Latest news with #TaskRabbit
The Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Looking to make extra cash this summer? 25 ways to make £3,500 during the holidays
DO you need to make extra cash this summer? We reveal 25 ways to boost your income during the holidays. From festival litter-picking to becoming a 'man with a van' - and even making money without getting out of bed - top finance writer Laura Miller reveals the unexpected summer side-hustles which can boost your bank balance, fast! 4 4 4 An estimated 460,000 Brits already have a side hustle - a number which is rising fast, with 77,000 more people starting one in 2024 than in the previous year. Brits earn a whopping £590 a month on average from these, according to software company Sage. Mums are among the most eager to get in on the extra cash, with around 21 per cent of all side hustles done by working mothers. But which ones will make you the most money per month? We round up 25 side hustles that can make YOU money in the summer months and share our top tips to get started. 1. Become a 'man with a van' – £1,025 Summer is a popular time for families to move house. If you have a car or a van, then you could earn £34.17 an hour on average by working as a mover, according to TaskRabbit. This job is not for everyone, as you will need to be physically fit, have a clean driving licence and be good at parking. You can look for individual jobs on websites, including Airtasker, or sign up to work for a company. Hello Movers is looking for people who want to work as movers or handymen. To join, you need to own your own van, have a driving licence and moving insurance. 2. Make money in the garden – £917 If you're good in the garden, then you could earn up to £30.59 an hour getting your hands dirty in the fresh air. People always need someone to sweep or wash their patio ahead of summer gatherings, as homeowners look to make the most of their outdoor space. You can find job postings on websites including Some people will ask you to bring your own tools, so make sure you read the job description before you agree to it. You'll also need to be physically fit for this job, as you'll be required to lift plant pots, mow lawns and pull weeds. I'll earn £820 this summer with my side hustles VICKY Collins plans to earn £820 by the end of the summer with her three side hustles. The 50-year-old, from High Wycombe, plans to spend the money on treats for her three teenagers, four-year-old and husband. She also intends to set some money aside to help her two eldest children, who will start university in September. One way she will earn extra cash is by offering lessons to children during the school holidays through her business Total Tutoring. Vicky estimates that she will earn around £650 by teaching children. The busy mum also wants to turn her clutter into cash by selling it at car boot sales. Her cupboards and drawers are full of unwanted baby clothes and toddler toys that her youngest has grown out of. She searched online for a car boot sale near to where she lives and has booked a slot at Big Ben's Car Boots. Vicky says: 'Baby things sell quite well because a lot of people need them and there's often no point buying them new. "I've sold a portable high chair for £15. I've also previously sold toys for a few pounds each." She estimates that she could make up to £70 at the car boot sale. Vicky usually lists higher value items on eBay or Facebook Marketplace. She has previously made £300 by selling a treadmill online and this summer hopes to earn up to £100 by selling a travel buggy. She adds: 'Sometimes I've even made money on stuff that I bought on Marketplace and resold it again once I've cleaned it up or fixed it.' 3. Go to festivals for free – £450 It may not be glamorous, but you could earn up to £15 an hour by working as a litter picker at a festival or event this summer. Some festivals will even throw in free tickets or camping as an added extra - so if you love heading to outdoor events, this could be perfect for you. The number of hours you will need to work depends on the festival, but it is usually around 16 hours, which is spread across a few days. Check job boards like Manpower, StudentJob UK, Indeed and Totaljobs for opportunities. Plus, you won't need to learn any extra skills - it's easy work. 4. Feed your neighbour's pets – £450 Another easy way to make a few extra pounds is to feed your neighbour's cats or dogs while they're on holiday. You could earn around £15 an hour by dog sitting, according to Pet Business Insurance. Or if you are happy to look after a dog overnight, then you could make £25. You'll obviously need to be an animal lover, and pet owners might prefer that you have some experience before trusting you with their furry friends - either having a pet of your own or having looked after animals in the past. Post on local Facebook groups or speak to your neighbours to find jobs near you, or join pet-sitting apps. 5. Try your hand as a tour guide – £400 If you're a history buff, then you could earn extra cash by