i would just add that the proof of concept can cost upwards of six figures. in other words, real companies that make real things charge their customers real mo

i would just add that the proof of concept can cost upwards of six figures. in other words, real companies that make real things charge their customers real money. if there's no money, guess what, they're not a customer! move on. the business sociopath who you're interacting with at the other side of the table is more than happy to have you work for free for as long as you're willing.