The gig economy has been a source of income for many people who are frustrated at work and may be looking for a way out of a toxic work environment—big bonuses for referrals, blinking icons, flashy notifications, and so forth. After all of the lights have gone out and the music stops, what is left over? In this article by a ride-share driver and for ride-share drivers, I will give my ten reasons why people struggle in the gig economy and what solutions to problems. 1. Unexpected Expenses Many drivers experience these types of setbacks and suffer in silence. Personally speaking, I've been in three accidents and almost hit a deer three separate times. The financial setbacks have been troublesome, depressing, and sucked the life out of me. The setbacks can include : Deductibles after an accident Flat tires Unexpected repairs Tickets Falling ill for long periods Fortunately, I was not injured severely and could continue with the family's financial backing. If I were
Summary: While the gig economy offers flexibility and the potential for higher earnings, it also harbors several significant drawbacks that might make you reconsider diving in. Here are ten concerning statistics that reveal the darker side of the gig app economy. I hope this can be a frame of reference for those who do research and those who use data-driven ways to look at gig work. 1. Earnings Below Minimum Wage There was a time when I was looking to earn extra income, and I went to pick up an order, which was already picked up. The order was from a popular fast-food chain restaurant, and I was disappointed that someone already picked up the order. I could have called the app company I was working for but was in a hurry to keep going. I thought I would be credited for that order like I usually was, but I was not. After that order, I waited for 45 minutes and did not receive any order, I was multi-mapping, but the wait time was longer than average. I was just waiting for free, even b