showing visitors around historical buildings, parks, art galleries or museums. Pop into your local tourist attraction to see if they are hiring any tour guides and how much they are paid. You'll need to have a passion for your chosen subject and have enough knowledge on the topic that you'll be able to share fun facts with visitors. Being able to speak in front of crowds is also a bonus - so this might not be for you if you feel a bit nervous in front of big groups. You could earn around £12.21 an hour in this job and will usually need to work between 16 and 30 hours a week. 6. Clean homes for cash – £643 Cleaning is another easy way to make extra cash without needing any training or previous experience. Cleaners on the side hustle platform TaskRabbit earned £21.42 an hour over the past three months. Again, this is a physical job as you may need to pull out furniture, as well as hovering or even washing windows. You can find cleaning jobs by signing up for TaskRabbit online or through its app. Or post on local message boards or Facebook groups to find clients. 7. Sell clutter on eBay & Vinted – £250 Forget about spring cleaning - summer is the perfect time to declutter. Go through your cupboards and make a list of things you no longer need, such as baby clothes, old coats and trainers. There are no fees to list items on resale website Vinted, and you can put up to 300 items a month on eBay for free. Both platforms have apps that make it easy, and it involves very little effort to list the items - perfect for those who may not have a lot of spare time. Just download them from the app store, snap a few pictures of each item, then write a brief description of the product and its condition. You could earn anywhere from a few hundred pounds to £4,000 a month. 8. Fill out online surveys – £50 Earn money by filling in online surveys while your kids are jumping around the soft play or having their afternoon nap. Websites including Branded Surveys, Swagbucks, and Survey Junkie will pay you 25p to £5 a survey, according to If you were to take 20 surveys a month, you could earn around £50. To get started, you will need to sign up to one of these websites and answer a few questions about yourself, such as your age and location. 9. Build flat pack furniture – £769 If you're good with a screwdriver, then you could earn hundreds of pounds in an afternoon by helping to set up garden furniture or BBQs. On average, side hustlers who did this made £25.64 an hour over the past three months. You'll need to be good with your hands and have a passion for DIY. Use websites such as Airtasker or TaskRabbit to find people who will pay you to assemble their furniture. Do I need to pay tax on the money I earn? MANY people have recently started a side hustle to help them make ends meet. While there are plenty of easy ways to earn some extra income, you need to make sure you know the rules first. When you work for a company they take the tax you owe from your earnings and pays HMRC so you don't have to. But if you earn extra cash from babysitting or dog walking them you may have to pay this tax yourself. Every person gets a trading allowance of £1,000 a year. This is the amount they can earn from a side hustle or by selling items online. Once you earn more than this amount then you may need to pay tax on any money you make. You need to register for a self-assessment tax return with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to make sure you are paying the right amount of tax. The exact amount of tax you will need to pay depends on your income. If your income is more than £12,570 but less than £50,270 then you will pay tax at 20 per cent. If you do not file a tax return then you could be hit with a shock tax bill from HMRC asking you to pay the tax you owe and a penalty on top. 10. Teach kids online – £1,200 Many parents will pay for tutoring over the summer so their child is ready for the new school year. An hour of tutoring can cost almost £40, according to Tutor Cruncher. It doesn't matter if you have never tutored before or don't have any qualifications. But those who have experience in certain subjects may be able to help children with more specific needs. Some parents are happy to pay a tutor to help their child with their homework or to read with them. You can use websites, including Tutor Doctor, to match you with potential students. 11. Declutter at a car boot sale – £800 Car boot sales are a great way to make money from your unwanted stuff and reduce clutter at the same time. Outdoor car boot sales are usually held each week from spring to late summer, but some are open all year. You can use the online database Car Boot Junction to find a car boot sale near you. Just enter your postcode and it will tell you which sales are on in your area, if they have toilets and entry fees. Most people make a couple of hundred pounds per event – but some make £5,000 a month. 