Six-Figure Trucker

Successful drivers play chess, not checkers. No, we’re not talking about moving little wooden pieces on cardboard. We’re talking about moving trucks all over our beautiful country, and those who do it best have a plan. Long before they slide behind the wheel, the best drivers have been crafting a detailed plan. They know where they’re going and how they’re going to get there. They have a strategy...

If Guy Fieri is the ‘Mayor of Flavortown,’ our guest today is the Grand Master of Music City. Twilighting as a Chef for Entertainers, Steve Sneed has delighted the pallets of the likes of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Kid Rock, Justin Bieber, AC/DC, and the Beach Boys. Even the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, once made a special entrance to shake our driver’s hand after tasting one of his entrees. And being a che...

The Six-Figure Trucker highlights the successful men and women behind the wheel of the beautiful business of trucking. But it’s not always and only about making money here at SFT. We enjoy highlighting the incredible people that make the wheels of this industry roll. Today we catch up with one of our drivers as he helps to provide relief and aid to the areas in Florida that were recently battered...

To say that our guest today has a great motor is an understatement. This dude’s engine is always running on all cylinders, whether he’s free stylin’ in the Caribbean or working his side hustle in South Beach. He’s a true entrepreneur who goes hard after every venture and plays hard after every success. Edward Thomas is living out his dreams, and it’s all powered by trucking. That’s right, he would...

It’s one thing to transport trucks all over the country. It’s quite another to transport soldiers in the midst of war. Worries about blowing a tire take on a new perspective when your tires have encountered an IED. Our guest today spent eight years in the Army and was deployed twice to the Middle East. In addition to his military experience, Venson Johnson is also a 17-year veteran behind the whee...

Our guest today is a class A driver who’s also a class A gentleman. With over a decade of experience behind the wheel, Ernandez Robinson has a wealth of experience in this industry to share. But, it’s his sterling character and peaceful demeanor that set him apart as a key contributor in this space and someone we can all learn from. They say nice guys finish last. Well, not at Norton and not today...

In every industry, there are secrets of the trade that save time, conserve energy, and maximize profit. Driveaway is no exception. We love to highlight these secrets for drivers on this show, and we’ve got a truckload of them for you today. We’ve got a veteran in the trucking industry with us today. Lloyd Dittfurth is his name, and driveaway is his game that will make him a quarter of a million do...

It has been said that “In school, you’re taught a lesson, and then given a test. In life, you’re given a test that teaches the lesson.” Our guest today has faced his share of tests and has masters-level lessons to share. There were numerous sleepless nights when as a business owner in this industry, he had over a million dollars worth of debt on trucks he couldn’t move. Then there were sleepless n...

Before he was a holiday hero, Phillip Knowles was a transportation engineer with an itch for the open roads. His love for travel and desire for freedom to explore the world made him a perfect match for driveaway with Norton Transport. We’re pleased to welcome Phillip to the podcast on today's episode of the #SixFigureTrucker  Show Notes O Canada! We catch up with Phillip on the road in Quebec (0:5...

He was broke. So broke that he had to quit smoking just to have enough money to eat. But, just two weeks shy of declaring bankruptcy, our guest today made the change of his life. He quit his job and made the leap to driveaway. Bryan Bonar quickly found freedom with himself as his boss and the open road in front of him. In a matter of months, he went from broke to boss! That was 20 years ago and, n...

He planned to drive for one year and then move on to his next career. Eleven years later, Shungo Walker is a veteran driver and trainer who’s grown to love the open road. With Six Figures in his pocket, a happy family by his side, and a shot of Don Julio tequila in his hand, it’s safe to say he’s found his lane. Shungo is living his best life. We’re grateful to have him join us today on the Six Fi...

For most people, the thought of driving their car into the heart of New York City makes their palms a little sweaty. Imagine driving a vehicle that is hauling a 100-ton railroad crane for delivery in downtown Queens. When this load hit the wires, one driver stepped up and had the goods to deliver. Frank Tomko is his name, and he joins us today on the Six-Figure Trucker! In this unique episode, we...

Before she was driving trucks, our guest today was driving the lane with basketball in hand as an All-Star counterpart to NBA Legend Alonzo Mourning. “Zo” was the star of the boy's team, while Deanna Kearney was the star of the girl's team of Indian River High School in Chesapeake, VA. Her basketball skills gained her a full-ride scholarship and a full complement of character and insight that have...

