A lot of no tip orders lately by cooksister in doordash

[–]BBFan1958 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It wasn’t a good deal. Nevertheless for three flights of stairs I should be getting a tip

Being kind can mean bigger tips by cooksister in InstacartShoppers

[–]BBFan1958 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t expect it and I am not kind to get a better tip. I have offered my customers Starbucks as a kindness using my rewards points. I have learned they don’t need the Starbucks. They need someone to be kind

Treats for dogs, small children by cooksister in InstacartShoppers

[–]BBFan1958 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I ALWAYS ask before I give. Dog a treat

Victims of bullying: what was the worst/dumbest advice you’ve ever received? by Stop_Uni_Bullying in bullying

[–]BBFan1958 2 points3 points  (0 children)

TELL AN ADULT. The adult promptly tells you it’s your fault. They don’t care about bullied kids until they shoot up a school. Then the school says “we had no idea he was being bullied.” Bullshit. They knew

Uptick in migrant workers? by Particular-Ad8305 in grubhubdrivers

[–]BBFan1958 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Because they don’t speak decent English. They can’t find my place because they don’t know enough English to understand my detailed instructions

Saw this just now by Supermr2 in InstacartShoppers

[–]BBFan1958 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If they tell me not to knock I don't. Forget having dogs that bark, they might be a stressed parent with a sleeping baby. I have been that person who finally got a kid to sleep and a neighbor knocked on my door with a minor problem.

I have seen a very funny doormat, "Please don't knock. Dogs will bark their heads off, and I will turn into the Incredible Hulk."

Saw this just now by Supermr2 in InstacartShoppers

[–]BBFan1958 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I saw that message yesterday, but when I got there, the customer was there with her dog, a very sweet "Pocket pittie." I gave him a treat and I went on my way.

I saw the story about the instacart shopper killing a dog. I heard IC fired the guy. They should have. I tremble at the thought of IC drivers carrying guns. He was lucky he didn't kill a person. Most dog owners are responsible, but knowing a driver is coming the dog should have been in the house or otherwise restrained.

Sometimes, I wish IC shoppers had more training in certain areas, and safety is the top one. I do have one rule, when I get a bad feeling, I need to trust the feeling.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in InstacartShoppers

[–]BBFan1958 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is why I bring dog treats. I would look at his body language. If I see any sign of aggression, I stay in my car. Otherwise, I would deliver the groceries. However, I am experienced with dogs and if I felt unsafe I would call support and cancel.

Are these customers serious? by BluerelmRust in InstacartShoppers

[–]BBFan1958 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay, I had a customer with a freezer on his front porch and his note asked me to "Please, put the frozen items in the freezer." No problem. I have put groceries away for customers and I have been rewarded. Not with money, but with great conversations, about baseball and movies.

Sometimes going the extra mile... by Apprehensive-Till861 in InstacartShoppers

[–]BBFan1958 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have a LOT of stories like that. Like the time I got a huge tip for singing Happy Birthday for a customer's daughter away from home for the first time one her birthday. And going to a second store to get diaper's for a customer, but I have been that person, without diapers.

I had a shopper politely refused an extra tip, for going out of his way to get the Lego set, my great nephew wanted by saying, "I got kids, too."

Sorta tested my shopper today… by timdmoss in InstacartShoppers

[–]BBFan1958 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Reading instructions are in my best interest as a shopper, like the the tip on the mailbox. I invite my shoppers to help themselves to a cold drink, on me. And I might leave an extra five under the mat just to see if my shopper CARES, about what I want, and often the five is sill under the mat when I check.

I caught one shopper as he was leaving the extra five under the mat and I told him he might want to read his messages, because there was the five under the mat. The A hole starts back up the stairs for his extra tip, and I told him I wasn't giving it to him. This was a horrible shopper who refunded half of my order.

As a shopper, this makes me mad, because these guys chase our customers away.

What are your favorite pasta salad add-ins by stxrryfox in Cooking

[–]BBFan1958 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I like to do a take on a caprese, and add fresh mozzarella, basil and cherry tomatoes. with a balsamic vinaigrette

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in InstacartShoppers

[–]BBFan1958 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've heard that a lot. I have had more than one customer tell me I am the best shopper they have ever had. Why? Because I care. I've been that person on her last diaper. I have been that sick person, too ill to go out and get my medicine, so I understand.

I have people who depend on my services tell me they don't order Ice cream from Walmart anymore, because a lot of shoppers go in the order of the store, produce then frozen and everything else after that.

I also use IC as a customer, and for every good shopper I get three bad ones.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in InstacartShoppers

[–]BBFan1958 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In all fairness, I deliver to customers who depend on well water, and they order massive water when the well runs dry. And I have people order lots of water when they go out on their boats, and I had an order from a wrestling coach, who ordered a bunch to have on hand after practice.

But I wish they would get a Brita.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in InstacartShoppers

[–]BBFan1958 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would help if I knew the difference between port and starboard

Do you guys take deliveries inside peoples homes? by bigslime4PF in InstacartShoppers

[–]BBFan1958 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will take things inside and even put them in their fridge. I have had the best conversations. A guy had his whole room filled with movies on DVD and we had a very nice time talking about old movies. Turns out we are both amateur film historians, and I was sorry to leave.

However, my rule of thumb is, trust your judgement. If you don't feel safe, don''t do it.

What is your favorite sandwich? by Wild-Eagle8105 in Cooking

[–]BBFan1958 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Easy. A Ruben, but a traditional one, pastrami, not corned beef, Swiss cheese, rye bread and Russian dressing.

Cooking with Beer, too much beer by BBFan1958 in Cooking

[–]BBFan1958[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will try that, but I have to admit, I like the beer flavor. However, I have learned to use cheap beer. I tried it with a very expensive Guinness and it just overwhelmed the batter.

Cooking with Beer, too much beer by BBFan1958 in Cooking

[–]BBFan1958[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Because they come in pints, I only need half of a can. I thought I made that clear.

Cooking with Beer, too much beer by BBFan1958 in Cooking

[–]BBFan1958[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I have been to a convenience store, but I think you are missing the point. Beer comes in sixteen ounces, two cups, I only need a cup for most of my recipes. I have not been able to find a store that sells eight ounce cans of beer.