A few weeks ago, I wrote a quick Q&A on spec work, and why to avoid it. I just came across the AIGA's (American Institute of Graphic Arts) position on spec work, which includes helpful sample letters to use in response to requests for spec and design competitions. As AIGA puts it, spec work "seriously compromises the quality of work that clients are entitled to and also violates a tacit, long-standing ethical standard." What do you think?