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Season Five
Episode 93
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Inside the CZ Zone: A Journey With Dedicated Route Drivers
Samuel Reidling delves into the fundamentals of managing dedicated routes, where drivers, both seasoned and new, navigate specific lanes primarily between California, Texas, and Florida. His role as a driver manager hinges on balancing needs and expectations with the realities of road life. Rich in SEO keywords such as ‘dedicated routes,’ ‘driver management,’ and ‘transport logistics,’ the episode uncovers the challenges that come with the territory, from ensuring on-time deliveries to fostering trust and understanding with a diverse group of drivers. The conversation segues into an exploration of the non-behind-the-wheel experience Samuel brings to his role, highlighting the importance of empathy and adaptability in driver management.
Stevens Transport Recruiter Share the Benefits of Becoming an Independent Contractor
Herbert Floyd is highlighted as an independent contractor recruiter with an impressive record of driving 3.4 million miles. Known in the trucking community as the “greatest of all truckers,” Floyd brings a wealth of experience to his role, having been inducted into the Hall of Fame three times over. His transition from driver to recruiter allows him to share his insights and wisdom with new drivers looking to start their own trucking businesses.
Caleb Ridlinger works alongside Floyd as an independent contractor recruiter. His background as a former driver manager (DM) and driver lends a well-rounded perspective to the recruiting process. Ridlinger’s analytical approach complements Floyd’s experiential knowledge, equipping potential independent contractors with the necessary tools for success in the trucking industry.
Trucker Tim Cicciarelli engages in an insightful conversation with Herbert Floyd and Caleb Ridlinger, independent contractor recruiters from Stevens Transport. The discussion provides a deep dive into the journey and benefits of becoming an independent contracted driver, highlighting the support system available through Stevens Transport.
As recruiters, Floyd and Ridlinger elaborate on their roles in helping drivers transition to being business owners, stressing the importance of both experiential knowledge and analytical skills. The episode underlines the dynamic partnership between Floyd’s on-the-road expertise and Ridlinger’s knack for numbers, ultimately aiding drivers in their pursuit of the American Dream.
Listeners can expect to gain a clearer understanding of the pathways to success within the trucking industry. The conversation reveals how Stevens Transport lays out a comprehensive plan for drivers, supporting them at every stage from initial orientation to ongoing classes and personalized recruitment strategies.
Driver Spotlight: Richard Wallace
Join Richard Wallace as he shares his experiences on the road that helped him reach two million miles. From starting at Stevens to his favorite things about trucking, Richard reflects on how this achievement feels and gives valuable advice to fellow drivers and newcomers alike.
See the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYgAMJUM0nc
Tip of the Stevens Cap: Independent Contractor Driver, Mario Williams
Congratulations to Mario Williams, Independent Contractor, for the outstanding achievement of THREE million miles with Stevens Transport! Mario joins a very prestigious group of only 40 elite drivers with 3 million miles in the Stevens Transport Million Mile Haul of Fame! Also an accomplished driver trainer, we are thankful he shares his knowledge with new drivers. His discipline, dedication, and steadfast commitment to his family, the industry, and making a positive impact in everything he does, contributes to why Mario is a remarkable representative of Stevens Transport. Thank you Mario!
To start your million-mile journey, apply here: https://intelliapp2.driverapponline.com
Safety Tip of the Week From Stevens Safety Supervisor, Terrance D. Burgess
Trucker Tim shares a safety tip from Stevens Safety Supervisor, Terrence D. Burgess regarding traffic light violations, intersection accidents, and hard-braking events.
Trucker Song of the Week: Twenty One Days (Live) – Cory Morrow
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Season Five
Episode 92
Episode 91
Episode 90
Episode 89
Episode 88
Episode 87
Episode 86
Episode 85
Episode 84
Episode 83
Episode 82
Episode 81
Episode 80
Season Four
Episode 79
Episode 78
Episode 77
Episode 76
Episode 75
Episode 74
Episode 73
Episode 72
Episode 71
Episode 70
Episode 69
Episode 67
Episode 66
Episode 65
Episode 64
Episode 63
Episode 62
Episode 61
Episode 60
Episode 59
Episode 58
Episode 57
Episode 56
Episode 55
Episode 54
Episode 53
Season Three
Episode 52
Episode 51
Episode 50
Episode 49
Episode 48
Episode 47
Episode 46
Episode 45
Episode 44
Episode 43
Episode 42
Episode 41
Episode 40
Episode 38
Episode 37
Episode 36
Episode 35
Episode 34
Episode 33
Episode 32
Episode 31
Episode 30
Episode 29
Episode 28
Episode 27
Season Two
Episode 26
Episode 25
Episode 24