Is it possible to get deactivated by Doordash for using the older version 5.63.6 of the Dasher app? Or how about for using an app like Driver’s Utility Helper (DUH, sometimes known in the driver community as Dash Utility) to help you make decisions? Is there a danger in linking to apps or programs where …
Dashers today discovered that they have to agree to the new updated Doordash Independent Contractor Agreement if they want to dash. What has changed on the updated Doordash Independent Contractor Agreement? Changes in the agreement appear to be geared towards strengthening their case in the use of independent contractors, making mass arbitration more difficult, and …
The moment I thought would never arrive has arrived. Doordash has gone public. Day 1 is in the books and it went better than anyone could have expected. At least it was better for those who invested early. I’m not sure if it’s a disaster waiting to happen for those who decided it was a …
In a time where working multiple delivery platforms is a thing, can I make enough money if I choose delivering only for Doordash? When does it make sense to go with multiple options? When does it make sense to choose just one? Can I make enough delivering only for Doordash? There is no universal answer …
It’s Doordash’s turn, what is it like delivering for them? This is the third part of a series on what it’s like to deliver for the main delivery apps. Two weeks ago we talked about Uber Eats, last week it was Grubhub. This week will wrap up that series. I kicked around whether or not …
Doordash has a problem. And they’re cracking down. I just wonder if their solution to their problem ends up creating a bigger problem for them in the long run. Related: A more recent wave of deactivations and more changes in deactivation policies prompted this more recent article on Contract Violations and Fraudulent Activity (how in …
Were you aware that your auto insurance may not cover you if in an accident while delivering for Doordash? Do you need special insurance like commercial auto? Are you uninsured when delivering? Does Doordash have your back? Who covers what if you are in an accident? How do you find out? Let’s look at how …
Is it true, do Doordash Dashers really make only $1.45 per hour on average? No. You’ve probably seen the headlines out there that say it is true. The headlines don’t tell the whole story. Yes, there was a study. But the study doesn’t say Dashers are only getting $1.45 per hour from their work. It …
I’ve seen this many times. Someone reports they were told something by a Doordash care representative that seemed off. A Doordash told them they have to accept so many orders. They’re told they are required to go back to the restaurant when the restaurant messed up the order (without additional compensation). The customer entered the …
As part of the Deliver on Your Business Podcast, we are looking at the four leading delivery companies and examining some of the pros and cons of working with each. This week, it’s finally time to take a look at Doordash. I planned to do this earlier, but decided to wait for the new pay …
Now that the new Doordash pay model is testing, people are asking, is it good or bad? I’ve been in one of the test groups for two weeks now, and so far my answer to the question: Yes. There’s good and there’s bad. In the end, is the glass half full or half empty? Doordash …
You may have noticed Doordash Testing the New Pay Model at scale now, especially if you are active in any driver forums. There is panic. You see all the “see? I told you so” folks who didn’t want the model changed. Dashers are in an uproar. It’s a test, people. It’s only a test. Give …
Let’s talk about a history of getting paid by Doordash. I have planned doing an epsiode on each of the four main food delivery services, on Postmates, Grubhub, Doordash and Uber Eats. We already had episodes on Grubhub and Postmates. My intention was to do Doordash next, however that is on hold. I wanted to …
I read through the email announcing the new Doordash pay model, and I have to say, I’m not sure it’s going to be much of a change. Doordash announced a new pay structure on August 22, saying they would roll it out ‘next month’ (September). Of course, September is here, and it shouldn’t surprise anyone …
Has the New Doordash Pay Model Started Yet? I mean, it’s September, right? No. It hasn’t happened. Don’t expect it to for a few weeks. In the August 22 email announcing details for the new Doordash pay model, Tony Xu simply stated the model would roll out ‘next month.’ There was no date promised, other …
