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This is a tentative guide, I am a noob. Please help other noobs and add your own tips! If you disagree with anything here please comment to help stop the spread of misinformation. I will be updating this thread as new information comes along
Greetings, I'm a new ride sharing driver and have collected some insights into maximizing profits while on duty. Let's motivate each other and share some of our own knowledge!
USE THESE AT YOUR OWN DISCRETION
Greetings, I'm a new ride sharing driver and have collected some insights into maximizing profits while on duty. Let's motivate each other and share some of our own knowledge!
USE THESE AT YOUR OWN DISCRETION
- To minimize fare waiting time, register for Lyft or another ride sharing service and be available for both during wait. When a fare comes along, disconnect from all other ride sharing services
- Manipulate the fare algorithm. It seems like the majority of areas within the Orlando area use a NOD (Nearest Open Driver). You are able to see other Uber drivers in the regular Uber app (not the Uber Partner app). In your area, make sure you are located far enough from the other drivers so that you can accept fairs while being close enough to the hotspot.
- Know the minimum fare for surge and non surge fares in your hotspot by switching to the regular Uber app (not the Uber Partner app)
- To maximize fares during work hours, schedule work hours during high demand times.
- To minimize traffic gridlock, avoid rush hour highways. Avoid accepting fares that might be nearby but have a large ETA because of traffic
- Have a tip jar and place it somewhere discreet yet noticeable. Place it in a cupholder or hang it on the coat hanger. Try to say "tips" as often as you can during fares for subliminal messages. Talk about your fake marriage, divorce, or kids to get pity points.
- Optimize your territory. Find a good roadway that has low fare wait time and high fare return. In the Orlando region, I personally drive from the UCF area down to Old Town
- Use a gas mileage estimator even if your car has one. I recommend "Gas Manager" on the app store
- Have a large placard for both Uber, Lyft, or other ride sharing services. This will allow clients to easily identify your vehicle
- Dress to impress. If you have a coat in your closet then use it. Clients will be more likely to rate you better if you come off as more professional.
- Take a ride as a passenger and take some mental notes on how you can improve your own driver experience
- Put your Uber Promo Code on highly active Facebook groups and other popular social media sites
