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In terms of usability, the apps are very comparable. Postmates and DoorDash both offer simple apps that you can download from Google Play and Apple Store. It’s straightforward to enter payment details, follow the status of your order, and set up an account. If you sign up for an account… Read More

When you’re self-employed, you have some more responsibilities than those in more traditional roles that work for an employer. In these traditional roles, the employer takes tax out of each check, and for many positions, health insurance is covered by the employer. If you are an independent contractor or… Read More

You’re going on a trip across the country, and you’re running late for your flight. You can’t get a taxi to your doorstep. You’d have to walk the whole nine yards to the taxi stand. Good thing there is Uber. All you need is a tap of your… Read More

The social and economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have left a lot of people strapped for cash. According to the U.S. Labor Force Statistics, 16.9 million people were unemployed in July 2020. Among the 16.9 million, 9.6 million were unable to work because their… Read More

In just the past year, the U.S. workforce has seen substantial changes due to the shifting demands and trends in the global economy because of the COVID-19 pandemic. At this point, it is safe to say that freelancers and temporary workers have taken over a significant part of the total labor force in the country. The rise of gig economy companies appears to be mo Read More

Instacart is an industry leader when it comes to the world of grocery delivery. For both independent contractors looking for work and customers looking for help with their groceries, Instacart is one of the top gig economy companies leading the market. Instacart is preferred for self-employed workers because of… Read More

The rise of the gig economy has made it easier than ever for anybody with a car to find work and to be their own boss. With options from rideshare to delivery, freelance workers are enjoying the ability to set their own schedule and work as much or as… Read More