The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers

In this episode Bruce talks about the the importance of proper maintenance inspections and why they may make the difference between survival and potential death on the road. Learn what areas you should be stepping up your inspections and why. As a professional driver you need to be aware of potentials during the Winter season. Mentioned in this episode is the Smart Trucker Seminar Series with the next session being in the East end of Toronto around Oshawa or Whitby. You can find out more about the seminar series at www.roadtoday.com/smarttrucker or www.bruceoutridge.com/smarttrucker Music in this episode is by the Killin' Time Band and their song fitting for Winter called the "Cold is Creepin' In". You can learn more about the band at www.killintimeband.com Advertising mentions include the Smart Trucker Seminar Series and Owning Your Success Newsletter. You can learn more about these programs at www.bruceoutridge.com, www.theleadpedalpodcast.com, or roadtoday.com/smarttrucker We would love to have you leave us a rating and review on iTunes if you are enjoying the show. To do so just click the link in your iTunes App or the link on our website at www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

In this episode Bruce talks about the rules he created for himself during his career and why he put those rules in place. He discusses the importance of knowing your boundaries but also why you have created those rules and why it is important that you have a reason for creating them. Bruce talked about this topic back in episode 81 "Survive Trucking by Creating Rules for Your Career" where he discussed many of the rules he made for himself while trucking. The tune of the week is by Thomas Wade and his song "Seven Years On". You can learn more about Thomas and his music on his website thomaswade.com Advertising mentions include The Running by the Mile book for owner operators and the Smart Trucker Seminar Series. You can learn more about these mentions at bruceoutridge.com or roadtoday.com/smarttrucker

In this episode Bruce chats Vickie DeVos of Fleet-Tax Services and the process of drug collection and what is involved once a driver is required to get a drug test. Learn what is involved in the process and a few of the items that can make you show positive when testing. Fleet-Tax Services is located in Beamsville Ontario Canada close to the Niagara area. Bruce interviewed Vickie in episode 003 "Leased or Independent Owner Operator" where the two talked about what is involved in setting up a business as an owner operator and the items required to start a successful business. The tune of the week is by the Killin Time Band and their song "Rested, Relaxed, and Feelin' Good". You can learn more about the band at www.thekillintimeband.com Advertising mentions include the Smart Trucker Seminar Series, Outridge Translation Services, and the Owning Your Success Newsletter. You can learn more about these mentions at bruceoutridge.com, www.outridgetranslation.com, and roadtoday.com/smarttrucker

In this episode Bruce discusses the importance of having the right mindset in order to be successful in business and take your business to the next level. Find out the secret to why 50% of all businesses fail and others succeed. Bruce offers tips to get your trucking business headed in the right direction. Bruce introduced this topic in episode 123 with the "Three keys to success" and also in episode 002 where he talked about becoming an owner operator. The tune of the week is by Tropical Daze and their song "We signed the deal". www.tropicaldaze.ca Advertising mentions include Owning Your Success Newsletter, and the Driven to Drive book. You can learn more about these items at bruceoutridge.com

Bruce chats with Randy Packham who drives for the John Deere account of CPC / Huron Services Group. Randy is the Driver of the Year for 2016 and won two awards for his spectacular driving accomplishments. Find out what it takes to be a professional driver in today's world of trucking and how to be on the top of your game. Randy was mentioned in episode 130 of the podcast for National Trucking Week where Bruce talked about heroes in the industry. Also mentioned in this episode was the Charlie Shields episode number 86 who is also working for CPC / Huron Services. The tune of the week is by the Road Birds and their song "Lonesome Star". Advertising mentions include Outridge Translation Services, Running by The Mile Book, and the Owning Your Success Newsletter. You can learn more about these items at bruceoutridge.com or www.outridgetranslation.com Websites mentioned include the Hamilton Niagara Fleet Safety Council at www.hamiltonniagarafleetsafetycouncil.com

Bruce chats with Shelley Uvanile-Hesch of The Women's Trucking Federation of Canada and what the plans are for this new organization.The organization helps women in the industry learn more about the industry and how to have successful careers.

You can learn more about The Women Trucking Federation of Canada on their website at www.wtfc.ca

Music is by Thomas Wade with his song Zero to Sixty.

Products mentioned include Driven to Drive Book and the Running By The Mile Book

Thank you truck drivers for all that you do!

Bruce talks about the importance of the truck driver and the good that they do for the country. Thank you to the truck drivers that make this country great and the profession professional in nature.Bruce talks about industry heroes in this episode and personally thanks drivers for their hard work and dedication.

Road Knight interviews are episodes 77, 92, and 64.

Tune of the week is by the Killin' Time Band with "Run, Run, Run,

Websites mentioned are www.truckconvoy.ca and www.truckingforacure.com

Mentions include Trucking for a Cure and Smart Trucker Seminar Series

Thank you truck drivers for all the hard work that you do.

Bruce interviews Trucking For A Cure organizer Joanne Mackenzie in this podcast episode. Learn about the convoys happening in September this year and how drivers continue to contribute to this great cause.

Learn more about Trucking for a Cure on their website at www.truckingforacure.com

The tune of the week is by the Killin' Time Band and their song "Sheepie"

Products and services mentioned in this episode includes Smart Trucker Seminar Series, Running By The Mile Book, and Outridge Translation Services.

Thank you truck drivers for the hard work that you do!

Bruce chats with Tammy Blackwell of The World's Largest Convoy of Special Olympics to learn more about their organization and how it gives back to the community. Learn how truck drivers step up to the plate to help those in need.

Learn more about the World's Largest Convoy for Special Olympics at www.truckconvoy.ca

The tune of the week is by The Road Birds with their song "What Do I Gotta Do"

Advertisements by Outridge Translation Services, Owning Your Success Newsletter, and Smart Trucker Seminar.

Thank you to the truck drivers and those working in the transportation industry for their hard work and dedication to keeping our country moving.

Bruce talks about his driver friend that passed away and how your passion as a truck driver should be rewarded and not a shameful part of your life. Be proud about the profession you love and be remembered for the passion that you have. The Tune of the Week is by Thomas Wade.

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