Dashing My Way Out Of Debt | Ep. 108

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[@user-wx9ie8gg4l]

I got an order tonight that was going to be my last for the day. I looked at the address it was my neighbor right next door to where I live boom parked in my driveway and walked next door. The best delivery ever 🎉🎉🎉

[@randielynrhodes9001]

Excellent!!!!

[@amandablack9026]

I love those!

[@DaveDepilot-KFRG]

Yeah, a few weeks ago, I was about 8 miles from home and wanted one more order. I get one for 8 miles and $12 and the area looks close to home. Turned out to be a hotel at the end of my street. Was home 30 seconds after my last delivery. So I got paid to go home too.

[@lauriestrong9972]

I deliver in a large sparsely populated area and they regularly send me close to home near the end of my shift. Business has definitely dropped off dramatically. Because I’m full time I take advantage of the off peak times and am actually doing better than I was when any random dasher could easily get on.

[@Zach-ls1if]

One time my first order of the day was six miles all the way back to my neighbor’s house, but they tipped $50 so it was still great

[@user-dd9mc6pj7k]

I've just decided to go back to a regular job after dashing full time for 3 years. The money hasn't been there for me to cover my bills anymore. I waited a good while before i made the decision. It was good while it lasted

[@marcelagalofre5165]

And will get worse!!

[@PoeLemic]

The economy is slowing down, and people don't have as much money. So, they don't have that much extra to tip. Yeah, I did DD for a while, and it's such a waste of time and money. Not worth it, because you get paid nothing to do lot of work. DD is robbing people.

[@krisw.5025]

That’s where I am. It’s no longer worth it.

[@anthonyhernandez3645]

It’s worth it if you have a goal in mind like paying off some dept. and if you have a pension coming in. I’ve always thought that these side gigs are only good for passive income.

[@tundeterez]

Were all your car expenses (maintence, insurance, payments,etc.) tax write offs?

[@nd4110]

A regular 9-5 is the way to go. You can DD after work and don’t accept anything under $1 a mile. Pay debt as fast as possible. Once it’s paid, you can drop DD and the budget your salary from your job. In my opinion.

[@BrandonHasbun]

Thats exactly what I'm doing I owe around 5k on my cards not alot but doing Uber eats a few days a week mainly on weekends where it's most busy and then I will drop it because my income is fine for me arm cuz I live at home with my parents (24yrsold) so I don't have alot of expenses except credit card debt

[@Robert-jx7ne]

Myself.... Instacart and Roadie for 5 hours every morning, and then I am off to the "9 to 5." Very slow process, but I am getting it done.

[@listenu]

But what is a regular 9-5 that most normal ppl can get?

[@camillemccraw]

Especially when you have kids

[@EllieM_Travels]

I was doing contract work advertised as $5K per month but last month I made $740 after costs. So I just got hired 9-5 call center $40K/yr. Better than driving imo.

[@loribarron2891]

DD has been awful lately. I had a 99% approval rate and 70% acceptance rate. I was getting every 2.00 order which killed my acceptance rate and now down to 54%. I am not driving 6.8 miles for 2.00. People are horrible about tipping too. I am not out here to give away my time and gas. I have made much less money lately and getting fewer orders.

[@sharonthomas9357]

I feel u Richmond VA DD is the same I just stop with DD

[@brianhall2525]

My area has been fantastic in Jan, did a Target, and 2 Walgreens shops after my W2. 17 total miles and dropped me off less than 1.5 miles from my house. Made $34 on the way home.

[@user-wx6iv7vn7b]

DD in Los Angeles is horrible!! Doing better with U er Eats lately.

[@traceystarling1930]

Not the people it’s DD! DD could pay more!

[@danguts2844]

Cant u just open another app? I just open GH and UE when DD is slow. In my zone I live in has awesome restaurants but because of hoody neighborhoods lots of no tip orders, I can reject them all day, I tend to venture out further away , orders got better and my AR went up and less bad orders but less volume therefore I had to multi app.

[@LisaOfTroy]

When I was 36, I ending up needing heart surgery rather urgently. I was dying. Heart surgery #1. A month later, the doctors stopped my heart twice. Do you know what my biggest regret was? Working for 4 years in a nasty, toxic environment where I felt like I was going to throw up every day. None of us are promised a tomorrow. My advice would be to try to find another steady job because life is too short to be miserable for most of the hours in the day, but I know you have responsibilities so I would wait until you have something else lined up. Best of luck to you!

[@Spot4art]

I can’t believe people are still paying for DD in this economy.

[@Andy-im3kj]

Me neither it's nuts.My wife and I have unsubscribed to DD because the cost is ridiculous now.

[@dbased1915]

i quit doing it after someone accepted my order with a really good 11$ tip by the way, drove 4 minutes to the exact parking lot of the restaurant, circled around even though the order was ready, left the parking lot, then came back did the same thing, then left and drove 30 minutes north, and i had to go get my order. Such a waste of gas and both our time.

