Lot of folks want something for nothing. I had a call yesterday who asked if I would take a cut and I said NO. "We only have $110 left for the month". Too bad, I thought. Went back to playing my stupid music in a room and wondered what the hell I'm doing in this industry.

When I get frustrated/disheartened like that, I chuck it off and let the next freebie musician take it.

A bit later I got a call from a new place and booked full price.

Bottom line, if you are worth it, stick to your guns and things will work out - they always seem to balance.