If Uber’s Betting on a Future Without You, What’s Your Next Move? pt.2
Uber is playing the long game—and you’re not in it. If you think the real threat is self-driving cars, think again. The risk is waiting too long to make a move.
Justin St.James
An experienced driver navigating the gig economy, sharing stories, lessons, and insights from the road. Join me for a real look at life behind the wheel in rideshare and delivery.
Uber Sues Colorado Over New Laws
Uber Is Weaponizing Confusion—And Punishing Transparency There’s a game being played behind the scenes of your Uber ride—and it has nothing to do with traffic, surge pricing, or tips. It’s a strategy of confusion. One where Uber isn’t just lobbying against driver-friendly legislation—it’s
Whose Goals Are You Really Chasing?
There’s something strange that happens when you open the Uber Driver app. You log in with your own reasons. Your own goals. Maybe it’s to pay a bill, get ahead on rent, or make just enough to justify putting your car on the road today. But once you’
Why Every Rideshare Driver Needs an Exit Plan
Rideshare driving might seem flexible and easy at first—but without an exit plan, flexibility quickly becomes a trap. Your real opportunity isn't driving forever; it's using Uber and Lyft as stepping stones toward real independence. Otherwise a means to a foreseeable end. Your exit strategy
You’ve Got 10 Years—According to Uber’s CEO
“You are not secure. You are not included. But you can be aware. You can prepare. And you don’t have to keep working toward your own disappearance.”
Autonomy or Bust? The Real Risk Behind Uber’s Business Model
When a respected investment firm flags Uber’s own growth strategy as a threat to its stock, the truth slips out: the foundation isn’t as stable as it looks. Drivers should be paying attention — before they’re written out of the plan entirely.
Uber Don’t Need to Pay You—They Just Need You to Feel Good
The biggest lie they sold you wasn’t the pay. It was the feeling that you were doing well. The Rideshare says it best "Stop playing the game" I couldn't agree more.
I Requested My Data from Uber, Here’s What Happened
Driven by my need to evaluate my business in a more informed way—and by the new Colorado law requiring Uber to provide full transparency—I decided to dig into the raw numbers Uber collects about my trips.
The Present State of Driving: A Gig Economy in Flux
Gig companies tout increased earnings potential, but the reality for many is a constant battle between supply and demand—too many drivers chasing too few high-paying rides.
Gig Workers Are Entrepreneurs—Not Just Workers
Risk and reward play a constant role in the equation. The market fluctuates, demand shifts, and companies change their policies without warning. But the best in the business don’t rely on luck. They anticipate, adapt, and find ways to stay ahead.
The Many Faces of the Gig Economy: 13 Types of Gig Workers
No two gig workers are the same, and the gig economy attracts a mix of personalities, strategies, and motivations. Some thrive, some struggle, and others evolve over time. The key is understanding where you fit in
What Sets Top Gig Workers Apart? The Traits of High Performers
The highest-performing gig workers share a distinct mindset, a set of skills, and disciplined habits that allow them to thrive in a field that demands adaptability, efficiency, and self-motivation.