Advice to new truckers

[@aaronmelson2887]

Started my truck career in sept 2016. I drive for swift. I’m 33. No kids, wife, mortgage or rent. I now lease through swift. I’m doing aight. I’m just glad to be out the hood in Chicago.

[@Fat_slim3]

MelsonWithTrucking I'm with shift too. From Chicago but live in Texas so I feel you

[@user-gs3hh3le5z]

Im 20 is this a good career

[@user-gs3hh3le5z]

Why is the beginning me😃😃😃

[@anthonyterrill8913]

Good for you, sir.

[@med2024bravo]

MelsonWithTrucking so how much you make a week?

[@DaBeastz21]

I’m 24 just got my CDL, no rent,no kids, just broke up with my girl, orientation starts in a few days let’s get this bread!

[@Zero67891]

Same boat bro I’m just 1 year younger. Hopefully in a year I can afford a Hellcat

[@racekrasser7869]

@@Zero67891 Hopefully you came to your senses and didn't waste your money on that car...

[@boutrous92]

Trucker Brown is a smart man guys. Listen to this shit 100%.

[@Sirfred0official]

So glad I came across this video. Just got my CDL a week ago.

[@doug6839]

I'm actually with Schneider and I'm 22 years old and I started about 10 months ago and so far I've saved up $23,000 I don't get where you're only putting $100 away you should be putting around 800 to 1000 away if you don't have any bills to pay

[@pandavinchy]

Douglas Mccarthy I’m 22 and I want to start this shit get a ball going on it , how do I get into shneider ? I got call from CR England but they pay really low and I am not going for $10 a hour. Any advice ?

[@anya6498]

i was saying the same thang,,,,,

[@M21assult]

He's saying at least that into savings/week. (But the rest is sitting in checking, so if you're responsible and not hemorrhaging out your checking balance, you'll have more.)

[@BAkins-xh9wr]

What division???

[@anthonywalker8056]

wish someone gave me this GAME at 21yrs old. man I would be a millionaire 12x over. but I'm still ok. this is the same advise I'm trying to give young brothers today, some are so scared to leave the city. it's money on this road, that truck can be your office. I've taken care of 6 kids and 2 wife's, lmao . you younger cats learn, listen, and don't make are mistakes. but understand frieght is getting good. me and my brother just bought 2 homes on an acre. I'm getting back on the road, gonna make. 8 to 10g in 30days.. company driving. gonna save half of that for 6months buy another rig. don't get involved in all this emotional political b.s. right now, get your money. Great video, you young brothers have pumped me back up to hit that road again!! been watching these for a couple months now.

[@AlexanderBeenGreat]

Love the videos fam. I'm a 24 year old owner op. You always keep me thinkin positive

[@alwaysrunning6563]

This was the best advice I heard since starting my research. I’m definitely doing this in six months 👍🏾

[@brandonallen3400]

Please please if you're serious about getting into trucking take in what trucker brown just said imma make a long story short I was 21 yesterday now I'm 31 I just got my cdl take advantage y'all take advantage do your self a favor handle your business now

[@st3v3nb915]

Brandon Allen word!!

[@rr-fg3ro]

Yeah man, same story here. Started at 31 and wished I had started at 21. This beats the pants off of being in a dead end job designed to make a few at the top rich.

[@MandatoryMiko]

Im in my mid 30s and looking to change careers to trucking. You're videos will save me years of heartache with the knowledge you're putting out there. Thank you.

[@matthewmonsees8288]

I'm 36, have a truck with my own numbers. Got my CDL around 6 months after turning 21. This is the, and I mean *the* best beginner driver/ 21year old advice I have seen on KZbin.

[@MakeCentsTrucking]

Solid! Those who follow this will find financial freedom.

