Monday, December 15, 2008
LOVE, MONEY OR SOMETHING ELSE?
Every time about this year Im approached by several people, companies asking me to sell them a property. For those who are new to the industry a property is what we hollywierdos ( thats what I call everyone in this business- including myself) call a script. All my friends tell me I get attached to my works and don't want to let them go- which is not the case. I feel If create something, and put my heart, soul, sweat, tears into I have earned the right to say what i want to do with it. I write plays, screen plays for the world to see - however, pay me accordingly. Is that asking to much? I didn't get into this business for the money-- I was raised by a middle class working family whereas every penny counted, so money has never been an issue with my works-- most of my friends will tell you - I could/should have been a millionaire 3 times by now - but choose to turn down various offers- that most people would have jumped out of a window for. We all have a purpose in this world. Not until a year ago - I was lost-- had no clue what I was here on earth to do. And then one day it came to me-- JUST LIKE THAT - BAM! I understood, and I knew right at that very moment - why God place me here - I knew my purpose of living -- my purpose of life. But you ask Layon, what does this have to do with people wanting to pay you for your work? Don't misunderstand-- I love money, I love the fact that someone are people are willing to pay for my works. That in itself is a blessing-- however- I know my worth -- and I cant sell out my integrity for a few pennies. What do you think?
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Layon you are the truth. Thank you
ReplyDeleteBelieve me I understand. Standing up for what you believe in and not willing to sell yourself short is a hard thing to do in the world of art, entertainment and business. Sometimes you have to let situations go, turn opportunities down in order to stick to your guns, regardless of how much profit you may lose, but at the same time, you still deserve to receive what you are worth for the time you put into your creativity. Balancing that and doing it for the love of your gift, is NOT something everyone can comprehend because everyone is about "give me give me", money and greed, and will do anything at any cost to get rich. So I commend you brotha for sticking to your guns!
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Kristi
I say go for it! The fact that someone wants to purchase your work means that they value the blood, sweat and tears that you've put into it. And if they have money to put into it to make it better than what it is, why not?! It could be a good move for you, especially if you option it to the right person. I wouldn't detach myself though. That would be my trade for being UNDERPAID.
ReplyDeleteAt least see how it goes Layon, you don't have to be willing to just let it go, but creativity is endless! Option one and see what happens! If it works out great, if it doesn't great! It's not compromising your integrity to sell for less than what you believe it to be worth. That's pride.
You have a lot to offer the world. Selling a few of your scripts, for whatever amount, can only help you achieve your goal of reaching the masses. Whether it's by getting your name out more, or generating enough checks to get your name out on your own.
You can always write another script. It's not about holding on, it's about letting go.
Making room for the new!