Tag: gig-work

  • The learning curve of the first delivery is zen

    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.…

  • Selecting the best dispatch offer from a queue

    Selecting the best dispatch offer from a queue

    Selecting the best dispatch offer from a queue Making decisions is a part of everyday life. Sometimes the decision is easy, and sometimes it is not. Add in a time limit and things get exponentially more difficult. Take that same scenario, and add some speed on the road, and now the decision is more stressful.…

  • Changing road conditions and the easy double stack

    Changing road conditions and the easy double stack

    Changing road conditions and the easy double stack The road is long. It also has many a winding turn. There are roads that are old, and there are new roads. The new roads are built while using the old roads. Furthermore it’s very important to keep the roads maintained and expanding with all the use…

  • Day time in the dark – Tales of the Courier

    Day time in the dark – Tales of the Courier

    Day time in the dark – Tales of the Courier The day is ending, and the moon is rising. 1courier is beginning his first night shift on the planet Nalphia. Nights are extremely long here, especially at this time of year. This is one reason why the delivery corps, does so well in this place.…

  • Is the midnight run delivery becoming a new sensation?

    Is the midnight run delivery becoming a new sensation?

    Is the midnight run delivery becoming a new sensation? A delivery rush is the preferred work environment for a courier. A delivery rush can happen when predicted. Likewise, a delivery rush can start at a random time and then carry on indefinitely. Or it can end suddenly, leaving the rest of the evening quiet, and…

  • The unique style of the solo courier

    The unique style of the solo courier

    The unique style of the solo courier Couriers are usually moving quickly. Sometimes it’s a force of habit. Other times it’s a necessity. Between on time pickups and delayed drop-offs the solo courier is an exercise in motion. In fact, the successful courier strives for no wasted motion. When possible. This one attribute keeps the…

  • The delays and cancellations of the full moon delivery

    The delays and cancellations of the full moon delivery

    The delays and cancellations of the full moon delivery There are times when it happens out of the blue. And then sometimes it is a matter of necessity. However, a canceled delivery isn’t a normal delivery completion. In fact, it is an unexpected outcome. Cancellations happen for various reasons. Similarly, they usually happen before the…