On this episode, we’re pleased to have one of driveaway’s best drivers out on the road. We welcome Ta-Riesha Jackson to the show. Ta-Riesha has extensive experience in the transportation industry through a 20+ year career as a driver and instructor with Greyhound Bus. Yet, as a single mom working for another company, her finances and freedom were limited through those years. But Miss J is limited...

Our guest today has seen his fair share of bumpy roads during his 34-year career in trucking. So much so, he’s been officially dubbed Daniel “Bumpy” Rhodes Jr. But, you don’t take that as your nickname unless you’ve learned to ride those bumpy roads to your advantage. As Danny will say, “if you can take it, you can make it”. He’s certainly taken a few shots to the chin, including a recent bankrupt...

From the time he was a boy, the unmistakable sight and sound of an 18-wheeler rumbling down the road has captured the imagination of Gerard Lehman. Listening to him talk, you can hear the enthusiasm in his voice for the incredible power and precision of the magnificent machinery we call a truck. For 20+ years now, Gerard has made his living behind the wheel, doing what he loves. But, make no mista...

Can you put a price tag on freedom? We're talking about the freedom to work when you want to work, buy what you need to buy, or help who you need to help in a time of need. We're talking about the freedom to provide security and stability for your family. What is this freedom worth? Though many people would say that this kind of freedom is worth everything, they often see it as merely a dream and...

“You are driving the wrong truck!” No truck driver ever wants to hear those chilling words. That’s the stuff of nightmares. But, our guest today wasn’t dreaming when he heard that line from a dispatcher, and he was already 800 miles down a snow-covered highway. The VIN he had checked was off by a single digit – the last one – a single digit that brought Armahn Britt to the brink. It had already be...

The stereotypical image of a truck driver doesn’t usually involve great hair, fancy nails, and shoes that match the outfit. But, don’t be fooled by appearances. While our guest today certainly puts glam behind the wheel, she also puts Six Figures in her pocket as a professional in this space. We talk with Julie Johnson today and hear how her love for driving and a keen sense of business has found...

Our guest today is living proof that you can make Six Figures in trucking and still have a life. Jermaine Dudley puts his family first, refuses to cut corners, keeps a safe and reasonable pace, and even pastors a church on the weekends. Yet, the good Reverend still brings home nearly three grand a week as a truck driver revving up those engines as a deck driver for Norton Transport. That’s incredi...

Hearing a guy compare himself to a famously handsome superstar athlete like Rob Gronkowski might typically cause you to roll your eyes at the obviously inflated ego in your presence. In fact, it might cause you to think of another Scott, with the first name of Michael. But, when Jermaine goes there, your impulse is the opposite. For, Jermaine goes there in order to celebrate the incredible team ar...

Highlights from this episode include:  From Showbiz to Trucking - Hear about the switch that David calls the best move he’s ever made (1:30) Here Comes the Boom - David ventures into driving the Boom (5:55) Can a Family Man run with Driveaway? David talks budgets and time with a young family (11:20) The People and Money that made David’s transition to the Boom an incredible blessing (19:44) David’...

As we gear up for season 2, we wanted to relive a few of our favorite moments from season 1. Maybe some of these memorable lines will inspire you to go back and listen again to our inaugural season or jazz you up for episodes to come.   The wheels of season two are already rollin’ and will hit the airwaves in the coming weeks. Stay tuned! The Six Figure Trucker is a regular conversation that share...

A natural-born inventor, Joe Bockenstette found his niche in the trucking industry. Though he had his CDL at 21, he didn’t take his seat behind the wheel until his fifties, as a second career. But, in spite of his relatively late start, Joe quickly became a legend in this field as he engaged his engineer mind and innovative spirit to reshape the Boom Trailer Transport industry. But, his impact on...

Behind every Six-Figure Trucker, there is an all-star supporting cast. In this episode, we go behind the scenes to catch up with one of Norton’s most important and hardest working members of the team. We’re catching up with Truckyard Legend, Dave Skeen. His endless knowledge, tireless work ethic, and genuine concern for drivers have earned Dave his legendary status. There’s a reason why drivers ar...