Get a Load of This

By Cameron Pechia, Ryan Young, Thomas Comstock

A listening experience, with a load of trucker talk. Designed to keep truckers informed, and entertained, while they support the country, one trip at a time.... more

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November 15, 2024Throwback: Taking Your Freight Brokerage to the Next Level with Coaching
In this throwback episode of Get a Load of This podcast, we talk to Benjamin Kowalski from Freight360. We talk about how to scale your freight brokerage business to superior levels and how training and mentoring through Freight360 can get you there faster. Ben is an expert in his field and is dropping MAJOR GEMS. Pay attention!

Episode Highlights:
Benjamin discusses the start of the Freight360 podcast and how it evolved into an educational platform with one-on-one and group coaching programs. (4:17)
Benjamin mentions that if he had a CB Handle, it would be the first thing that came to his mind. (8:45)
Benjamin discusses what he is seeing on the brokerage side given the current condition of the market and what he is advising his brokers to be looking at, especially in relation to the spot market and the contract market. (10:08)
Benjamin shares his thoughts on cargo thefts and double brokering. (19:39)
Benjamin mentions that when he works directly with brokerages on the coaching side, he digs into where their consumers need to go and the value as well as the risk of the commodity. (28:48)
Benjamin discusses coaching three insurance agency owners in the consumer retail industry. (29:45)
Benjamin explains that the first two hours he spends with every client are spent learning as much as he can about how they got to where they are now. (34:09)
Benjamin explains that if you truly want more time, you must first delegate, which can be difficult to do when someone has achieved success because usually they do everything alone. (37:41)
Benjamin explains that the qualities he looks for in a client is someone who is not currently satisfied with their situation or who is satisfied but wants to grow, and who is prepared to do whatever it takes to get there. (45:32)
Benjamin mentions that they are already in discussions about developing a second edition of their course tailored to trucking companies, particularly smaller owner-operators because they face many of the same difficulties. (48:24)
Benjamin believes that greatness is defined by doing the tough thing every day, even when you don't feel like it. (49:50)
Key Quotes:
“The first two hours I spend with any client is mostly understanding as much as I can of how they arrived at where they're at right now. And I'll go back to even high school, college adolescent sports because I'm really big on analogies and using other situations to point out that oftentimes people have they actually have the answer to their own problem.” - Benjamin Kowalski
“The biggest thing people struggle with is giving things to another person knowing they could do it better, and knowing the person they're training is going to make mistakes.” - Benjamin Kowalski
“If you really want more time or need more time, you first have to get the things off your plate. And that is a very difficult thing to do when somebody has become successful because they do everything themselves.” - Benjamin Kowalski
Resources Mentioned:
Benjamin Kowalski LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminkowalski/
Freight360: http://www.freight360.net/
Cameron Pechia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameron-pechia-49903072/
Ryan Young: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanyoung1986/
Valley Trucking Insurance: https://www.valleytruckinginsurance.com/
...more
58min
November 01, 2024Throwback: Derrick Williams - The Trucking Entrepreneurs Podcast
Join us for a candid conversation with Derrick Williams founder of The Trucking Entrepreneurs Podcast. In this episode of Get a Load of This podcast, we discuss his podcast TheTruckingEntrepreneursPodcast.com website and how it connects and empowers business owners in the logistics industry.

