Couldn't agree more Typhoon650. I have had super not paid, promises made (to be later disregarded) raised eyebrows when asking simple questions about salary and conditions at interview etc etc. It is a basically a trade. Your labour and expertise in exchange for the reward/remuneration which should be specified and "cut and dried" on a tight contract or work agreement.
Goodwill and
PR does come into it ie professionalism in the arrangement. And it is enhanced by honesty on both sides. Sadly it is often missing and not only by the employee. Maybe not only in this industry but it certainly is lacking in parts of this industry.