[@barose1]

Especially for fast food.

[@NinjaBooKitty]

Best thing that happened in the 'demic.

[@mattsweat9176]

Your production values are excellent - the picture is clear & so is the sound - feels like I'm riding in the car with you. Keep up the good work !!

[@aj_aka_alan]

Never ever depend on this one income stream, they can take it away at any time.

[@laurenr5095]

​​@Nativeamerican221that's what they show you. You don't know the debt they're in from all those purchases or actual money in their bank account. That's just what they want to show you.

[@Tidefan1975]

⁠@Nativeamerican221if they only have 50k-100k subscribers they’re not making life changing money on KZbin.

[@susanboyd3260]

how about cleaning houses by yourself charge 20 - 30 per hr or more for move outs

[@brianblair3048]

​@@susanboyd3260I own a cleaning company. Charge by the job, not the hour. My flat fee for ANY house (you can do 175 to 200 for move out cleans) is $150.00 Check into Airbnb needs in your area. Its a great gig! Im home by 2 daily. Make sure your flexible if you want to do Airbnbs though

[@whyjustwhy2168]

Any income stream can go it's the suckky world we live in

[@ebunny59]

Just this week, while Doordashing: my battery died, needed to buy a new battery. I had a flat tire and needed fix a flat and to add 40 lbs to my tire. The same day, I got stuck in 6 inches of snow my last customer’s driveway. And yesterday, my car just died. Battery is fine, I believe it is the starter, car needed towed to my house from my last dash I had just delivered. I was suppose to get two new tires on in the morning, which has been postponed until I get the new starter put in hopefully tomorrow. So, in one week, doordashing has cost me at least $600….. 3 years of doing doordash, and it just all finally caught up with my car. Be prepared for weeks like this!

[@Standup428]

Three yrs.....that vehicle is shot or it will be in 6 months so be ready to purchase a new one or spend boatloads of money on your new problem. Js

[@traceydean2803]

How many miles is on your car?

[@laurawindsor7903]

In the year plus that I've been doing both doordash and Uber Eats my car has been hit twice a new battery needed new hubcaps needed definitely new tires. I'm going to buy June be in a customer service work at home

[@candymilano9042]

This puts the maintenance on your car . Not to say gas . Garages are charging alot of money for basic maintenance

[@user-zw8cz5oi8o]

Don’t quit your day job!! I quit my job and then I did DD, UE and Walmart and was stressed the f* out after 5 months!!! Needless to say I regretted quitting my full time job.

[@PoeLemic]

Yes, same here. The economy is slowing down, and people don't have as much money. So, they don't have that much extra to tip. Yeah, I did DD for a while, and it's such a waste of time and money. Not worth it, because you get paid nothing to do lot of work. DD is robbing people. And, there's no expense income devoted to your vehicle, so you're setting yourself up for a lot of future repairs. Plus, you are selling your time at such a low rate of money. I did it a while, and it's a waste of my life and time. Never again.

[@dorenewhitacre1908]

Yes exactly Life is too hard for a side gig that doesn't pay for your valuable time.

[@cwfan2]

Life should not be about working yourself into an early grave. Kiss the stressful job goodbye. If I remember correctly you've already got some stress-related illnesses. Even if you don't make it with delivery work, you'll find something else that matches your lifestyle. Your kids need you, NOW! My motto in life is: Never regret a decision. You made the best choice based on the information you had at the time. Go for it and don't look back. Good luck! You'll be okay!

[@JamesRobertOsborne]

Hey Meaty Mama, if you wanna try this full-time, keep in mind, it's putting more burden on your car. Just have a backup plan if your car needs to be serviced for anything. Other than that, I guess it doesn't hurt to try it out. Slow day? It's normal in January. Wait til people get their tax returns. Also, be careful with taking more than two orders at a time. All it takes is the last pick-up order not being ready while other order(s) in your car getting cold, or the first drop-off customer giving you the wrong address, very stressful! Other than that, I wish you the best!

[@sophialis37]

You are real ....so down to earth ...im definitely staying with you on your journey ❤️

[@MattyLiam333]

I literally just had my 7th week in a row over 400 dollars. Va Beach VA here. Here's the deal....you have to not care about your acceptance rates people. Just focus on pleasing the customer, stay in communication with them at all times unless they tell you to f off. Just take nothing but 2 dollars a mile, and nothing under 5 dollars. That's it. If they aren't coming through, go home. I've gone home early MAYBE a couple times and I've dashed almost every night since Dec 17th. I make from $40 to $100 just working 6-10pm. No longer, no shorter. Most nights are well above $50, closer to like $80-$100. Not sure what to tell everyone else. I'm killing it with DD.

[@somethingclever2]

400 dollars is nothing unless it's a side hustle

[@Listening4n0w]

If that's what you call killing it, you must not have any responsibilities!