Episode Highlights:
Derrick shares how he got started in the trucking industry. (3:31)
Derrick explains that the guests that he invites to The Trucking Entrepreneurs Podcast all share a passion for what they do and a desire to serve others. (9:17)
Derrick mentions that he has a heart for the underdog and that the The Trucking Entrepreneurs Podcast is meant to be a platform for business owners to showcase what they can offer in terms of products and services. (13:02)
Derrick shares that he is planning to attend different events this year and be able to reach and help bring publicity to more small businesses. (16:00)
Derrick mentions the benefits of MyTrucker Pro. (21:32)
Derrick explains that most of the essential jobs in the trucking industry are the most underpaid and underappreciated jobs. (24:25)
Derrick shares that his core reason for having the drive to do what he does is service and helping others. (32:52)
Derrick shares who he is hoping to invite onto his podcast in the near future. (38:57)
Derrick explains that MyTrucker Pro is a community platform for professionals from the trucking industry. (43:41)
Key Quotes:
"Hopefully, I continue to grow and just shine a light on everyone…I have a heart for the underdog. And what I mean by that is, smaller businesses that are just starting up and trying to find a way." - Derrick Williams
"Most of the time, most of the essential jobs or careers out here are the most underpaid, underappreciated jobs or careers we have, unfortunately." - Derrick Williams
"Some people that may leave a professional career that maybe they're making six figures…And then to go from that, to venture to start a small business, where you don't know where that's going to go, if it's going to go anywhere. To me, I love hearing stories like that." - Derrick Williams
Resources Mentioned:
Derrick Williams LinkedIn
The Trucking Entrepreneurs Podcast
Cameron Pechia
Thomas Comstock
Ryan Young
Valley Trucking Insurance
...more
52min
October 18, 2024Throwback: Changing the World - Empowering Women in the Trucking Industry
In this throwback episode of Get a Load of This podcast, Cameron Pechia, and Ryan Young chat with Ellen Voie, Founder and CEO of the Women In Trucking Association. Ellen has made it her life's mission to promote the employment of women in the trucking industry and she is making leaps and bounds toward a more equal world and workforce for women.

Ellen's commitment to equalizing the workforce for women has been nothing short of exceptional - Join us while we learn more about her and her organization.

Episode Highlights:
Ellen reveals that her career goal in high school was broadcast journalism. (3:47)
Ellen mentions that the mission of the Women In Trucking Association is to promote the employment of women in the business and to remove hurdles that may prevent women from succeeding. (5:58)
Ellen shares what her CB handle would be if she had one. (8:06)
Ellen discusses the challenges she faced in the early years of the Women In Trucking Association, such as spreading the word about the organization and gaining industry support. (11:43)
Ellen discusses the most important lessons she's learned from the challenges she's faced. (19:12)
Ellen discusses that the Women In Trucking Association will now have chapters, both regional and local, so that the conversation may continue long after the conference is over. (23:30)
Ellen mentions that she was invited to the White House to discuss the Biden-Harris trucking proposal. (32:16)
Ellen explains the three aspects of industrial safety for women. (36:01)
Ellen believes that personal safety is a top responsibility for female drivers. (40:46)
Key Quotes:
“The mission is to encourage the employment of women in the industry and to address obstacles that might keep women from succeeding. And then the third part is to celebrate success. So that's our mission.” - Ellen Voie
“I believed in myself, I believed in the mission. And I never ever thought that failure was an option.” - Ellen Voie
“Life begins at the edge of your comfort zone” - Ellen Voie
Resources Mentioned:
Ellen Voie LinkedIn
Women In Trucking Association
Cameron Pechia
Thomas Comstock
Ryan Young
Valley Trucking Insurance
...more
50min
October 04, 2024Throwback: Learning the Game with The Freight Coach!
This is a fire throwback episode chopping it up with Chris Jolly "The Freight Coach" on all things trucking. From trucking to freight brokering we cover tips and tricks to help improve your business.
Chris has 15+ years of experience within transportation with the bulk of his experience in freight brokerage. He is the founder of Freight Coach Enterprises and is the host of “Coffee w/#TheFreightCoach” podcast. His experience within freight brokerage includes operations, sales, and leadership ranging from start-ups to one of the largest brokerages within transportation. His passion is training and development of sales and operations professionals within transportation.

