You want to become an expedite owner-operator to launch a new career, see the country, and take charge of your financial future. But if you overlook significant start-up expenses, you'll put yourself (and your health) under a lot of stress as you struggle to pay the bills and keep your dream alive. So, avoid unpleasant surprises by making sure you can cover all your startup costs before diving into the expedite lifestyle. 1. Carrier Costs When you're planning your startup cos...

As an expedite owner-operator, you want the freedom to be your own boss, earn a good living, and provide for your family. But with that freedom comes responsibility. That's because it can be easy-especially if you're new to the industry-to fall into the trap of spending money as quickly as you take it in, driving your business toward a financial cliff. So, how can you avoid that trap and put your business on a smoother road to long-term success? Keep these three keys-what I ...

If you do it right, expediting can be a lucrative and rewarding business where you can be your own boss, set your own schedule, and see the country on someone else's dime. But if you're looking at expediting as just another job or a get-rich-quick business opportunity, watch out! You could be setting yourself up for failure before you even get started. So, here are seven mistakes to avoid to put yourself in a stronger position to succeed in the expedited trucking business. M...

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The all-electric 2022 Ford E-Transit cargo van will begin production soon, with vehicles arriving at dealerships in the next few months with a starting list price of $43,295 to $52,690. But preproduction models are already "in the wild" with the Ford Pro pilot program, which includes Penske Truck Leasing and National Grid as among the first companies to begin operating the electric vans in real-world scenarios. So, if you're an expedite owner-operator or fleet owner who runs ...

The ancient Roman emperor and philosopher, Marcus Aurelius, put it best when he said, "Our life is what our thoughts make it." And the same can be said about your business. It becomes what your "thoughts make it" to be. But how do you ensure you're focusing on the thoughts that take you toward your goals and not away from them? One way is to consume content that inspires you to grow, challenges you to think differently, and offers good ideas and tested strategies to help you ...

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"I'll be honest, Sean. I don't think sales is for you." As I reflect on this piece of "advice" from a potential employer about 27 years ago, I think about how misunderstanding what "sales" truly means can hold us back from achieving our highest potential in any business, including expedited trucking. Here's my story and how I believe the lessons learned can also help you be more successful in your career in expediting. What Sales is NOTIn 1995, I was a seminary student lookin...

When it comes to your success in expedited trucking, ignorance is NOT bliss. That's why it's essential to build a team of mentors who are accomplishing what you want to achieve. They're ahead of you on the journey. So, they're especially qualified to share advice to guide you along the way. They encourage you to persist when you feel discouraged and ready to quit prematurely. And they can help you avoid catastrophic mistakes that put you out of business before you really get...