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The gig economy and better delivery driver tips
The gig economy and better delivery driver tips. It’s in all the news. There are economists and strategists and financial experts weighing in. The economy is a hot topic. In fact, almost anything money related is a hot topic of discussion these days. And if it’s about saving money, it’s even more interesting. Especially for…
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How to move up the rating scale as a freelance courier
How to move up the rating scale as a freelance courier The rating scale is real. Every courier deals with it somewhere. It can appear as a series of smaller ratings. Or it can be part of a larger array of ratings. A group that combines to form an average. Nevertheless, the rating scale is…
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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,…
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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…
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First holiday decorations of the season and better ratings
First holiday decorations of the season and better ratings They start slow and build quickly. While that may sound like a traffic jam it’s actually something better. Holiday decorations. Nothing says it’s the season like seasonal decorations. And so far October has not disappointed. Halloween decorations are going up everywhere. In fact, they began popping…
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Vehicle Expenses and the Truth About Maintenance
Vehicle Expenses and the Truth About Maintenance Couriers have a unique job. There are pros and cons in the delivery profession. It could be a package courier working for a large scale company. Or a solo driver, trying to make ends meet. Whatever the case, there are ups and downs. Sometimes on every delivery. With…
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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.…