12. Wash your neighbour's cars – £600 You could earn £20 an hour by cleaning other people's cars. Simply make a sign and offer your services to friends, family members or your neighbours. Assume that each car will take you about an hour to clean and that you will wash up to five a week. You will need to provide your own bucket, soap and hose pipe and it is a labour-intensive job. 13. Become a babysitter – £443 Now that the summer holiday has started, many parents are desperate for a babysitter. You could earn around £10.52 to £14.75 an hour as a babysitter, according to Bubble Childcare. You can also use the app to find families who need a babysitter in your area. Simply set up a profile, search for jobs with local families and then receive your payment through the app. 14. Do odd jobs for cash – £959 If you are good at DIY, then you could earn hundreds of pounds by mounting TVs and mirrors this summer. You will need to be good with a tape measure, be able to lift heavy items and use a drill. You can earn around £31.97 an hour with this side hustle, according to TaskRabbit. Use the app to find and apply for opportunities. 15. Help others get fit – £900 If you're into fitness, then you could make money by training others in your local park. A new personal trainer can charge £20 to £30 per hour, according to Your Personal Training UK. You may need to complete a course before you are able to work as a personal trainer. Some of these courses can be done online or at in-person sessions at a local college. 16. Walk other people's pets – £338 A simple way to earn some extra cash is by walking other people's dogs. The average dog walker charge in the UK is about £11.25 per walk, according to Go Walkies. Download its app and create a profile to get started, but experience with animals is preferred by pet owners. 17. Paint or decorate – £892 Lots of people decorate their homes during the summer, as paint dries much faster in warm weather. On average, painters and decorators earn £29.72 an hour through TaskRabbit. Search the app to find and apply for opportunities. You may need to buy your own paintbrushes, sheets and paint rollers. 18. Become a d elivery driver – £404 If you have a car and can drive, then you could earn a steady income this summer as a delivery driver. On average, drivers for courier DPD earn £13.47 per hour - which is above minimum wage. Check out openings on Indeed or download the Evri app and sign up to become a self-employed courier. 19. Get paid to sit on the beach – £420 Fancy earning money while sitting on the beach this summer? You can earn up to £14.10 per hour as a lifeguard for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). You will need to complete a training course before you can start working, and you will be called into action should an emergency take place. But in between you'll be able to enjoy the surroundings on the sand during the summer months while more people head to the coast. Get qualified by visiting the RNLI website. 20. Pick fruit at a local farm – £366 Strawberry season is here, which means there are lots of opportunities to earn money by picking fruit. Fruit picking jobs in the UK typically pay at least the National Living Wage, which is currently £12.21 for those aged 21 and over. You don't need any experience to apply, and you can work on a flexible basis. Websites including Indeed, Jooble, and the Find a Job service list loads of seasonal and field roles. 21. Stay in someone else's house – £240 You could earn money and enjoy a stay in a new town or city by becoming a house sitter. The standard rate is £60 per day, according to House and Home Sitters UK. You can offer your services online on websites, including 22. Clean caravans – £1,200 Caravan holidays are popular with families who want a getaway in the UK. But did you know that you can make extra cash by cleaning them? You could earn £100 for cleaning the exterior and £95 for the interior of a caravan, Checkatrade says. Ask your local caravan park if they need help during the busy summer season. 23. Waitressing at high-end events – £366 Summer is packed with sporting events and weddings where waiters are needed. The job is perfect for people who are friendly, good on their feet and physically fit. You could earn at least minimum wage (£12.21 an hour) plus extra in tips. You can register for work on websites including Push Promotions and E4S. 24. Rent out your spare room – £3,500 Earn £1,000 a month letting out all or part of your home, according to Hello Guest. Some guests have earned up to £3,500 per month in summer, it said. Airbnb is the most popular platform for short-term rentals but you'll of course need a spare room to begin with. To create a listing, just write a short description of your home, take a few photos and explain what makes it unique. 25. Sell your food at a street market – £300 You could earn up to £100 a day by signing up for a stall at your local farmers' market. Bake your own cupcakes, rustle up some samosas or make your own sandwiches to sell. Some markets charge you to run your own stall, so check the costs before you sign up. Side hustle site Airtasker has lots of tips to get you started. .
