Delivery hacks post 1

 So many things you can do to increase profits on various gig driving platforms. Number 1 is be nice. Seriously. It's that simple, but I see so many drivers being jerks. Be nice to the restaurant. I memorize a family friendly pun each day to tell to the restaurant staff. I wait patiently and hide any hint of impatience. Laugh with them. After a few times of seeing you, they will know your face and try to help you by hurrying. Make the restaurant your friend. 

Check the customers' notes. Follow them. That tiny extra step makes a huge difference. 

Deliver as you'd like to be delivered to. Do not put it in front of the door. If the door opens out, they will not be able to get the food without messing it up or knocking it over. If possible, put on a table or chair instead of the ground. I carry free papers to put under the few orders I have to put on the ground. If possible, separate hot and cold food and put in separate bags to keep hot hot and cold cold. Be gentle with the order. Make sure liquid is kept upright. 

If you don't have delivery bags, the cheap styrofoam coolers work as well. Also, Walmart has cooler bags cheap. 

Communicate with the customer as necessary, but do not give them a play by play. 

Research which app will work best for you. Try different apps in your area. Where one does awesome in some markets, it may do worse in others. I personally am signed up for 6 different gig apps. Some apps are easier to move to a new market with than others, also. If you want to travel and work, make sure the app is mobile. Some apps are mobile, but give bonuses depending on the area you work. Remember to move those type apps with you. 

Read all fine print on bonus offers and guarantees. Bonuses and guarantees are different. Bonus is on top of what you make. Guarantees are not. 

One thing that works in my favor is the ability to work a while, take a break, then go back to it. Setting my own hours lets me take off work as needed without penalty. 

Above all else, delivery driving is just like a free franchise. Treat it like a business and you will do great! Get out and do it. Have fun!