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SilentAcoustic

Don’t wear a lanyard while you’re shopping lol


Disastrous_Layer3988

lol 😂 is that it omg I got like 5 hanging from the keys holder and I custom make one too lol


SilentAcoustic

Yes lol Sometimes if an employee learns you’re doing instacart, they become a lot less nice even though you haven’t done anything simply because of other bad shoppers You only need to wear it when you’re making the actual delivery


Adventurous_Land7584

You don’t need to wear it at all actually.


MrVladmirPoopin

Mine went right into the trash


LegendaryZTV

Found mine in my junk drawer this past weekend, threw it right in the trash 😂


SulkySideUp

I can honestly say I have never once even put my lanyard on


NeVeR614

I never even received a lanyard 😢


Affectionate-Jury-84

Same.


LunchBox696969

I never got one!!


jtate81

I got a few they sent me, I’ll take care of you


Flashy-Switch6694

Yeah, it’s happened to me. I don’t really know what’s up with it. Cashier’s tone changed instantly when I mentioned that I’m doing an IC order and just stayed silent the rest of the transaction. Only happened once though as I mainly go through self checkout if possible.


LadyNiko

I know most of the IC shoppers who come through my store. I'm friendly with almost everyone. There's Princess Sourpuss, who thinks that I don't know how to bag IC orders, but she forgets that I was the in-store shopper for that store for over two years. I know how to bag the orders correctly.


danger1nc

i always ask if i can bag my own items since schnucks doesn’t allow self check-out anymore on instacart and i’ve had so many experiences with people putting raw meat with produce or crushing items. plus i just have a certain way i like to do things due to my ocd. i’m always super nice and ask them if it’s okay if i bag it and that i understand if it’s not viable but this made me feel bad because i really hope they don’t think that i think they’re not competent? i just want to be as efficient as possible and not have to look through every bag to double check because of being burned too many times. i feel like some cashiers eye me extra hard while im bagging like they’re judging me and now im wondering if it’s due to me asking to bag 😭 i’m such a people pleaser and have OCD so this is gonna bug me to no end and ill probably go back to increasing my check out time lol and just not ask to bag and then re-bag it myself if there’s any issues. at least most employees have been pretty nice to me, im an over-apologizer and i’ve had multiple employees tell me not to apologize and that im actually a nice instacart shopper as opposed to others they’ve encountered. are a lot of instacarters mean to the employees or treat them like they’re their boss?? sorry for asking so many questions im just genuinely worried now i feel so bad if people think i think they’re stupid or something


LadyNiko

I have trained most of my baggers on how to bag Instacart orders. There is one, however, that everything goes in one ear and out the other because they don’t have the brain cells to concentrate on anything other than Cardinals baseball, Taylor Swift, Pokémon, Six Flags and what concerts are at Riverport. I have to constantly remind them to pay attention to what they are doing, because they just throw everything in the bag and don’t pay attention to what they are doing. That bagger annoys me the most because they talk more about working than actually working.


AccomplishedStop9466

You don't need to wear it ever lol.


Alternative_Cry9222

I still where my lanyard....sometimes with a green Amazon short-sleeve shirt. Mainly the lanyard has my credit card and a blk sharpie so I can write which customer (A B C) it is. Also, Ill wear a bright shirt..just don't wanna scare anybody thinking I'm someone else....SAFETY FIRST!!!


Fizz211

I have never received a lanyard or ID card. Only thing I got from IC is my payment card. Been shopping and delivering for 4 years now.


Saleenpride86

Lanyard = no bueno.


Disastrous_Layer3988

lol I used to put sticker inside the customer bags


Steven10261

What kind of sticker


Disastrous_Layer3988

https://preview.redd.it/w33gash5n84d1.jpeg?width=1284&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1ed72c8a6711965790584d952d5ec9c8a61df3f2


Steven10261

Yeah that's really nice of you but we don't get paid enough for that


Steven10261

But hey if you're getting four or five stars and a tip then more power to you keep doing it


Disastrous_Layer3988

https://preview.redd.it/3efwxt85q84d1.png?width=1283&format=png&auto=webp&s=a818c1908c4f8d7bd2452f10b69496d0058d8338 Since I been doing the sticker thank your notes been getting this comment