[@2HEARMEOUT]

MakeCents love your channel. Just subscribed

[@DLG49]

right now i'm 20 years old, and this November i'll be 21 years old. no kid, no girl, no rent, still living with parents, and no car. my uncle got me interested in trucking. So what your telling me makes alot of sense, i'm going to list what i'm going to do NOTE: this is selfish of me. 1. get my cdl license through a trucking company, and get my 200+ hours with a trainer 2. i'm going to be gone for months, so no rent and car payments are out of the question 3. direct deposit will keep saving me money for each weekend i get paid, and when that money reaches the target amount in my account i'll transfer that over to my savings account and leave it there. 4. i'll stay with my parents as much as i can, until they get tired of me. 5. I pay for a storage space, and go to a motel to stay until my next haul. 6. repeat step 3 over time, and repeat step 5 until i feel comfortable with the amount of money i'll have and decide to retire and spoil myself until i die. My plan, sounds like make believe but i believe i can do it.

[@CONTENDER791]

If you dont have a STRONG WORK ETHIC forget about trucking.

[@ZacR12]

Signing up for cdl school in a few weeks im 23, currently watching allll the truckers dos and donts!glad I found this one🤟🏻

[@thollins6582]

I'm saving this for my sons please don't take it down

[@shepherdman995]

T Hollins I

[@fijianprincess2222]

For real. I have 2 sons.....19 and 15. Don't take this down....Imma show them this

[@happyemoji6553]

You guys need to educate your sons and they’ll get 6 figures with dignity. Not saying trucking isn’t, but help your children achieve more than you did.

[@bleachmandagreatest4822]

Happy Emoji she could be talking about how to save money not really about the trucking side of thing you can’t take the principals he’s saying and implement them in other life things that’s what gems are

[@gogiyar]

I am an architect, and I'm tired of working for 12 years at a computer. now i want to get behind the truck and start traveling

[@Juxce843]

I love my son's but damn i missed being single with no kid's.

[@linkedsince9175]

I'm 27, just got in the game. Don't have any kids or ties, I'm not gonna lie, I want to get a car that I want. Awesome info man, look forward to these videos and advise

[@truckershawnalwaysgone8181]

How’s it going bro what company you with

[@dominice8768]

Heavily considering starting a career in trucking I’ve searching KZbin up and down the past couple days finding information about the trucking industry/lifestyle and I can say this is by far the most helpful and informative video I’ve watched yet I made 21 in January no kids ,ole lady , car note or any other major bill besides car insurance I’ll continue to watch all of your videos bc the knowledge is by far the realist appreciate you bro you’ve helped me out a lot 💯 💪

[@ShowNoMercy7]

You just got yourself a new sub. You spilling out the secret to financial freedom

[@dongari7119]

You won me over on this video and all your great advice!! Just wish i had some one school me back in 2007 when i first started trucking. Keep up the good work BRUH!!!!

[@cirog6133]

I’m 19 and just got my CDL last Friday and I’ve been driving for sometime now with the CLP and I’m focused, thanks for the helpful advice!!

[@silviocastell8889]

Get it , pimp!

[@danielyounker5371]

Is that intrastate only? Since you’re 19.

[@TheHeisenbird]

@@danielyounker5371 Dude is is at least 22 by now, but yes, 21 is the age requirement for OTR so if you're younger then you're forced to do local.

[@terrancer2062]

I appreciate the video because no one really gives advice to the young people trying to get in the industry!

[@christopherplecker5088]

$100 is nothing. I don't know how you could get say $700 a week on average and find a way to spend $600 unless you love Truck Stop food or lot lizards. I keep $150 a week for general expenses and have a cell phone bill, spotify, , etc. I rarely add less than $200 a week into savings.

[@lordvader7084]

Thts wat I was thinking, shit if u make $600-$1k a week thts nearly 4k a month, I would put atleast 1k a month into savings

[@eaz1991]

I make 1500 driving for uber in boston

[@loading...7583]

@@eaz1991 bull shit. maybe in your dreams you make that

[@damariusj.lindsay664]

Buddy really be putting us on game.. I’m finna chuck up the deuces with this army shit and go drive

[@Thebeerhistorian]

Dude Im 30 with no kids no wife. I'm doing this, thank you brother!

[@jxflex7307]

Bryan Eich keep at it man. Keep going for success

[@dakotawalker7117]

I'm 29 and looking into getting my cdl

[@daviddebergh254]

I have a son and child support at 23 but I'm living in my truck and using my family's house for home time. Keep it real and rollin TB.

