Struggling with turnover or drivers ghosting after orientation? You're not alone. In this episode of Attention Retention, host Jacquelyn McManus sits down with Rodney Eaves, Director of Recruiting at Baggett Transportation, to talk about the art—and necessity—of building lasting driver relationships. From his early career in logistics to leading a recruiting team today, Rodney shares practical insights that go way beyond job postings.

 

Key insights you'll hear in this episode:

• Why active listening is a recruiter's secret weapon for matching drivers to the right role.
• How Baggett's Day-1 "expectation sheet" bridges recruiting and dispatch to prevent turnover.
• Rodney's 30-60-90 day follow-up system that keeps drivers engaged long after orientation.
• The little things that make a big impact—like lunch during orientation and personal recognition.

 

Whether you're a recruiter, a trucking exec, or a driver yourself, this conversation is packed with strategies to strengthen connections and keep your fleet rolling.

 

Drivers – Ready to work for Baggett Transportation? Apply now: https://www.baggetttransport.com/

 

Fleet Leaders – Want to cut recruiting costs and improve retention? Get your free recruiting audit: https://recruit.kjtransmedia.com/free-competitor-analysis

 

Learn more: https://www.kjtransmedia.com

 

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