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Old 2005-11-23, 09:47 AM   #1
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I think that ultimately it comes down to risk vs reward. Risk is something that we encounter every day, but individual tolerance for risk varies. I think it's clear that Alex has a very low tolerance for risk, which is what works for him. FG on the other hand does not focus on the potential negative consequences, preferring to focus on the anticipation of positive consequences.

We're each entitled to make those decisions for ourselves, neither is right or wrong.
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Old 2005-11-23, 10:18 AM   #2
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I think that ultimately it comes down to risk vs reward. Risk is something that we encounter every day, but individual tolerance for risk varies. I think it's clear that Alex has a very low tolerance for risk, which is what works for him. FG on the other hand does not focus on the potential negative consequences, preferring to focus on the anticipation of positive consequences.

We're each entitled to make those decisions for ourselves, neither is right or wrong.
Having worked for someone (in a non-related business) that got shafted by local government, I know how they work. They want to get rid of you, so they stop you for something simple (burned out taillight on your car) and they use that as an excuse to start a little witch hunt.

Most people are unaware or fail to understand the concept of "piling it on". Many laws are written in such a way that if you do 1 thing wrong, they can put about 50 -100 charges on you. My example with FG was the simple outdoor photoshoot. That would be enough to merit a warrent to check all of her content, and in that review, they could possibly find other things that didn't like. What starts with a simple "commercial movie production without a location permit" can end up being so much more. Giving (especially) local officials a small way in the door can lead to insane amounts of trouble. There is always something else that can be found.

webwoman: The best thing anyone can do here is learn from your experience. It seems like something very small (which most people would ignore) starts a chain of events that leads you to likely have to move your business and yourself. I have a feeling that the big building kitty corner to you is a church. Most people don't even consider the zoning aspects of their business. Good luck and let us know the end results.

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Old 2005-11-23, 01:36 PM   #3
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on my way out the door to the lawyer now...will keep you posted.
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