> I agreed to the job, requiring only that they pay my travel and food expenses, no stock, no pay. Why would a professional take no compensation for their time

> I agreed to the job, requiring only that they pay my travel and food expenses, no stock, no pay. Why would a professional take no compensation for their time when specifically sought out by the company? I can understand taking cash only (in case of conflict of interest concerns), but I can’t grasp not taking pay in this situation.