here on GFY, and built some fantastic business and personal relationships. That's what makes it all still worth doing to me.
Despite my outspoken stands on issues which I feel passionate about, I don't see that it has ever cost me any business that I wanted to conduct. In fact, my reputation on GFY has aided me in developing new business opportunities.
Anyway, let me know if you ever get up this way and want to cuddle amigo...
ADG