[@blackwolf340]

Trucker Brown I do have to tell you I hope I meet you one day and just let you know in person that you are the main reason why I got into Trucking I just want to say thank you

[@lazarogonzalez4537]

I just had a new born and looking into getting my cdl doing over the road first year and local after first year.

[@MRNIMUN247]

Facts 🙏🏽💯💯💯 had I only been privy to this knowledge at 21 myself smh lol

[@marcusbradley8529]

Im 23 just started the game only responsibility i got is a phone bill. Im already knowing

[@devont1760]

Facts we younglings in this...we finna kill em ! just wait until we 30... 💸

[@brandonallen3400]

You are so blessed bruh don't get no other bills if you can help save save

[@uchihaskates]

Same here I'm 23

[@uchihaskates]

No Bills

[@jaydarookie7104]

shid 20. trying to run up a check

[@rbanta710]

Live small, save big

[@jamespeschke1563]

Good on you bro! I'm not a trucker,and I don't know why I find myself watching your video. I've watched quite a few. I'm always struck by how real you are. I was fortunate to have a few people in my life that gave me talks like yours. A lot of people don't, and you are giving them an amazing gift. You are helping to raise them, figuratively like a big brother, but also literally in real life. You are raising them up by giving them a helping hand. You have done something that will help people for who knows how long, because it will live on the web, even after you are long gone.

[@Madelineapolonia]

My favorite part of your video is that you’re speaking the TRUEST SHIT! Thank you for educating people with the truth on ALOT of topics!!!! Keep posting!!! We’ll keep watching!!!!

[@josesantana27]

Trucker Brown, I really, really, appreciate the strategy and mindset. Man! I wish someone would have persuade me to do trucking when I was younger. I will be getting into trucking later in the game, I am 47 but you better believe that I will be like that 21 year old that is single not renting and having a strategy with my finances. I am truly grateful and inspired by your insight and advice. Thank you My brother. Hopefully I can run into you one day while out in the field to thank you personally.

[@empressnadirahmoore5061]

Nice to see s'one in there 40's just going into trucking...How's things going for you now?

[@AuroraHenderson]

I'm a 22yo female. I'm starting late, but I'm glad I found this video before I left for training. Now I have another goal I can achieve.

[@dejaungraham4502]

23, 2 kids and a wife. I got bills and shit but I still need that 1k a week. OTR for a 1 or 2 years then I'm going local.

[@demarmobleyjr5152]

Your videos trucker brown makes perfect sense to me for a young adult like myself going into the trucking world.

[@elluv4048]

Good advice man... I'm a new comer to the trucking industry.... I'll be starting in July...

[@inmyzone7080]

Very unique channel I’m going back to the basics thanks tb

[@trini-dat6675]

Straight tip on that IRA. After the multiple videos you have made, and cracked me up, this tip just did the final push that got me to subscribe. Keep them coming TB.

[@schaeeveryday1329]

I’ve thought about getting into trucking I’m 20 at the moment. This video really encouraged me a lot! You’re a trucking guru @truckerbrown

[@mommie2quads]

Good stuff, educate the young bucks.

[@yoooo3231]

I save 10,000 in 3 months as an otr. I'm thinking bout lease operating a truck in 6 months. Better yet I'm thinking Bout buying a dually and trailer beginning of the year... Got to figure out the loads though

[@firehawk8521]

Adrian Green what’s otr?

[@waqarwld]

he could't answer what is otr .

[@DjScrill314]

Bro this is the REALEST VIDEO EVER 💯💯

[@davedixon74]

Ima fool if I don't come out on top in this game listen to you , Lo and other YTTA members

[@DarylNorthrop]

Just found your channel a few days ago, and really appreciate the videos. I don't drive a truck - but the observations and life advice are so good. Thank you for sharing!

[@jermainecarolinakid6206]

A yo trucker brown u give the most accurate advice!

[@Junebug136]

Another great and straight up video. Not even my ride or die people give it to me straight like this. Truck hard and safe.

