I had a boss who doled out an endless amount of analogies that made no sense, and required explanation that we never got.
"Business is a lot like eating food, digesting, and taking dumps." And then he'd walk away.
I considered this a lot worse than having to work in a freshly-painted office with no ventilation.
I wouldn't bother giving them such a hefty amount, only because it may set expectations for future bonuses. That's been a problem I've dealt with in the past -- coworkers of mine expect a set amount only to get less than they anticipated, and it screws up their plans/budgeting.
I agree with whomever suggested giving $500, and setting the rest aside for future bonuses. Nothing builds morale like unexpected bonuses after a project's been completed.
Plenty of bands already allow taping (Phish, DMB, etc.) and in many cases, if you're friends with someone who's taping the show, you can get a mastered, crisp copy shortly after a show.
Pearl Jam's already known for selling their own live shows, as is Phish - this just expedites the production, and gets the shows out sooner. (And the recording quality is usually better.)
I don't even see why the RIAA would be involved - it's not like Clear Channel's allowed to just tape a concert and sell it in the lobby.
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Hey, as long as it can break the habit of "ur" = "your/you're," I'm all for it.
I had a boss who doled out an endless amount of analogies that made no sense, and required explanation that we never got. "Business is a lot like eating food, digesting, and taking dumps." And then he'd walk away. I considered this a lot worse than having to work in a freshly-painted office with no ventilation.
I wouldn't bother giving them such a hefty amount, only because it may set expectations for future bonuses. That's been a problem I've dealt with in the past -- coworkers of mine expect a set amount only to get less than they anticipated, and it screws up their plans/budgeting. I agree with whomever suggested giving $500, and setting the rest aside for future bonuses. Nothing builds morale like unexpected bonuses after a project's been completed.
"a fucking nerd shit face" I want to see YOU interviewed. Imagine the hilarity!
Pearl Jam's already known for selling their own live shows, as is Phish - this just expedites the production, and gets the shows out sooner. (And the recording quality is usually better.) I don't even see why the RIAA would be involved - it's not like Clear Channel's allowed to just tape a concert and sell it in the lobby.