Motor 1
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
‘Another Pink Tax:' NYC Woman Hires Man to Be Her Boyfriend for 1 Hour So She Doesn't Get Scammed When Buying Ford Truck
A woman is going viral on TikTok after revealing the extreme step she took to avoid getting scammed while buying a used Ford truck: hiring a fake boyfriend off TaskRabbit. TikTok user @ says she didn't know any car experts—or, as she puts it, 'blue collar' men—so she hired someone to pose as her boyfriend during the transaction. In the clip, the man is seen chatting with the seller and doing a full inspection of the truck, even getting on his hands and knees to check underneath and popping the hood to look for issues. Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . 'Me & the man I hired to play my boyfriend for an hour so I wouldn't get scammed buying this car,' she writes in the overlay text. 'Unfortunately, my type is emotionally unavailable men who can't change a tire,' @ adds in the caption. The video has racked up over 821,000 views as of Wednesday. What's TaskRabbit? TaskRabbit is a platform that connects people with local freelancers—called 'Taskers'—for help with everyday tasks. That can include anything from moving furniture and assembling IKEA shelves to, as @ proved, pretending to be your boyfriend while you buy a car. Taskers set their rates and choose which jobs to take based on their availability and skills. Are women more likely to get scammed when buying a car? Trending Now 'We're Not Seeing It:' Woman Takes 2016 Versa to Nissan 5 Days Before Her Warranty's Up. Then the Tech Says Something Shocking 'You Want a Porsche, You Gotta Pay Porsche Prices:' Woman Quoted $9,000 to Fix A/C in Porsche Cayenne. Should She Even Bother? Plenty of anecdotal evidence suggests women are often scammed at both the dealership and the mechanic. In a 2022 AskMechanics Reddit thread, one user said they avoided two repair shops after hearing employees brag about ripping off female customers. People on Reddit and those who viewed @ video echoed that experience. 'Even though I know about cars, they still try [to] scam me,' one woman said. 'If I take my dad, it's a different environment.' Some argue the issue is less about gender and more about opportunism. 'If some 'nerdy' guy turns up, I'm sure it would be the same,' one Redditor said. Still, studies suggest women often pay more. A deep dive by The Atlantic found women, especially those who appeared less informed, were quoted higher prices for the same repairs as men. Researchers attributed this not necessarily to outright sexism but to statistical discrimination: Mechanics assume women know less about cars, and quote accordingly. In the comments on @ video, one viewer compared it to the pink tax , referring to the phenomenon where products and services marketed to women cost more. 'Another pink tax,' they wrote. 'Find a Mechanic' Commenters were quick to praise @ creative approach to avoiding a scam, and many shared their own strategies when buying a used car. 'I always find a mechanic who has an hour and just offer 100-200 bucks to come along when I buy a used car,' one viewer shared. 'Did the same for my lesbian bestie for her first motorcycle,' another wrote. 'I felt honored.' 'I'm friends with my mechanic, so when I bought my last car, I took him with me and paid him with lunch and a beer, haha,' added a third. Some people, however, warned that hiring a stranger isn't always foolproof. 'That's a very good idea,' one said. 'But make sure he knows wtf he is talking about and looking for. Because he, too, can get scammed.' 'Luckily, you didn't hire me, we would have been scammed together and would have to walk home together,' joked another. Others saw a potential business opportunity—offering car-savvy folks as help for nervous buyers. 'Honestly, more people who aren't knowledgeable about cars should do this,' one man said. 'We'd love to help out.' 'Not me staring at my husband, wondering if I can rent him out to help since he knows about vehicles,' someone else said. 'Or we can be the brother/sister helping out.' Motor1 has reached out to @ via a TikTok comment. Her account does not accept direct messages from people she doesn't follow. We'll update this post if she responds. More From Motor1 'Any Car I've Ever Owned:' Mechanics Reveal Which Cars 'Look Fast' But Actually Aren't 'Help Me Find Stacey:' Man Uses Girlfriend's Mercedes-Benz. Then She Finds a Delta Airline Name Tag in It You're Not Going Crazy: Affordable Used Cars are Disappearing 'That Honda Fit Sounds Like the One:' Used Car Salesman Picks His Top 6 Vehicles Under $4,000. But How Reliable Are They? Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
5 ‘Dirty Jobs' That Are Recession-Proof Side Gigs
