Driven Too Far: The Truth About Trucking

What are the best fleets to drive for and what do they all have in common? In this episode you will learn about the Best Fleets contest and why you should care. The Best Fleets To Drive For contest has had a major impact on the trucking industry rewarding those fleets that go above and beyond; creating new industry standards that have bettered the lives of truck drivers. Andrew has first hand expe...

Are you looking for a new job in the trucking industry? If so, you need to be asking your recruiter the right questions. In this episode, we cover the five questions you should always be asking your recruiter in order to make sure you're making the most of the opportunity. Mandee Lade is a truck driver recruiter and joins us to talk about what she looks for when recruiting a new driver. If you're...

Why do trucking companies lie to drivers? Are they really lying or just bad communicators? In this episode Andrew breaks down all the red flags and what to ask recruiters when you're looking for a trucking company. Some trucking companies have been caught lying to their drivers in the past. Drivers are told they will make a certain amount of money or promised more time at home. This leaves drivers...

Lease purchase trucking is becoming an increasingly popular way for truck drivers to get their start in the industry. It can be a great option for those who want to own their own truck but don't have the money to outright buy one. However, there are also some drawbacks that should be considered before making a decision about whether or not lease purchase trucking is right for you. In this episode,...

Do you know how much money your professional driving reputation is costing you? Do you know that you, and every driver, has a monetary value based on their reputation. Yes, this really is a thing and it really matters. In this episode I'm going to show you how to calculate your reputation value as a driver, just like you would with a credit card history. And, just like a credit score, I'll share t...

How would you like to make a six figure income as a company driver? I'm here today to tell you that you can, if you want, and I can show you how. There are so many things you can do every week to get that paycheck you want. In this episode learn what steps you can take to make six figures as a company driver. To learn more about a career in trucking and see how you can make six figures visit Chief...

Thank you for joining me on the first of many we'll have together. I am Andrew Winkler and even though I am an executive today, I have always kept drivers as the priority because that's where my love for this industry began too; in my 20s, hauling across the country, and loving every part of the job.  Today I wish more executives would be willing to get in the jumpseat and listen to the drivers be...