Category: Truck Driving Articles

Owning Your Position

Posted on December 2, 2010 by Bruce

In a workshop presentation the other day with a company of professional drivers I spoke about ownership of their position. Many gave me the blank look until I explained why it was so important. This applies to everyone whether you own a business, are… Continue Reading “Owning Your Position”

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Complacency Kills

Posted on November 25, 2010 by Bruce

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Complacency is the number 1 killer in North America! Oh they say it is heart disease and cancer, but in my experience I hear more people complaining about their jobs and positions, but not doing anything about it. If your not happy where you are then the… Continue Reading “Complacency Kills”

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Do you know your customer service level?

Posted on October 28, 2010 by Bruce

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Have you ever tried to figure out your customer service percentage? To do this evaluate your customer base and break them into an even number such as 10, 100, etc. Out of those clients how many were unsatisfied with your service or product? If… Continue Reading “Do you know your customer service level?”

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Earn Your Respect

Posted on October 21, 2010 by Bruce

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For those of us in business, or drivers in the transportation market we are always looking for ways to gain respect from our coworkers, customers, and collegues. I have seen many people over the years try moves like sucking up to people, offering discount rates… Continue Reading “Earn Your Respect”

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The Professional Driver

Posted on October 7, 2010 by Bruce

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As November quickly creeps upon us the transportation industry is frantically trying to get up to speed on CSA 2010 which is set to launch next month. Many say there will be vast amounts of drivers put out of work due to unsafe habits.… Continue Reading “The Professional Driver”