You are likely aware that driver fatigue is caused by sleep deprivation and exhaustion… but did you know there are other causes too? Here are a few lesser-known causes of driver fatigue and how to avoid them: 1. Over Caffeination Causes Driver Fatigue You’re probably thinking, “What? My coffee is keeping me alive. I… Read more »
To help relieve just a little bit of the pain you feel while parking, we’ve compiled a few trucker parking hacks to find parking easier and faster. Trucker Parking Hack #1: Use an App Trucker parking apps may just be the very best way you can save on time, money and sanity for OTR… Read more »
Whether you’ve spent most of your life with a pedal underfoot or if your CDL is hot-off the press, most truckers can agree: Trucking can be tough. There is good news though: Whether you’ve got to sell your truck out of necessity or out of expansion, there are several tricks to separate your rig from… Read more »
As rookie owner-operators flock to the market to fill the demand gap, many have been caught off-guard. How do you protect your small business? Because of a slight dip in consumer demand, capacity is loosening up. Less freight means fewer opportunities for carriers, shifting the pricing power to shippers. Naturally, contract rates rise as carriers seek… Read more »
In every industry, in almost every company, and wherever a transaction can be discovered, there are sales. Careers in sales can be thrilling, autonomous, and fulfilling. There’s a reason it’s one of the most popular jobs on the planet: in sales, anyone can find success! Of course, the success of a salesperson is primarily the… Read more »
In the growing marketplace of bad news, inflation is an especially hot commodity in the trucking industry. Wherever inflation is discussed in trends for carriers, it’s usually married up with prophecies of demise, fire, and the robot truck takeover. But as headlines undercut the trucking world, it’s important to ask this crucial question: How bad… Read more »
We find beauty in honesty. Think of it: The art that has captivated generations are those pieces that have shocked, moved, and even changed us. Such works cut through cordiality with their candor. There are some people that live their lives in like manner. Offering a rare genuineness bred by experience, these people unite and… Read more »
It’s confirmed: According to a recent, front page article from Transport Topics, carrier-broker relationships are more important than ever. To combat the unique challenges of our present market, here’s a few things to look to help you find a broker: 1. Find a broker with a suite of lanes, preferably in essential services. When… Read more »
When describing ambition, we often refer to someone as “on fire” or a “flame.” If you’re looking to inspire, you need only “stoke the fire” or “ignite passion.” But why? Why is fire such a helpful comparison when describing ambition? Take Edgar, for example. Like an inviting campfire, Edgar’s leadership has brought his team together…. Read more »
It’s official: Regarding hurricane season 2022, the NOAA suspects that a storm’s coming. With an anticipated 14-21 named storms, 6-10 hurricanes, 3-6 major hurricanes and a 65% chance of above-average conditions, you can expect to have a few of your routes get rained on this year. To prevent an inconvenient or even dangerous situation, we’ve… Read more »
