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« Reply #150 on: February 12, 2012, 23:52 »
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Thank you Alex. Does that mean everyone sees a new commission structure on January 1, 2013 or only new contributors after that time?



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« Reply #152 on: February 13, 2012, 04:36 »
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For simplicity's sake, is it a (delayed) pay-cut for all or not?
« Last Edit: February 13, 2012, 04:40 by microstockphoto.co.uk »

« Reply #153 on: February 13, 2012, 05:39 »
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With info like that you may aswell have come empty handed.

Unclear comments that fuel more questions and doubt than answers.

« Reply #154 on: February 13, 2012, 14:25 »
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I'll save my screaming and hollering for later - who knows what might happen between now and 2013? However, the notion that 123rf is to be the latest in a long and ignominious line of agencies upping their take and reducing that of contributors isn't good news.

Forgive me if I'm not all that interested in hearing about 123rf increasing their "long term growth".

« Reply #155 on: February 13, 2012, 16:46 »
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It's a system wide rollover for simplicity's sake,

So to make it easy on yourself you will be reducing commissions for all contributors on January 1, 2013.  Am I reading that correct? 

Please consider increasing the prices of the files if you intend to decrease the commission. 

Mat

« Reply #156 on: February 13, 2012, 16:56 »
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It's a system wide rollover for simplicity's sake,

So to make it easy on yourself you will be reducing commissions for all contributors on January 1, 2013.  Am I reading that correct? 

Please consider increasing the prices of the files if you intend to decrease the commission. 

Mat

shall we discuss FT? :P

lisafx

« Reply #157 on: February 13, 2012, 18:33 »
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It's a system wide rollover for simplicity's sake,

So to make it easy on yourself you will be reducing commissions for all contributors on January 1, 2013.  Am I reading that correct? 


Huh?!!  Before it was for new contributors, in 2013 it's going to be ALL contributors?  I don't see how you can apply this to everyone "for simplicity's sake" while at the same time "taking into account seniority". 

I'm not trying to be combative at all, but this seems like a major change from what we were told.  Now I am more confused than ever.   ???

« Reply #158 on: February 13, 2012, 20:45 »
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It amazes me that Amazon can pay e-book authors 70% and these agencies think they are worth more than even 50%.  Moreso that WE let them get away with it.  Not to mention that Amazon lets you pick and change your prices, run specials offer freebies.
« Last Edit: February 13, 2012, 20:53 by Pixart »

« Reply #159 on: February 13, 2012, 22:28 »
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Could we have some clarity please. Is it new contributors only effective 2013 or is it ALL contributors effective 2013 or is it something in between ?


« Reply #161 on: February 14, 2012, 03:47 »
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All...

Well, there you go, that's nice and simple isn't it. I guess everyones happy now  ;D >:(
« Last Edit: February 14, 2012, 04:05 by Microstock Posts »

Microbius

« Reply #162 on: February 14, 2012, 04:00 »
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Wow, well done to those who weren't even with or actively contributing to 123 and to 123 for listening to them  >:(

fujiko

« Reply #163 on: February 14, 2012, 06:41 »
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Is this greed?

Maybe being on top tier had something to do with this.

I hope you realize that your current position above Fotolia has something to do with Fotolia's greed and their treatment of contributors. Please, don't make the same mistakes.

This is going to hurt long term growth.

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« Reply #164 on: February 14, 2012, 06:51 »
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No need to worry!

We still have yet to make it past 12/21/12.

« Reply #165 on: February 14, 2012, 07:32 »
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Microstock Act? "The bigger, greedier"

« Reply #166 on: February 14, 2012, 08:44 »
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Alex can you please explain us what is going on here? I am confused too

sc

« Reply #167 on: February 14, 2012, 09:03 »
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HI Jo Ann,

It's a system wide rollover for simplicity's sake, however, it does take into account seniority depending on how long you've been with us in 2012, at least.

Alex.
All...

This is about a clear as mud.
I don't understand why sites continue to post ambiguous statements in a public forum.
All that does is cause anxiety and rampant speculation amongst contributors.
Why don't you privately contact a select group of members to get their feedback beforehand?
Wouldn't that be a better way to take the communities temperature than what you are currently doing?

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« Reply #168 on: February 14, 2012, 13:56 »
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Hi Everyone,

I do apologize for the silence. We have reached a decision and confident that we have a plan that can cater for the long term growth of sales and earnings.

We will make the official announcement in a day or two and it will be available on 123RF.com.

I don't come empty handed though:
1. the qualification rule has been lifted, and
2. the date of implementation will be stretched till January 1, 2013, thereafter, we'll use the new commission payout structure.

Further details on the MOTD as you login into the contributor account on 123RF within 48 hours.

Let's keep on rockin'!

Alex.
Time and date of post is Reply #149 on: February 12, 2012, 22:51

So it is 47 hours and nothing on the site as of now?

It is well within 48 hours and should be up by now.

lisafx

« Reply #169 on: February 14, 2012, 15:01 »
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All...

Well, there you go, that's nice and simple isn't it. I guess everyones happy now  ;D >:(

Wow.  That really sucks.  Despite reports of increases from smaller sellers, my experience with 123RF is 5 years of stagnant income, regardless of significant yearly portfolio growth. 

As it is, 123 only represents around 2% or my income.  If that drops, they will become completely irrelevant.  I would like to hear some more details so I can decide if 123RF is going to be worth my time. 

traveler1116

« Reply #170 on: February 14, 2012, 15:15 »
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Wow, well done to those who weren't even with or actively contributing to 123 and to 123 for listening to them  >:(
I don't think anyone wants to see sites dropping commissions. 

« Reply #171 on: February 14, 2012, 16:12 »
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All...

Good Luck and put your helmet on.

You guys aren't big enough and in my opinion haven't garnered enough loyalty to make a crazy, vague, indecisive move like this.  The back and forth, contradictory messages have rattled my confidence in you.  I hope you guys can get it together.  As I've mentioned before, I see potential with 123rf but at this point in my opinion it's drifting away.

Mat 

« Reply #172 on: February 14, 2012, 17:00 »
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I'm going to wait until we have something to be upset about before I worry too much.  From what we know, nothing will change for another ten months.  And 123RF has been good to me; they're my #5 earner over the past four years, #4 over the last year and #3 for the last three months.  Aside from their slow review process (19 days and counting), I've had no complaints.  So I'll hope the news isn't too bad and then reevaluate when I know something.

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« Reply #173 on: February 14, 2012, 19:49 »
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Further details on the MOTD as you login into the contributor account on 123RF within 48 hours.

Alex.
Not looking good it has been well over 48 hours and there is still no info as of yet?



 

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