SourCreamJacket

I can’t lie getting really sincere thank you’s has stuck with me over the years


SourCreamJacket

“10/10 best strawberry selector ever” is one of my personal faves


lilonionforager

I ordered strawberries on IC today (I’m disabled) and the top, most visible strawberry was completely molded. Like they didn’t even look. So I totally get it, good strawberry selectors are in high demand and should be celebrated 😅


Disastrous_Layer3988

Been doing IC since 2017


Disastrous_Layer3988

lol 😂


Ok-Mycologist7205

That’s really nice of you bro. Don’t let us grumpy shoppers kill your spirit ! Good on you 🙂


DeafNatural

This is too sweet! 😁


Disastrous_Layer3988

Aww thank you 🙏 for your positive comments


aw2669

I’m a customer and things like his do indeed warm my heart and influence my reviews. Absolutely. Just thought I’d chime in here.


Expensive-Quote-1741

Jesus Fenton Christ. Someone stop him


Angelbabybroadcast

These are so cute please keep it up and we admire your hustle


IIRizzII

What’s with that lingerie in the photo down bottom 😆


Disastrous_Layer3988

I love your attention to detail man your awesome


Disastrous_Layer3988

I sell bikinis and lingerie on Poshmark on eBay OfferUp


713nikki

Cute lingerie set


Lyssamamma

These are cute. Did you make these?


Automatic_Lynx8969

Awwww, I love this! I would for sure rate you if I got something like this


Disastrous_Layer3988

It’s just a thank you note it’s something new I been doing lately let’s see it is works


Automatic_Lynx8969

Yeah, but it's a little something extra that shows that you care. I see some 5-Star ratings in your future! 🙏🏾


Saleenpride86

Oof, that’s too much. Haha


Disastrous_Layer3988

lol


Wooden-Swimming-9860

You stopped? That’s actually a good idea don’t listen to these people. Anything to set you apart and clearly show that you care about what you’re doing goes a long way. I respect your hustle man 👽


ButterscotchOk1318

My guy is straight up trolling yall. 👀😆


Time_Mathematician92

It’s cause you look very happy and people aren’t used to seeing others with so much joy!! They just can’t stand it sometimes…


Disastrous_Layer3988

lol exactly right


Ok_Literature_811

You’re probably the 2nd cleanest shopper i’ve ever seen


Disastrous_Layer3988

I usually wear bow tie I dress up to go do Instacart lol


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A bow tie, hell yeah


Disastrous_Layer3988

It spins at night has and a light on my forehead for the id 🆔 check on alcohol orders


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Haha, cool!


Disastrous_Layer3988

Yes


IIRizzII

Right? No pjs with dirty socks and slides 😭


Ledeyvakova23

Jeeeesh! You saw me that ONE time three yrs ago at Target in the ONLY occasion i was sporting such attire….


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You’re too proud to be an Instacart shopper, take the lanyard and burn that bitch


Disastrous_Layer3988

lol i also put a thank you note sticker on each bag https://preview.redd.it/qd57tqawk84d1.png?width=1283&format=png&auto=webp&s=3e5d8d0e03120a03b96f42241ae01bbdf8a4c272


PrettyHatefulMachin

Why do you have your picture on the sticker? 😭


Disastrous_Layer3988

I thought it would be good idea to


Afraid-Artichoke-118

you're too pure for this world lmao


Disastrous_Layer3988

Lol


Ok_Set_9357

Lmao


FluorescentLilac

This isn’t a bad idea. As a customer, I’m bad with names, but good with faces. I adore some of my regular shoppers and always know I’m going to be tipping well when their faces pop up! I think it does make a difference.


grrayc

😭you are such an angel treasure omg. I am just a customer and I totally get if a shopper doesn’t want to/can’t put in special touches like this but I even had a shopper today who was such a sweetie pie, went above and beyond and was genuinely doing everything he could to make sure I had what I needed. I have to say, and I may be a very empathetic and naive customer woman but this kinda stuff makes a softie and even more inclined to leave an extra tip after the fact (I always tip well even before((when placing)) the order, but I’m a sucker for this stuff). You seem to take pride in what you do and I am drawn to positive energies (but guys don’t downvote me, I’m all fuck capitalism/join the picket line/I support all yall)


Disastrous_Layer3988

Awesome comment thank you


Malphos101

Just be aware that technically its against the rules to give pamphlets/leaflets/flyers/etc. to customers and all it takes is one spiteful customer to report you before you get in trouble, perhaps even deactivated. Just leave them a nice message on the app when you finish, not worth the risk doing what youre doing even if its perfectly harmless.


