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Re:Americans are spending billions on stuff they forget to c... by 8organicbits on Saturday January 20, 2024 @04:43AM (#39066002)
> ready and available

This is key. I've had software contacts where I was on retainer to provide service if needed. I wasn't needed, and got paid just for making myself available.

The shovel person's availability is reduced, they can't take another job that conflicts with this contract. They needed to buy a shovel, stock salt, maintain their car, etc. This seems like a pretty normal service retainer.

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