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by samstave 3728 days ago
OK I have been an uber member since the day they were born, effectively... How was i converted?

I lived in the presidio in SF - then later I lived upper-market/twin peaks.

the cabs wouldnt fucking show up, so I was calling ALL cab companies - then they were sharing dispatch info and I was banned from calling them. I made personal relationships with black car-drivers (the lincoln towncars that are "uber black") and would call them when I needed to get a ride. I paid a premium for that - but ultimately they told me about Uber.

I HATE SF taxi service and I jumped ship and havent looked back since.

I spend A LOT on uber.... but for me (as I dont have a car and I hate driving) It is wonderful and has been great since I joined.

The only reason I dont use Lyft is that they dont work with my bank for payment.

While I think the CEO of Uber is rather lame, and a good friend said it was the worst place hes ever worked (ops guy) I love the service.... and for that reason I stay.

3 comments

in a nutshell the competition to uber in SF was so dire, as to be laughable.

It's weird I have lived in UK and Australia and never a problem getting a cab to show up. Nonetheless uber seems to be getting popular in Sydney due to the cost savings and ability to use an app.

This is awesome! Thanks for sharing your personal story!
Why did your friend say working there was horrible?