Episode Highlights:
Chris discusses his background in the trucking industry. (1:58)
Chris talks about how he got into the transportation industry. (6:17)
Chris explains why he picked the alias "The Freight Coach." (11:16)
Chris clarifies that he does not want to replace drivers and that he is a proponent of technology that improves safety. (13:01)
Chris explains that he evaluates even his own prospects to guarantee that they really want to improve. (17:37)
Chris mentions that he wants to provide best practices for others to follow since this industry means everything to him. (24:46)
Chris mentions that he believes in karma. (34:53)
Chris believes that those in the trucking industry should do a better job of recruiting people in this profession since no one will come to the industry and rescue them except themselves. (39:47)
Chris expresses gratitude for the opportunity to launch his second company, Broker Carrier. (41:03)
Chris believes that self-reflection has been the most valuable lesson he has learned in the last few years. (45:43)
Key Quotes:
“I believe in responsible capitalism. Because as a broker, I am nothing without that truck. I am nothing. My technology, which is great, that I'm a massive fan…My technology mean nothing if my drivers don't show up.” - Chris Jolly
“I want to put best practices out there for people to follow because this industry literally is everything to me. Like absolutely everything, since the first breath I took, I've been around trucking. And I know what people go through.” - Chris Jolly
“If you want to see trucking change, you have to change yourself first.” - Chris Jolly
Resources Mentioned:
Chris Jolly LinkedIn
Coffee w/#TheFreightCoach
Broker Carrier
Cameron Pechia
Valley Trucking Insurance
...more
49min
September 20, 2024Throwback: Keep More Money with Outsourcing Your Phone Services
Join us in today's throwback episode as we talk with Sarah Allen from Ruby, a remote receptionist service that can streamline your business. Learn how to effectively bolster your reputation, earn more money, and save time and stress from your day to day.

Episode Highlights:
Sarah mentions that she began her professional career in the trucking industry. (5:53)
Sarah discusses Ruby's goal of providing a better client experience and enhancing your reputation. (8:47)
Sarah discusses their workforce in the United States. (11:23)
Sarah explains that all of their receptionists go through extensive training because it's a difficult profession that must be able to be flexible and switch between different businesses. (12:50)
Sarah discusses how they manage calls for the brokerage. (16:38)
Sarah explains the types of feedback and reports that they provide to business owners. (25:26)
Sarah discusses the service package they offer. (31:57)
Sarah explains that their onboarding phase is when they determine what their client needs in terms of services. (36:02)
Sarah discusses how companies may contact Ruby to learn more about their products and services. (47:15)
If Sarah had a statement, piece of advice, or quotation that she wishes to display on a billboard for everyone to see. What would it be? (50:42)
Key Quotes:
“Ruby was born out of the idea of giving people back time in their day.” - Sarah Allen
“All of our receptionists go through a lot of training, because it's a very hard job, they have to be flexible, and to just have that ability to switch between different businesses.” - Sarah Allen
“It's your reputation on the line, and we take that very seriously. We are keeping your brand and we're keeping your reputation and that's the most important thing.” - Sarah Allen
Resources Mentioned:
Sarah Allen LinkedIn
Ruby
Cameron Pechia
Thomas Comstock
Valley Trucking Insurance
...more
55min
September 06, 2024Throwback: Headache-free Fleet Management with TruckSpy
In this throwback episode of Get a Load of This podcast, Cameron Pechia, and Ryan Young are joined by Flint Holbrook, President of TruckSpy. We talk with Flint about using his fleet ownership experience and tech curiosity to create a platform to make truck fleet management a seamless process.

Episode Highlights:
Flint discusses his background and how he came to work in the trucking industry. (2:30)
Flint shares that one of his defining moments was when he initially misread the market. (8:04)
Flint explains that he enjoys a lot of tech stuff and sets that as a strategy for his company, TruckSpy, the all in one fleet telematics system. (11:31)
Flint explains how TruckSpy’s drive camera uses artificial intelligence to identify risky driving behavior. (17:05)
Flint shares some of the application features that they offer for their ELD, and its edge over other applications. (23:05)
Flint goes into detail about their objectives and tactics for this year, and looks ahead to the future. (27:10)
Flint shares how he built his company's culture and what he does to maintain it. (35:55)
Flint talks about what the customer journey looks like at TruckSpy. (42:03)
Flint reveals their plans to start a podcast. (49:09)
Flint discusses why its a challenging time in the trucking industry right now. (51:03)
Flint talks about time, the ultimate limiting factor. (55:36)
Key Quotes:
"If you can make the technology super easy for the driver, they'll use it, which as I'm sure that you guys know can be a big challenge." - Flint Holbrook
"It's really important that if you're in the tech world, you can't just be like the tech guy. You've got to understand the business case of why are you building what you're building in order to solve your customer's needs.” - Flint Holbrook
“We're not the cheapest provider, we are the highest value provider.” - Flint Holbrook
Resources Mentioned:
Flint Holbrook LinkedIn
TruckSpy
Cameron Pechia
Thomas Comstock
Ryan Young
Valley Trucking Insurance
...more
1h 1min
August 23, 2024Throwback: Leveraging Your Connections
In this throwback episode of Get a Load of This podcast, Cameron Pechia, Thomas Comstock, and Ryan Young are joined by Richard Glaubitz, Commercial Equipment Sales at Kenworth Sales Company.