[@quisthefittrucker]

Great video I been thinking about jumping on it I hate my job I’m definitely gonna do it now

[@incognegro2315]

Having kids ain’t that bad as it seems. I have 3 kids a house and 2bms. Long as you have a good relationship with your bms that’s all that matters. I served 10yrs in the military and getting into the trucking game at 36. I’m still young, plus I already have an income for life. I’ll be retired before I’m 50 and my kids will be grown 👑

[@TheHeisenbird]

Having kids IS as bad as it seems. Its an 18 year old bill that keeps increasing every year. There are so many people that have quit pursuing their goals and dreams because they chose to have kids and end up living paycheck to paycheck. "Money doesn't buy happiness but being broke doesn't buy anything".

[@incognegro2315]

@@John_R_Jackson_III Clearly that’s not my situation. They don’t ask me for shit. I send my money (not on CS) see my kids whenever I want. Hell I even stay in my BM house when I come out there. I never had issues with these women after our relationship.

[@stepn2myownbeatu-already-k97]

You are very wise...I know a guy that has been trucking for over 15 years and I have been telling him what you said about saving money and instead he had 3 car payments a house he was renting and he was behind on his taxes so he was scared to put his money in the bank because he thought he would get garnished...What is the point in getting a check if as soon as you get it it goes directly to bills and you're not even home but for a couple days a week

[@bloody_tungsten1382]

I’m starting orientation April 22 after 1.5 years of saving and hard work it’s been hard things are going up and I didn’t have a lot of work in construction hopefully it gets better

[@devinbrown6650]

I'm 24. Paying child support. Just lost my temp job. Its something I thought about doing but I finally went through with it. So, I applied for C.R England online yesterday and I start school next week. Being that I'm a temp and paying child support I make less than $300 a week. I get paid $260. $90 for permit and license fee. I'm only 2 hrs away from the school so I'm gonna drive. So gotta pay gas and go to dollar tree for food. I'm actually homeless and sleeping in my ranger. So, theres that haha. I'm flexible with my sleep schedule. I only need 5 hrs to sleep. Depending on how I play it. I can stay up for 35 hrs at least once a week. I got faith and its amazing its weekly pay!!

[@Fat_slim3]

Devin Brown good luck man! Keep your head up and stay blessed

[@Truthtruth144]

Devin Brown MORE POWER AND PRAYER 2 AHCH

[@JasonSmith-zv1rg]

God bless you man

[@st3v3nb915]

Get it bro! Their is money to be made

[@ucetube2801]

Dam bruh ur situation sounds F@#$ED UP!!!!!! U gon be alright tho cuz u sound positive and motivated to get it bro. I wish the best for ya.

[@Dontwatch7556]

This was beautiful! Ty

[@marioncheatham271]

I love, love this video and other ones from you. Thank you for sharing.

[@deandrecook3945]

The best advice for young truckers

[@LVkiller702]

Had a question for you. Have you looked into areas to buy homes and if so what areas have you found that work well with trucking and the cost of the home?

[@Campol09]

I JUST GOT MY CDL LAST MONTH. STILL DOING TRAINING FOR THIS COMPANY IM ABOUT TO WORK FOR. THNKS FOR THE TIPS !!!

[@mcfeelster7852]

How’s it going so far??

[@Campol09]

Mcfeelster awesome!!

[@mcfeelster7852]

Jaime Campa that’s dope!! Hope you go far in life with it brotha✊🏽

[@Jacblack69]

Trucking is probably the only career that you can literally make a million dollars in 10 years in your 40's depending on if you have child support and home bills

[@Consciousness317]

Jacl Black Accurate

[@empressnadirahmoore5061]

Say wahhh😆, what yaws @

[@r6master69]

Try looking into union pipe fitters. My bro makes 35 an hr. You won't do that trucking. Im a trucker by the way

[@r6master69]

@john wayne gacey yeah im not hurting but my bro also has a 9 dollar an hr pension. I don't have that lol.

[@404TRUCKERTV]

man....this will get you out of the rate race for sure.

[@Aleiria13]

Thank-You for sharing the great advise... I will use it wisely as I slowly build my way as an owner-operator once I get the custom truck built I am doing myself, I am in my mid 40’s and am looking forward to a new career after more than a decade as a Kung-fu & Tai-Chi instructor.