[@cesmora]

yea that’s not that much…are you even minus taxes, gas and wear and tear?

[@RontheDon420]

Do you still live in your parents basement?

[@MRosati5000]

Sounds like a good area with military base.

[@randyt-pi9oo]

No one should be relaying on these apps as their primary source of income. They are very unstable and as we are seeing they are paying less and less.

[@schweisy]

“I’m a throbbing point in the middle of this hotspot” is poetry

[@SincerelyGG]

I am a DD, Uber, Spark driver. I can say that mostly I can make at least 20 an hour DD. I don't like how Uber does the price with tip, then you have to wait for the tip. Spark isn't my favorite. The whole waiting game, on pick ups. The sending me to a pick up that the order is long gone, giving me a couple of dollars for the time and gas for those. That is a sure way to go negative fast. Lol. I love the freedom. I take my kids. Both are older. We turn it into a fun time. I don't like being idle. If it is slow we do something else. DD has been paying less no doubt. I allowed my top dasher to go away. Which means, I see shedule a time...A LOT. UGH. I love your video. Thanks for sharing.

[@randielynrhodes9001]

Make sure you set aside additional monies each month for car repairs, tires, oil changes and extra wear and tear your car will go through with just delivering. I set aside money so when I have regular maintenance or unexpected repairs I don't stress about it as much. I love your videos.

[@MBu-tf5uk]

Great podcast. A mirror into the lives of all delivery/rideshare drivers. Fabulous job!

[@emma70707]

Maybe with Spark, Delivered, DeliverThat, etc. But a lot of full time drivers are out 8-12 hours even if the only "work" 4-6. Thr grass is often not greener.

[@user-videoone]

You help motivate me. I appreciate you.

[@karenalbanese9308]

I like watching this! Your a sweetheart! Wish you the best! Did you know that 80% of the people in this country have less than 5,000. In their savings! The country is full of people living paycheck to paycheck . This breaks my heart…. I just subscribed!❤

[@michaelkks]

I used to do DoorDash. I can so relate to your issues. I got to the point i only wanted to work certain areas of town. I hated doing the area around the college. The college kids never tip!!!! I am glad I have a better job now.

[@MBu-tf5uk]

I find it is a 50/50 with college kids tipping. I drive a lot of students. When I recognize the name as a non-tipper, I cancel. Campus pick ups take time because you have to drive slowly thru campus, and cannot park on campus to wait for another ride. Security is vigilant at 'my' campus work area. Therefore, you have 1.5-2 dead miles getting out again & parking.

[@deemurphy5162]

You are so positive. Love your videos

[@kc3989-l1j]

I put DD and UE on the back burner for now. Spark is where it's at. I do it part time weekends only making 300-350 a week. Shop and deliver, curbside and returns. I get a mix of all three. It Sparking good.

[@zntenn]

Agree! Easy $300 weekend and I live in a rural area.

[@patlynn6425]

I’ve been trying to do Spark for awhile now, I keep getting the message saying there are no openings in my area 😏. I have a friend who does it and she really likes it and makes a decent amount.

[@Sasparillafizz]

@@patlynn6425 Same for several months, Chicago suburb area (along with InstaCart, Point Pickup and Shipt all on waitlists). In fact only DD and UE are accepting in my area since October....gigantic driver oversupply hangover issue for the rest since Covid, I'm guessing.

[@b_wellyn]

@@patlynn6425 i totally stopped doordash for walmart. unlimited work if you camp in walmarts parking lot

[@teresapalmer9655]

Same for me

[@garyday6681]

Gig app offers are just too low to not work a w2. They are so terrible a second pt w2 would be more profitable and not ruining your car for nothing. I have not done any gig wirk since dec 23rd.

[@inspiredinspirations]

Mama, no matter what any of us say, you will figure this out and you will do what you think is best. We are for you 💯. We do not know until we try. If it doesn't work out at least you took the chance and found your answer.You got this. ❤

[@thunderstormvideos6460]

If you decide to do this full time, you NEED to add Wal Mart Spark! Spark is far and away BETTER than Door Dash or Uber Eats! Pays WAY better and you're still delivering.

[@aj_aka_alan]

Depends on the market. Some markets are over saturated with drivers and bots and guys cheating with multiple phones. luckily, my rural market has none of that.

[@sbwgigstitcher]

Spark keeps me really busy in Spokane. I also do IC and UE, which do not keep me busy. It's to the point though that I'd better turn them on this weekend before they get rid of me.

[@christie8532]

@@aj_aka_alanNow I see, they are cheating because that’s why no orders

[@-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-...]

@@aj_aka_alan bots?!?!…..

[@aj_aka_alan]

@@-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-... yes some people are the sparkdriver reddit forum are reporting behavior which could only be explained by someone using bots to get to First Come First Served orders. In some markets, Walmart is cracking down and making sure that people are who they say they are, but it's been inconsistent. I personally have not seen that behavior. In the resort area that she works in, it wouildn't surprise me to hear of some shennagans like this going on.

