Considering Leaving Gig Work? Share Your Experience!

Many individuals who drive for apps like Uber and Lyft or deliver food for services such as DoorDash treat it as a secondary income stream, or in some cases, as their main occupation. However, as earnings decrease and self-driving cars become more prevalent, some are reevaluating their roles in this industry.

Over the years, gig workers have expressed to Business Insider that reduced base pay and a surge in competition for jobs have intensified the difficulty of sustaining gig work. Some drivers and couriers, who once found these jobs financially rewarding, are now exploring other opportunities.

The reality of self-driving taxis, operated by companies like Waymo and Tesla, is starting to be felt by ride-hail drivers. Although these autonomous vehicles are presently limited to a few cities, their presence is expected to grow, which Uber's CEO, Dara Khosrowshahi, acknowledges might render many gig jobs obsolete.

Business Insider is committed to continuing its coverage of the gig economy as we approach 2026, and we are eager to hear from you. Have you left gig work or contemplated leaving? Do you intend to continue with it in the future? We invite you to participate in our survey below.