“I will do today what others won’t so I can do tomorrow what others can’t.” This quote by the all-time great NFL Hall-of-Fame wide receiver Jerry Rice captures the essence of what it takes to succeed as an expediter. How? Think about it. Whether you’re an owner-operator or a 1099 contract driver, you’re a business owner. You’re the boss. Sure, you have clear instructions from the carrier, broker or shipper, for how a load should be handled and by when to deliver...

Motorcycle and Car drivers really got under my skin this day....

Recently we observed an upsetting situation involving a group refusing to put their masks back on....

Sometimes you meet some very different people while trying to make a delivery. You never know what to expect when delivering to a place you have never been before, but you have certain expectations. Then there are the ones where you encounter someone at a delivery that you could have never imagined being a part of your “routine” day....

How many times can you say that fast?...

Ever take that good paying load only to find out later that you were underpaid? Most of us who have been in business for a while as an owner operator have run into this a once or thrice. How did you handle the situation?...

It has been just a couple weeks over two years since I bought this truck. Some of you may remember the blogs from the various stages of this truck being built. I will include links at the bottom for anyone who wants to see them....

You’re looking to become an expedite owner-operator to be your own boss, set your own schedule and gain control over your financial future. But the reality is that ownership is not for everyone. As an owner, you’re taking on more responsibility - and risk. And if you’re not prepared, you could be setting yourself up for failure before you even get started. So, what can you do to prepare for ownership and put yourself in the best position to succeed? Use this Pre Owner-O...

This will be the first truck show of the year and we would love to have you join us July 16-17, 2021 in Fort Wayne, IN. Whether you’re a driver, owner-operator, or fleet owner, you’re looking for new ideas and relationships that can help you stack the odds of success in your favor. That’s precisely what you’ll find at Expedite Expo. At the Expo, you’ll gain access to valuable education and networking opportunities. Here are some of the highlights to consider as you...

Over the past twenty years, we have not been without a pet long....