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That's funny, I had the same thought when I read that idea -- that it might have the same downside as a couple of subtle word changes -- someone evaluating your sample could conclude you just made a m ...

Wow, that's pretty dumb of the guy. To be clear though, not only would I not do this with someone I knew or had worked with, I wouldn't even do it with someone who had been *referred* by someone I kne ...

I understand the trust arguments which have been posited, I just happent o disagree that anyone should be expected to trust a stranger online.

I enjoy many productive, profitable and trust-based cl ...

I've appreciated all the insights as well and I'm glad I brought up the question. I ended up sending the sample unwatermarked on the basis of the thoughtful and persuasive examples here.

In terms o ...

We've never changed a spot or watermarked it in any way, but there's a tiny, quiet, cynical voice in my head sometimes that wonders.

This was what I was wondering about, and I'm glad to hear from a ...

Do as you're asked or walk away as anything else would be seen as lack of trust which never leaves a good impression.

Thank you for the reply and I hope this doesn't come across as argumentative be ...

I've received a request for a custom sample from a new client who I have no history with. I'm interested in the project, but the sample, while short, is complete enough that it could theoretically be ...