There's a fear that if you give away too much information, people won't pay you for your services. I mean, if you keep your best stuff to yourself, you'll be the best-kept secret around—a secret no one hires. In truth, it’s not their idea or your idea; it’s just an idea. Where To Draw The LineHere’s the thing: no matter how much you give away, there’s still a line to cross. You’re The Real ValueThe fear of “giving it all away means they won’t pay” is really just the fear nobody will want to hire you.

Source: Forbes February 21, 2018 17:26 UTC