Sense Per Mile

The U.S. immigration crackdown is about to cripple the supply chain. This week on Sense Per Mile, we break down the logistics: fewer essential immigrant workers means the driver shortage will explode. This forces desperate carriers to rush hiring, drives up operating costs, and will drastically increase insurance rates. We expose the policy domino effect and what this means for every paycheck, eve...

 This week on Sense Per Mile, we tackle the single most dangerous financial question in trucking: Are you a legal W-2 employee or a true 1099 owner-operator? We expose the "control test," the hidden tax bombs of self-employment, and the brutal audits that crush carriers and drivers when a company uses 1099s to mask a full-time employee. Stop getting screwed—we break down the legal line y...

Is your trucking company bleeding drivers? It's not the pay, it's the toxic leadership. This episode of Sense Per Mile exposes the silent reason for sky-high turnover: bad bosses, micromanagement, and zero respect. We show you how toxic leaders are sabotaging retention and what you (or your company) MUST do right now to keep your best drivers. Don't let a bad boss ruin your career. Pow...

Forget what you think you know. Transportation compliance isn't just paperwork; it's a minefield. Laws change overnight, penalties crush businesses, and one wrong move can cost you everything. This episode of Sense Per Mile rips into the brutal reality of ever-changing regulations. We expose the hidden dangers, reveal the ultimate strategies to stay compliant, and show you exactly how to n...

In this episode, we ask a broker anything and then bring in a carrier and former driver to weigh in. Are brokers essential connectors, or just middlemen taking too much off the top? We dig into whether they’re really the bad guys, or if the truth is more complicated. Powered by CDLLife Sponsors: Tenstreet TAFS, Inc Guests: Andrew Hendry, Tenstreet Pedro Petersen, the Logistics Lounge Brian Helton,...

That shiny new tech you're drooling over? It could be the bullet with your company's name on it. This isn't about innovation; it's about survival. Many businesses are blindly throwing money at the latest gadgets and software, not realizing they're digging their own graves. Powered by CDLLife Sponsors: Tenstreet Mesilla Valley Transport Guests: Nate Johnson, GLCS

Cost per hire is one of the most common recruiting metrics, but is it a good one? In this video, we'll break down the pros and cons of focusing on cost per hire and reveal why a low CPH could actually be a sign of a failing recruitment strategy. PLUS: A big announcement about your next chance to see us in person! Powered by CDLLife Sponsors: tenstreet Guests: Kevin Hall, CEO, CDLLife

The trucking market is brutal, and every carrier is facing an impossible choice: Do you chase growth and expand your empire, or do you batten down the hatches and protect your hard-earned margins at all costs? In this no-holds-barred episode of Sense Per Mile, we're dissecting the ultimate strategic dilemma for trucking companies navigating a rough market. We'll dive into the risks and rew...

The trucking industry has been through a whirlwind, and the constant stress is taking its toll. In this special episode, we're putting the news and drama aside to do a simple but crucial check-in. We've gathered some of our most trusted friends and industry experts from different areas of transportation to ask them a single question: Are you okay? This is a raw, honest conversation about how they'...

The trucking industry's recruiting nightmare just got a whole lot worse. In this explosive episode of Sense Per Mile, we're exposing a shocking new trend where some employers are now  charging carriers to respond to legally required employment verifications . This predatory practice is nothing short of extortion, holding up the hiring process and adding another crippling tax on companies a...

The 401k was a colossal mistake... and it was never meant to be your retirement plan. In this explosive episode of Sense Per Mile, we're exposing the broken promises behind our modern benefits system and revealing why the decline of retirement security is a bigger part of the trucking industry's retention nightmare than you realize. We sit down with the very person who created the 401k, an...

MAJOR INDUSTRY ALERT! Get ready for breaking news that could completely shake up the recruiting side of the transportation industry! This is a development you need to know about if you're involved in hiring, retention, or career planning in trucking and logistics. But there's more. We're also honored to host two incredible women from different facets of the transportation world?  We&#3...

