Brenden Warn
Gig economy expert, former delivery driver, and the founder of ShiftTracker — the earnings and mileage tracker built from thousands of real shifts.
Brenden spent over five years working across Uber, DoorDash, Instacart, and Lime. During that time he completed more than 35,000 tasks, logged tens of thousands of miles, and learned firsthand how difficult it is to understand your true earnings as an independent contractor.
That frustration led him to build ShiftTracker — a purpose-built analytics platform that gives gig workers the same financial clarity that traditional employees take for granted. Every feature in the app was born from a real problem Brenden encountered while driving.
Today, Brenden writes in-depth guides on gig economy strategy, tax deductions for drivers, and multi-platform optimization. His articles have been read by over 10,000 independent workers looking to earn more while working smarter.
Expertise Areas
Multi-Platform Strategy
Optimizing earnings across DoorDash, Uber, Instacart, and Lime simultaneously.
Mileage & Tax Deductions
IRS-compliant mileage tracking and maximizing deductions for self-employed drivers.
Earnings Analytics
Using data-driven insights to identify the most profitable shifts, zones, and times.
Gig Worker Burnout
Sustainable scheduling strategies that prevent burnout while maintaining income targets.
Product Development
Building software tools informed by thousands of hours of real gig work experience.
Content & Education
Creating actionable guides and resources for the independent worker community.
Credentials
Gig Economy Track Record
- 5+ years of active gig work across four major platforms
- 35,000+ completed tasks
- Multi-platform driver: Uber, DoorDash, Instacart, Lime
- Self-taught software developer and product designer
- Published 50+ articles on gig economy topics
By the Numbers
Work directly with Brenden
For gig drivers who want personalized feedback on their specific market, setup, and earnings strategy. 60-minute 1-on-1 call plus a custom 2-3 page action plan delivered within 48 hours.
- Task map and market analysis
- Battery swap vs. move task strategy
- Setup and equipment recommendations
- Custom 2-3 page written action plan
Also available
Operator Manual — $30
A 30-day route planning field guide for new Lime LPs, Juicers, and micromobility subcontractors. Includes a $30 credit toward the 1-on-1 audit above.
Browse the manual →Connect with Brenden
Have a question about gig economy strategy or ShiftTracker? Reach out directly.
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