Working for Free Based on Promises
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Summary
Artists often find themselves investing time and effort into projects based on promises of future compensation, only to end up working for free. This leads to wasted resources and unfulfilled expectations, causing frustration and disillusionment. The lack of clear agreements and accountability in creative collaborations exacerbates this issue, leaving artists feeling undervalued and exploited.
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Artists often work for free based on promises, leading to wasted time and unfulfilled expectations.
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