
The Best One Yet 🫠“I got charged a Flake Fee” — Cancellation fees’ surge. Uber & Instacart hookup. Netflix’s live comedy fest.
May 8, 2024
The podcast talks about the new 'flake fee' trend for cancellations in various industries, Netflix's live comedy fest, and how Uber & Instacart are teaming up to challenge DoorDash. They also express appreciation for teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week.
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The Rise of Flake Fees
- Cancellation fees, or "flake fees," are rising across industries.
- This is due to the high cost of last-minute cancellations for businesses.
Deterring Flaky Behavior
- Implement cancellation fees to deter last-minute cancellations.
- Requiring upfront payment significantly reduces no-shows and cancellations.
Uber and Instacart's Partnership
- Uber and Instacart are integrating their apps, allowing users to order from both services within one platform.
- This partnership aims to challenge DoorDash's dominance in the delivery market.
