7. Confirm that you can withstand the demands of the work.
“Prolonged sitting can, and will, be difficult for some,” said Sandra Lutz-Rodriguez, 52, of Portland, Ore., who drives for Uber and Lyft (and says Uber keeps her busier). Anyone who has gotten out of the driver’s seat after a lengthy road trip is familiar with the leg and back stiffness that comes with it.
8. Make a point of keeping your car clean, both inside and exterior, at all times.
This may imply weekly detailing and daily car washes.
9. It is your responsibility to strike a work-life balance.
Because you choose your own hours as an Uber or Lyft driver, you have a lot of flexibility. That also implies that staying healthy and avoiding tiredness is entirely up to you.
10. Lyft incorporates consumer tips within its app, whereas Uber does not.
Customers of Uber, on the other hand, can tip drivers in cash; but, they must pay for rides with a credit card. New York City officials recently suggested legislation that would make tipping mandatory as an option, and the California government is exploring a similar bill.
11. Finally, if you’re not a “people person,” don’t become an Uber or Lyft driver.
Passengers review their experiences with their drivers, so if you come across as glum or furious, your rating may suffer. This, in turn, can influence whether you receive a call to pick someone up. My niece, who frequently uses Uber, only requests drivers with impeccable ratings. She is not alone in this.
