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EPISODE · Feb 1, 2018 · 49 MIN

What A 50 Hour Uber And Lyft Week Really Looks Like

from The GIG Economy Podcast · host GR Rideshare Adventures

We would love to hear your feedback!We talk with Phil, a veteran Uber and Lyft driver, about what actually happens on the road when you chase hours, surge, and consistency in Grand Rapids. We get into Uber Eats headaches, upfront pricing confusion, and the small decisions that shape ratings, tips, and take-home pay. • car seat rules and why drivers have to enforce them • why Uber Eats can pay poorly after drive time and waiting • comparing Uber Eats with Grubhub offer transparency • slow nights, surge pricing, and what riders think drivers earn • upfront pricing examples and why long trips can feel like a ripoff • a near-disaster long ride story with no wallet and low fuel • helping a fellow driver and checking in on Alex’s recovery • mileage tracking apps vs pen and paper for taxes • the idea of riders choosing higher rated drivers and what it breaks • tipping pressure, app friction, and strange tip amounts Support 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 talk with Phil, a veteran Uber and Lyft driver, about what actually happens on the road when you chase hours, surge, and consistency in Grand Rapids. We get into Uber Eats headaches, upfront pricing confusion, and the small decisions that shape ratings, tips, and take-home pay. • car seat rules and why drivers have to enforce them • why Uber Eats can pay poorly after drive time and waiting • comparing Uber Eats with Grubhub offer tra...

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