[@trash-girl84]

you are such a down to earth and relatable person. you have a new subscriber 😊

[@Latina805]

Not all restaurants have options for sauces, which I hate cuz I love my sauces lol so yes I am that customer texting the driver to possibly get the sauces for me. I feel like I'm being annoying but they should really add EVERYTHING the menu has to offer, including the sauces lol

[@heatherj3030]

Go for it, but set aside an extra cushion for the slow months. If the other job is affecting your health, it is not worth it! Your kids need you happy and healthy, and you deserve to be happy and healthy! Also, January and the first part of February are pretty lean months in the service industry. It should pick up in a couple of weeks after people catch up on extra December spending.

[@cstar3005]

I vote you take the leave of absence to try the gig work full-time. It doesn't hurt to try it..... and btw you're great to watch on KZbin - you could even expand your content. I can definitely see that growing for you...

[@dawnjanz]

Delivery is so unreliable, I'd be afraid for you if you depended on it only. Also consider the insurance a W2 job provides

[@rickiericktv3320]

Exactly! If it takes you a yr to pay it off, you didn’t have the money in the first!

[@marjoriefoster5107]

Another thing to consider doing gig work is that you won't get taxes paid by your employer so your rate will be higher. I went to a W-2 job as a CNA and am doing better. There's quite a bit of flexibility in accepting positions.

[@brendamichals4376]

“ you guys- I almost popped my left ass cheek” 😂😆🤣

[@workinprogresssince1974]

The problem is that if all the apps decide to make all the tips mediocre, delivery drivers will just be forced to work twice as hard for mediocre money because I bet they know how far they can push you. It's out of your control. They can dictate what you do and for how much and know how far they can push people before everyone stops accepting the jobs, and there will always be someone willing to do it for slightly less.

[@MBu-tf5uk]

It's the same with rides now too. Pay is $1/mile or less. I only have 20-33% active drive time. Horrible!

[@aprilc906]

Mileage on the stack: When you get the 2nd order, it milage is from the stoer (5 guys) to their house). But when you deliver the first order, you are now at a different location, so the mileage has increased if it was in a different direction from the first order. I recall you saying it in your last video on the order but I didn’t comment but since it happen again, I thought I’d mention this as a possible reason why the mileage is different.

[@cynthiabatton7258]

I did delivery full time this summer. I, too, am in Florida. The heat was brutal and it progressively became worse in two areas (two counties). Very inconsistent and very poor tips. Yes, the orders were upside down in the ratio compared to money and miles. I was working 14 to 16 hours per day most days. Then had to reduce it back, and I was just exhausted. ESpecially, from the heat. You will not have time at home with your kids to make the money That you may need for your bills. The inconsistency started stressing me out too much. Pray about it, and I wish you the best in your decision.

[@magicsheepmom7790]

I do not think you should do gig work full time. It's very unreliable. If the companies decide to deactivate you, you're done. If orders suck for weeks, you may not earn what you need. At the bare minimum, have a normal part time job and do gig work. Then you have some base income to rely on.

[@SixStringSteveDelivers]

Full-time gig work is not a good idea for someone that has debts and a family. I've been doing Spark and some UberEats part-time for the past 2.5 years. It is definitely not reliable income.

[@dannytennial5311]

I have been saying this for the past two years. Gig workers ignore you. They're sold on the "I don't have a boss mentality ". They're set on doing gig work ONLY even if it means financial ruin.

[@dorenewhitacre1908]

Thanks that sounds right! Great advise!

[@Pattytwsn]

Yes, part time work and then gig work. Two income streams until something better comes up.

[@inspiredinspirations]

Popped my left ass cheek😂😂😂 I can't help but love you Mama😊

[@cindylopez9577]

I agree❤

[@Philippinesbound42]

I’d hate to see her right one

[@ircjesselee]

"Not enough money to get me to the tip" and "throbbing" said in the same segment. It's getting spicy up in here 😂

[@user-videoone]

I've done it full time and have not had issues. I started in Seminole. You should do lunch and then go home and come back out for dinner 5 to 830.

[@dinagalall]

This video is doing great! I really really enjoyed it especially the extras at the end of the video. 😁

[@One_story_atta_time]

Omg i love you ❤️ 😂 you’re so awesome !! Keep up the great work.

[@lw1913]

I love watching these videos!!! Let me go back to watching. ❤

[@nydiaorta952]

I was a medical biller for 10 years. I quit because of the stress and I was so burned out been in healthcare for 22 years. I do Amazon flex and Instacart part time and make $700 a week. DD and UE has nothing but crappy orders here in Dallas. I want to do it full-time but it’s hard on your car. I have a 2023 Honda accord with good gas mileage and I got a free package for oil changes. I may buy a good condition cash car just for my deliveries.

