working for equity instead of pay.

[Len Ayton]

Good day bigger pockets. I am a small business and I have been contacted by a large investor to provide a quote for providing and installing flooring in several of his units. I'm wondering is it possible to work for equity or a percentage of a deal or whatever instead of getting payed for work provided?
If so how should I approach him with the offer?
What should it look like?
what has worked for you in the past?

Any other suggestions that would be helpful would be appreciated.

[Ryan Murdock]

Tough to try and get equity as a contractor in that capacity. I don't think I'd ever give any as a straight exchange for work. 

You'll be better off finding a good deal on a property, bringing it to that investor, and trying to partner that way. A flooring contractor brings nothing that any other flooring contractor couldn't be paid cash for - no need to give equity. A flooring contractor that brings a deal? That's actual value that is worth equity.