Steve Martin
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Perhaps I’m showing my age here but…
“Danger Will Robinson! Danger!”
In all seriousness, I agree with what other are posting here. This doesn’t sound like it will end well for you.
But I’ve been wrong before… so, best of luck to you!
Cheers,
SteveProduction is fun – but lets not forget: Nobody ever died on the video table!
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Run Forrest, Run!
Production is fun – but lets not forget: Nobody ever died on the video table!
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In addition to the above good info, I’ll that the other thing to look at is to use a physical terminal whenever possible. The fee is generally lower when a card is swiped vs the use of a virtual terminal. The idea is that they’re lest chance of fraud when the card is actually swiped and thus less risk to the bank.
When using a virtual terminal, make sure you have the client complete address, security code properly entered into the transaction for the best possible rate.
Good luck!
Production is fun – but lets not forget: Nobody ever died on the video table!
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I agree with Walter, Walter & Mark. As the owner of a small production company I would appreciate a “heads up” from a former staff employee in a situation like that. I might not like it, but at least I wouldn’t feel blind sided. If anything, it might make me reflect on why I lost the client’s confidence and perhaps the wisdom of letting the staffer go.
The lack of a heads-up probably wouldn’t prompt any public anger on my part, but I’d be unlikely to trust that person in the future.
And word would most certainly make it’s way into the tight knit production community that you poached your former employer’s client. Like most rumors, once they start can take on a life of their own and reflect (perhaps unfairly) poorly on you.
I’d give the old boss a call and let him know that one of his former clients has contacted you. Give him a chance to be a stand-up guy and your reputation will soar.
Just my 2 cents…
Production is fun – but lets not forget: Nobody ever died on the video table!
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It would seem that they’re turning into something like our friends at the USPS. It’s all about them and their processes.
“Hey, we’re the government – you don’t like it? Tough $#*+ !!
Production is fun – but lets not forget: Nobody ever died on the video table!
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Geeez! As much as we try to hide this stuff from Bob, he seems to always find it! :-0
Production is fun – but lets not forget: Nobody ever died on the video table!
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Aaron,
Could you/should you have told your current employer about the interview? Perhaps yes. Perhaps no. It sounds like you’ve got a good relationship with him – so I wouldn’t be too worried. It doesn’t sound as if he’s too upset about it. Besides, as you say, you’re being laid off and you need to focus on your future.
As for the full time vs freelance options in front of you – it sounds like you’ve broken down the pro and cons for each and it comes down to how much of a risk are you willing to take to start a full time business.
As the owner of a small production company with 7 people, I can tell you that it can be both rewarding and maddening at the same time. I like the freedom and flexibility that comes with owning my own business. But having everything fall on your own shoulders can sometimes be a heavy burden that a 9-5 employee simply doesn’t have to deal with.
There are times when I make really good money and other times when I don’t do as well. How much a roller coaster can your stomach handle?
Your own personal situation has to be taken into account as well. If others (i.e. family, kids, etc…) rely on you for support, the risk of entrepreneurship may be too great. Or not.
I started my business when I was pretty young. Not yet married and no kids. If I were in your position now (married with 2 kids) I might make a different choice than I did 20 years ago.
Short of a very public airing of all the variables in your life, I don’t know that any of us on the COW can really offer too much specific advise for what, in the end, will be a very personal decision about your future.
So please don’t view this as advise – but perhaps some insight. Of course, your mileage may vary!
Good luck!
Production is fun – but lets not forget: Nobody ever died on the video table!
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What Todd said… 🙂
Production is fun – but lets not forget: Nobody ever died on the video table!
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Craig is right. Speak to your accountant or CPA. If you don’t have one and want to run a business, you should get one so that you can help you get set-up properly.
Good luck!
Production is fun – but lets not forget: Nobody ever died on the video table!
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Max,
It sounds like you are doing the right things. But it takes time… sometime a very long time.
Think of it like farming… You have to cultivate the land, plant the seed and continue to care for and plant. Just because you don’t see the seedling sprouting out of the ground yet doesn’t mean that potentially wonderful things aren’t happening under the ground.
Be patient and keep on going with the watering and development. Over time you’ll learn which activities bear the most fruit and then you can refine your marketing (um, I mean… farming) activities for maximum effect.
Good luck!
Production is fun – but lets not forget: Nobody ever died on the video table!