Nothing wrong with that bro! Do what works for you and yours!
@GigTube2 жыл бұрын
I feel ya, man. I've considered going back to W2 world several times. But every time I do the gig work rebounds and the money is too good to walk away from. With 10 years of IT experience I could easily get a stable job, but I know it would be boring cubicle life surrounded by annoying people. I'll only go back to that if the gig apps completely dry up around here.
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
For sure, it’s a back and forth thing for me as well.
@jasonlovesmusicreacting8822 жыл бұрын
Is IC still your main app? How much are you generally making on a good day?
@JPisTheWord2 жыл бұрын
I think the times are for half and half, part time w2 or 3/4 time for w2 and complementing with gig work and enjoying the freedom around. I had to sacrifice my freedom for a 9-5 job, but the peace of mind that I have now moneywise is worth it. On the other hand my W2 is quiet, no stressing coworkers, very quiet office, some coffee, youtube music and let the day go by.
@W81Researcher2 жыл бұрын
That's because when there are less drivers there is more pay.
@W81Researcher2 жыл бұрын
@@JPisTheWord How are you working in an office?
@yuhuuDman2 жыл бұрын
I did this 6 months ago...i used indeed app to alert me nearby jobs..and it would send me like 5 jobs daily...within 5 miles of my house...and i got one that pays $17.50 per hr ($700 a week) only 10 minutes drive....light assembly work ..i chose 3rd shift so i can sleep after work and do doordash and ubereats lunch and dinner...from my house..and weekends I'm off so i do those apps from my house. it doesn't feel like i have a W2 job just the finance is secured and more .best of both worlds
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
Great move
@johniii81472 жыл бұрын
Gig economy is always best used as extra income not a full time gig. Too variable in pay and zero benefits and tons of expenses.
@deliveringwithellen2 жыл бұрын
I got a full time job back at my school as a preschool teacher. Even though I do at times miss the flexibility of working the gig economy. Raising two teenage boys, one on the spectrum as a single mom, I need consistent income. I still do deliveries, but very part time.
@waynepeterson40382 жыл бұрын
The gig economy isn't what it used to be
@krogdog2 жыл бұрын
I cut back quite a bit on food delivery due to the rise in gas prices, and I have a fuel efficient car!
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
Gas prices have been tough on the bottom line
@Tom-Travels2 жыл бұрын
I'm staying in the gig economy because I usually end up getting fired whenever I work at a 9-5 job (the last time was for selling cancer insurance on my regular IT job. I claimed that it was just casual PT gig, but I left a bunch of incriminating evidence on the company printer...
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
Lol fair
@PaidtoDrive2 жыл бұрын
Best of luck to you man! -P
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir
@PaidtoDrive2 жыл бұрын
@@Gignation Any time man
@randymarsh94882 жыл бұрын
I agree. This is a gig job and now is the time to get a stable job
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
Hurts to admit it but it’s a good time to be 9-5
@kenczerwinski63652 жыл бұрын
I cut back on gig work 6 months ago after starting ft job at FedEx Express. However I am taking a new ft job with better pay/benefits in Texas at a Bitcoin mining farm.
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
Sounds real interesting
@bkstandard8822 жыл бұрын
Gig economy is NOT to do full-time. A career/job is still needed
@magadonaldtrump54732 жыл бұрын
Seattle is still paying great for gigs. Cruise ship season is just starting up too.
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
For sure, there’s an insane amount of tech money flowing over there!
@rumham11022 жыл бұрын
Wish there were a way we could all make this country great again.
@eddyfairbanks41502 жыл бұрын
You nail it right on the money Am going back too work full-time myself Food delivery is unpredictable right now with the cost of inflation but I will still remain in the gig economy part-time but it's definitely good advice that you're giving 👍🏾
@Ostro19802 жыл бұрын
If you're under qualified but highly motivated, this is the economy for you. All those over qualified people with degrees who are sitting out because they feel they deserve more.....this is your opportunity to take it.
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely
@ryanbrooker4642 жыл бұрын
Im going back to a full time job the money is too good to say no
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
My thoughts exactly
@JPisTheWord2 жыл бұрын
First you move to my city now you get a job too!, lol!. Congrats man, that's what I did back in January, got a decent job and do food delivery everynow and then...Best decision ever for the moment.