According to an Experian survey, 45% of American adults reported paying off previously unmanageable debt, with 36% citing a side hustle or secondary job as a source of assistance. While side hustles have been helping Americans make ends meet financially, concerns have been arising that a recession could impact this trend. Read Next: For You: Luckily, several side gigs are in demand during a recession or any kind of economic downturn if you're willing to put in some extra effort or get your hands a little dirty. Below are a few 'dirty jobs' that are recession-proof side gigs. Parham Koukia, lead car detailer at Panda Hub, has been detailing vehicles for over a decade and noted that automobiles tend to get messy regardless of the state of the economy. He also stressed that during an economic downturn, people tend to hold on to their vehicles for longer instead of upgrading, so they're more likely to invest in a deep clean. Check Out: The time commitment will depend on how much you want to allocate, but Koukia pointed out that you can earn $300 to $500 in an eight-hour shift with just two to three details. He also said you can get into mobile auto detailing, which has a low startup and a high return potential for weekend work. If you're looking to instantly make some money, then the gig economy is the best option for you, as some side hustles can take some time to build up. You can browse through TaskRabbit to find odd jobs around the house that are considered dirty work, including cleaning, errands, furniture assembly, plumbing and general repairs. Based on Indeed data, the average hourly rate is $27.61 and the commitment will depend on how long the project takes. You could offer to do handy work on the weekends or in your evenings. The work will also depend on the community you live in and the season. You could paint houses in the spring, offer furniture assembly in the fall and conduct general repairs around the house during the summer months, during renovation projects. The amount that you earn from tasks will also depend on your training and background. For example, becoming a plumber requires more extensive training than most household tasks, but the pay makes up for the investment. Melanie Musson, finance expert with pointed out that you can expect to charge a minimum of $100 per visit. 'When people have pools, maintaining them is essential, regardless of the state of the economy,' said Jeremy Yamaguchi, CEO of Cabana Pools. 'Neglecting your pool can lead to damage, which can be very costly to repair, so it's more advantageous money-wise to clean it than leave it be and pay to fix the damage eventually.' When someone wants to open their pool for the season or they need it cleaned, they can't neglect this service, even in a recession. According to Indeed, the average hourly rate for pool cleaning is $20 per hour, but the pay will vary depending on your community and the urgency of the task. For example, you may have higher demand and be able to charge more during the springtime when homeowners are eager to open up the pool season. Yard work and lawn mowing are essential services, regardless of the state of the economy. You may need to invest some money upfront in an initial purchase of a lawn mower and trimmer, but it's usually easy enough to find work to fill your evenings and weekends. Musson said you can charge $25 for a small lawn or charge $100 or more for mowing and trimming. The key is to work in a small geographic area to minimize the time spent driving to jobs. You can also charge an hourly rate and you can sell service packages in your community. The time that you allocate to this will depend on you, but the work can be done in your spare time. Pet waste cleanup is a task that many people would rather avoid and as a result, many families are willing to pay someone else to do it. Musson said if you clean up a small yard with one dog once a week, you can charge $15 or more, depending on the market. A small yard will take you about 10 minutes to do a thorough cleaning. 'If you can line up your homes strategically, you can minimize the distance you travel between yards. In two hours, you could pick up pet waste from six homes and make $75 to $100,' she added. As reported by CNBC, one entrepreneur was on track to earn $250,000 in 2024 for her pet waste removal business. Erica Krupin said she was able to turn scooping up pet poop into a full-fledged business. This is a dirty side gig that you can perform on the weekends and you could find yourself with a steady stream of clients. More From GOBankingRates 6 Hybrid Vehicles To Stay Away From in Retirement This article originally appeared on 5 'Dirty Jobs' That Are Recession-Proof Side Gigs
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Is TaskRabbit a new recession indicator? Its CEO says applications to be a 'Tasker' have spiked
TaskRabbit CEO Ania Smith says interest in becoming a "tasker" is way up. There's been a noticeable uptick in applications over the past three years, the CEO told the Decoder podcast. Asked if that was a recession indicator, Smith said she wasn't sure but that there was "uncertainty" in the economy. The oft-debated recession indicator. Lipstick sales, the "men's underwear index," and … an increase in TaskRabbit applications? There's been an uptick in recent years in the number of people looking to shore up their income streams with gig work. That's been the case for TaskRabbit, which matches up "Taskers" with clients that need things built, installed, repaired, or otherwise completed by a gig worker. Its CEO, Ania Smith, told the podcast Decoder that applications to be a "Tasker" have spiked in the last year. "As the economy has changed over the last few years — and especially over the last couple of years as we've seen a bit more struggle — we've had thousands and thousands of taskers applying every year. It's 15-20% more than a year before," said Smith. In the last three years, Taskrabbit has seen nearly more supply of gig workers than the platform can handle, she added. "So now in many cities we have