During winter break, I knew I needed a job. But specifically, I knew I needed one that would severely limit the number of people I interacted with. Because I was living with my at-risk family, I was tempted to not work at all, but because I desperately needed money for school in the spring, I did not have much of a choice. Luckily, though, there was an answer! I realized that DoorDash, the most popular food delivery service in my area, was hiring drivers and allowing them to only carry out contactless deliveries. This seemed perfect for me — drive whenever I want, listen to my own music, and make lots of money in tips.
In terms of money, DoorDash base pay is not great — often amounting to the minimum, $3 per delivery. But sometimes the customers were especially generous in their tips, and DoorDash would occasionally do “Peak Pay Hours,” in which there would be an extra dollar or two per delivery, which absolutely adds up. I also found an excellent forum online for DoorDash drivers, and I got the best tips. I started turning down orders whose pay did not justify their mileage, and found that some nearby deliveries paid the most. With this experience I have absolutely become even more conscious of how much I tip, as I discovered that it can make all the difference between $3 and $10 where each dollar holds great significance.
I recommend becoming a food delivery worker if contactless options are available to anyone concerned about working during the pandemic. You can make a decent amount of money, get a better understanding of your own location, find local restaurants to go to, and practice setting your own schedule. It was a great experience for instilling better self-growth and self-motivation habits.
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