He mentioned Pandora and that was the first service that came to mind for me. I wanted a way to donate to them, but couldn't find it (frankly, I didn't look very hard either, I'm sure if I sent an e-mail they'd find a way for me to send money).
A year ago I purchased a "registered" copy of 7-zip for $20 some odd dollars because I wanted to support the development of that application. It afforded me e-mail support or something like that, but I have never bothered the developer. I just loved the application.
I don't command a six figure income. I'm also the sole financial provider for a family of four. I recognize value when I see it. It is a sort of "tip" to the people who I'm reaping benefits from and I have no problem showing my gratitude monetarily.
So ... another way to look at this is ... you have a winning product if people are asking for ways to pay you for what you're giving away.
He mentioned Pandora and that was the first service that came to mind for me. I wanted a way to donate to them, but couldn't find it (frankly, I didn't look very hard either, I'm sure if I sent an e-mail they'd find a way for me to send money).
A year ago I purchased a "registered" copy of 7-zip for $20 some odd dollars because I wanted to support the development of that application. It afforded me e-mail support or something like that, but I have never bothered the developer. I just loved the application.
I don't command a six figure income. I'm also the sole financial provider for a family of four. I recognize value when I see it. It is a sort of "tip" to the people who I'm reaping benefits from and I have no problem showing my gratitude monetarily.
So ... another way to look at this is ... you have a winning product if people are asking for ways to pay you for what you're giving away.