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Prior to becoming the CEO of Taskrabbit three years ago, Ania Smith worked in pivotal roles at Uber, Airbnb, Walmart and Expedia. But one of the most formative experiences in preparing her for her current CEO role, she says, was a \u201cgap year\u201d she took with her family in Buenos Aires in 2018\u2014a time when \u201cmy husband and I were both at the height of our careers.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Having come to the U.S. as the child of Eastern European immigrants, Smith understood how navigating a new culture can reinforce family bonds. She also wanted a shared adventure and time to reflect on next stops. Along with achieving those goals, Smith said the experience \u201cgave me more confidence as well, which then led to bigger roles and bigger opportunities.\u201d<\/p>\n

Taskrabbit, which was acquired by IKEA in 2017, has made its name largely as a platform in which anyone can offer their services for a fee. While that\u2019s democratized tasks such as moving, cleaning and general handiwork, it also creates challenges around comparing vendors or making sure someone has the skills to get the job done. (The company\u2019s \u201cHappiness Pledge\u201d will reimburse up to $10,000 for eligible claims if something goes wrong.)<\/p>\n

While professional experts do use the platform, Smith embraces the zeal of amateur \u2018taskers\u2019 who will go on YouTube to learn how to mount a TV and develop expertise through sheer willpower. With taskers earning an average rate of $46 per hour, according to Smith, \u201cit\u2019s an opportunity for people to be able to earn a meaningful income.\u201d<\/p>\n

As with any supplier of talent, the challenge is matching supply with demand, which can vary widely from market to market. If users can\u2019t find a service they want at a price they\u2019re willing to pay, they won\u2019t use the platform. Ditto for workers, many of whom have seen their wages rise amid tight labor conditions, making at least some less inclined to unclog someone\u2019s toilet as a side hustle. And, of course, there\u2019s the competition.<\/p>\n

Click on the video to hear more from Smith about how she\u2019s leading the business and where she sees both challenges and growth.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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