James Patterson
Former Operations Manager at DoorDash
Acceptance Rate
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Definition
Percentage of offered deliveries or rides a gig worker accepts, which may affect access to certain programs or bonuses.
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FAQs
Does acceptance rate matter?
Depends on platform; affects some bonus programs.
Can I decline orders?
Yes, you're an independent contractor.
Similar Terms
Completion Rate
Percentage of accepted orders or rides that are completed, important for maintaining platform access.
Driver/Worker Rating
Average score from customer reviews that affects standing, access to features, and potential deactivation.
Customer Rating
Score given by passengers or customers after service, affecting driver standing and deactivation risk.
Dollar Per Mile
Key profitability metric dividing order pay by total miles (including pickup). Successful drivers aim for $1.50-2+ per mile.
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