Many of the responses here got me thinking. There are a lot of things I wouldn't pay $500/hour for. But there is definitely one thing I'd pay a lot for. If I could get coaching and/or one on one training from John Edward, James Van Praagh, or Gordon Smith I would pay way more than $500/hour. I'd probably go as high as $2,000/hour for such a thing. In a heartbeat. In half a heartbeat even. Because if they can help me improve my skills it would be more than worth that price in the long run. They're already further along the path than I am and I know that private sessions with them would shave years off my learning curve.
In the meantime, since they don't offer such a service, I content myself with their $20 books and $30-$60 audio programs. It's the closest I can get to personal attention. Maybe a seminar too. But to be just one on one with them, dream come true. Worth almost any price.
I think it's the same with Steve. If Steve has mastered something that is very valuable to you, you have to ask yourself if it's worth the price to get one on one coaching from him. I've been on the receiving end of Steve's coaching for our entire relationship and I can tell you without a doubt that it's because of him and his insights that I am doing what I love, successfully, happily, and with great impact. Oftentimes he can set my feet on the right path in just minutes.
I have long felt wonderfully blessed to have him available to me to discuss issues or problems I'm having. I'm glad others will have the chance as well.