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The self employed courier and odd money myths
The self employed courier and odd money myths Sometimes it’s about the perks. Other times it’s the flexible schedule advantages. Whatever the reason for choosing to use a delivery app the goal is usually the same for everyone. An increase in earnings. In fact, if the delivery app is a side hustle for the courier,…
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Extra spatial awareness for improved zone timing
Extra spatial awareness for improved zone timing Driving to a faraway destination is fun. Not a faraway delivery, although those are fun too. But driving to a destination that is so far away it takes more than a couple of hours to get there. In fact, it might feel like it takes much longer. Upon…
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How to make travel planning work for improved delivery times
How to make travel planning work for improved delivery times No two roads are the same. Paved side by side, there will still be differences in the asphalt. This is also the case with deliveries. No two are the same. As the saying goes on this site: No two deliveries are the same, the process…
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The failed delivery attempt deserves a better outcome
The failed delivery attempt deserves a better outcome If a courier stays in the game long enough, sooner or later a few things begin to happen. The first is the feeling of having seen a little of everything. The second is the development of additional instincts. As it is with any job, do it long…
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The doorbell camera and porch theater, new episodes daily
The doorbell camera and porch theater, new episodes daily Ever fall off a porch? How about someone else’s porch? It’s an uncomfortable feeling. Especially if it involves landing, knee first on a sidewalk. Ouch. Or maybe it’s a tumble into the bushes. It isn’t always easy to navigate strange and unfamiliar front porches. Especially in…
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A tip toe in the dark and how to avoid hidden obstacles
A tip toe in the dark and how to avoid hidden obstacles They are there. Hidden, but there. They are not always easy to see. Especially if there is no porch light. In fact, do a little jig, bob and weave just a bit. Nope, no motion sensor light either. This looks like another perilous,…
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The learning curve of the first delivery is zen
The learning curve of the first delivery is zen The first delivery is important. It sets the pace on the following runs. In fact, the first delivery paves the way for the rest of the delivery shift. Furthermore, it has a definite effect on the delivery experience for the courier. There’s nothing technical about it.…
