A job is a job, if you need one. Sometimes "free estimates" attract
business. If you have the time to play for "free," it might be worth it in
the long run. To me, its like mowing the lawn where the only virtue is good
exercise and it looks good when you are done. Besides, if Sam gives you the
job at the Posh eatery, then portentiously posh people might hire you for
other jobs.
Good luck.
Thalia Martin