Point one-My first apt. shop was in 2005; it paid $40. My last such work was in 2023; shop anyone at $100 each for 4 jobs in the same day. As I am not in need, I refuse to work for less.
Point two-Shoppers, for whom narrative is not a problem, seem to be in much shorter supply in today's marketplace.
Point three-A tremendous amount of time can be consumed reaching targets, especially if the call is recorded.