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August 22, 2021

The Dark side of Analytics

Interesting read - When algorithms dictate your work: Life as a food delivery ‘partner’

This applies to all aggregators - OLA, UBER, etc..

Key Perspectives

The Trap

  • The illusion of guaranteed income while the variable incentives seem attractive initially
  • Incentives riddled with a bunch of terms and conditions

Chasing Dreams

  • Competition to be top performers
  • Physical and mental costs of driving to complete those targets
  • Average of 10 hours of being on the road
  • A job that demands a large amount of time

Eating outside has costed my health very badly. In a way, this is not a sustainable business model. Until 35 your body will not show any problems. The effects will come up after 35. 

This business model is a toll on workers and they are not prepared for any better next job. Doing a good job vs Live your day vs Work for a better tomorrow.

Sustainable business models vs Profitable business models vs Inclusive social growth is always a question.

I am scared if the algorithm starts measuring my time

  • How long have you looked at PC
  • How many lines of code written
  • How many functionality worked

Life is too short to see everything through the same lens. 

Keep Thinking!!!

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