[@sheilajones1536]

I would say try it and test it out, but get on more platforms like if you can get on spark and delivered and deliver that the catering apps. I think that will help too.

[@cindylopez9577]

Hang in there honey. New Year resolutions to spend less money will come to an end for most people and tax returns are right around the corner. People will start spending money again. Are you able to work just enough hours at your w2 job to keep health coverage? All my best. We are rooting for you. ❤❤❤

[@inspiredinspirations]

I hear you. Last week was awful for me and I also did DD and Ubs. Hang in there 🙏 🙏🙏

[@MeggyD85]

I say try it! Im a single mom of 2 at home and im doing uber full time. Just make sure to take a percentage out every week for car repairs or incidentals as well as taxes. Good luck 👍

[@tkloveshair]

I think you should try the leave of absence. Slow seasons always come and they don’t last forever. I believe that you will achieve your goals and be able to have the lifestyle you want. There will be more wear and tear on your car like others have mentioned, but I know you will manage ❤️

[@UCW724]

If you are able to add spark for Walmart deliveries do it! I run all 3 and make 1000-1200 a week and I’m in a small rural area.

[@whyjustwhy2168]

How many hours do u work

[@UCW724]

@@whyjustwhy2168 50-56 I work Monday thru Saturday but spark has incentives all the time and that really helps. Like today I did 6 deliveries and got an extra $36. All that adds up and helps.

[@ellenk9604]

Regarding gig delivery. Commercial insurance is legally required. I just got off the phone - a 35 minute call - for a minimal insurance quote over and above my existing policy. $557 for 6 months. I know several people who do this and none of them have commercial insurance. You will not make $30/hour. It's just not reality. This is my state, your mileage may vary depending on where you live. I did one company for a a few months. It's a tipped job, you might as well be a wait-person at Dennys. Regarding amazon flex, it's a low income job, and you are paying for gas/tires/oil changes etc. I know because I worked 1.5 years at an amazon delivery station, and know exactly what the drivers get paid. And they could be sent long distances away before the first delivery-literally 40 miles in one direction (uncommon but not unheard of). Proceed with caution on these gig jobs. Just being real here.

[@jenniferashley99]

I quit my full-time job today...stressful and my boss wasn't helping the matter. I start my PT job tomorrow and will do DD...I am ready. You should watch Gig Money Madness she does it full-time...taxes will comes in and it will pick up

[@eyesopenwide9210]

I will say I dash about 30 hours a week between 6 days. I make at the end of the day about $50. and I do per offer never by time. Today I sat for an hour then took an offer for $8.75 going 5 miles. When I delivered the Panda Express the customer had tile steps and it was raining. Needless to say after handing the order to the lady I turned to step off the porch and there went my feet right out from under me and down on my ass I went. I got up and the lady was so afraid I was hurt. I am going to feel it tomorrow, have some bruising on my ass but it could have been worse. I just hope it doesn't end up on KZbin doordash delivery videos. lol She had a ring doorbell. I am about your size Meaty Mama. lol I say this because you never know what will happen to take you out of commission for a period of time, then where will the income come from? As you know being independent contractors we have to cover everything no workers comp. I am looking for a W2 job. I can't keep doing this expecting something to change. That is the definition of insanity, doing the same thing over and over expecting a different outcome. I am done being Doordashs slave. Good luck to you.

[@familylifetoo9541]

How are you I hope ok after falling.

[@eyesopenwide9210]

@@familylifetoo9541 thank you for asking. I am doing good I have a bruise the size of a coffee plate but it is going aeay.

[@PoeLemic]

The economy is slowing down, and people don't have as much money. So, they don't have that much extra to tip. Yeah, I did DD for a while, and it's such a waste of time and money. Not worth it, because you get paid nothing to do lot of work. DD is robbing people. And, there's no expense income devoted to your vehicle, so you're setting yourself up for a lot of future repairs. Plus, you are selling your time at such a low rate of money. I did it a while, and it's a waste of my life and time. Never again.

[@familylifetoo9541]

You can write off your gas miles at 60 cents of so for 2023

[@firetherapy]

Umm u can sue the home owner if u have an accident in their house lol

[@MBu-tf5uk]

I just subscribed. Just started with UberEats because rideshare is so awful. Thanks for your 'down to earth' videos.

[@sonjaervin4052]

Ikr…it’s very bad out here for UE/DD. Not sure how ppl are making it. PT for me. I also work a w2

[@bobg3221]

We are making it by our hair of our chin which is not good. I’m actually waiting for a W-2 to get back to me so I can start having consistent income. It was fun doing it full-time for a little bit but we will see what happens later this year.

