3 Must-Listen Audiobooks to Boost Your Success in Expediting

By: Sean M. Lyden - Staff Writer
Posted: Feb 4th 2019 9:12AM
As an expedite owner-operator or fleet owner, you may not have a lot of time to read books. But you can always find time to listen to good books-while you're driving, working out, cleaning your truck, or performing other tasks-to expand your knowledge, learn new skills, and become a more profitable expediter. So, which audiobooks can help you change the trajectory of your business and your life? Here are three to check out. The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don'...

1099 CONTRACTOR IN EXPEDITING | Important Info To Know For Tax Time

By: The Crafty Trucker
Posted: Feb 1st 2019 4:04PM
When you become a driver in Expediting whether with a fleet owner or as an owner operator you are a 1099 independent contractor. It's important that you are tracking your income & expenses throughout the year so you are able to file your taxes accurately....

Just Another Day OR Above And Beyond... Yes!

By: Greg Huggins
Posted: Jan 31st 2019 4:13PM
Familiarity breeds contempt....

FINDING A GOOD FLEET OWNER

By: The Crafty Trucker
Posted: Jan 25th 2019 6:44PM
Finding a good fleet owner is one of the most important things when researching getting into expediting....

A Monkey Could Be Trained To Drive A Truck, It Is So Easy

By: Greg Huggins
Posted: Jan 25th 2019 9:33AM
"A monkey could be trained to drive a truck, it is so easy."...

WHAT EXPEDITING HAS DONE FOR US

By: The Crafty Trucker
Posted: Jan 11th 2019 4:22PM
Expediting is much more than a job to us. It is a lifestyle that we love and enjoy....

BEST CLEANER FOR THE TRUCK | Super Clean Review & GIVEAWAY (giveaway closed)

By: The Crafty Trucker
Posted: Jan 4th 2019 4:34PM
We had the opportunity to try out Super Clean cleaner & degreaser products. We are very impressed with the cleaning power & multiple things you can use these products for & are excited for two of you to win a set of these. GIVEAWAY open from January 4, 2019 to January 7, 2019 @ midnight CST. Winners will be announced on January 8, 2019. To enter you must LIKE the video & leave a comment on the video. GOOD LUCK! Check out more info on these products: https://superclean.com...

Negotiation Tips for Expediters

By: Sean M. Lyden - Staff Writer
Posted: Jan 28th 2019 9:00AM
Accepting a load, buying a truck, working with customers-these are just a few instances where effective negotiation skills can pay dividends in your business. But good negotiation is not about getting all you can at the expense of the other party. Instead, negotiation should be more like collaboration to arrive at an outcome that both sides can feel good about. At least that's the perspective of successful team expediters like Bob and Linda Caffee and Jason and Heather Hutch...

Fleet Owner Conversations: Scott Driskill

By: Sean M. Lyden - Staff Writer
Posted: Feb 25th 2019 9:00AM
Meet Scott Driskill. Scott is a former EMT (emergency medical technician), who got into the expedited trucking business in 2012, first as a fleet manager and then as a driver. In 2017, Scott bought his first van-a 2014 RAM Promaster extended van-to become an owner-operator. And about a year later, in April 2018, he purchased a straight truck to officially become a fleet owner. Today, Scott runs Hammerhead Logistics headquartered in Bucyrus, Ohio, operating a fleet of three v...

3 Mistakes to Avoid When Spec'ing Your Next Custom Sleeper

By: Sean M. Lyden - Staff Writer
Posted: Jan 21st 2019 10:00AM
When you invest six figures in a new expediter truck, you don't want any regrets. That's especially the case when spec'ing a custom sleeper for your truck where your goal is to balance comfort and cost. After all, your truck is your home away from home, so comfort is essential. But your truck is also a tool to generate revenue for your business. And the more you pay to accommodate amenities you might want, the less profit you get to keep. So, how can you ensure your next cust...

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