Bad idea. Never, ever, give a job out of compassion when the only reason is sympathy. You will end up frustrated with a worker that doesn't bring much and your

Bad idea. Never, ever, give a job out of compassion when the only reason is sympathy. You will end up frustrated with a worker that doesn't bring much and your friend will also end up discomfited with a job that doesn't fulfill him. Be a great friend and help him find a job, you are the smart one.