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What does it mean?
Dancers expect payment even when dancing for their own amusement.
In plain terms
He thought I would pay him even if he danced alone.
What can you take from it?
Expect payment only for service.

Where it applies

  • performances
  • employment
  • socializing

Putting it to work

  • set clear payment terms
  • do not assume free work

Questions to consider

  • When did someone expect payment for free?
  • What is fair compensation?

Another view

Sometimes artists dance for passion not pay.

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