Six-Figure Trucker

Hailing from the Dakotas, our guest today has endured his fair share of arctic winters. In fact, he’s had enough. Fortunately for Jim Fischer, there’s driveaway trucking! The freedom and opportunities in driveaway have allowed this expert planner to keep the ice in his drinks and the sand between his toes. Each winter, he routinely trades the frozen tundras of the Dakotas for routes that lead to sandy beaches and big money. As he tells us today, most of his friends think he’s perpetually on vacation. And this all-around good guy is piling up friends around each bend in the road. There’s no doubt that Jim Fischer is winning behind the wheel, and we’re delighted to hear his stories and glean his wisdom on today’s episode of the #SixFigureTrucker.

Show Notes:

• It’s January in “Sunny” South Dakota (1:00)
• With dramatic shifts in weather, good prep is crucial (3:15)
• Always Fuel up! Especially in a CNG (8:35)
• Jim’s favorite and least favorite rides and routes (including a big shout-out to his favorite dispatcher, Jessica Albert) (13:17)
• Good friends in good places help make good plans (17:43)
• Jim leaves us with some Priceless Advice about the simple values of being friendly and respectful (30:37)

Keep Truckin’, Jim! 

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Timestamps:

• We catch up with Alvin on his headsets, truckin’ through Indy (1:05)
• Do you prefer a Manual or Automatic Transmission? (5:05)
• Alvin shares his journey and approach to Trucking (9:00)
• It’s a good time to pause for an ice-cold Modelo! (11:43)
• If you love what you do, work is fun (13:10)
• 100% - Alvin’s superstar stats and the story behind them (15:25)
• Moving into the “Major Leagues” of Deck driving (23:47)
• A Georgia boy now living in Vegas (28:15)
• No rush and minimal caffeine = safety, sanity, and success (33:12)
• A true professional (42:29)
• Alvin loves his family and pitches driveaway! (46:00)

Keep Truckin’ Alvin! 

The Six Figure Trucker is a weekly conversation that shares the strategies and stories that successful drivers have used to build lucrative careers in the trucking industry. For more information or to subscribe, please visit https://www.six-figuretrucker.com/

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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.

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Timestamps:

• Catching up with Eric Ryan over the road in New York (1:25)
• Eric’s love/hate relationship with CNG (4:51)
• Balance, Bonuses, and Blessings in Driveaway (14:28)
• Big E and his Dispatchers form a well-oiled machine (22:00)
• The Evolution of Trucking and Driveaway (26:52)
• Raising a future Truckdriver and keeping Family First (32:34)
• The hungry Dawg gets that Bonus! (39:11)
• How About a Vacation…or TWO! (43:00)
• Honesty = Respect (47:38)
• “I’ll drive until I can’t hold the wheel!” Big E loves Trucking (50:15)
• From Big E to Big Slim and the top of his game (54:12)
• As we conclude, Eric gives a heck of a Driveaway Pitch (1:04)

Keep Truckin’, Big E! 

The Six Figure Trucker is a weekly conversation that shares the strategies and stories that successful drivers have used to build lucrative careers in the trucking industry. For more information or to subscribe, please visit https://www.six-figuretrucker.com/.

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.

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Those who know today’s guest often describe him as responsible and reliable. As such, what Hendrick Taylor emphasized in our interview, did not surprise. Over his eight years behind the wheel, he has learned the art of communication and the priority of safety. These twin guardrails have escorted Hendrick to a stress-free, six-figure career! And the advice he shares with us is as solid as his reputation. All this and more on today’s episode of the #SixFigureTrucker.

Show Notes:

• We’re at the Airport with Hendrick as he travels to his next load (1:00)
• Good Communication makes life easier for Everyone (4:07)
• From Tennessee to Houston in a Show Truck (6:33)
• Hendrick’s Family and their plans for the New Year (9:37)
• Black Ice, Snow, Wind, and other Weather perils over the road (11:11)
• After 8 years behind the wheel, Hendrick talks about the good, bad, ugly, and beautiful of the Trucking Industry (18:40)
• As he boards his flight, Hendrick pitches Driveaway! (21:38)

Keep Truckin’ Hendrick! 

The Six Figure Trucker is a weekly conversation that shares the strategies and stories that successful drivers have used to build lucrative careers in the trucking industry. For more information or to subscribe, please visit 

https://www.six-figuretrucker.com/

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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.