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
Ha good stuff! It’s a comfortable setup for sure
@micpowers11362 жыл бұрын
Im in NC and I swear people stopped doing shipped and instacart.No one is shopping for people .I think it stopped right around christmas.
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
I’ve heard that from a lot of shoppers
@Hedgeflexlfz2 жыл бұрын
Instacart is dead
@jasonlovesmusicreacting8822 жыл бұрын
Moving has been extremely busy lately but also at the same time comes a huge influx of cheap customers not willing to pay the price. I’m not moving an entire bed with adjustable base (heavy af) from one location to another for well under $50. Dolly is charging the customer $103!!! Wtf!!!! That is slavery. So that means they only want to pay $22 in the app to me!!!
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
Crazy
@jasonlovesmusicreacting8822 жыл бұрын
@@Gignation Yeah dude they’re ruining the moving industry now with those cheap prices. I’d charge at least double and idc if it’s just 10 miles apart. We at least deserve $100 for each person.
@ianbullock11102 жыл бұрын
I’ve been applying to great jobs that would have previously been qualified for and they seem to always move forward after the final interview so I’m not sure how true it is they are hiring as much, they are still picky af
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
Yea true, keep at it I’m sure one will scoop you up
@thesourcewithin95182 жыл бұрын
I’m thinking about getting a part time job and doing food delivery part time instead of full time. I am still killing it where I am, but idk how long that will last with the recession. I think having a part time job will supplement any potential slow down in business.
@jbeav39022 жыл бұрын
This is the way I see it. You pay social security every year. And your hoping you get to to use that benefit. So your number 1 priority should be on a healthy diet and exercise. It doesn't matter how much you make if your health stinks.
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, health is wealth 👍
@VGSoundFX2 жыл бұрын
I start a 9-5 Tuesday I’m with ya. I relied on mainly grubhub the past four years as I got through school. It’s so dead now too many drivers too few orders in my area
@TheDrivenDad2 жыл бұрын
Get it bro!
@Eradeye2 жыл бұрын
Food shortages coming major food facilities caught fire.
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
Plus the increase cost of wheat hasn’t hit consumers yet, most suppliers have contracts at lower prices, as soon as those expire we will feel it
@rumham11022 жыл бұрын
Multiple ones, too. That seems odd or maybe on purpose.
@johniii81472 жыл бұрын
There will never be a food shortage in the US. Most people already too much anyway. Just look at those waist lines.
@zeethree2 жыл бұрын
W2 makes sense if there's a realistic promotion track, gig work is better if not. Owning your business is still the ideal scenario compared to both if you can transition it to passive income over time.
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely agree with ya.
@RideUpstate2 жыл бұрын
This has always been a side hustle for me. I'm in a smaller market and couldn't earn a decent income here without putting in mad hours.
@zeethree2 жыл бұрын
I am currently making about $1300-$1500 a week full time (35-40hrs) doing food delivery. The problem I have with it is that I work 7 days a week to get those 40 hours, gas prices are killing my profits, and I feel like no matter how hard I work there is no possibility to ever grow my business or profits. If I make $65K this year then I will have to do the exact same thing or work harder next year to make the same amount. There is no upward trajectory and no time to advance my skills if I work full time. There is no paid time off for health/personal/vacation/weather. If I'm not working I'm not earning anything. And if I'm working I'm not advancing my earning potential. Gig work is the least passive of all incomes, if you're not active you're not earning.
@Gignation Жыл бұрын
Very good points
@SambaSaidy-p7wАй бұрын
With any job , if you are not active you are not earning . There no such thing as a job that does not require you being active to earn . Just pointing that out and of course I agree with your statement
@toastycircuits2 жыл бұрын
What kind of desk job did you end up getting?
@Twisted1172 жыл бұрын
I thought you been had a desk job? I seen your tik tok where u show ppl how to use excel
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
Nah it’s been at least 6 years, but I use excel for personal business
@rainman31052 жыл бұрын
Good info. Should help a few heads
@JayT8562 жыл бұрын
Your channel is called "gig nation" yet you're walking away from the gig economy? This makes no sense. Guys and gals keep the wheels running! Have hope
@Gignation2 жыл бұрын
Not walking away. Open to working evenings after full time shift. Hard to pass up high pay with benefits for inconsistent low wages!
@FlexSZN232 жыл бұрын
What’s a good office job to look for with no college degree?