In part two of our reunion with Shungo Walker, we talk about his recent transition to a different role in a different part of the country. After many years over the road as a driver and trainer, Shungo now works at our truck yard in Dublin, Virginia. He assists drivers in decking the trucks in addition to other management duties at the yard. We’re pleased to welcome this true and well-rounded champion of the trucking industry on this episode of the Six-Figure Trucker.

Show Notes:

• Welcoming Shungo Walker back to the show (1:10)
• Transitioning to the Yard in Dublin, VA (2:41)
• A Day in the Life on the Yard (4:20)
• Prioritizing Family (7:25)
• Shungo Appreciates the Drivers (9:15)

Keep Decking, Shungo!

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We’re pleased to welcome a familiar voice as Shungo Walker returns to the show! Shungo is no stranger to this podcast and to Driveaway in general. After 14 years over the road, Shungo brings a wealth of knowledge and insight. In this conversation, we discuss his history in trucking and the core values that outline his regimen as a driver trainer. You’ll hear why Shungo values traits like safety, professionalism, and centeredness over mere motivation any day of the week. Alongside our trusty host John Madewell, Shungo rides again on this episode of the Six Figure Trucker.

Show Notes:

• Shungo Walker aka “Mr. Perfect” rides again! (1:00)
• The Core Values of Training successful drivers (6:37) 
• Better to be Centered than Motivated (9:42)
• Shungo reflects on his 14 years in Trucking (12:57)

Keep Trucking, Shungo!

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In this special holiday edition of the Six Figure Trucker, we want to wish all of our drivers a Merry Christmas and highlight one that truly embodied the reason for the season this year. We’re honored to briefly recount how one of our selfless drivers risked his life to pull two young women out of a burning vehicle and save their lives. For his heroic efforts, Rodney Clay was named a Truckload Carriers Association’s Highway Angel. 

This is another example of the many drivers we seek to elevate and celebrate because, quite frankly, they deserve it. We’re honored to bring their stories to light. So, to every truck driver tuning in, thank you. Thank you for the miles you cover and the sacrifices you make to ensure our holiday seasons are full of cheer and our tables are full of yuletide feasts. From all of us at the Six Figure Trucker and Norton Transport, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a season filled with joy, peace, and prosperity. May your roads be clear, your spirits high, and your hearts full. Merry Christmas, and keep on trucking! #SixFigureTrucker

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We were introduced last week to Leopold Ruddock and were amazed at his talent and tenacity to become the fastest track athlete in his class and set records that still stand at the school of his homeland in Jamaica. Today, we hear how that same talent and tenacity fueled his rise to become a nationally top-ranked driver in his new homeland of America. You simply can’t keep this man down. Driveaway’s Leo-the-Lion is driven to succeed, and he does it with class. As you’ll hear in today’s conversation, he carries a deep respect for the craft and for the people he meets along the way. Leo Ruddock certainly has our respect, and we’re pleased to have him back on the show for today’s episode of the #SixFigureTrucker.

Show Notes:

• Following his Lady to America (0:55)
• Leo overcomes odds on his way to his career behind the wheel (4:38)
• Becoming the #1 Driver in the Country! (12:42)
• Sage advice from a 36 year Veteran of Trucking (16:44)

Keep Truckin’, Leo!

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Growing up in Jamaica, our guest today was well acquainted with the elite global status of his homeland in track sports. Personally, though, Leopold Ruddock was far from elite. He remembers coming in last in most events through his first couple of years in high school. But, everything changed when Leopold began to train. In his last two years, Leo’s  unusual training regimen combined with his competitive fire to leave his classmates in the dust! Amazingly, he has records that stand to this day!

For the past 30 years, Leopold has brought his hard work and competitive fire in the world of driveaway trucking. And, although he is a nice guy, he never finishes last! From Jamaica to Georgia, from the track to the open roads, one thing remains the same: Leopold Ruddock is elite. We’re so pleased to have him as our guest for these next two episodes of the #SixFigureTrucker.

Show Notes:

• A Chance Encounter with today’s guest, Leopold Ruddock (1:12)
• Leopold’s background growing up in Jamaica (4:00)
• A record-holding track star! (8:42)
• From Jamaica to Georgia (13:11)

Keep Truckin’, Leo!