[@irina383]

If you do this full time you need to plan for expensive car repairs. I work 10 hours/week extra to cover tvat and other emergencies

[@alwayslearning1781]

It sounds tough being a dasher. I ordered pizza, garlic bread and wings from a small mom and pop pizza chain. I was emailed a $5 off coupon if you spend $20, after placing my order during the checkout process they up the delivery charge to $4 verses $3 and upped the charge for the food by one dollar. So, I saved $3 instead. I planned on spending a certain dollar amount and giving a $4 tip. The driver is a w-2 minimum wage employee and in CT, our minimum wage is now $15.69 so it's not that bad for the driver. I just put on a $2 tip and it was delivered promptly. I ordered during a non-meal time hour usually. I put in an extra $1, so the driver would have a $3 tip opposed to $2, I originally planned on a $4 tip. The extra 2 $1 charges wasn't expected, I didn't ordered any extra sauces, so the charges shouldn't have gone up. Greedy company.

[@Thebeautiful11]

Isn't the wage per hour in an active delivery? So they can be waiting for orders, deliver for 20 minutes and they only get paid for 20 minutes.

[@mfrierson7]

My side hustle is a WAREHOUSE job. I park my car and work whatever my off days are. The wear and tear on your car has to be insane! They can get their own $5 orders or starve.

[@bobg3221]

If you are going to do this full-time tread carefully because I’m going to be really real with you. I’m not a content creator I’m not a gig tuber I don’t look for views to make money. That way to be honest with you. It’s very inconsistent now I’ve had W-2s in the past it is OK to have your freedom and work when you want and do what you want that is the best feeling of all most of the comments in here are right about having money set aside for car repairs oil, changes, tires, etc. now I am blessed with car maintenance because I can do those stuff on my own Like the oil changes and brakes so I save big bucks there as far as tires make sure you back yourself up go to Walmart and buy tires and have the road hazard warranty that way if you pick up something like a nail or a screw or anything that’s on the road you are covered. All you have to do is go to Walmart and they will plug your tire for free, they also give you lifetime balance and lifetime rotation. Make sure you get those two things done every oil change do not skip that. That way you are saving money on tires like I said before it is very inconsistent. Some days are horribly horribly bad some days are decent and some days are really good Yesterday I was out for about five hours and made 30 on DoorDash and 15 on Uber eats I could’ve stayed out longer yes but it was just so slow that I was wasting my time out there so you got to put that in perspective and honestly, it really depends on your market my market is OK sometime the traffic here is completely horrible. You have to put that to play as well. I did DoorDash full-time last year in 2023 well the end of 2022 and the beginning of 2023 I threw in the towel and went back to a W-2 Because it was just OK. The summer slow down is a real thing. My opinion is to keep your acceptance rate above 70 or hover around that to try to keep busy for the slow down and honestly it should start picking up in a couple more weeks mid February that’s when people most likely get their tax refunds back so they will be ordering in a lot. I’m currently doing DoorDash and Uber eats full-time right now. I’m waiting for a W-2 to get back with me. It’s only been a few days since I’ve went there and applied but I guess we will see but I’m going to tell you right now, it is very inconsistent. My completion rate is 96% and my acceptance rate is a little bit over 50%. My ratings are horrible on Uber eats because all I get is trash orders but I will tell you this multi app has saved me a couple of times, so keep that in mind if one app is slow focus on the other one they are both slow and that’s all the apps that you have then get ready for a horrible day. Keep in mind when you are slow and there’s no orders coming through sit in a parking lot by a restaurant Roll your window down turn off your car do not burn gas because honestly you could sit there for a half hour waiting for an order to actually come through or wait for the right one that makes you money. I see a lot of DoorDash drivers keep their vehicle running, and sometimes they sit there as long as I do or longer, that’s stupid to keep your car idling wasting gas and honestly it’s not very good to let your car sit there in idle you will go through oil changes like crazy and another thing is keep track of your miles like you do or should be doing because without the W-2 You are on your own with taxes at the end of the year most of us drive more miles than we make so we break even and get a tax refund back and I’m really gonna be honest with you on this one. You will work seven days a week because some of those days that you think that you’re going to go out and make good money like on a Tuesday or Wednesday, those days really aren’t worth driving but like I said, every market is different learn your market learn which days to go out what time to go out and how much time you spend out there to make the most money I work six days a week I will not go out on Sunday. Also get ready to fill up about three times a week on fuel if you have a Costco or Sam’s Club membership, I would definitely start using that Murphy’s gas station in my market usually is cheap on gas. I tried to make it to my Sam’s Club in the market that I dash because it’s very cheap, but just keep in mind of the things that I’m telling you because I’m honestly being real with you. I’m not a gig tuber I don’t do content I don’t do none of that crap I’m not out here to make views I’m not out here to tell you what to do I’m not out here trying to say that you should do it or you shouldn’t Choice is ultimately yours but I’m telling you right now you will have slow days and it will aggravate you and honestly you will start to wonder how much money you’re gonna make today every time you get up but if you’re strong enough you can do it I just spent $300 on new tires But like I said, if you go to Walmart and get the road hazard and warranty on the tires that you put on your car, it will save you money in the long run and remember to put a little bit of money aside for taxes you don’t have to put a large amount because obviously you’re gonna drive more than what you make. I’m just gonna let you know that right now, I’ve been doing this for a while to know this when you go to do your taxes do not do TurboTax you need to go to a tax accountant. They will help you at the end of the year so they will give you maximum deductions and possibly get a little bit of money back and if not, then possibly you don’t owe and that’s the whole deal right there not owing so just keep that in mind things will be slow because so many people are struggling like I said before I’m waiting on this W-2 to get back to me because it has been so slow out here and I travel to go and make my money. Hopefully you have a strong market but that’s me just being real with you. Good luck.

