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Index
Cover
Title Page
Copyright
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments
Introduction: Why drive for Uber or Lyft?
Chapter 1: What's it really like to be a rideshare driver?
How much you’ll make as a rideshare driver
What your expenses will look like
Why Uber and Lyft are the most flexible jobs in the world
Getting your Uber and Lyft sign-up bonuses!
Uber and Lyft driver requirements
Leasing or renting rideshare vehicles
The downsides of being a rideshare driver
Chapter 2: How do I get started as a driver?
Choosing Uber or Lyft to start
All the different levels of Uber (UberX, UberPOOL, UberXL, UberSelect)
UberX in New York City
The first two products you’ll need to buy as a rideshare driver
Tracking your miles
Accidents and why you’ll want rideshare insurance
Getting in touch with Uber or Lyft for support
Chapter 3: What’s it like to give your first ride?
My number one tip for new drivers
First ride checklist
Accepting ride requests
Conducting the ride
Ending the ride
How fares are calculated
App and phone troubleshooting
Chapter 4: How can you become a five-star driver?
How the ratings system actually works
What matters most for high ratings
Know your area’s top landmarks and the basics
Tips and how to get them
Here are some more products and services that can help you as a driver
Chapter 5: How do I maximize my profits?
When you should drive
Experiment with new times and places
Bonuses, incentives, and more!
Lyft Power Driver Bonus
Driving for both Uber and Lyft
Ignoring rides to boost your bottom line
Long rides
Chapter 6: How should I deal with difficult passengers and challenging situations?
Be the captain of your own ship
Dash cams can help
What to do when sh&% hits the fan
Handling lost or left behind items
Service animals
Pukers
Most passengers are very pleasant
Chapter 7: Where can I find driver support, community, and resources?
How to get in contact with Uber and Lyft
How to connect with other rideshare drivers
The best online blogs and YouTubers to follow
Chapter 8: What does it take to be an independent contractor? (Including taxes!)
Managing your hours
Understanding your income and your expenses
Accounting software, tips, and tricks
Getting your rideshare taxes done right
Tax advice for drivers who work for both Uber and Lyft
Mileage deduction
Other deductions
How most drivers file their taxes
Estimated taxes
Frequently asked rideshare tax questions
Chapter 9: How can you diversify your rideshare income?
Taking your game to the next level
Driving for Uber’s commercial platforms
Earning driver and passenger referral bonuses
Third-party companies that help drivers earn more
Other money-making opportunities for drivers
Networking is the name of the game
How to respectfully push your side hustle
Chapter 10: What does the future look like for rideshare drivers?
There’s a lot of turnover with Uber and Lyft drivers
Worries about self-driving cars
Other rideshare companies to keep an eye on
Adding food and/or package delivery services
Delivering for Amazon Flex
Conclusion
Appendix
Index
About the Author
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