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restform t1_jacnw15 wrote

Reply to comment by gust-of-wind-dance in [OC] Earnings data from all my orders as a food courier! by KrazyKev03

Why tf are the drivers using the apps then? Seems kinda odd

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ComparisonPlus5196 t1_jacp4s7 wrote

How else would the driver get an order? Start calling up restaurants and asking if they need a driver? Well, most restaurants only deliver through the apps now since it’s cheaper than paying an employee. The gig economy changed the game completely and relies on cheap unscheduled labor. The “perks” are supposed to be: Be your own boss, pick your own hours, work only as much as you want. In reality, they need to work 60+ hour weeks to survive or have another job that pays more.

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TheMelv t1_jaddxqw wrote

There's actually a space for it. I was out of town on a job and a guy orders McD delivered and it was a lady and her friend talking with a kid in the back seat. I'm sure it's a godsend for new parents, not too many jobs let you bring your kid. I've done it for side money because where I live, most of it is done by cyclists and I like to bike anyway. Feel a little guilty though because I know others might really need the money more than me. It's really rough though for people that depend on it for their income 100% it is nice to be completely independent and not have to deal with any kind of boss or supervisor.

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