Uber rolled into Charleston amid controversy, and cab and transportation companies cried foul. Upcoming legislation is intended to address industry concerns while also helping to level the playing field in the Holy City. Image credit: Canva by freestocks.org from Pexels​

Interested in driving for them? Think you have what it takes? Here’s an insider’s look into of one of the most innovative and technologically based transportation services to ever hit the streets of Charleston, literally.


I recently asked a friend who’s been driving for them several months now to answer some questions about his experience. The ability to set his own hours lured him to partner with the “ride-hailing service” (The Associated Press banned the term “ride-sharing,” considering it a dubious play on words), and what he says may surprise you. I certainly learned a thing or two.


But what I really wanted to know was what it was like to have random strangers in his back seat. 


During a brief stint as a realtor, part of what I disliked about the gig was driving people around in my car. It felt like an invasion of personal space, and I routinely asked folks to meet me at properties to avoid unnecessary discomfort. Needless to say, I didn’t last long, although closing six transactions in my first (and only) year on the job was considered good for a newbie.


I digress…back to the dirt. Requesting anonymity, my friend describes in his own words what you can reasonably expect carting passengers around the Holy City for a fee. From how Uber treats their drivers (and riders) to moments rivaling Taxicab Confessions, anyone considering a stint behind the wheel should check out this interview first. 


How long have you driven for Uber?
I started in October 2014 and have been driving ever since.

Third week of December 2015

To recap:

Family
Friends
Slumber Party
Christmas Pageant

Parties and pageants in preparation for Christmas. Quality time with people that mean the most is how I spent my week. Foremost on my mind from it all is change. How we must embrace it to live. Indeed, as the quote implies, to avoid it is tantamount to death. I choose life. The last seven days taught me a window can reveal different things to different people. Knowing this is power. Embracing it is survival. Change is good or bad depending on what we see. What does your view reveal?

The second week of December, 2015

In a nutshell:

Spring Cleaning
Home Improvements
Happy Hour
Robert Swan

This week I'm reminded of connections. Spring cleaning inspired by warm temps. Improvements around the house reinforcing the notion that our environment reflects personality. Thursday I met friends for drinks and fed my soul with laughter. We are the company we keep. The highlight came Wednesday hearing Robert Swan speak. Impossible to come away unaffected, a man on a mission to save Antarctica for the penguins. Everything on the planet is connected and either harmed or helped by actions. If you had to pick a theme for your week what would it be?