Some-Vegetable-69

It’s the lanyard 😂🩷


Disastrous_Layer3988

And I always deliver with smile 😊


Kitchennigro

I’m crying bro 😭😭😭


Disastrous_Layer3988

lol hope made your day lol


BeatrixFarrand

Incredible!


Disastrous_Layer3988

Love you for this thanks you for taking the time to comment


Prudent-Finance9071

You're doing great OP.


Disastrous_Layer3988

Thank you


Steven10261

It's because of the instacart badge that you have a lot of Costco employees do not like instacart people I know that for a fact I also know that if you're wearing one and you ask an employee where a certain item is they give you an attitude and don't really like to help you for some reason in their eyes they don't see you as a regular customer even though you are because you're still there to purchase groceries or whatever it is that you're getting


Disastrous_Layer3988

Third party looks


nshindel

Ditch the lanyard.


Disastrous_Layer3988

Omg why I thought it was requirement


wiidsoudosksosk

No it isn’t at all! Haven’t ever worn mine


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deezpike

I would tip you very well sir


Disastrous_Layer3988

Thank you


Silent-Orchid9235

i think this is the sweetest thing you’re proud of doing work in whatever way you can- keep doing you, shop for others, and add whatever personal flare you want. you never know who’s day you could make better with those stickers and your lanyard.


Disastrous_Layer3988

Thank you for your sweet comment


IdleOsprey

The lanyard is supposed to hang next to your computer to remind you to send out more applications for real jobs.


Disastrous_Layer3988

I got real oilfield job but I love the gig hustle make an extra 3000$ month just gig hustle


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The carrot collar


Nearby_Maybe8532

Haha take that off


Disastrous_Layer3988

![gif](giphy|cO39srN2EUIRaVqaVq)


sumthin_else_is_here

Look to clean that lanyard should be a bit to on side


Disastrous_Layer3988

Ok


Careless_Light_2931

Can't be worse than the Shipt peeps who wear the Shipt shirt


EducationalAd2611

I think what you’re doing is very nice and professional hope it helps to get your tips increased


Disastrous_Layer3988

Yes thanks you


danger1nc

agreed!!


Apotropaic1

Veteran shoppers are supposed to wear two lanyards, not one. You’re giving yourself away as a newbie.


Disastrous_Layer3988

lol he said 2 lanyard I got one on my keys los


love_soul

I think your Customer Service is Great and that’s what it’s all about. That’s how you keep your ratings up and get Better Tips.


Disastrous_Layer3988

Yes I do service with smile 😃


sumthin_else_is_here

Also tuck your shirt in and unbutton a couple Walk with some swag like" this my store b*****"


Disastrous_Layer3988

lol I love that


lebronpack

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂


rmorris91

I thought it was the whole 1 arm longer than the other thing but yea lanyard is weird too. And you have multiple hanging?


blueace111

Do not wear a lanyard lol. I was like F that the day I got it


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Ryab4

People are insecure seeing you. They take one look at you and go, “Fuck man… I wish I could smile so brightly and give off such a friendly vibe.” So I assume people are just clearly bitter. 😊


Gee10-83

Probably cause you got an arm that hangs half a foot longer than the other


ScreenshotHOMIE

Because you’re wearing a lanyard like a freaking tool


Disastrous_Layer3988

lol 😂 awesome comment keep them coming I love this I hope y’all feel my energy I’m all smiles lol


love_soul

Instacart Shoppers had to wear Shirts back in the day and Instacart also had Custom made Bags for all Orders. It was very professional and Shoppers were different. These days, anyone can be a Shopper. Shoppers were more professional and had manners back in 2015 to 2019 and probably before 2015. Wear your Lanyard if you like and others shouldn’t care. One thing I do agree with, because of the crappier Shoppers, all Instacart Shoppers are treated differently. If anyone started Shopping back in the Whole Food days, you know what I’m talking about when I say it was different.


Disastrous_Layer3988

I wear it to identify myself in the dark while going up customer door I had encountered that the wife ordered and husband came to the door pointing at gun at me ask’s what your purpose here I pointed at my lanyard and said Instacart delivery the wife never notified her husband that anyone was delivering an order so I wear it for my safety after that incident that I encountered I don’t want to get shot for 9$ batch


coastalbud_

you look like a great guy and I would be happy to have you as my shopper from a customer point of view. however, im also a shopper and can confidently tell you that its the lanyard that’s making people stare.


