Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Previewing Today’s Episode with Cruz (0:12)
• Come See Us at MATS (3:02)
• Cruz’s Background and Journey in Trucking (7:33)
• Becoming an Owner Operator (12:09)
• Purchasing a New Truck (13:40)
• Cruz's Girlfriend: Professional Boxer (16:11)
• Experience with Dump Trailers (17:31)
• Reasons for Staying in Trucking (18:44)
• Adjusting to a New Truck (20:24)
• Future Aspirations in Trucking (23:45)
• Advice for Aspiring Owner Operators (24:33)
• Building Relationships in Trucking (27:23)
• Final Thoughts and Takeaways (29:01)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website:  podcast.bruceoakley.com.