Join us as we chat with Richard about how to use your current network to bolster growth and improve your bottom line. Also discussed, Kenworth quality, current supply line issues, and education.

Episode Highlights:
Richard shares his background story, how he got into the trucking industry, and what he is doing now. (3:13)
Richard shares what his CB handle would be if he had one. (6:58)
Richard shares his insights on the importance of life experience compared to education. (13:30)
Richard explains how their business brings value and how clients can contact them. (15:33)
Richard shares that the four pillar structure has a great impact on his daily living. (28:35)
Richard explains that a lot of people knock how important having good insurance is. (33:20)
Richard advises everyone that we need to be experts in our chosen field. (38:31)
Richard shares what is happening in his life currently and how he is functioning at a high level at work. (43:16)
Richard shares his insights regarding the innovation that is happening in the industry right now. (48:51)
Richard explains some of the common problems that are occurring now in the industry. (57:21)
Richard shares a piece of advice that would be helpful to people that are starting in the industry. (1:02:16)
Key Quotes:
"I put a ton of time and effort into finding the best practices and ways to find drivers." - Richard Glaubitz
"There's plenty to learn about the world of logistics. I call it the invisible industry because nobody even really ever thinks about it, but it's the backbone of the entire country." - Richard Glaubitz
"A lot of people, they knock how important having good insurance is. And it's so unfortunate because one bad claim can put you out of business." - Richard Glaubitz
Resources Mentioned:
Richard Glaubitz LinkedIn
Kenworth Sales Company.
Cameron Pechia
Thomas Comstock
Ryan Young
Valley Trucking Insurance
...more
1h 6min
August 09, 2024Throwback: Stick to the Stats - Using Industry Research to Improve your Operation and the Way the Country Moves
In this throwback episode of Get a Load of This podcast, we sit down with Rebecca Brewster of the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) and discuss the work their organization is doing to improve the industry as a whole and how it relates to your business.

ATRI is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit research organization headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, with offices in Atlanta, Minneapolis, Sacramento, and New York.

Episode Highlights:
Rebecca explains that the American Transportation Research Institute’s mission is research to improve the trucking industry's safety and productivity. (3:36)
Rebecca shares her background story and how she joined the American Transportation Research Institute. (5:42)
Rebecca explains that the American Transportation Research Institute is a 501(c)(3) organization that is limited to research and education, not advocacy or lobbying. (9:12)
Rebecca shares her duties and responsibilities as the President and CEO of the American Transportation Research Institute. (13:08)
Rebecca shares of few of her favorite research studies by the American Transportation Research Institute explains their value. (17:47)
Rebecca talks about the work they did on the hours of service rules that captured the attention of Congress and FMCSA. (29:05)
Rebecca shares how the selection of participants takes place in a study. (34:55)
Rebecca discusses their research for the green initiative. (38:50)
Rebecca talks about some of the technological advances or tools that they have researched that could be coming to the trucking industry. (48:12)
Rebecca shares their organization’s motivation for their study on owner operator versus company drivers. (51:10)
Key Quotes:
"We're bringing this empirical data set that convinces policymakers to invest in transportation infrastructure at the place where it's going to make a difference for the industry." - Rebecca Brewster
“Sadly, here we are in 2021, still talking about the need for more truck parking. And if any of your listeners have heard me present or heard me on other platforms, it is an issue I am tremendously passionate about.” - Rebecca Brewster
“When individuals make contributions, it's actually a charitable tax deduction for those organizations or individuals, but it goes straight into a restricted fund. And we can't use it for rent or anything like that. It goes just to cover our time and other expenses associated with doing research.” - Rebecca Brewster
Resources Mentioned:
Rebecca Brewster LinkedIn
American Transportation Research Institute
Cameron Pechia
Thomas Comstock
Ryan Young
Valley Trucking Insurance
...more
58min
July 26, 2024Throwback: Road to Success from the Mouth of a Trucker with John Marienau of Origin Transport
In this throwback episode of Get a Load of This podcast, Cameron Pechia, Thomas Comstock, and Ryan Young are joined by John Marienau, Managing Director of Origin Transport. John talks about his decade plus of trucking experience and navigating challenges to use them to excel in his company's growth and success.

