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How much do shipt shoppers make? A detailed look at seattle's 2024 figures
By K. R. Nelson | Sep 16, 2024
As grocery shopping and delivery continue to be flexible and appealing sources of income, many prospective Shipt shoppers are curious about how much they can earn in their city.
Rideshare drivers boost earnings with Play Octopus interactive tablets
By K. R. Nelson | Aug 16, 2024
Play Octopus offers a novel way for rideshare drivers to supplement their income by providing engaging content for passengers. This initiative collaborates with top-tier drivers, supplying them with free tablets that display games, prize opportunities, and driver details.
Industry associations say striking down Prop 22 would disparately harm minority communities
By K. R. Nelson | May 26, 2024
The Chamber of Progress, NetChoice, Asian Industry B2B, the Silicon Valley Leadership Group, and sf.citi have filed an amicus brief on April 3 in support of California’s Proposition 22 (Prop 22). The proposition is currently under review by the California Supreme Court. Prop 22 is a voter-approved measure from 2020 that classifies app-based transportation and delivery drivers as independent contractors.
Sustainable transportation nonprofit deputy director: New Jersey’s proposed e-bike insurance bill is ‘unwise, unsafe, and anti-immigrant’
By K. R. Nelson | May 23, 2024
Elizabeth Adams, deputy executive director for public affairs at the nonprofit Transportation Alternatives, expressed concern over a proposed bill in New Jersey. According to Adams, the legislation requiring e-bikes to be registered and insured like cars would discourage their use, hinder public safety efforts, and disproportionately affect communities that depend on e-bikes as an affordable and accessible mode of transportation. This statement was shared in a press release dated May 22.
California Uber driver on Prop 22: 'I wouldn’t drive if I had to be an employee'
By K. R. Nelson | May 20, 2024
On May 17, Uber driver Sean Saulsbury conveyed to Flexible Work News his support for California's Proposition 22. He expressed his belief that it would be "immoral" to strike down the measure as such a change would "force" independent contractors to work as employees.
Guide to becoming an Instacart shopper: Earnings breakdown and tips
By K. R. Nelson | May 16, 2024
The gig economy continues to thrive, with companies like Instacart offering flexible ways for individuals to earn income. This article provides a comprehensive guide on becoming an Instacart shopper, the types of orders one might encounter, and how Instacart pays its drivers. It also offers tips on increasing weekly earnings.