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We’re on a mission here at the Six Figure Trucker to elevate and celebrate drivers on this podcast. And let me tell you, they’re worth celebrating. You just have to get to know them. So, every week, we put a mic in front of our drivers and simply hit record. We’re over 120 episodes into this project, and we never cease to be amazed by the drivers we meet. The character, talent, experiences, and accomplishments within our driver pool are immense…and we’re just getting started!

Today is Thanksgiving, and we’ve got a special treat set up for our drivers. We gave our dispatchers here at Norton Transport an opportunity to share a few words of praise and gratitude for the drivers they work with…and they were more than eager to do so. Tune in as we collectively thank the drivers who make our company and country roll on this episode of the #SixFigureTrucker.

The Six-Figure Trucker is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking brought to you by Norton Transport. For more information or to subscribe, please visit Six-FigureTrucker.com.

With multiple theological degrees from Universities in Nigeria and England, Pastor Segun brings some serious cloth into the cab when he slides behind the wheel. It also translates to some serious character and positive influence as he trains drivers and interacts with others over the road. The Pastor/Driver may not seem like a typical combination, but it’s worked for 25 years running. In fact, as he’ll share in today’s conversation, Segun’s faith fuels his efforts to train and care for every single person he meets. Tune in as Segun Davis “shares the love” on this episode of the #SixFigureTrucker.

Show Notes:

• Segun Davis returns to share his story that originates in Nigeria! (1:08)
• A Pastor and Theologian, Segun shares how his faith works with Driveaway (3:36)
• A Beautiful, African Wedding! (5:06)
• Segun appreciates Norton and pitches Driveaway (8:09)

Keep Truckin’ Segun!

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We all know that there’s big money to be made in the driveaway trucking space. Big money! But, like most things, to really do it well, you need to love it. There’s no issue here with our guest today. Segun Davis is a Deck driver and trainer who loves to get his hands dirty with the deck sets and train others to do the same. It’s more than a job for him. It’s a passion. A passion that comes across as he shares expert advice on what it takes to be a good trainer and trainee. Oh, and the big checks? Yeah, they’re simply a big bonus! Hear the passion and enthusiasm in Segun’s voice through our conversation today on the #SixFigureTrucker.

Show Notes:

• Welcoming Deck Driver, Segun Davis! (1:02)
• Deck driving…You have to love it! (4:28)
• Expert Training and Driving require Listening and Patience (6:33)
• Segun shares experiences in his journey in Trucking (11:22)

Keep Truckin’ Segun!

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Fresh off a getaway in Santa Monica with his lady, David Coates is back on the road. He joins us to share a slice of his life in driveaway trucking. A father of 3 girls and 5 Yorkies, David knows what it takes to put food on the table and provide a good life for his family. Driveaway trucking has afforded him that and much more! But it doesn’t happen by accident. David models the kind of work ethic it takes to maximize profits in this industry…and his driver statistics tell the story. Moreover, David would tell you that taking a business approach to the driveaway business is essential to a growing bottom line—all this and more on this edition of the #SixFigureTrucker.

Show Notes:

• Back on the Road, fresh off of a Romantic getaway with the Misses (1:07)
• Mr. Coates’ stats are off the charts! (3:00)
• Two interesting Side Hustles (7:45)
• The Business side of Trucking (9:33)
• 3 Girls and 5 Yorkies! (10:48)
• A CNG Road Warrior (12:02)

Keep Truckin’ David!

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Here at the Six Figure Trucker, we’ve got a lot of respect and esteem for veterans. On the show today, we’ve got a double Vet! In addition to his service to our country in the Navy, Osman Alvarez is also a twenty-year veteran of the open roads! His military deployments and time over the road have afforded Osman the kind of experiences that make you want to lean in, listen, and learn. We hope you’ll do just that as we get to know another of the many incredible drivers of driveaway on this episode of the #SixFigureTrucker.

Show Notes:

• Welcoming a 20-year Trucking veteran, Osman Alvarez! (1:00)
• Being a mechanic comes in Handy (7:17)
• Highlighting Osman’s service in the Navy (9:03)
• 11,000 miles a month…safely. (12:20)
• High praise for Norton Dispatchers (14:13)
• Credentials and Qualifications (14:51)
• O Canada! (16:12)
• Osman looks into the future and pitches Driveaway (17:53)

Keep Trucking, Osman!

The Six-Figure Trucker is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking brought to you by Norton Transport. For more information or to subscribe, please visit Six-FigureTrucker.com.