Gig Economy

DoorDash is the largest food delivery platform in the United States, and millions of people have signed up to deliver through the app as independent contractors — known as “Dashers.” The appeal is obvious: set your own hours, be your own boss, and earn money driving around your city. But the reality of DoorDash income is far more complicated than the sign-up ads suggest. Is it actually a good way to make money, or are you just burning through gas for peanuts? Keep reading. ...

UberEats is one of the biggest food delivery platforms in the world, and for many people, it represents the promise of the gig economy: make money on your own schedule, no boss, no uniform, no interview. Sounds ideal. But the reality of driving for UberEats involves a complicated math equation of base pay, tips, gas costs, and vehicle depreciation that most new drivers don’t fully understand until they’re already on the road. Is UberEats actually worth your time and gas? Keep reading. ...