[carvking]

This - I recently hired someone for 80$ an hour for a quick Sharepoint Powerblabber fix - one online meeting, he pointed me to the solution in 20 minutes, charged 30 minutes - everyone was happy.

All very professional - answered promptly knew his stuff + the necessary meet and greet in the beginning.

[sgt]

It may also be a bit strategic from his side. You know he is reliable and doesn't overcharge now. He could be very useful going forward.