Them: We're currently not paying speakers, but we're open to that. We're mainly offering a platform for a well-attended event that offers exposure and credibility to speakers. Me: That’s very kind, but I’ve got plenty of that. But the bills still need to be paid. All the best. Sam - ThreadSky

samatlounge.bsky.social • 17 days ago

Them: We're currently not paying speakers, but we're open to that. We're mainly offering a platform for a well-attended event that offers exposure and credibility to speakers.

Me: That’s very kind, but I’ve got plenty of that. But the bills still need to be paid.

All the best.

Sam

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philipsetnik.bsky.social•17 days ago

You know, in the news you hear about people who die from exposure. You never hear about people who become wealthy from exposure.

lukewalkerwriter.bsky.social•17 days ago

What is it about the creative industries that makes people think zero payment is acceptable? Might try that next time I need a plumber. No cash, just me telling people about his work.

ainemccaul.bsky.social•17 days ago

I used to own a brewery and we got a lot of that there too. Even had one chancer ask for free booze for a private house party as it would be great exposure for our brand. The neck on some people is unreal.

lukewalkerwriter.bsky.social•17 days ago

Bonkers. And you can guarantee the same people would be offended if you asked them to do their job for no payment.

samatlounge.bsky.social•17 days ago

I know, right. Just total bullshit.

lukewalkerwriter.bsky.social•17 days ago

Enraging innit?

barryryerson.bsky.social•17 days ago

helenstockton.bsky.social•17 days ago

The curse of the freelance *sighs*

samatlounge.bsky.social•17 days ago

Exhausting, isn’t it

helenstockton.bsky.social•17 days ago

It really is. ☹️

scotlandyardcsi.bsky.social•17 days ago

👍

keithwdickinson.bsky.social•17 days ago

Exposure kills.

I wonder if everyone involved is working for free, or only the creatives?

dept42.bsky.social•17 days ago

'Good day sir, I'd like to pay for these vegetables, all organic of course, these free-range eggs, steaks, and champagne - you do take exposure and credibility?'
😁🙄

samatlounge.bsky.social•17 days ago

I’ll try that later. 😩

dergullen.bsky.social•17 days ago

You can die of exposure.

samatlounge.bsky.social•17 days ago

Right.

russwrites.bsky.social•17 days ago

It never ends though, does it? No doubt they still go through their usual routine of being hurt when you point out the reality of the situation...

samatlounge.bsky.social•17 days ago

I do wonder if anyone who asks me to speak for free has any idea how much I need to earn to support me and my daughter.

I beg you to consider how you would cope with the same number of bills and all of the jobs and responsibilities your partner has at the same time.

stuhennigan.bsky.social•17 days ago

Tell em to fuck off 😀 Or, "that sounds great, my standard fee, non-negotiable is......" tends to be a marvellous conversation killer.

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