Episode Highlights:
What is John’s CB handle? (2:43)
John discusses his background and motivation for starting his company. (6:12)
John shares that his company’s biggest strength is that they embrace failure. (11:43)
John explains how Origin Transport takes pleasure in their services. (18:48)
If someone decides to acquire a vehicle, John advises them to plan realistically. (23:32)
John discusses their objectives for 2022. (25:34)
John explains what prompted them to alter their minds and focus on holistic growth. (31:43)
John discusses their team culture and the development of their hiring process. (36:15)
John mentions that the drivers have far more experience than he has. (47:42)
John mentions that their major focus this year is process and procedure. (53:33)
John discusses how his wife motivates him in his daily tasks. (1:00:05)
John says that entrepreneurs, truck drivers, fleet managers, and owners shouldn't be afraid to put their heads down and try new things even if they don't work out at first. (1:02:32)
Key Quotes:
“For us, when people see an Origin truck, we want people to say Origin takes pride in what they do, and they care about what they do.” - John Marienau
“Our biggest thing in Origins has been, how do we obtain awesome talent and make them a true part of the team and give them a life, and offer them what they need to have a great family life and financial life and security.” - John Marienau
“Don't be scared to put your head down and fail. I mean, take the risk. Risk is a good thing, risk isn't a bad thing. And failure is a good thing. It's not a bad thing.” - John Marienau
Resources Mentioned:
John Marienau LinkedIn
Origin Transport
Cameron Pechia
Thomas Comstock
Ryan Young
Valley Trucking Insurance
...more
1h 6min
July 12, 2024Throwback: Money Talks - Planning for Financial Success in the Trucking Industry with Erik Garcia
In this throwback episode of Get a Load of This podcast, Cameron Pechia, Thomas Comstock, and Ryan Young are joined by Erik Garcia, Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Owner of Garcia Financial Group and Host of the Stuff About Money They Didn’t Teach You In School podcast, to discuss using a AAA roadmap approach to financial freedom using your trucking revenue.

Episode Highlights:
Erik introduces himself and explains that he is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®). (04:09)
Erik shares that “fiduciary” is a fancy word for "I have to provide my clients suggestions and guidance that are in their best interests." (04:20)
Erik mentions that financial planning and advice are becoming an increasingly important element of his profession. (06:10)
Erik thinks that running a business is similar to running a household. (12:02)
Erik believes that just making a lot of money does not equate to financial success. Successful people turn their earnings into wealth. (18:18)
Erik agrees that owners make money by increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of their businesses. (36:46)
Erik loves writing and is a huge fan of technology and digital. (41:19)
Erik advises one simple rule, which is not spending all of your income. (43:39)
Erik believes that the greatest approach to begin financial planning is just to become conscious of how you spend your money. (48:39)
Erik shares the importance of giving. (58:33)
Key Quotes:
“That's what planning is, we are saying hey, where do you want to go? Okay, why is it important for you to go there? And let's make sure we're on the right track to get there. And money is the vehicle that's going to get you there.” - Erik Garcia, CFP®
“The key to building wealth is spending less than you make and saving as much as you can and not doing anything foolish with your money. No matter what income you make.” - Erik Garcia, CFP®
“Owners make money by making the business more effective, more efficient. By planning,” - Erik Garcia, CFP®
Resources Mentioned:
Erik Garcia, CFP® - LinkedIn
Garcia Financial Group
Stuff About Money They Didn’t Teach You In School
Cameron Pechia
Thomas Comstock
Ryan Young
Valley Trucking Insurance
...more
1h 7min

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