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With 26 years of driving experience in her rear-view mirror, Sexcina has ample wisdom and knowledge to share. At the top of the list is her passion for safety. Her motto of “better safe than sorry” is born of having seen just about everything over the open roads - even having to navigate a concrete boulder barrelling down the highway toward her truck! Yet, having experienced a tragic loss in her family, her passion is fundamentally driven by her desire to protect and appreciate life. She speaks with incredible grace and depth about this topic and much more. We’re honored to have her with us on today’s episode of the #SixFigureTrucker.

Show Notes:

• What’s in a name - “They call me Sexy for short” (1:05)
• Get to know the life and losses of Sexcina Monroe (1:47)
• Expert advice for Winter Driving (4:35)
• This 26-year veteran talks about the growing fraternity of women in trucking (11:38)
• The pros, cons, and prep around CNG fuel (17:26)
• Crazy Stories: Sexcina navigates concrete boulders on the highway! (20:16)
• Behind the scenes with Sexcina on a typical week over the road (24:38)
• Sexcina loves a good Freightliner Cascadia but loves long runs even more (29:17)
• Planning Hotel stays and avoiding Bed Bugs! (31:52)
• Sexcina talks about her Holiday plans and goals for 2023 (34:48)
• Appreciating the excellent Dispatchers at Norton (40:00)
• Sexcina gives a homerun pitch for Driveaway as we wrap this episode (44:45)

The Six Figure Trucker is a weekly conversation that shares the strategies and stories that successful drivers have used to build lucrative careers in the trucking industry. For more information or to subscribe, please visit 

https://www.six-figuretrucker.com/

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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.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Timestamps:

• The Origins of Norton Transport (1:03)
• Great stories from the early years, including how Lynn became a Canadian hero! (4:41)
• Prioritizing Drivers over Profit is central to the Norton Way (11:10)
• You’re Family at Norton. The incredible growth of Norton hasn’t changed their passion for taking care of people well. (21:00)
• “Work Hard; Play Hard” is another part of the incredible culture at Norton (31:30)
• Huge Fans of Classic Rock, Calvin, and Lynn share their favorite bands and concert experiences and how music has even shaped the culture at Norton (33:10)
• Have a plan but be prepared to react and adapt (40:28)
• Calvin and Lynn offer a Holiday wish to all the People of Norton (47:06)
• The Future is bright for the Driveaway Industry and Norton Transport (50:52)

The Six Figure Trucker is a weekly conversation that shares the strategies and stories that successful drivers have used to build lucrative careers in the trucking industry. For more information or to subscribe, please visit 

https://www.six-figuretrucker.com/

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.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There’s nothing like knowing you’ve got the perfect gift for that special person. Seeing their face light up as they open the present of their dreams is the sweetest gift of all. In the spirit of Christmas, our guest today describes himself as a giver who loves to make dreams come true. And Driveaway has made it possible for Brandon Leigh. In driveaway, Brandon has found a career that provides opportunities to match his hustle. He can work as much as he desires and has learned to leverage expert planning toward serious profit. This former diesel mechanic has traded his wrench for a wheel and isn’t looking back. Driveaway has brought a smile to Brandon’s face and to everyone around him. Hear more on today’s episode of the #SixFigureTrucker.

Show Notes:

• Facing a Traffic Jam in a CNG (1:00)
• A 3,100-mile Marathon run in a Peterbilt Garbage Truck! (7:08)
• Planning is everything. It’s really what makes the job (14:19)
• From Chicago with a wrench to Tampa and a Wheel (19:57)
• The Birthday boy! Brandon turns 28 on the road (28:04)
• Good planning prepares you to be ready for anything (30:40)
• The benefits of driving at Night (35:15)
• A good plan is more important than a comfortable cab (37:55)
• Brandon shares his journey to Freedom in Driveaway (41:26)
• “I like to make dreams come true” (45:00)
• An expert planner, Brandon plays chess, not checkers (47:02)

Keep Truckin’, Brandon!

The Six Figure Trucker is a weekly conversation that shares the strategies and stories that successful drivers have used to build lucrative careers in the trucking industry. For more information or to subscribe, please visit 

https://www.six-figuretrucker.com/

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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.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the saying goes, it takes 10,000 hours to master a particular skill. Well, if that’s the case, our guest today became a master trucker back in the Eighties! Hal B. Faris has been on the road for 40 years. Over the last four decades behind the wheel, Hal has gained the kind of experience you can’t learn from a course or a book. On today’s episode, Hal talks about the incredible advances that have been made in the industry over his career and shares valuable advice about topics like safety and planning. His wisdom and expertise permeate our conversation, which culminates in him saying that he wouldn’t trade driveaway trucking for anything. Coming from a 40-year vet, we think that’s a pretty big deal. Join us as we welcome Hal B. Faris to the show on this episode of the #SixFigureTrucker.

