The boss NEEDED to fill a position at his company because he NEEDED extra help to perform certain tasks. Instead of filling that position himself, he HIRED me because I'm a good fit for the job and PAYED ME WHAT HE OWED ME FOR THE WORK I DID AND REVENUE I EARNED FOR HIM.
This is not generous, this is something I HAVE to do at the threat of homelessness, and I'm not being gifted money, I am OWED money. OWED. Meaning I earned something through work, and I ought to be compensated, it is NOT optional.