RE: So, What's It Really Like to Be an Uber Driver? An Insider's Look
What a cool read, @chelsea88!
One thing I was hoping to see (but in a way I'm glad you didn't mention it) is how you are treated by taxis. Here in Mexico City, Uber drivers will usually ask you to sit in the front passenger seat - and sometimes even greet you with a seemingly out of place hug - just to avoid the impression that they are providing a service. I just read the horrific incident related by @chekohler. Yes, taxis are probably the biggest losers of ride-share apps, and they do whatever they can to counter it. Sometimes via legislature (like in Cancun and the entire Rivera Maya Uber is outlawed, only so taxi companies can continue offering piss-poor service for exorbitant fees), but sometimes they take things into their own hands... But such drastic measures would still surprise me in the States.
Nice to hear from you @stortebeker. That's interesting the different cultural norms. I do like being able to set my own hours and yes i read that horrible story by @chekohler. One can never be too safe or take preventative measures. Some people seem uncomfortable sitting up front but i always let folks sit where they want.