[@TheMindOfOpex]

Great video! I think we all wish we could have started at 21

[@tundeedun5778]

You one of the best in the game . Because you learn from your mistake#

[@Adara-Basha]

Everything you said is true. And those numbers are minimal for an example. I suggest at 21yrs old. Split your check 50%(savings/ IRA)and 50% active checking. And watch those stacks builds💚 I love this video..

[@russellmetzger1499]

"Youth is wasted on the young."

[@nobadmojo70]

Great advice! I appreciate your simple presentation of quality information.

[@JonJon-dk3nh]

Excellent videos brother. Can you do a video on what it takes from the start to become an American truck driver and the different classes of American trucks ? Trucker from England

[@darkhaggg]

REAL TALK some people want advice you LITERALLY just told them what to do! I hope people listen. You will love on the truck and be comfortable outside of that bills are just eating money you won't use anything at home but 3 days out a month? Chick wise It's cheaper not to meet her lbs. In any female situation your money is going to that woman whether it's taking care of your family, bills, kids, child support or alimony regardless your a slave in some way your bring extorted. Me I came in to make more for my family I had already. But I know this is true trust him

[@melissawolf553]

Thank you! Great advice!! I don't have kids, a car note, and my mortgage is CHEAP. So I'm really going to save money. And yep, I have a mortgage because I have a ranch for my horse! So that's my biggest expenditure (mortgage + care/food for the horse is about $500/month). I have no credit either... So I'm going to get a cc and keep a small amount on there (20%). Thanks for the advice!

[@emogin9684]

Dropping All Kinzzz pf precious Mental Jewels. T Brown we thank You..

[@seankarst3709]

I wish I heard this 10yrs ago! His not lying.

[@thomasbrown6156]

Sounds like the plan I had in 1996 , when I got into trucking. I was 35,single ,put my stuff in storage, hit the road. I did it for about 9 years.I will be honest ,I hated some things about trucking .I hated all the wasted time and not getting paid for it ,but I did it as long as I could.I saved up a lot of money. I quit trucking in 2005. In 2006 ,I bought a house and paid cash for it.I went back to my old job doing electrical work.I"m 56 now and I just work part-time , some-time. I dont have to work full-time ,cause I dont have many bills and I invested my money wisely .Also ,I went MGTOW many years ago,but that is a whole nother story.

[@happyemoji6553]

Thomas Brown So the government will take your stuff after you die instead of your children. MGTOW’s are angry men that don’t have the personality to live with a female partner. At least you should’ve had a child that takes your genes and you call him a “son” than being an MGTOW. Now you don’t have another choice than being MGTOW because no young woman will want a 56 year old MGTOW and 56 year old females can’t give birth.

[@ThePete1891]

You think a well of man of 56 cant pull a 33yo broad, with no kids? 33yo woman who waited, has a head on her shoulders, and wants a secure man for her kids. Are you 19? 56 aint a sucked up old man.

[@happyemoji6553]

Pete Haselden Well good luck if you can find a female that don’t have a child by 33. All females think about racing the “clock.”

[@ThePete1891]

I did, about 10 years ago. We still got no kids, she is still thin, and a knockout. Small, dark brown,cleans constantly,and puts up with way too much of my bullshit. Girl loves me. I will say, she did not hop in the sack with me, till we married, but it was well worth it. And aint no other man been with my wife. American/Western girls, aint where its at, for me. Quick nuts mabey, most are not marriage material.

[@happyemoji6553]

Pete Haselden Oh did you marry an Asian girl? Asian/Middle Eastern girls are taught in an early age that they need to be submissive and cook/clean for their husbands and never get divorced no matter what the husband does to them. Anyways good luck with your wife and don’t be abusive especially when you know American/western women wouldn’t put up with such treatment.

[@TheWarDog11]

Another genius video CHOCK FULL of great advice

[@kennethgray4698]

Thanks I like this. Looking to start at 25

[@condor5150]

Thanks for your financial knowledge. Your a provider, respects!

[@eliyahallmaras4931]

I appreciate this.

