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So, this week’s episode is a two-parter: Firstly, we’ll talk about how service providers can handle these situations without feeling douchey or guilty or rude to those who basically want your services for free but also without getting stuck accidentally working pro bono. Secondly, we’ll talk about how those of you who would like to get some advice should go about approaching service providers without seeming like a cheapskate that just wants to get help without paying for it.