I’m struggling to see what the big deal is with using this service instead of just attaching a document to an email and hitting send. It’s much simpler, right? Anyway—looking at the timestamps, I realized it’s been nearly a year since we last spoke about this. Have you managed to develop anything new in the meantime?
Here is some additional context regarding how electronic signatures work here in the States:
You don't even need an account; it isn't tied to any specific bank at all. Honestly, I suspect the vast majority of those types of transactions—you know, just splitting a bill among friends—are handled entirely in cash these days anyway. So, banks aren't actually losing out on existing fee revenue (since those peer-to-peer transfers are pretty rare through traditional channels), but instead, they gain this vital new way to stay connected with customers from other institutions like JPMorgan Chase or Bank of America.
I’m just bumping this old thread because, honestly, this is exactly what’s been weighing on my mind lately.
So, I finally picked up my new glasses—prescriptions are +2.25 with a 1.5 cylinder in the left, and +1.75 in the right—but I can't shake this nagging feeling that something is just... off. It’s frustrating. When I try to focus on text on my computer screen, say, while working away at my desk, I can only maintain clarity for such a short window of time. And the weirdest part? As soon as I have both eyes open and trying to work together, the image just loses its sharpness entirely. It’s like my brain is fighting the lenses.
I can't help but wonder... did someone at the clinic just get the measurements wrong, or was there a mistake during the actual lens grinding process?
I mean, honestly, it would probably be a lot smoother if you just gave the folks over at JP Morgan Chase a heads-up, you know? Just to speed things up and get this whole mess sorted out a bit faster...
I’m honestly not sure if ironmarlin1 was intentionally posting questionable or just plain silly topics just to give the moderator an excuse to shut things down, but I feel like I need to step in here and defend him:
1) Look, I wouldn't call the question "genius," but why shouldn't he be allowed to ask it? In my view, a thread should only get locked if it devolves into some mindless shouting match, and in this case, the conversation hadn't even really kicked off yet. 2) To me, the question doesn't sound like something a twelve-year-old would ask—and even if it did, what's the big deal? Does that mean ironmarlin1 isn't allowed to start a discussion if he were actually twelve? Even if we were to label this question as "stupid" (which, frankly, I wouldn't do), there are a million questions on the rest of this forum that are way more idiotic, and people answer them all the time without any drama. 3) The way the moderator handled the communication just wasn't professional.
I’ve been noticing this lump on my neck, just below my right ear—maybe a swollen lymph node?—and it flares up every now and then. Then there’s this other spot in my abdomen, about two fingers' width below my bottom left rib, that does the exact same thing.
It’s been going on for quite a while now, and honestly, I’m dealing with a whole laundry list of other health issues too... I’m constantly losing potassium, dealing with neck pain, and my stomach and gut are just a mess. But the problem is, most doctors I've seen so far seem to have this attitude of "you're fine" or, even worse, "let's just wait until things get bad before we actually take you seriously."
Can anyone here see a connection between all these symptoms? I’m really looking for some actual insight or advice that’s a bit more helpful than the "do nothing" approach I keep getting from mainstream medicine.
If you actually pull the trigger on writing that, I could probably get you an intro to a major production studio here in LA.
To be honest, though, my experience with them hasn't been exactly stellar... 🙂 so I’m not entirely sure if it's the best move for you, but hey, when you're starting from zero, it’s one way to get a foot in the door. 🙂
I just received my certificate of incorporation from the notary yesterday... which means phase one is officially wrapped up. Now I’m wondering:
-What's the next move? Should I head over to TurboTax to see what they suggest, or should I just handle the rest myself?
-Do I need to get a corporate seal made first, or do I go straight to the U.S. Census Bureau? 🤷
Well, in my experience, once the registration was finalized, the folks at TurboTax actually handled the filing with the U.S. Census Bureau for me automatically. After that, they laid out a specific sequence for me to follow, and I just stuck to it: -get the corporate seal made -set up the business bank account -fax over the request to transfer funds from that temporary account held at Finance over to my permanent one at the bank -register with Social Security and the IRS (you have to register the company and the individual employees, but make sure you grab the right forms from the official government website first) -deal with the IRS
How someone does this on a professional level? Honestly, I couldn't tell you. For me, it was always just a side hustle, something I juggled alongside my day job—which, by the way, had absolutely nothing to do with this field—so I don't have any formal training in this kind of thing.
If I were stepping into that situation myself, I’d keep it simple—dead simple. In the description (you know, where you lay out the training requirements and all that), I would literally just write: "The lead character should look like Ljubomir Kerekeš in that classic film *How the War Started on My Island*." Sure, you could technically describe those physical traits using a bunch of adjectives, but why bother? It’s much better to just say it in a way that everyone understands immediately.
I haven't a clue what the communication dynamic is like on other sets, but in my experience, I was talking directly to the actors. That meant if they had questions about what I wrote, I could just pull them aside and walk them through the details in person.
Charles Ramos7 said:Thanks for the quick reply. Roughly how much are we talking about here? And if a series gets picked up for syndication or sold overseas, do I get a cut? How much detail goes into a character profile? For instance, I know exactly how a character should act, but I have no idea how to actually put that down on paper. 🤷 Does the writer usually show up on set during filming?