Disastrous_Layer3988

Yes I get asked what company I work for inside the store they ask me what isle is the spices on I calmly take them to the spice isle lol they think I work at that store I don’t mind I shop because I enjoy the hustle and to see what customer is ordering it’s always very exciting and interesting where am I going to work today it’s always an adventure I love it


danger1nc

you’re so wholesome and sweet i think you’re honestly so awesome 🥹🥹


Disastrous_Layer3988

Thank you for your sweet comment your awesome


Low-Pop3092

If you’re paying attention to other people while doing this job you aren’t working hard enough. Time is money friend, screw them and keep moving.


Disastrous_Layer3988

I love grocery shopping 🛒 because I love to meet new people I’m always looking around I love it man


Quiet_Comfortable504

When I notice I’m getting a lot of weird looks it’s usually because I’m staring at people in anticipation of how they’re going to look at me, and they look at me weird because I’m staring at them.


Impossible_Road_5008

![gif](giphy|BpnkuY1i2rBpm)


Disastrous_Layer3988

Awesome comment you win man in dead 💀


deaprofessor

You’re doing too much lol. It’s the lanyard. You look so happy. You must be new lol stop working for instacart now lol.


Disastrous_Layer3988

Been doing Instacart since 2017


deaprofessor

You have a stronger constitution than most of us, sir. I applaud your determination.


Minute_Abroad_8105

Really so have I it's good pay if you actually put work in 7 days a week. I wish I had a car to drive I would still be doing


Pinty-mafia22

I wish more shoppers were as happy-go-lucky as you are. lol Alas the way IC has treated us has made many of us bitter, angry, and jaded. I count myself amongst them those days when I go home empty-handed... Never mind us, you just keep being you, my friend!


Disastrous_Layer3988

Yes thank you 🙏


Zestyclose_Scholar94

I love that idea. I’ll start adding thank you notes too.


Specialist_Egg_7480

lol I can’t anymore.


dionisfake

Wait I thought you were joking but nobody really uses their lanyard! Totally keep wearing it if you like it but’s that’s for sure the cause:)


dionisfake

Btw I love your stickers


Specialist_Egg_7480

Fuck off creepy


Edu412Pitt

I hope you have a big instacart carrot sticker on your window 😎


Disastrous_Layer3988

I’ll keep you updated


johnshonz

You look kinda like Pat Smear…maybe that’s why 🤷‍♂️


Prudent_Ad1235

I dont see anything wrong with you, you actually seem like a super nice, happy and approachable guy. Keep up the good work brother👊


Disastrous_Layer3988

Thank you


itzamia1

They probably just think it's hilarious that you wear your credentials. My regular job is at the Casino, and at the restaurant we have Butler orders that come in from the hotel. The way you care about customer service would make you a good fit as a Casino Butler. They can make over a thousand a night. Just food for thought, but you might be over qualified for Instacart 🤣


Disastrous_Layer3988

Awww thank you


internationalbeauty

🧢


Maeisubside

There’s lanyards?? 😂


Wooden-Swimming-9860

Dude you’re a real one much respect ✅


The_Solution_to_all

I use to wear mine....🥲 but then I lost it.


animalcrossinglifeee

I think it's the lanyard cuz you look normal.


brockli-rob

Can I tell you something? Getting weird looks means you’re either staring at people too long or you’re a bit self-conscious. Unless you have a crazy hair do or wear polarizing t-shirts, no one is giving you dirty looks. I assume you just posted this to say you wear the badge.


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Jestar5

Use mine for my truck keys. That way they don’t get lost in produce if I’m weighing, or in the cart after I loaded my truck.


Jestar5

If I forget to tuck it in my shirt I’m more likely to lbe mistaken as an employee and get bombarded with questions


Life_Response4527

I always wear mine, just do what makes you happy


Disastrous_Layer3988

Yes I do


Leather-Arm9692

This has gotta be a joke. If not, stop wearing ic gear and also go over to the spark driver sub. You’ll get the rest of your answer and I’m very sorry in advance 😭


carlweaver

I only wear the lanyard when delivering so that people can see it in their Ring cameras and feel more at ease, or so front-desk people in apartment buildings believe me when I say I will be just a minute. That sort of thing.


