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A teacher from Kentucky started his class in a single high school. Now at 55 across the country, Dave Dein is striving for more.

From the classroom to the national spotlight, Dein (co-founder of the Next Generation in Trucking Association) has shifted the trucking industry’s reputation and inspired thousands to view trucking as an opportunity.

Dave shares Next Gen Trucking’s education, growth, and diversity goals on the latest episode of Drive.

When it comes to building wealth there are lots of options out there—and we believe it’s important for you to know all of the options so you can make the best financial decisions for you and your family. That’s why on this episode, we’re demystifying one of the most buzzworthy investing options of our time: cryptocurrency.

Josh Rhodes is a 7-figure CEO and crypto coach, and the founder of Crypto Y'all—a coaching service to help people level up their investment game, especially in cryptocurrency. Tune in as Zac sits down to discuss the misconceptions and opportunities in crypto in today’s modern economy with Josh.

Road Pro Family of Brands creates numerous products that help drivers stay safe and comfortable. But for Kim McDonnell, it goes beyond products–it’s all about creating an impact in the trucking community. In addition to working for RoadPro, Kim is an advocate for many nonprofits associated with the trucking industry. So listen in as Zac and Kim discuss all things, from comfort on the road to safety to inclusion.

The trucking industry is made up of people behind the wheel and others behind desks. And sometimes this relationship can be rocky. In this episode, Cody Thacker, Director of Contract Relationships at ReedTMS Logistics, breaks down the importance of the relationship between the contractor and the driver, and how technology is changing the trucking industry for the better.

Feelings of missing life at home are what brought couple Melissa Cheshire and Vincent Louque on the road together. Not only are they a trucking couple, but they are also vloggers with a successful YouTube channel where they document their journey together on the road and share some of their tips on expedited driving.

In this episode, we talk to Melissa and Vincent about connecting with the trucking community and their YouTube followers, how they stay connected to their family at home, and how to lean into creativity while on a haul.

There are some incredible people doing incredible things within our trucking community. In this very special bonus episode, we wanted to feature a worthy cause that is impacting our community and thousands of others.

The Make-A-Wish Mother’s Day Convoy is an event that draws in 500+ Big Rigs and thousands of spectators—all to support the meaningful mission of the Make-A-Wish foundation.

In this episode, we’re hearing from this year’s convoy chairperson Terry Finch on the inspiring story behind the event and how you can get involved—virtually or in person.

You can register and begin fundraising, either as a participating truck driver or as a fundraising fan.

You can donate to the event or to support one of the fundraising drivers or fans. You can bid on an auction item when the auction opens in May. You can plan to join us on Mother's Day either along the route or at the Convoy Carnival at the Manheim, Pennsylvania Auto Auction.

The trucking industry is facing a hiring crisis–there’s no way around it. The driver shortage is making national news and calling for new federal initiatives. But, guess what? We’re not the only industry facing tough times with hiring and retention right now. The service industry as a whole is right there with us.

That’s why on this episode, Zac is joined by Tersh Blissett and Josh Crouch–hosts of the Service Business Mastery podcast, which helps home service industry business owners and managers succeed in business. Josh, Tersh, and Zac chat about their perspectives coming from different blue collar industries, how service-based companies can start to focus on hiring well (instead of just getting “butts in seats”), and how to retain employees with benefits that matter to them.

To listen to the Service Business Mastery podcast, click here.

Compelling Quotes:

• [7:17] So getting into the people business, really understanding what people need Is not necessarily what the general population has done for 30 years, just because that's the way we've done it. Taking a step back and looking at–this is what people need today.
• [10:16] You're pushed towards, ‘let's go to college and have a professional degree’. And then the individuals who aren’t, then they assume ‘okay, well, you can't do this, so let's do this (service-based job)’. And that's not the case. I mean, in reality, there are some people who are very, very intelligent that are in the trades.
• [17:54] Hiring is marketing and marketing is hiring. Always be marketing towards the hiring.
• [24:14] If you don't have the right management structure in place and the managers don't care about their employees, they’re just a number.
• [29:19] It's not all about profits. It has to be people first. And if it's not people. I said, these other things are going to come and it's going to wipe it all out. And you're not going to have the same business model you do now. 

What are your professional goals? How about your personal ones? Are you taking steps to achieving them or are you making excuses as to why their not attainable?

In this episode, Craig P. Anderson, President and founder of Clear Path Coaching and Consulting, joins us to offer some expert advice on not just setting goals, but reaching them as well. It will take some effort on your part but if you’re willing to dig deep and understand what’s holding you back, then you’ll be able to overcome those roadblocks and begin making positive changes. As you listen, you’ll pick up tips and tricks for your personal and professional development.

After working with truckers in a physical therapy clinic and seeing the toll a lifetime behind the wheel can take on a body, Dr. Mark Manera was inspired to found The Trucking Fitness Company. 

In this episode of Drive, Mark and Zac discuss the small changes drivers can make to their diets and routines that will have a huge impact on their health. Mark says consistency is the name of the game which is why he’s not looking to get you to go from 0 to 60. Instead, Mark is advocating for drivers to make sustainable choices, like switching to zero calorie drinks and stocking your truck with nutritious snacks. 

Are you ready to prioritize your health? Listen in to hear where to start.