I work a lot with contractors in a different industry (construction/real estate) and I can't say this is true. Even mercenaries want to take pride in a job well

I work a lot with contractors in a different industry (construction/real estate) and I can't say this is true. Even mercenaries want to take pride in a job well done, and if you build a long-term project with them, they'll want to see it succeed. Being in it for the money does not have to mean not caring about what you're working on.