Fleet Geeks Podcast by Flagship Partners

All things transport training with Beverley Bell the second of three podcasts with former Senior Traffic Commissioner Beverley Bell. In this episode, Pete & Beverley explore training in the fleet and commercial vehicle sector.  Ongoing CPD as well as challenging the current format and curriculum of the Transport Manager CPC qualification. If you are a Fleet or Transport Professional who wants...

All things maintenance with Beverley Bell the first of three podcasts with former Senior Traffic Commissioner Beverley Bell. In this episode, Pete & Beverley explore maintenance for commercial vehicles in the Fleet Sector.  Including key topics and areas to look out for.  As well as understanding the Fleet and Transport Managers responsibilities when it comes to vehicle maintenance. If you are...

What is Allied Membership by Flagship Partners? In this episode, Pete explores Flagship Partners new membership offering, Allied by Flagship Partners.  Listen to this episode to find out more about the ground breaking technology and innovation offered in this new suite of membership services.  If you are interested why not join the waiting list today?  Link here; https://www.flagship-proposal.com/...

What to do if you are subject to a 'Social Media Auditor' In this episode, Pete explores and helps you to understand what social media auditing or drone auditing is.  The reason 'Auditors' do it and how to protect your brand and people from appearing 'wallies' on social media! Each week Pete and his guests will discuss all things relevant and topical in the Fleet and Transport Sector. If you are a...

Whistleblowing and reporting to the DVSA In this episode, Pete explores and helps you to understand what whistleblowing is.  The pain it can cause you and your fleet operation and how you can prevent it occurring.  As well as the ramifications of what can happen if your operation is reported. Each week Pete and his guests will discuss all things relevant and topical in the Fleet and Transport Sect...

Why should you monitor Adblue and Fuel Usage? In this episode, Pete explores, why you need to monitor fuel and adblue, who may check you are doing it and why.  As well as how you can measure it too. Each week Pete and his guests will discuss all things relevant and topical in the Fleet and Transport Sector. If you are a Fleet or Transport Professional who wants to develop your skills, network and...

HR Update - Upcoming changes you need to know about with Nicki In this episode, Pete meets Nicki to catch up on recent HR updates including flexible working, paternity leave, carers leave and holiday and rolled up holiday revisions. Each week Pete and his guests will discuss all things relevant and topical in the Fleet and Transport Sector. If you are a Fleet or Transport Professional who wants to...

Understanding and implementing a just culture in your fleet business. In this episode, Pete explains what a just culture is, why it is important and how you can create one too. Each week Pete and his guests will discuss all things relevant and topical in the Fleet and Transport Sector. If you are a Fleet or Transport Professional who wants to develop your skills, network and opportunities. The Fle...

6 fundamental leadership skills for a Transport Manager. In this episode, I take a look at 6 key areas you should be nurturing, developing and improving as a Transport Manager, to enable you to develop your effectiveness and performance in a Transport Manager role. Each week Pete and his guests will discuss all things relevant and topical in the Fleet and Transport Sector. If you are a Fleet or Tr...

Understanding Waste Transport withe sector expert Chris Kehoe. In this episode, Chris and Pete explore CIWM, COTC and WAMITAB qualifications.  Chris explains the different areas to consider when moving, storing or processing waste. Each week Pete and his guests will discuss all things relevant and topical in the Fleet and Transport Sector. If you are a Fleet or Transport Professional who wants to...

Upcoming 2024 Fleet events NOT TO MISS! In this episode, I take a look at 5 or 6 key industry events that are coming up in the next 6 months.  Why they are worth attending and where they are held. Each week Pete and his guests will discuss all things relevant and topical in the Fleet and Transport Sector. If you are a Fleet or Transport Professional who wants to develop your skills, network and op...

Things to look out for in 2024 for Fleet Operators with the Weightmans Team. In this episode, the third of a series of three podcasts with Chris Powell and Sarah Jennings from the Weightmans Transport Regulatory Team.  We explore the focus areas and things to look out for as well as new challenges that may arise in 2024 for Fleet Operators. Each week Pete and his guests will discuss all things rel...