[@girlygirl1890]

@Bobg Wow. I don't think anyone could've given better advice than what you did. Every word you said was absolutely correct. Thanks for taking all that time to give an honest answer.

[@PaigeBradish]

When COVID hit i was pregnant with my first and decided I wanted to stay home with her so I do Uber, spark, Instacart & shipt and I make more than enough to support my house and be home with my kiddo. She even comes with me when I shop in stores.

[@randyt-pi9oo]

There is a lot of bad advice being giving to this lady. Putting more time into this job doesnt mean yiur going get better results. She is about to make the same mistake many of us including myself in trying to do this work full time.

[@jmcampbell05]

HERE FOR SUPPORT!!

[@vickirichardson2705]

Your happiness is priceless. January is always slow. People will start getting their tax returns and it'll pick up again. Your kids only have a childhood once. I've been doing delivery work for years and it works for me

[@Jovigirl64]

The years fly by with your children also. 😕

[@vickirichardson2705]

@maryhoffman9377 it really does, at the time it didn't seem like it but my 3 are all grown up and now I have 5 grandchildren. Where does the time go?

[@Jovigirl64]

@@vickirichardson2705 same here... 3 grown adult children in 3 different states & 2 grandchildren! When did they get so old?? 🤣

[@vickirichardson2705]

@maryhoffman9377 oh exactly! Thank goodness 2 out of my 3 are in the same town as I am and my other one is only 3 hours away

[@lilamint]

I came across this video by accident and thought I'd check it out. I don't know where you're at, but here in San Jose, CA I've been told numerous times that DD is pretty much oversaturated with many people not getting calls despite being available on a near full-time basis. I wish you luck with your decision-making, it's tough out there! 😬

[@EllieM_Travels]

When I was living in Clearwater I tipped $10-$20 because I wanted to make someone’s day. It’s really enlightening to see how this looks from the driver’s perspective!

[@tdadiva]

Tbh I like dd better than my w2 . The freedom of not being tied down to a schedule lunch and breaks . Versus dd you have the flexibility to go whenever you need a break . I only do dd pt though

[@gene416]

I think if you were to do it, you’d need to expand your apps to Shipt, Walmart Spark, Instacart, etc. And there is always the possibility you have more content to put on KZbin to expand the channel and make more income through that. But a trial run is always good and responsible!!

[@stephy6199]

All delivery apps are slow in January, February, and part of march. When those taxes hit bank accounts, it will pick up from there

[@Chgogal1]

I don’t know about full time. It seems like the people who do full-time work long days like 60 to 70 hours a week I guess if you’re willing to do that but to me that would be too stressful but good luck whatever you do I love your videos too.

[@smilingvulture]

what's her situation?

[@tinaisrael5943]

I just dropped 1 day in my transcription job, going from 4 days to 3 to see what I can do with more DD cause I make about double the amount per hour with DD, so I am experimenting also. I worry about those slow days on DD too. It’s a conundrum.

[@GioDrago]

Things to consider you could try it for a week, but it will have ups and downs, driving full time puts an immense amount of wear on the vehicle which will require more maintenance/emergency if car goes down. Then consider health care, taxes will all be on you. even @ 12 hours a day going to maybe break even if taking 1$/mile orders going to have to get really picky, but after watching your videos for lil while doesnt look like that is much of an option. Just to give you few things to think about. Hope all goes well.

[@Sunny_Chronicles]

It's worth a try. You might be out of the home working as much as you are at home working now. I would definitely give it a try though. I wish you luck!!

[@Pointschaser1]

I wouldn’t quit, DD isn’t stable income. Was making good money with Walmart spark so thought about quitting then all of a sudden these bot groups came in and now can barely get an order all day.

[@lorrainenadeau398]

My area has been very slow. Hang in there❤

[@MichiganderGirl]

Add Spark. It pays better than what I've seen you show us. Life is too short to work at a job that sucks the life out of you, especially when you are missing quality time with your kids. Good luck!

[@MBu-tf5uk]

DO A TEST. Sergio, on The RideShare Guy channel, did a driving test, showing active earning hours & online hours. It got a LOT of views. BTW: don't give up the W2. As more drivers sign on, the pay is getting lower. You have NO control over the # of orders you receive. Or whether the offers are worth taking. As you know, new sign ups get the best offers for first 30 days.