[@gbaca57]

Just like with so cals vids, the truth and reality resonate strong in my thoughts

[@rodneygregory2776]

I’m 44 but I’m in the same situation as the 21 year olds you are speaking to as far as no kids, no wife etc. I’m thinking about getting into trucking. What do you think? I’ve already got a decent bank account built up along with a retirement account from my current job. Im just wanting a career change and I think trucking is something I would like.

[@MrMyPersonality]

Rodney Gregory Go for it! im in the process right now im 21

[@reduxtrucking4181]

Im 26 and been driving for a while. Its not a bad career. It can be lots of fun. Depending on who your with you can run all 48 states, and all be home regularly. I usually travel all 48 states in the summer and stay local in fall through winter. Theres a lot of options out there for you. Just stay away from truck stop food and try to cook in the truck. Definatly get rid of the bills you dont need while traveling. Itll help you a lot. Good luck

[@Zeek314]

@@reduxtrucking4181 Much appreciated! I am on the journey towards this within a few months

[@alsknwlf]

Man. Solid advice for the younger crowd. Heed this mans words.

[@tashaniafields1768]

When you're a woman watching this video lol

[@willsosa3613]

Hey man your advise was so good I watched it a second time to let it sink in lol

[@gorykreeze2916]

One of the best videos Ive seen... so so true

[@jxflex7307]

Thank you for your advice brother.

[@gogiyar]

they say that in Russian companies they pay 65 cents per mile (refrigerator). How much do American pay today?

[@herefrvr]

Im 23 about to turn 24 .. i start trucking next month. My car is messed up but im paying that off. I pay a portion of rent but im getting into trucking to make more money and invest & build my credit.

[@tradingtrucker247]

On point, new people listen up. Give it two winters before you move on. Or, if they treat you well, stay.

[@richardbroome6077]

I actually got out of the Navy at the age of 21 (went in at 17). I had thought of driving a truck after about a year. Then some of that shit you talk about hit me like a ton of bricks. You should have gone back in time to tell me this shit earlier ;-))! Oh well, kids are grown and on their own. So, That's some good advice and thanks for the advice even though it's about 30 years too late. Be safe out there, there are some idiots on the road. ;-).

[@blindambition5053]

Great advice Tb I tell young guys this same advice all the time

[@moneymess7923]

Great vid . I wish I started at 21 and started a business as a owner operator by 24. I’m now 27 just getting my class A. I would be sitting nice rite now stacked up.

[@kellenpeterson2249]

By 30 u will

[@Do_it_my_way4life]

Dude. I absolutely love this video. Sharing it

[@adarbrizo1440]

22 with no wife and no kids no bills. I will take your advice TB and I hope I run into you at a stop someday 👊🏽

[@vorutouzamaki2635]

This been my exact mindset without no one telling me cause this what I want to do. Hell yea but I’m saving all my money into savings! Only need to pay food & home bills and everything else davings

[@MrWookie57]

This is real talk bad my CDL A since I graduated at 18 worked local till now being 3 weeks from 21 and plan on goin OTR no attachments nothing just a car to get from A to B and a dog tried the relationship and house but I seen how that is and it’s just to impractical ....

[@Mariomc8019]

Bro love the video. You are about change alot of peoples live. share, share,share

[@mrjaunty3314]

sounds like a amazing plan. i'm 23, starting school in a couple weeks

[@BulletBoyGaming]

I swear I was trying to find the negatives in having a Home-car-Family... at 11:20 I was screaming “make it sound bad please”

[@funnymonkeymedia973]

This is when you meet your trucking buddies in Vegas. Do what ever you wanna do... DON"T GET NO ONE PREGNANT! DON"T GET NO ONE PREGANT...

[@Ghost_in_the_Darkness]

Real talk.

[@artactics1454]

What about me? I have a wife and twins I’m 21 now getting into trucking in the next couple of months. I plan flat bed with my best friend I currently work for family drive flat bed and goose necks 1ton load my self unload my self everyday 5 am 7 pm I average 2000 every two weeks I plan on 48 non stop for a year I’ve been married for 3 years my wife and I have spoke and is okay with. I travel a lot with my current job as well Trucking is going to be my career