Trucking for Millennials

This is our 200th episode! Awesome!

Thank you so much for all your support through the years, whether you're a first time, long time, or last time listener. :)

This week is a timely episode designed to equip you and your team with the information to survive the annual International Road Check by the CVSA. It's May 16th-18th with an emphasis on brakes and cargo securement.

We got a true 1 hour master class from Rob Carpenter, an operations and risk consultant and former truck driver who has a wealth of knowledge for how to prevent and survive inspections - no matter when they may occur.

Some questions we cover include:

What are the most common mechanical violations that are cited during a DOT safety check, and how can I avoid them?

What should I do if I discover a mechanical issue during a pre-trip inspection, and how can I ensure that the issue is resolved before the DOT safety check?

Are there any particular items that are frequently overlooked during DOT safety checks, and how can I make sure that I am addressing these items?

What are the most common paperwork violations that are cited during a DOT safety check, and how can I ensure that I have all of the necessary documentation in order?

How can I stay organized and ensure that I am fully prepared for the DOT saftey check, including making sure that all of my paperwork is in order?

Are there any particular habits or practices that I should adopt to ensure that I am always in compliance with DOT regulations and requirements?

+ a bunch more!

Don't miss this one, and send to your friend who drives or manages a fleet today!

In this episode, Aaron and Michael discuss a recent Freight Caviar Newsletter before speaking with Trey Griggs and Paul-Bernard Jaroslawski about brand messaging, their TIA Conference takeaways, double brokering and fraud, and what shippers want to see out of their brokerage partners!

In today's episode we're covering a topic we never have before, the U.S. DOT Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse!

As a Substance Abuse Professional, Joshua is currently helping truck drivers who are navigating the process to return to work after receiving a drug/alcohol violation.

If you have questions about the clearinghouse and what is involved for navigating it, this is an excellent primer for you.

Aaron and Joshua also talk about how to best support team members who are navigating this challenge.

Matthew Leffler, The Armchair Attorney (TM!) returns to the show to help us undertand the nooks and crannies of issues that are often debated in the logistics industry, namely non-competes, double brokering, and broker transparency.

To springboard the discussion we reference recent articles from Overdrive Online and Transport Topics.

If you've been given a non-compete to sign or believe you might one day, this episode is a can't miss!

If you're curious why more hasn't been done about double brokering from the FMCSA, you should listen to this episode!

If you're wondering what all the drama is about regarding broker transparency, PRESS PLAY!

Then be sure to connect with Matthew Leffler on LinkedIn so you can see his always insightful, clear, and concise arguments about these issues and more.

In this episode you'll hear Aaron and Michael chat with Reed Loustalout!

He's currently building LostFr8.com and has also utilized ChatGPT to have some fun with PleaseAdvise.ai.

He's a former carrier rep who's leveraging his experience in the industry to help create effeciency and develop new tools to help carriers and industry professionals connect!

Join his Discord by clicking here.

00:04:41 Trucking employment is rising.

00:05:27 Technology is revolutionizing trucking.

00:16:02 Carriers need better communication.

00:19:23 Truckers are hard to sell to.

00:22:15 Technology increases efficiency.

00:30:03 Technology is essential for success.

00:36:12 Try and bridge the gap.

00:41:06 Start now and don't stop.

00:45:02 Persistence is key.

00:51:04 AI will revolutionize tech.

00:56:06 Humans still needed for jobs.

00:57:44 Find your niche quickly.

01:02:40 Learn about AI technology.

In this episode you'll hear Michael and Aaron discuss this article from FreightWaves.

They also react to what thought leaders have to say about it on LinkedIn!

Do you have an opinion you'd like to share?

Email [email protected] or send a message on Instagram @pdqamerica!

Have you ever seen an Instagram ad or profile promoting how easy it is to have passive income from the trucking industry if you just give them a bunch of money?

These Trucking Automation businesses say they'll get the truck, driver, dispatcher, loads, and take care of all the maintenance so you can sit back and collect the cashflow.

So we decided to talk to the founder of RivX Automation Antonio Rivodo who's enthusiasm for automating business operations has met the trucking industry.

In this episode we learn more about what trucking automation is and how he has continued to scale his business to bring clients this service. We even learn what trucking niche his fleet is involved in!

In this episode you'll hear a collection of clips from guests we've had some excellent conversations with so far this year. Be sure to check out these full episodes, as they are packed with wisdom to help you in your career!

Anne Reinke...on the value of freight brokerages, FMCSA and Double Brokering, and Non-Competes

Gretchen Long - Her best advice to carriers and shippers

Jenny Lovering - The next innovation driving the industry forward

Brett Ekert - Scrap Life and Advice to Shippers and Carriers

Samantha Jones - What it means to blaze a trail in logistics

Jeremy Wallin - What the best brokers do

Tiffany Wallin - Advice for Women in Trucking

Matt Dahl - Advice to small trucking companies and shippers

Matt Dahl is a Logistics Professional and Chess Player who likes to solve problems who is coming up on one year of experience as a freight broker.

In this episode we discuss his engaging LinkedIn content, his experience of logistics so far, how his sales experience and chess playing background influences his work today, and what he wants shippers and carriers to know about the work brokers do!

Connect with him on LinkedIn!

Michael and Aaron had a great time getting to know Jeremy and Tiffany Wallin!

Jeremy and Tiffany Wallin are newlywed team drivers with a love for truck driving and each other.

You can read about their story on Overdrive Online, but be sure to hear this episode where we learn more about Jeremy's career, how he and Tiffany met, and what it has been like for Tiffany to learn to drive and become an owner operator!

You'll hear them discuss today's trucking market, how they work with brokers, advice for new owner operators, how they work together and work towards their goals at this stage of their life.

Follow Tiffany @midnightbunny_girltrucker and Jeremy @teamwallin2022 on Instagram!