[@jenpizzle1]

Do you have health insurance/benefits/401k thru your other job? You will need to factor that in if you decide to just do DD.

[@melissaschultz2206]

You need a minimum of three backup apps to consider jumping ship

[@trishjones506]

I stopped delivering a long time ago and Walmart Spark sucks in my area I now have a job it ain't the best but no wear and tear on my ride plus I know that money coming just spent $1000 of work due to constant driving on dirt roads and up hills now my baby is parked and resting....kudos to you if you decide to keep going...stay safe😊

[@ItsMistysLife]

Doordash has been pretty sucky here in Texas too. I've gotten more no tip orders just this month than I did for the past few months combined it feels like. I feel like it always slows down this time of year after the holidays. I'm hoping it picks back up. I'd say go for the delivery apps full time, worth a shot. Especially being unhappy at the other job. Good luck!

[@brendauphouse6173]

Hey Meaty Mama, I love your videos! You are a trip!

[@MsGrindandFitness]

Thanks. I’m in Jersey. The weather wasn’t too bad just very icy. That’s the only thing I like about up here. I’m from Florida.

[@rachmunshine9474]

Oh my God we have been freezing in this part! 23° past few days. If I didn’t hate the beach, maybe I would appreciate living near the water but I see nothing good about it. Except for more orders in the summer.

[@alwayslearning1781]

Sometimes people may be ordering in hurry, so they miss the option where to ask for condiments or the company website may limit how many you can ask for.

[@tooblessedtobestressed9715]

UberEats used to be my go-to app and now... everytime I log in I ask if they are dying and coming to an end. Then, when offers do show up, they are completely ridiculous! If I do get a shop & pay worth my time to take - that's probably going to be the only order I'm going to get that day. Thank God it's not my full time job! Heather xo

[@tiffanyland9116]

I do delivery full time now and it was the best move ever!! Yes it will all depend on your expenses and how you budget. And there are days where delivering is slow. But the freedom from a job is awesome! And maybe you can incorporate another side hustle to make up the difference if any.

[@NinjaBooKitty]

This is my first video of yours and I don't know where you are, but could you consider doing early morning airport runs 5-9 or 10, M-F? They tend to be really great money and easy trips. It's all business travelers with expense accounts who don't mind tipping, and don't bother you much because they're already working on their phone or tablets. Then mid morning 'granny' or 'mommy' runs to appointments and errands. That could be the end of it, or go home, take a nap, do some cleaning, come back out for a little late lunch early dinner runs if you're up to it. This was a great schedule in Atlanta, granted it's the busiest airport in the world. 🤣🤣

[@karenalbanese9308]

Always go with what’s good for your family and health. If you do whats right in your heart, God will bless you and open doors for you…..

[@sophialis37]

The math isnt mathin....😂....you are so funny and make my day

[@daniellehall9679]

True story. A married couple I know quit their W-2 jobs to become full-time Dashers. They made out great during the pandemic like everyone else. Buy every year since 2020 got steadily worse. I asked one of them, the wife, how they even were able to schedule in DD, because I had stopped trying since 2022. She told me she and her husband were top dashers, that's why they were able to schedule. So they ran one car into the ground, which you will do working for these food platforms, and bought a new car with monthly payments. But they didn't count on 2023 being such a brutal year for food delivery apps. They had become dependent on DD and when the rug was pulled out from under them, they were in a world of hurt. The stress of this caused her to have a stroke last year.

[@deliveringwithcarriel8022]

This is why you don’t depend on one app. You do as many as you can.

[@sherrybranchick9158]

Gig work full time, count on ruining your car, not worth it in my opinion cars are very expensive to maintain high mileage, just keep it as a side hustle

[@h-man2561]

Don't do it, it's not consistent pay & you'll just put in more hours with killing your car. Trading desk for a car seat waiting for profitable orders that are evaporating is not a win for you but DD buys back million of stock shares on your efforts accepts loser orders. They win you lose! Good luck!

[@Bratt67]

Try to get out of debt first with your w2 job I think. I understand I am in front of the computer 8 hrs a day everyday as well. Benefits????? Put all of the w2 money into your debt..after your mortgage utilities etc... I mean. Take a few long weekends to take mental breaks to help out right now. See if that helps.

[@chuchee_plays_games]

keep up the great work girl make that money 😊 i recently was involved in a wreck totaling my only car and putting me out of work. so i am down and out for a while waiting on claims and sore all over because of it. 😢 things will get better for you just keep up the grind hunny.

[@user-videoone]

I think we are competing with college kids. When they leave for spring break we will pick up

[@melissasprayberry5047]

Is health insurance from your other job? That’s a biggie!

[@philipdefrancisco7540]

Looks like the consensus is to keep the day job. I admire you for what you are trying to do. My biggest concern is that simple car repairs seem to be so expensive, the wear on the car needs to be a BIG factor. To me, it seems too much to overcome and make it worth your while.