Foodie Flakes vs. Rock & Roll Scum
Although most folks would never have a reason to consider it, I've discovered nearly an equal amount of snakes & outright liars populating the food industry AND music industry (about the only difference I can see is the way in which the kick in the nuts is delivered).
The latest dirtbags on my list include Chicagoland Speedway and The Taste Of Atlanta. They join "Whole Paycheck" (Foods) and Euro RSCG in the hall of shame for outrageous/unethical behavior.
Don't get me wrong: I'm no amateur, and know all the rules before committing time & talent to any project or show (i.e., signed contract and/or money up front before leaving town). These two organizations, however, both had extenuating circumstances (geographically friendly and/or prior relationships); but both ended up costing me $$$.
But here's a political question: Is it better just to take the hit, not mention a thing, and hope there's a deal to be cut down the road? Or go for "full disclosure," let it all burn, air the laundry, and vow to never deal with these people again? Discuss...
The latest dirtbags on my list include Chicagoland Speedway and The Taste Of Atlanta. They join "Whole Paycheck" (Foods) and Euro RSCG in the hall of shame for outrageous/unethical behavior.
Don't get me wrong: I'm no amateur, and know all the rules before committing time & talent to any project or show (i.e., signed contract and/or money up front before leaving town). These two organizations, however, both had extenuating circumstances (geographically friendly and/or prior relationships); but both ended up costing me $$$.
But here's a political question: Is it better just to take the hit, not mention a thing, and hope there's a deal to be cut down the road? Or go for "full disclosure," let it all burn, air the laundry, and vow to never deal with these people again? Discuss...
