The Resource

Get ready to dive into the latest insights from our 2023 Driver Recruiting & Retention Annual Report! In this episode of The Resource Podcast, we're unpacking the collaborative efforts of Conversion Interactive Agency and People. Data. Analytics. (PDA), as they meticulously tracked the evolving trends amidst a challenging economic landscape. From innovative marketing strategies that attracted top...

Episode 8 of The Resource Podcast takes you on a journey through the transportation industry with Thom Albrecht, the seasoned CFO and Chief Revenue Officer at Reliance Partners. With a career dating back to 1988 and a seven-time Wall Street Journal All-Star, Thom's expertise provides a unique lens into the dynamics of the trucking industry. Join us for a candid conversation as Thom shares insights...

'Tis the season to elevate your recruiting and retention strategies! In this festive episode of The Resource Podcast, unwrap a special gift as bestselling author and renowned keynote speaker, Chris Tuff, joins us for a merry conversation. Forget sugar and spice – we're diving into the professional realm to determine whether popular topics are "Naughty" or "Nice" for recruiting and retention profes...

Join us for Episode 6 of The Resource Podcast as we explore the results of the Fall 2023 Truck Driver Survey. In a market where recruiting and retaining truckers remains a challenge, this survey uncovers fascinating insights from the professionals behind the wheel. Discover their feelings about the freight market, find out their preferred smartphone apps, and learn key takeaways for carriers of al...

Welcome to another episode of The Resource! In this edition, we're honored to have KC Phillips, a seasoned professional hailing from Nashville, Tennessee, who has been traversing the highways of the industry since 2004, wearing numerous hats along the way. KC is the charismatic host of Road Dog Live on SiriusXM Radio. There, he brings together the trucking community, engaging with hundreds of truc...

In this episode, we're taking a ride with none other than Shannon Newton, the President of the Arkansas Trucking Association. We'll dive into Shannon's journey, from her current gig as President of The Arkansas Trucking Association to her superstar moment in 2018 when she snagged the President's Trucking Association Executives Council Leadership Award from the American Trucking Associations. Shann...

Buckle up, folks! In this episode of The Resource, we're hitting the road with the incredible Clarissa Rankin, a truck driver, driver trainer, and social media sensation with over 1.8 million followers on TikTok. Together, we're peeling back the curtain on the world of trucking and social media, giving you an inside look at what it takes to thrive on the open highway and how savvy carriers can rev...

In this exciting episode of The Resource Podcast, join our lively conversation with none other than Bruce Pearl, the charismatic head coach of the Auburn basketball team. Get ready to be inspired as we delve into the exhilarating world of recruiting and retention. Coach Pearl spills the beans on his secret playbook, revealing how he manages to attract top-tier talent and create an unbreakable bond...

In this episode of The Resource, hosts Priscilla Peters and Scott Dismuke sit down with Bob Costello, Chief Economist for the American Trucking Associations. Together, they dive into a range of pressing topics affecting the trucking industry today. From the impact of COVID-19 on driver pay and freight market dynamics, to recent trends in housing starts and when we can expect freight to rebound, Co...