🤝 Professional Tips for Delivery Drivers:
Talking to Business Owners, Restaurant Managers, and Customers
Whether you're planting the seed for a partnership, asking for sponsorship, or sharing info about donations, your voice matters. Here's how to approach it the right way.
🍽️ Talking to Restaurant Owners & Managers
Goal: Introduce the idea of partnering or sponsoring your nonprofit (Delivery Support Network, Inc.) and driver program (All Stars Delivery LLC)
⭐ You can earn credit & extra perks by acquiring business sponsorships, and donations. You'll receive more details after completion of this course.
✅ Be Polite, Clear, and Quick
⭐ Timing is everything – avoid peak hours (lunch/dinner rush).
⭐ Ask for a manager or owner politely. Example:
"Hi, I'm one of the drivers working with the All Stars Delivery team. We're building a program to help drivers deliver food safely and professionally. I'd love to share how your business can get involved or sponsor us."
✅ Focus on What's In It for Them
⭐ Exposure to the community
⭐ People like doing business with companies that support their neighborhood.
⭐ Supporting safe, high-quality delivery of their food
✅ Keep It Short & Leave Something Behind
⭐ Have a flyer, card, or QR code ready. Example:
"I don't want to interrupt your day — here's some info if you'd like to look later. We'd be honored to work with your business."
🧾 Talking to Customers About Feedback & Donations
⭐ Goal: Get valuable feedback or spark interest in supporting your nonprofit
✅ Don't Ask for Money Directly During Delivery
⭐ Focus on awareness, not pressure. Example:
"Thanks for your order! If you ever want to support better delivery in our area, check out our nonprofit Delivery Support Network, Inc. - It helps get more drivers the tools they need to keep your food hot and safe."
✅ Invite Feedback or Reviews Politely
⭐ "If you had a good experience, an "All Stars" rating or kind comment helps a lot!"
⭐ "Feel free to leave feedback — I'm always working to improve."
✅ Use a QR Code or Link to Make It Easy
⭐ Add a small card with a donation link or nonprofit QR code to your deliveries.
⭐ Include a message like:
"Want to support safer deliveries in your area? Learn more here — even small donations make a big difference!"
💡 Talking Points Cheat Sheet
These quick lines help drivers feel confident in any setting:
⭐ To Business Owner "We're creating partnerships with local businesses that care about safe delivery. Can I leave you some info?"
⭐ To Restaurant Manager "We're looking for sponsors to help supply drivers with insulated bags and tools to better serve you and your customers."
⭐ To Customer (Drop-Off) "If you care about safe delivery, check out our nonprofit Delivery Support Network, Inc. - It helps support local drivers like me."
⭐ To Anyone Asking Questions "We're building a better delivery experience — one partnership at a time. I'd love to tell you more."
🧊 Final Reminders for Drivers:
Keep conversations short, friendly, and respectful. Don't pressure anyone — just inform and inspire. Smile, make eye contact, and be confident — you're representing something meaningful!