Author: Donald Grant

  • The cash on delivery option with a new twist

    The cash on delivery option with a new twist

    The cash on delivery option with a new twist It’s all about the cash. Or, once upon a time, it was all about the cash. In fact, if we take a spin on the way back machine, the days of cash only, are not too far gone. Couriers running delivery before there were delivery apps,…

  • How to squeeze a road trip between the mailboxes

    How to squeeze a road trip between the mailboxes

    How to squeeze a road trip between the mailboxes There is a lot of hustle in the step by step process of a delivery app. Couriers benefit from staying alert, and from careful observation of the details in the delivery app. Furthermore, a timely performance is an expectation. It’s a condition of using the app.…

  • The remote drone and better autonomous delivery

    The remote drone and better autonomous delivery

    The remote drone and better autonomous delivery It has the advantage of flight. Plus, it never stops at red lights. And if that wasn’t already cool enough, it also gets the order right every time. However, the remote drone has its drawbacks too. Between strict FAA guidelines and flight risks, like birds and power lines,…

  • Cargo integrity and the quality of the pickup

    Cargo integrity and the quality of the pickup

    Cargo integrity and the quality of the pickup ***Post originally appeared on The Anonymous Courier 7/12/25. It’s been updated to reflect changes. Additionally it is a refresher article as the holiday season gets into full swing. Cargo integrity is more important now, than ever. Thanks for reading today. It takes five minutes to complete a…

  • How to grow an acceptance rating without breaking the bank

    How to grow an acceptance rating without breaking the bank

    How to grow an acceptance rating without breaking the bank The delivery side hustle can be a challenge. It has pros and cons like any delivery job would. In fact, it can be as challenging as driving with a crew of couriers. There are ratings to consider. Additionally, there is always the challenge of finding…

  • The fifty fifty delivery challenge, trial by fire

    The fifty fifty delivery challenge, trial by fire

    The fifty fifty delivery challenge, trial by fire Sometimes things happen. There’s a shorter way of saying that, but the gist is there. When things happen unexpectedly, it changes other things. Cause and effect, so to speak. Most every experienced courier has seen some bizarre things at least once. Likewise, almost every experienced courier has…

  • Screen saver snafus and new shoes

    Screen saver snafus and new shoes

    Screen saver snafus and new shoes When a delivery goes well everyone knows it went well. The at home delivery customer had a friendly disposition. The exchange of the delivery items was smooth. Likewise the courier did well. From the professional appearance, to the heat bag, the delivery was near flawless. Driving away from that…