Brad Young 10 Rules

THE 10 RULES

1. Effectively communicate with others.

2. Be understanding and have empathy for others.

3. Be adaptable and prepared to face any situation.

4. Seek to find the value of all relationships.

5. Take care of yourself: mentally and physically and keep moving forward.

6. Plan carefully: Logistics and life are incredibly complex and require extensive planning.

7. Make decisions, be accountable, and hold others accountable.

8. Operate with a Sense of urgency, do not be in a hurry.

9. Always follow up and know where things are in your life because if you do not know, no one else does.

10. Set Goals and Measure.

The Characters of the Story

The Characters of the book names have been changed slightly to protect their identity. There are some characters put in for pure fun, and they know who they are.

David Park- The person that inspires you to change your paradigm.

Dynamite Don- The mentally unstable hard worker that teaches the author about being adaptable.

Silent Randy- The hard-working and loyal employee with communication difficulties that shows you cannot judge a book by its cover.

Meth Addict Kenny- The drug addict that is a walking stereotype for all the wrong reasons.

Joe Gizz - The person that proves first impressions can be wrong and that you never know what to expect in life.

Sheduld Big Coat - The person that is what they appear to be, a complete lunatic- an odd character that shows that stereotypes are there for a reason.

Buffalo Lou- The person that reminds you of Buffalo Bob for the wrong reasons.

Hick Nutchinson and Angie- An odd couple that shows first impressions are not always accurate and that the Jerry Springer Show is not that far off sometimes.

Hour Violator Opie- An example of the horrific costs of not knowing the difference between a sense of urgency versus being in a hurry.

The Vacation Kid-A character shows the importance of keeping up with your drivers and effective communication.

The New Jersey Express-The character that shows if you are in a hurry constantly there is a price to pay.

David Rector- An uncommon person of longevity for all the wrong reasons.

Kyle Mhoor- The person you think is great and ends up not being what you expected.

Little Bart- A wise man that was the author's first manager in transportation.

Big Mouth Joey- Typical big-mouth person of little action.

Murph-The excellent employee that you can always count on but must earn his respect.

James Homebody- The guy that wants to be a homebody until he finds out what is really at home.

We look at more lessons from the Characters of the Story. We look at Dave Rector and Shedanld Big Coat.

THE 10 RULES

1. Effectively communicate with others.

2. Be understanding and have empathy for others.

3. Be adaptable and prepared to face any situation.

4. Seek to find the value of all relationships.

5. Take care of yourself: mentally and physically and keep moving forward.

6. Plan carefully: Logistics and life are incredibly complex and require extensive planning.

7. Make decisions, be accountable, and hold others accountable.

8. Operate with a Sense of urgency, do not be in a hurry.

9. Always follow up and know where things are in your life because if you do not know, no one else does.

10. Set Goals and Measure.

The Characters of the Story

The Characters of the book names have been changed slightly to protect their identity. There are some characters put in for pure fun, and they know who they are.

David Park- The person that inspires you to change your paradigm.

Dynamite Don- The mentally unstable hard worker that teaches the author about being adaptable.

Silent Randy- The hard-working and loyal employee with communication difficulties that shows you cannot judge a book by its cover.

Meth Addict Kenny- The drug addict that is a walking stereotype for all the wrong reasons.

Joe Gizz - The person that proves first impressions can be wrong and that you never know what to expect in life.

Sheduld Big Coat - The person that is what they appear to be, a complete lunatic- an odd character that shows that stereotypes are there for a reason.

Buffalo Lou- The person that reminds you of Buffalo Bob for the wrong reasons.

Hick Nutchinson and Angie- An odd couple that shows first impressions are not always accurate and that the Jerry Springer Show is not that far off sometimes.

Hour Violator Opie- An example of the horrific costs of not knowing the difference between a sense of urgency versus being in a hurry.

The Vacation Kid-A character shows the importance of keeping up with your drivers and effective communication.

The New Jersey Express-The character that shows if you are in a hurry constantly there is a price to pay.

David Rector- An uncommon person of longevity for all the wrong reasons.

Kyle Mhoor- The person you think is great and ends up not being what you expected.

Little Bart- A wise man that was the author's first manager in transportation.

Big Mouth Joey- Typical big-mouth person of little action.

Murph-The excellent employee that you can always count on but must earn his respect.

James Homebody- The guy that wants to be a homebody until he finds out what is really at home.

We look at how the characters of the book align with the 10 Rules in multiple ways and how you can apply them.

We look at how to apply the 10 Rules to everyday life and improve ourselves daily

We look at practical examples of how to apply the stories in everyday life and I tell the story the Tijuana Donkey Show Experience.

What does it take to be a GREAT driver? It's more than just following the rules of the road. It's about mastering the characteristics that set exceptional drivers apart—traits we sometimes forget but can always strive to embody. Let's reflect on these qualities together and discover how we can all become better, more mindful drivers. The road is a shared experience, and the power to improve it lies in each of us. Are you ready to take the wheel and step up your game? Let's drive with purpose and make every journey count!

Rule 10 Set Goals and Measure Episode 3 of 3.

Part 2 of 3 on setting goals and measuring in transportation and in life.

In this episode, we continue our exploration of Brad Young's 10 Rules for success with Rule #9: Always Follow Up. Joined by special guests Shedland Big Coat and The Vacation Kid, the conversation dives into why following up is crucial for building strong connections and achieving long-term goals. Shedland shares his strategies for staying persistent without being overbearing, while The Vacation Kid gives hilarious anecdotes about the times he forgot to follow up, leading to some unexpected consequences. Tune in for practical advice, relatable stories, and a few laughs as we uncover the power of the follow-up!