A look back at key learnings for Fleet Operators from 2023 with the Weightmans Team. In this episode, the second of a series of three podcasts with Chris Powell and Sarah Jennings from the Weightmans Transport Regulatory Team.  We explore the key learnings from Chris and Sarah on what the focus areas for the Office of the Traffic Commissioner and DVSA were in 2023. Each week Pete and his guests wi...

Fleet Growth, Risk Management, Training, Tech Solutions & Regulatory Defence with the Weightmans Team. In this episode, the first of a series of three podcasts with Chris Powell and Sarah Jennings from the Weightmans Transport Regulatory Team.  I explore these 5 core areas where Fleet businesses can proactively seek advice and support. Each week Pete and his guests will discuss all things rele...

Ever thought of running your own Driver CPC Training? With John BagleyEver thought of running your own Driver CPC Training? With John Bagley, Founder of Compass Transport Solutions. In this episode, John discusses his journey from being a driver to delivering training and the development he has been on.  John is one of the Peer to Peer Group and recently completed his train the trainer with Flagsh...

PI's, running the show and facing his fears with Wojciech Pilisniak.  Wojciech is a Director of Delta Transport, who awe have supported through recent challenges with compliance. In this episode, Wojciech discusses facing the OTC as well as growing up as the only English speaker in his polish family and the responsibilities he is taking on as a young man, taking on running the family business. Eac...

Understanding driver distraction with Dr Lisa Dorn who is an Associate Professor of Driver Behaviour at Cranfield University and founder of PsyDrive Group. https://www.psydrivegroup.com/contact In this episode, Lisa and Pete discuss driver distaction as part of a series of 3 podcasts covering, Workload, Skill Fade and Driver Distraction. These are extensive topics that Lisa has done extensive rese...

What is skills fade for Drivers? with Dr Lisa Dorn who is an Associate Professor of Driver Behaviour at Cranfield University and founder of PsyDrive Group. https://www.psydrivegroup.com/contact In this episode, Lisa and Pete discuss skill fade as part of a series of 3 podcasts covering, Workload, Skill Fade and Driver Distraction. These are extensive topics that Lisa has done extensive research ov...

Understanding driver workload with Dr Lisa Dorn who is an Associate Professor of Driver Behaviour at Cranfield University and founder of PsyDrive Group. https://www.psydrivegroup.com/contact In this episode, Lisa and Pete discuss driver workload as part of a series of 3 podcasts covering, Workload, Skill Fade and Driver Distraction. These are extensive topics that Lisa has done extensive research...

Driving for Better Business with Simon Turner of the DfBB, which is part of the National Highways. In this episode, Simon explains a rundown of some of the exciting campaigns both in the pipeline with Driving for Better Business and those toolkits already available. This includes the fantastic Van Driver Toolkit which is available now https://www.drivingforbetterbusiness.com/  As well as the upcom...

Top 10 common mistakes found at audit for Fleet Operators In this episode, Pete provides a rundown on the most common mistakes found at audits for operators.  There are some which are surprisingly common! Each week Pete and his guests will discuss all things relevant and topical in the Fleet and Transport Sector. If you are a Fleet or Transport Professional who wants to develop your skills, networ...

Why the Fleet Geeks Peer to Peer Group could be an excellent investment in 2024. In this episode, Pete explains more about the Peer to Peer Group.  The group has been running for over 18 months and Pete explains all the benefits as well as the excellent feedback from members.  Worth a consideration when you are planning your CPD for the next 12 months! Each week Pete and his guests will discuss al...

I didn't think awards really mattered!  This is what I actually learned. Recognition is really important and you must be recognising the good the behaviour and outcomes in your business, and your work colleagues. Each week Pete and his guests will discuss all things relevant and topical in the Fleet and Transport Sector. If you are a Fleet or Transport Professional who wants to develop your skills...

The consequences of quitting!  It isn't easy to quit and there can be consequences to consider personally, particularly if you are looking to leave your full time job. In this episode Pete explores the consequences of quitting.  Why you may not want to and how to progress if you do but are scared of the impact on your income. Each week Pete and his guests will discuss all things relevant and topic...

6 reasons I just renewed Flagship's First Aid for Drivers CPC approval! In this episode Pete explores driver cpc training and why getting the right subjects is vital.  First Aid in particular is a life skill and there are 6 reasons you should consider using Driver CPC to get this qualification for your drivers too! Each week Pete and his guests will discuss all things relevant and topical in the F...