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Originally Posted by loreen
GFY contests are fun and it's not all about the direct money that you receive at the end of the contest 
mavruda, thanks! |
No problem Loreen!
And yes contests are for showing skills and abilities, but to show them you have to have at least some stimulus. Money is good one. Contest is the place where you can see how the rest of the designers are thinking and a way to "synchronize your watch" along with the rest - to see where is your place comparing to the others. Prize at the end is recognition that you ARE having skills.
Olympic games are on same principle - some says: Important is the participation - and I would say the same if someone else wins the $100. The winner may not only get the 100 bucks, but may get some additional purchases, sponsorship, offer for a job - attention in basic. The good way.