wait lists and so forth, because we don't want to onboard a tasker and then not be able to provide them with jobs," Smith said. "It's sort of a false premise. I want to make sure that if you are on our platform, there's work for you to do." Smith was asked point blank if she felt the rise in Tasker applications was a recession indicator. She didn't rule the possibility out, but she said the surge in applicants doesn't spell recession in and of itself. "I'm not an economist, and I read all of this stuff, just like you do. And if you do read that stuff, you know, we should have had a recession last year, and one the year before as well," Smith said. "And those predictions turned out to be wrong. And so I think the word is uncertainty." With so many factors up in the air, Smith says the only thing you can be sure of in today's economy is unpredictability. "It's very hard to predict what's gonna happen with tariffs, what's gonna happen with bond yields, what's gonna happen with interest rates, what's gonna happen with the housing market," she said. "And so, all I can say is we see an increase in tasker applications. I'm not sure that that's an indication that a recession is coming." "As a platform, the best way we can help our Tasker community is to make sure that our platform is delivering the opportunities that they are looking for," the spokesperson told Business Insider. "We know Taskers often need both supplemental income and flexible scheduling options, which is why we invest significant time and resources to attract a variety of clients to the platform," the spokesperson added. "We want to make sure that Taskers have ample opportunities for work, particularly during challenging economic times." TaskRabbit isn't the only gig-work app to feature a wait list in times of high worker supply. Business Insider's Alex Bitter wrote in April that those looking to turn to gig work as a back-up if they were to lose their job could find the move harder than they thought. "In many cities, getting approved to deliver groceries or drive for a ride-hailing service might take weeks or months," Bitter wrote. Read the original article on Business Insider Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Insider
10-06-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Is TaskRabbit a new recession indicator? Its CEO says applications to be a 'Tasker' have spiked
The oft-debated recession indicator. Lipstick sales, the "men's underwear index," and … an increase in TaskRabbit applications? There's been an uptick in recent years in the number of people looking to shore up their income streams with gig work. That's been the case for TaskRabbit, which matches up "Taskers" with clients that need things built, installed, repaired, or otherwise completed by a gig worker. Its CEO, Ania Smith, told the podcast Decoder that applications to be a "Tasker" have spiked in the last year. "As the economy has changed over the last few years — and especially over the last couple of years as we've seen a bit more struggle — we've had thousands and thousands of taskers applying every year. It's 15-20% more than a year before," said Smith. In the last three years, Taskrabbit has seen nearly more supply of gig workers than the platform can handle, she added. "So now in many cities we have wait lists and so forth, because we don't want to onboard a tasker and then not be able to provide them with jobs," Smith said. "It's sort of a false premise. I want to make sure that if you are on our platform, there's work for you to do." Smith was asked point blank if she felt the rise in Tasker applications was a recession indicator. She didn't rule the possibility out, but she said the surge in applicants doesn't spell recession in and of itself. "I'm not an economist, and I read all of this stuff, just like you do. And if you do read that stuff, you know, we should have had a recession last year, and one the year before as well," Smith said. "And those predictions turned out to be wrong. And so I think the word is uncertainty." With so many factors up in the air, Smith says the only thing you can be sure of in today's economy is unpredictability. "It's very hard to predict what's gonna happen with tariffs, what's gonna happen with bond yields, what's gonna happen with interest rates, what's gonna happen with the housing market," she said. "And so, all I can say is we see an increase in tasker applications. I'm not sure that that's an indication that a recession is coming." "As a platform, the best way we can help our Tasker community is to make sure that our platform is delivering the opportunities that they are looking for," the spokesperson told Business Insider. "We know Taskers often need both supplemental income and flexible scheduling options, which is why we invest significant time and resources to attract a variety of clients to the platform," the spokesperson added. "We want to make sure that Taskers have ample opportunities for work, particularly during challenging economic times." TaskRabbit isn't the only gig-work app to feature a wait list in times of high worker supply. Business Insider's Alex Bitter wrote in April that those looking to turn to gig work as a back-up if they were to lose their job could find the move harder than they thought. "In many cities, getting approved to deliver groceries or drive for a ride-hailing service might take weeks or months," Bitter wrote.
