In Sheena's Team Member Spotlight she says "If you don't celebrate even the little things, you don’t get the rewards."

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Change is the avenue of every good thing. Though it can be tempting to imagine that stagnation is a neutral state, most people feel discontent when their lives aren’t moving forward. They fear the discomfort of change but feel uncomfortable when not moving at all. Sheena seems to understand the solution to this supposed paradox…. Read more »

When the challenges of trucking are intensified by some of the toughest hauls, you can make big profits… and big accidents!

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It’s no secret—trucking can be tough. Long hours, strict deadlines, and time away from home can make it difficult for some to stay driven. Trucking isn’t one-dimensional though. In an industry that moves anything from milk to mansions, there is a huge spectrum of difficulty for haulers. With the appeal of higher pay for more… Read more »

From shoppers to shippers, the holiday season is hectic for everyone. It can be challenging for temperature-controlled shipping to keep up.

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From shoppers to shippers, the holiday season can be hectic for everyone. It can be especially challenging for temperature-controlled shipping to stay on top of the rush. Here are a few reasons the holiday season is so complex and what you can do to be prepared.   Temperature-Controlled Shipping Demand Seasonally popular items like cranberries… Read more »

If you’re feeling the desire to put your shoulder to the wheel, here are a few ways you can help with the relief efforts for Hurricane Ian.

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In terms of hurricanes, Ian was nearly as bad as it gets. Just 2 MPH (3.2 KPH) short of a category 5 hurricane, Hurricane Ian was the deadliest storm in the United States since 1935. Ian recently tore through Florida and regions of the southeastern United States and Cuba, leaving carnage in its wake. TV,… Read more »

The holiday shipping season is quickly approaching, now is the time to prepare, and everyone has an opinion on how it will go.

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The holiday shipping season is quickly approaching, and everyone has an opinion on how it will go. A survey done by DC Velocity found that 51% of industry professionals think this year will be more chaotic than last year. However, 26% believe it will be less chaotic, and 22% think it will be about the… Read more »

Considerthesebestthingstohaveinyoursemi truckthenexttimeyouheadout;youjustmightbegladyoudid.

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Do you ever get the feeling you’ve forgotten something, but you aren’t sure what it is? That kind of feeling can bother you all day especially when you won’t be home for a while. Getting prepared to head out on the road is important and packing all the essentials is necessary to have a good… Read more »

Every company will approach peak season a bit differently, but here are some key tips that will help lead you towards success.

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A major key to a successful holiday season for your business is to craft an informed product strategy. Your company must establish an approach geared toward an evolving transportation market. This means being able to gather the facts, assemble a plan, and be willing to adjust and adapt. Every company will approach peak season a… Read more »

team member spotlight

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Life can be difficult. If there’s luck to be had, many assume theirs to be of the bad variety. So how do people like Lisa seem to create happiness out of thin air? They’ll be the first to tell you that it’s not their situation—these go-lucky folks share the same circumstances of both the victim… Read more »

skimming and shimming

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With fuel prices continuing to make headlines, scammers are pioneering new ways to pick your pockets at the pump. Here’s how.   What are Skimming and Shimming? By planting a special device on a fuel pump terminal, thieves can collect credit card information. Skimming refers to the collection of information via a swipe terminal and… Read more »

tips to be mentally healthy

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There is a growing concern about mental health across the globe, but its effects can be felt in our communities. For some, mental hygiene concerns have become real, tangible challenges within our social circles and families. One of the key contributors to good mental health is a personal commitment to mental hygiene. Mental hygiene can… Read more »