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The Dasher Blog highlights stories from the community and spotlights dashers, while also providing information around education, perks & rewards.

Know what to expect when you accept Shop & Deliver offers from pet stores with these Dasher-approved tips.

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Shop & Deliver: Pet Store Delivery with DoorDash

Learn the ins and outs of shopping at retail stores and how Shop & Deliver can help Dashers maximize their earning potential.

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Shop & Deliver: How to Manage Retail Store Deliveries on DoorDash

Review our comprehensive safety guidelines for Dashers who deliver by bike.

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DoorDash Delivery Bike Safety Guidance

With so many ways to earn on DoorDash, Dashers can choose the offers that work best for them.


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United States, Canada & Australia

Make the Most With More Ways to Dash

Every mom knows the challenges of balancing work with personal life. For Dasher Paulina L., dashing lets her prioritize quality time with family. 

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I Dash So I Can Spend More Time With Family: Meet Dasher Paulina L.

Customize your dashing schedule on DoorDash by focusing on high-demand hours, and discover how scheduling features can help you maximize your earnings.

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Best Times to Dash: A Practical Scheduling Guide for Dashers

Balance your caregiver schedule with the flexibility of dashing. Learn how to earn on your own terms while effectively managing your caregiving responsibilities.

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Scheduling Tips for Caregivers: How to Balance Deliveries and Caring for Others

Explore the benefits of DoorDash Shop and Deliver with essential preparation tips to enhance your earnings and improve delivery efficiency.

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How to Prepare for Shop & Deliver Offers on DoorDash

Tips for Dashers to stay safe while driving in bad weather, including vehicle maintenance, safety precautions, and emergency support.

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Weather-Proof Your Dash: Safety Tips for Driving in Bad Weather 

Learn why communicating with customers is key to a Dasher's success, enhancing customer satisfaction, increasing tips, and earning better ratings.

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Tips and Tricks for Communicating With Customers 

Learn how Dashers can flexibly choose the best dashing times that meet their needs.

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How Dashers Can Set a Dashing Schedule on DoorDash

Learn how the DoorDash Red Card can streamline payments for Shop & Deliver orders, enhance earning potential, and unlock perks for Dashers. 

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Shop & Deliver: What Is a DoorDash Red Card? 

Knowing how to dash efficiently in your local area is one of the most effective ways to save time and maximize earnings.

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The DoorDash Strategy Guide to Local Delivery

Dashing gives me the flexibility to look after my loved ones and my community.

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I Dash So I Can Care for Others: Meet Dasher Sheila F.

Learn how merchants and Dashers can work together and tackle common issues in the delivery process. 

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5 Common In-Restaurant Issues — and Tips from Experienced Dashers to Solve Them 

Dashing allows me to focus on following my passions — crafting and family.


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I Dash So I Can Crochet: Meet Dasher Danelle O.

Explore how delivering alcohol with DoorDash opens up new earning opportunities for Dashers, and learn about the practices and regulations that ensure responsible deliveries.

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How to Deliver Alcohol with DoorDash as a Dasher 

If you're just getting started as a Dasher, you might be curious about batched offers – what they are, how they work, and why they're so popular. 

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Batched Offers, Explained 

Rideshare and delivery jobs both offer flexible gig work, with different characteristics to consider.

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Rideshare vs. Delivery: What Type of Gig Work Is Right for You?

Bike delivery jobs like bike dashing are a great way to earn.

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Bike Delivery Strategies: Make the Most of Your Time

Becoming a Dasher doesn't have to be daunting thanks to these tips and insights from experienced Dashers.

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My First Dash: What to Expect as a First-Time Dasher

Learn how to transport flowers safely, keep them fresh, and ensure a seamless delivery experience. 

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How to Deliver Flowers with DoorDash

Dashing gives me the freedom & flexibility to pursue my creative passions and travel the world.

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I Dash So I Can Travel the World: Meet Freelance Video Editor Jeremy B.

Learn how the Shop & Deliver program helps Dashers earn more on their own time.

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Shop & Deliver: How Does Grocery Delivery Work as a Dasher on DoorDash?

Dashing helps support me financially as I study for my master’s degree and advocate for causes I care deeply about.

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 I Dash So I Can Advocate: Meet Grad Student and Non-Profit Founder Cindy C.

Learn how to resolve issues like closed merchants, unavailable items, blocked pick-ups, missing orders, and delays.

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Solutions to Common Live Dashing Issues

Gig economy statistics reveal how flexibility and new digital tools are rapidly transforming independent work.

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2024 Gig Work Trends: Opportunities Gig Workers Can Look Forward To

Dashing during busy times, when Peak Pay is in effect, and staying in hotspots are great strategies to help you earn with DoorDash. 

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Three Steps to Maximize Your Earnings 

A Top Shopper offers advice on how to select the best quality products for delivery. 

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Shop & Deliver: Tips from a Dasher for Great Shopping Quality 

Discover the benefits of e-bike and electric scooter delivery in the world of urban delivery. 

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Dashing in the City: The Benefits of E-Bike and Scooter Delivery

Streaming has changed my life. I’m a Dasher who uses gig work to help support my passion.

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I Dash So I Can Stream: Meet Content Creator ChrissyHQ

Biking in the city can be a very rewarding experience while following proper safety precautions.

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Rules of the Road: An Experienced Dasher’s Guide to Bike Safety

Here’s a rundown of the delivery driver tech tools most used by seasoned Dashers.

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Tech, Gear, and Gadgets: Useful Delivery Driver Apps & Accessories to Consider

Learn why dashing by bike is often underrated and deserves a closer look.

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6 Reasons Why Bike Delivery Is Underrated

97% of Canadian Dashers say being able to choose when, where, and how they work should be protected if laws were to change.


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In Nationwide Survey, Canadian Dashers Nearly All Want Flexible Work To Be Protected

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 DashRoots: The Voices of Local Communities Expands to Canada

Learn why dashing is a great part-time gig for folks with an important full-time role: parent.

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A Part-time Gig for Your Full-time Role

From drive-thrus to fine dining, we walk you through best practices for customer order pickups.

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How to Pick Up a DoorDash Order: Finding Your Way Around Any Restaurant

Where is the best place to receive the most DoorDash offers? Look for the hotspots! 

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DoorDash Hotspots: How to Find the Best Places to Dash

Want to know what delivery driving is all about? We cover the gig, from door to door and back again.

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Everything You Need to Know About Becoming a Delivery Driver

Dashers explain why they are taking advantage of the new gig economy.

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Why We Dash: Work and Life as a Delivery Driver

Learn about the gig economy, why it's here to stay, and how DoorDash is a great way to earn.

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