Show Notes:

• We catch up with Hal and grab some winter weather wisdom (0:40)
• “If you don’t feel safe, don’t do it” (10:04)
• Getting to know the family of Hal Faris (17:00)
• The importance of good observation along with Pre and Post-trip inspections (18:00)
• The broken and beautiful scenes Hal witnessed in his 40 years over the road (20:51)
• How the Trucking industry has evolved for the better in 40 years (25:00)
• Hal shares great insight into how he approaches decking and undecking trucks (30:00)
• Comparing Singles with Decking in Driveaway (33:40)
• Sheep Farming is a side hustle that is also a hobby for Hal and his wife (35:11)
• Hal’s choice of good Audio and great Eats over the road (38:31)
• Hal pitches the variety and value of Driveaway trucking (45:00)

Keep Truckin’, Hal!

The Six Figure Trucker is a weekly conversation that shares the strategies and stories that successful drivers have used to build lucrative careers in the trucking industry. For more information or to subscribe, please visit 

https://www.six-figuretrucker.com/

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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.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Before cruising the highways, Malik Beverly was cruising down the tracks of Ohio. After setting six school records, winning three state championships, and taking a lap in the professional circuit, Malik changed lanes. He traded his spikes and the track for a wheel and the open roads…but either way, Malik was born to run. On today’s episode, you’ll hear his story and why he says that coming to driveaway was the best decision he’s ever made. Join us today for the #SixFigureTrucker.

Show Notes:

• An aspiring Hip Hop artist, Malik shares his love for music (0:44)
• Malik talks about Trucking and how Driveaway jumpstarted his career (4:43)
• The Track Star: As a Former State Champion and Professional runner, Malik shares how his experience in sports influences his life as a trucker (7:30)
• Resourceful and Frugal, Malik has learned the art of good planning (14:17)
• As a Non-CDL driver, Malik (safely) drives a wide Variety of Trucks (21:43)
• Canyons, Mountains, and Hot Springs. Taking in the beauty of this country has changed Malik’s life (27:25)
• Balancing Life and Family as a Truckdriver (30:40)
• Finishing 2022 strong, Malik looks ahead to a productive 2023 (33:35)

Keep Runnin’, Malik!

The Six Figure Trucker is a weekly conversation that shares the strategies and stories that successful drivers have used to build lucrative careers in the trucking industry. For more information or to subscribe, please visit 

https://www.six-figuretrucker.com/

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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.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When asked about the kind of truck she prefers, our guest today offered this response: “I like a manual shift. You know, the old-school Peterbuilts and Kenworths. But, every truck I drive is different, and I just like that I'm driving a truck.” Those, my friends, are the words of a bona fide trucker. Carrie Keyes is the real deal. In her more than 25 years behind the wheel, she has driven everything from dump trucks to city buses to tractor-trailers. And she’s run the gamut of businesses behind those trucks as well. So, when someone like her says she’s found the industry’s pot of gold, it carries weight. In addition to the wealth of knowledge and insight packed into this episode, Carrie Keyes will share why driveaway proved to be her Promised Land from which she’ll never return. This is an episode of #SixFigureTrucker that you can’t afford to miss. 

Show Notes:

• We catch up with Carrie with her coffee outside of Denver (1:04)
• The 5 Rule - Carrie’s secret to stress-free living (10:07)
• From CB Radios to Cell Phones - communication on the road (14:00)
• The True Freedom of Driveaway (16:22)
• Carrie shares her journey in the Trucking industry (22:00)
• Finding her Promised Land in Driveaway (28:00)
• She likes the Old School Manual…but in the end, she just likes Trucks! (34:10)
• Share some Drinks at the SFT Bar with John and Carrie (37:10)
• Her character, intelligence, and love for driving make Carrie an incredible member of our Norton team (42:45)

Keep Truckin’, Carrie!

The Six Figure Trucker is a weekly conversation that shares the strategies and stories that successful drivers have used to build lucrative careers in the trucking industry. For more information or to subscribe, please visit 

https://www.six-figuretrucker.com/

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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.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.