Money by the job or hourly money, which is best?
A comparison between two delivery pay structures can be useful information. Finding out what works and sticking with it, is a worthwhile pursuit. Additionally, a courier benefits from an unsettled schedule now and then.
With this in mind, one way to have a more in-depth understanding is by doing. Action. The previous article to this one is about an hourly pay structure. Getting a fair hourly wage for deliveries is preferable, for some couriers.
Money by the job or Hourly Money
What this means, for the courier, is a safe bet delivery. From the moment of pickup to the moment of the drop-off the courier is getting hourly pay. This can be a benefit to the courier in more ways than one.
Selecting this option is a safe bet. And also means the courier is guaranteed certain hourly pay. However, is this the better selection for the courier? Is there a difference between the two options?
A quick look at delivery by the job, might help. This type of pay structure is less confusing or drawn out than the hourly pay model. Additionally, the offer still comes from the delivery queue. It is up to the courier to accept or reject the offer.
What can be appealing with this payout model, is the additional opportunity it brings. Indeed, the courier is already on the run. Therefore, staying on top of the queue is also important. By completing a by the job delivery the courier has immediate knowledge of actual earnings. Respectively.
Furthermore, there are no streaks or incentives to entice the courier. The hourly pay model has an incentive offering a bonus when 5 deliveries are complete, without interruption, in a streak. A delivery by the job, is standalone. Unique.
Which is Best?
With this in mind there is a wildcard that must be considered. Indeed, one that dances in the background. The algorithm has a hand in this as well. Furthermore, the results of the comparison will need additional input.
So far each option is showing merit. However, the delivery by the job model is leading the way in earnings. Slightly. Time to get back on the road and do more research. Stay safe out there.
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