EPISODE · Jan 14, 2018 · 47 MIN
Surge Smarts For Rideshare Drivers
from The GIG Economy Podcast · host GR Rideshare Adventures
We would love to hear your feedback!We compare what actually pays in rideshare driving, from quitting Lyft to chasing surge the smart way and avoiding the waits that drain your hourly rate. We share real Grand Rapids pickup tactics, delivery app lessons, and the small habits that keep the job fun instead of exhausting.• deciding Uber only vs running Uber and Lyft• how bonuses, commissions, and request volume change the math• New Year’s Eve reality versus the expected chaos• staging strategy for suburbs, downtown, and college surges• ratings, stress, and how mood affects the ride• GPS choices and using live rider location• The BOB pickup problem and safer meetup spots• calling and texting riders to cut surge-time waiting• Uber Eats frustrations versus Grubhub’s upfront pay and tipping• running multiple apps and setting a personal minimum payoutSupport the showEverything Gig Economy Podcast Related: https://gigeconomyshow.com/Download the Audio Podcast: https://thegigeconomypodcast.buzzsprout.com Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some great rewards by becoming a Patron. Tier #2 we offer free merch, an Extra in-depth podcast per month, and an NSFW pre-show https://www.patreon.com/thegigeconpodcastOctopus is a mobile entertainment tablet for your riders. Earn 100.00 per month for having the tablet in your car! No cost for the driver!https://playoctopus.page.link/HD2FBKJzFqRR35YE9 Your car stinks, use this! https://bit.ly/Driftsents The Gig Economy Podcast Group Download Telegram 1st, then click on the link to join. https://t.me/joinchat/R42wUR2QGhCi2gBDTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gigeconomypodcast?Subscribe on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/c...
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We would love to hear your feedback! We compare what actually pays in rideshare driving, from quitting Lyft to chasing surge the smart way and avoiding the waits that drain your hourly rate. We share real Grand Rapids pickup tactics, delivery app lessons, and the small habits that keep the job fun instead of exhausting. • deciding Uber only vs running Uber and Lyft • how bonuses, commissions, and request volume change the math • New Year’s Eve reality versus the expected chaos • staging strat...
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