What’s It Like to Be a Female Truck Driver in a Male-Dominated Industry? Trucking is tough—but breaking barriers as a woman in the industry comes with its own set of challenges.

In this episode, Tierra Allen—better known as The Sassy Trucker—shares her inspiring journey from nursing to trucking and how she built a powerful presence on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. Tierra explains how social media helped her overcome the isolation of long-haul driving, connect with a supportive community, and mentor aspiring truckers.

She also tackles safety concerns for female drivers, breaking gender stereotypes, and her long-term goal of owning her own trucking business. If you're a new or experienced driver—or thinking about trucking as a career—this episode delivers invaluable insights on confidence, resilience, and taking control of your future.

📍 Episode Highlights

01:15 – Tierra’s journey from nursing to trucking. 04:10 – Overcoming gender stereotypes in a male-dominated industry. 08:05 – Using social media to combat isolation and connect with others. 12:20 – Safety tips for female truck drivers. 16:30 – The challenges of balancing content creation with life on the road. 20:45 – Tierra’s five-year plan and goals for the future. 25:50 – Thoughts on technology’s impact on the trucking industry. 29:30 – The value of mentorship and Tierra’s role as a mentor for female drivers. 33:15 – Advice for those considering a career in trucking.

🎙 About Our Guest

Tierra Allen, also known as The Sassy Trucker, is a social media influencer, content creator, and long-haul truck driver. Through her TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram platforms, she shares real-life trucking experiences, mentorship for aspiring drivers, and tips for women entering the industry. Passionate about breaking stereotypes and empowering others, Tierra is on a mission to inspire more women to pursue careers in trucking.

🌍 Follow Tierra, The Sassy Trucker: 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SassyTruckerr 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sassy.trucker 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSassyTrucker 🎶 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sasssy.trucker

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