Instacart Shopper Tells Story Of Customer Who Asked For “Good Time” In Exchange For A Bigger Tip, Highlighting Major Problem With Gig Economy

In the gig economy, no two days are the same, especially if you’re a trooper of the Instacart frontline. Reddit u/Oneperheart, a member of the popular Reddit group made just for Instacart Shoppers certainly got more than they bargained for during what seemed like a typical delivery run.

A hefty order for frozen pizzas turned into an uncomfortable situation when the customer proposed a shocking offer for some additional “fun” time. Yikes! Oneperheart’s quick thinking and sense of humor saw them through, but it’s a stark reminder of the unexpected challenges our gig workers often face.

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2. Naturally, fellow shoppers weren’t happy, but also jumped into share how they’d had similar experiences. And of course a few were quick to point out that $50 is pretty insulting.

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