From time to time, I would receive emails like the following: Example 1: I wrote to you some time ago and was essentially rejected by you. maybe you are more open to it now...please allow me to suggest two ways where we can collaborate... -------------------------- Example 2: ...we do not pay panelist. However, we still hope that you would consider to be a panelist... talking about how each individual should build their portfolio at every stage of their life which also fits into our theme for this year.... looking forward to your favourable reply. -------------------------- Watch this! ROFL! "Oh, this job is unpaid but it does offer excellent exposure." Yes, the word "exposure" is used pretty much all the time when people want me to work without pay......