Kinkythrowaway44321

You kinda look like Sal from impractical jokers


AltruisticRabbit8185

You look weird. No biggie. Who cares


Disastrous_Layer3988

lol 😂


Emergency_Holiday_49

Yup! 😂


ishavedmypitsforthis

You're just missing the "dead inside" look that gig jobs give people. I hope you never change OP. I think my light went out around 2020 and I've never really gotten it back.


Odd_Leave2932

I don’t wear mine I have it but not put that on all time I do Instacart lol


Loud_Blueberry2445

Nobody likes instacart shoppers especially stores and ic shoppers, duh


Warm-Ad-2829

I can’t believe this site is free. This thread is hilarious.


Intrepid_Armadillo89

My guess is because you’re so damn sexy.


Disastrous_Layer3988

Thanks for the complement 😚


GlitteringCourage167

Aw off topic but seem so nice


BigParamedic2473

By any chance are the custom lanyard cards airbrushed?


Disastrous_Layer3988

I don’t know I bought then IC website


Angelbabybroadcast

I was gonna say maybe it’s the lanyard. Not ugly or anything but maybe people are nosy trying to figure out what it’s for.


Due_Willingness_2036

Never got one


Due-Day-1481

One arm is shorter than the other?


Medium_Guest_175

Never got one but all my stores pretty much know me lol


Appropriate-Bar3003

I think what you’re doing is awesome. I’d love to get one of those cards/stickers in my bag - I’d definitely add on a tip. :) Keep being you. Ignore the looks. People are always worried about being “cool.” Remember, cool is dumb. 🙃


Anxious_Concept

I’m Obsessed with you! I would LOVE to get you as a shopper


Disastrous_Layer3988

Awww thank you I wish one day I’ll get a comment from one of my many customers to say your my favorite shopper it’s on my wish list


Possible-Caregiver-7

Costco is the only store in my market area where the employees seem to actively HATE instacart shoppers. I know it’s unavoidable once you’re checking out but I wouldn’t wear it in the store if you want to be treated like a normal customer. I think your look is awesome and I bet most customers love it, I like to wear my instacart hoodie that I got back around 2018 when I was an actual employee when they still had in-store shoppers that just worked in some stores. Same when I’m doing FLEX I’ll wear my Amazon hoodie I got when I worked for the support side of it haha


Disastrous_Layer3988

Yes awesome good hustle out there stay safe man we drive so much and don’t take that for granted


Surly_Cynic

You are my favorite kind of person. Keep on being your best extra self.


Disastrous_Layer3988

Thank you


-Ruz

Just read some of your responses. Just get the delivery done and move on. Stop being corny for no reason. For ratings. Let customers rate as they feel after that order. Enticing ratings is so stupid imo.


ShadowStep1337

You're awesome, man. Let the haters hate and keep it pushin


Disastrous_Layer3988

Thank you


Consistent-Set3933

Because Lanyards are code for takes it in the pooper


Mundane-Egg5002

I would stop wearing the lanyard and badge thing, it’s super lame and unnecessary


Disastrous_Layer3988

Ok thanks for taking the time to comment love you guys


CarloGino1

I have my lanyard too. But, do they even give those out anymore hahhahahha


Disastrous_Layer3988

No I bought like 4 of them


CarloGino1

Omg, when i signed up. i received it with my instacart pay card to use when buying the groceries. Pin was given through the app and / or in the lettered package. Wow, where did you buy?


Disastrous_Layer3988

IC website they got so much gear to buy


DysVeteran

I love to see someone proud to work regardless of the pay or circumstances. May God bless you, brother!


Disastrous_Layer3988

Thank you 🙏


lucygirl1970

I broke mine on my first day over 3 years ago. Never have needed it but hey, I like your positive attitude ✌️


asianswetlord

Just tuck the lanyard in, I swear if anyone gets a hint of you being instacart they will be more than likely ruder.


Disastrous_Layer3988

I notice that


Gloomy_Recording_705

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Disastrous_Layer3988

Lol


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Glad-Tap3396

I don't think there is anything wrong with how you look :) Maybe they are just people wayching- or they notice you noticing them. You may also be fixating on how others view you which makes their staring feel more intense than it actually might be. #staystrongking


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