Tag: professional drivers

Fueling Your Passion

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Bruce

Do you ever get in a rut and the days just seem to go by? Some people don’t even realize they are in the rut, they just go about their business not thinking about tomorrow. What about the guys who get to the end… Continue Reading “Fueling Your Passion”

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Staying Alert Begins on the Inside

Posted on April 12, 2012 by Bruce

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Driving for a living as a professional driver can be both very boring and very exciting at the same time. The rumble of the big truck, sitting high above the traffic can be a great feeling as you roll down the road. One of… Continue Reading “Staying Alert Begins on the Inside”

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Do You Understand Your Company Income Statement?

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Bruce

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It totally amazes me how many Owner Operators get their income statements from the company and either believe it is true without challenging it or even worse don’t review it to make sure it is correct. This happens too often and the reason is… Continue Reading “Do You Understand Your Company Income Statement?”

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At What Time Do You Ask for Help?

Posted on November 2, 2011 by Bruce

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We are men, raw raw!!!! Sometimes we are too proud to ask for help, for those of you that are married you probably hear this all too often. “Why didn’t you stop and ask for directions, why didn’t you ask the sales clerk?”You know… Continue Reading “At What Time Do You Ask for Help?”

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Securing a Job by Being the Boss

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Bruce

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In my talks with many owner operators and potential candidates I come across many that want to be in the trucking industry, but don’t believe they can take the larger step to the path of Owner Operator. The reason for this is that many… Continue Reading “Securing a Job by Being the Boss”