In most instances, the idea of getting into a car with a stranger would make most people think twice. But getting into a Lyft or an Uber doesn’t give us the same response. Why? Because we know the drivers chosen to drive for the rideshare company have been examined and found to be safe. If…
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Every job comes with its safety hazards and driving for Uber is no exception. But unlike other jobs, you can’t protect yourself from hazards by putting on extra protective equipment. Knowing how to protect yourself as an Uber driver boils down to your skill as a driver and your ability to stay alert and aware…
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The phrase “urban jungle” applies well to a city like New York. From the outside, it seems like a chaotic 303 mi2 mass of packed streets, winding subway tunnels, and threatening alleys. But if you spend enough time roaming NYC, you’ll learn there’s a method to the madness—and that information is valuable to you as…
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Sometimes things don’t happen according to plan. You plan on taking a trip and end up getting sick. You think a meeting is one building, only to find out it was moved to another. That is what cancellation policies are for. But in recent years, cancellation policies have become points of debate in the rideshare…
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One of the helpful things about TLC’s driver requirements is that it’s open to everyone, regardless of educational background. It’s a career that doesn’t require you to acquire thousands of dollars in student loan debt. However, that doesn’t mean drivers don’t receive any education. Every aspiring TLC driver undergoes training courses that will help them…
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Whether it’s your main profession or a means of boosting your income, everyone’s goal in driving for a rideshare is to make money. But with rideshare driving being one of the most popular “side hustles” out there, it can be challenging to find ways to make the most money with the amount of time you…
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In a previous blog, we discussed the nature of Uber passenger ratings. This information is valuable to drivers, since being able to rate passengers can protect their interests. But what about your own rating as a driver? Just like with passengers, your rating impacts you as a driver. If your average drops below 4.6, you…
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Anthropologist Margaret Mead famously said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” History has proven this idea time and time again. Speakers inspire societal movements, discoveries alter science, and inventions change the way we do things. And if there is…
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The Big Apple is famous for many reasons, and aggressive driving and bumper-to-bumper traffic are just a couple of them. There is a reason that 55 percent of households in New York don’t own a car, after all. Whether you’re a passive or aggressive driver, there is only one kind of driver your passengers need…
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Nothing is worse than reaching into your pocket only to find that your wallet or phone is missing, especially when you just got out of a cab. As the cab driver, this scenario puts you in an awkward position, too. You may wonder what you should do with the lost item or whether you are…
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