I've found in the past, for on-premise consulting, that I'm being paid to consult/develop, but being used as a psychiatric sounding board. I don't give advice I

I've found in the past, for on-premise consulting, that I'm being paid to consult/develop, but being used as a psychiatric sounding board. I don't give advice I'm not qualified for, but being there under the guise of development and just listening seems to be a worthy use of my time (and their money) for some clients. I can get more work done remote, but there's a greater personal connection locally. It's interesting what a consulting gig can turn into.