I've been driving for Uber for three years and yesterday I realized I'm making less per hour than minimum wage after gas and car maintenance but I can't stop because I need the flexibility for my kid's medical appointments.
More people experience this than they realize.
The promise of flexibility becomes a cage when economic necessity meets systemic exploitation disguised as entrepreneurship.
“Where Are You with The gig economy and independent income?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.