Are rising insurance costs driving you out of business? In this explosive episode of Sense Per Mile, we're exposing the dark side of the trucking insurance industry. We'll uncover how nuclear verdicts, skyrocketing premiums, and unrealistic risk assessments are crippling carriers, impacting driver retention, and threatening the very foundation of the supply chain. Get ready to hear the raw...

What's coming for freight in 2025? We're breaking down the latest forecasts for freight rates, the impact of the financial market, and the ever-critical driver recruiting landscape. Get ready for expert insights on spot vs. contract, interest rates, and how to attract and retain top talent. Don't miss this essential guide to navigating the future of trucking! Powered by: CDLLife x HOT...

While the world celebrates freedom, truckers are out there earning it mile by mile. In this patriotic episode of  Sense Per Mile , we salute the men and women who keep America moving every day, every night, and every holiday in between.  Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICES Sponsors: MyCarrierPortal Tenstreet Guests: Tom Resz, Tenstreet Chris MIles, Sonepar Evan Steger, Time2Shine

More drivers are turning smartphones into side hustles by growing brands, launching businesses, and cashing in on content. In this episode, we break down how truckers are using social media to stack income without adding miles. Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICESSponsors:TAFS, inc. TenstreetGuests:Ingrid Brown, BlackJack ExpressVann Brown, Brown Ox Ventures

We ask the question who has it worse in the current market? Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICESSponsors:Mesilla Valley Transportation TenstreetGuests:Kevin Nadeau, TenstreetKevin Hill, CarrierSource

The trucking industry is desperate for new blood but why do so many fresh drivers leave within months? In this episode of Sense Per Mile, we break down the harsh realities new drivers face, what fleets can do to keep them, and whether the system is too broken to fix. If you’re a recruiter, driver, or fleet owner, this is the conversation you can’t afford to miss. Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SER...

We talk to James Year who has spent the last year following around AI powered driverless trucks in Texas about his new documentary. Also Paul shows off what Veo 3 can do. Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICESSponsors:TAFS TenstreetGuests:James Year, JournalistBob Peckham, Tenstreet

Non-compete agreements are spreading fast in the trucking industry but are they legal, fair, or even enforceable? In this explosive episode of Sense Per Mile we sit down with top transportation attorneys to break down the real impact these contracts are having on drivers, carriers, and recruiters. Whether you’re behind the wheel or behind a desk, this is the legal insight you need to hear. Powered...

Charles goes to Large card and guitars to see how drivers look for jobs during tough economic times and Paul stays behind to dig into the data with tenstreet! Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICESSponsors:MyCarrierPortalTenstreetGuests:Tim CrawfordTaylor BarkerTony Justice Long Haul Paul& more!

We break down what dispatchers do and don’t do that cause driver turnover, what is and isn’t their fault, and an interesting future for the position. Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICESSponsors:TAFSTenstreet

Charles breaks down everything you missed at this year’s Tenstreet user conference! Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICESSponsors:Mesilla Valley Transportation TenstreetGuests:Drew Sparks, TenstreetJulie Strokos, Tenstreet

Charles and Paul cover BCS Indianapolis live from the podcast booth! Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICESSponsors:Broker Carrier SummitTai SoftwareMyCarrierPortalTAFS incTenstreetGuests:Dan Lindsey, Broker Carrier SummitRobert Bain, Broker Carrier SummitJosh Hanes, Broker Carrier SummitCourtney George, Wreaths Across America Dale Prax, FreightValidateNate Johnson, GLCSDanielle Spinelli, MyCarri...

Charles and Paul bring you the 100th episode of sense per mile! Our goal has always been to bring the industry the driver perspective and ways to make it better! In this episode make a list of things we knew, things that are new, and the news! Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICESSponsors:MyCarrierPortalTenstreet