1) Regarding the money... look, all I can tell you for sure is what I personally made, and honestly, I'd rather not post specific numbers publicly here. 2) As for reruns or syndication deals, I really wouldn't know. I didn't negotiate any of those terms myself, and frankly, I don't make a career out of this—it was more of a side gig for me. 3) In the script, before the action actually starts, you describe things like what the characters are wearing or how the room is laid out. (And just a heads-up, shooting outdoors is always way more expensive than a studio setup, and a scene with two actors is much cheaper than one with thirty, etc.) I didn't really write long character studies; I mostly just added little notes or cues alongside the dialogue when needed. 4) Most of the time—whenever my other work wasn't getting in the way—I did show up on set. Beyond the actual filming, there's also the process of meeting with actors to help them run lines. I'm not sure what the standard industry rule is, though; I suppose it all comes down to whatever you sign in your contract. In our case, we were a small crew and we were assigned a director, so I figured it was better if I was there to guide the actors on the intended vibe rather than leaving them to guess. 🙂
I know my way around this stuff a little bit... I actually spent some time writing sketches for a show produced externally for NBC.
My guess? Having someone else handle the script just isn't really an option, at least not when you're working through production companies. So, you're looking at either writing it all yourself or hunting down someone who’s a bit more seasoned at the craft.
After that, you're looking at negotiating with a production house and filming a pilot episode—assuming they think your pitch actually holds water—just so you have something to shop around to the major networks. I'm honestly not 100% sure who picks up the tab for the pilot production costs; I assume it's all part of the fine print in the contract, but who knows?
As for the money, it's all up for negotiation. In my experience, the payouts are decent enough, but don't expect to win the lottery overnight.
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Look, I can't exactly distill the entire art of screenwriting into three quick sentences. It’s not rocket science, though. You can always find a pro to walk you through it, and once you see a few actual scripts, the required format will start to click for you.
If there's one thing I've learned from being in the trenches, it's that when employees lose their spark and production houses start cutting corners to save a buck, the humor in the writing is usually the first thing to suffer.😢
Raymond Peterson81 said:When I'm picking out a name for an LLC, is it actually allowed to be just one letter off from an existing company? For instance, if I want to go with PAS, but there’s already a business registered in another state called PASS.
Look, if they fall under a completely different federal court jurisdiction, it shouldn't really matter. I think you can get away with identical names in those cases.
The real headache starts if there’s a similar name within the same district where your specific court operates. From what I gather about the law, you usually need at least a three-letter distinction, but honestly, a lot of that falls under judicial discretion... and let me tell you, not every judge follows the same playbook. It's a total toss-up.
And another thing—you can't always find every single registered entity online. There are gaps.
My best advice? Dig into the UCC filings and relevant commercial codes, specifically sections 14 through 22, and just be prepared for the fact that different judges will see things differently.
I actually went through this myself once. One judge rejected my proposed name outright, then another one approved a totally different version for me! When I was dealing with the filing services, they told me they'd basically reroute my application to a different clerk if the assigned judge decided to play hardball after someone else had already given the green light... it's such a mess.
rapidpuma43 said:🙄But why wouldn't you be able to provide those services?? You can do whatever you want with your business That’s not really the point though... With an LLC, the only thing that truly matters is whether you turn a profit😂 Good luck!🙂
Oh, Emily Morris, you really have no idea what you're talking about... trying to lecture everyone on the economy while handing out wrong answers that aren't even remotely funny.
Annika, look, if you don't get a straight or helpful answer in this thread, just head over to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce website and look for the section on business formation. It’s all laid out there—which specific industries require permits from federal agencies or other institutions, usually based on meeting certain requirements (sometimes it's even about having specific staff on hand), so you'll likely find the answer to your question right there.
Larry Cruz51 said:So, according to the regulations, do you actually need your own degree to start a small business, or just proof that you're hiring someone with the right credentials to run things?
Actually, never mind... now that I've sat down and crunched all the numbers, it looks like I'll need at least $117😁😢 to get this venture off the ground.
Barbara, is that you? 😁
And no, you don't know me, so asking a counter-question like that doesn't really make much sense, does it? 😁
Now I'm honestly curious, though—what kind of job are you actually aiming for? 🙂
So, there he is, someone's actually trying to snap photos of him while he's clearly hurting, and his response? Just shouting, "Nothing in this life is free! Nothing is free!" 😁 Look, I’ve always had a ton of respect for the guy, truly, but honestly... seeing him crack jokes like that when things are going south? That kind of grit, that refusal to let the moment break his spirit... it just earns him even more points in my book. 👍
Peter Jones48 said:I mean, what does "marketing death" even have to do with James Bond? Maybe if it were titled "Live and Let Die Marketing" or "Marketing Death Day Two"... that would actually make sense.
Well, I suppose I could have gone with something like "Never Say Marketing Until You've Died Twice at the Casino," but since this film is also serving as my final project for my marketing degree, I decided to stick with this title.
For those of you who live and breathe James Bond, I really think you should check out my indie film, marketing death 1. It’s playing this Thursday anytime after 5 PM—just a heads up, there are three films being shown as a set.
Even Alexa claims they aren't faking the rankings for those sites sitting in the top 10,000—though, granted, that doesn't apply to the lower-tier stuff—and honestly, I’m not even surprised to see my own site ranking that high.
I honestly struggle with the same thing—getting myself moving in the morning is such a battle, unless I actually have something on the calendar that I genuinely look forward to. It just makes sense, doesn't it? You really need to find ways to kickstart more of your days with something you’re actually excited to dive into 😁