Deadhead 2,300+ Miles or Lose a High Paying Private Shipper Part 1

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Welcome to Expediting America - Your Ultimate Cargo Van Expeditor Adventure!
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🚚 Join me on the open road as I navigate the vast expanse of America, hauling freight in my trusty Mercedes Sprinter Van 2500, with my loyal co-pilot, Bubba Joe, by my side.
In this episode, you'll witness the ultimate challenge of being a cargo van expeditor - getting stuck on the East Coast in Augusta, GA, during a holiday weekend! But, with a high-paying private shipper waiting in Los Angeles, over 3,000 miles away, and a strict deadline of Thursday at 3 pm, I had no choice but to make a daring move.
I embarked on a journey that saw me deadheading to the West Coast, picking up uShip loads along the way to cover my costs and ensure I reach LA on time. 🌟
Was it a brilliant business decision? Or a daring gamble? Join me on this thrilling adventure and find out how it all unfolds. From unexpected challenges to high-stakes decisions, this episode is packed with suspense and excitement.
Don't miss a moment of this epic road trip! Hit that subscribe button, turn on notifications, and buckle up for a ride filled with twists, turns, and a cargo van expeditor's determination to deliver.
Get ready to be inspired, entertained, and awed by the world of cargo van expediting. Join us on Expediting America and let's hit the road together! 🛣️🐾
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[@paulutd69]

I think he's making a calculated move. When you have a client that values your service and you deliver then that can open more opportunities with associates of that original client.

[@jonhunt4116]

You got that right.

[@jamestreanor182]

Bubba don’t calculate

[@paulutd69]

@@jamestreanor182 I'm pretty sure Bubba Joe can do things people don't really think 🤔 or know he can do! good dog. 🐕

[@joeyportelli7976]

Never know. Hope we find out

[@user-rl7vv9tf7w]

Dumb

[@gailjohnson6670]

Awesome load and time management putting freight together for a slow holiday weekend. Nice it worked out for you to cover otherwise empty dead miles. I know it wasn't easy organizing. Even though you made it look so. Was leased to Landstar team driving for many years with my late husband until he became ill. I know the stress involved having loads all work smoothly. Thank you for the video and keeping the language clean. Well made video. Bubba is a sweet dog. Blessings to you.

[@gus3873]

Your hustle got to be strong in this industry

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

As with in any industry

[@sarahtruesdale3290]

#rickross

[@Mycologist_Expediter]

Just kindly waiting for part 2 🔥🌄🙏🏻

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I’m going to wait a couple days to release it but I will definitely let the world know when it’s up. Thanks for the motivation

[@user-rl7vv9tf7w]

Why?

[@gmezm1]

Man, the Force is strong with this one, and his apprentice Bubba Joe

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks MG I’ve been blessed and I’m sure a little luck mixed with going with the flow

[@user-wi8wk1ce9e]

My favorite KZbin account for sure!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks James there are lots of channels out there so that means a heck of a lot

[@providencereality603]

Bro, your work ethic is extremely commendable! I appreciate you 👍

[@rhadamesvidal6298]

Bubba don’t want no smoke on the court!!! 😂😂

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

You saw how he walked off the court? 😂🤣😂

[@user-rl7vv9tf7w]

Dumb

[@sarahtruesdale3290]

😂

[@lyledeevore1389]

I love when you sneak a stadium. Kauffman Stadium in KC... home of the Royals.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I got two in this one KC and STL

[@user-rl7vv9tf7w]

Dumb

[@BradyRay_333]

dang, good job putting together all those small loads.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Did what I could

[@kingofkings5175]

Ready for another dope vid 🙏

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

You are def a ride or die bro. Can you do me a favor and email me again or shoot me your email.mines [e-mail]

[@kingofkings5175]

U got it 👍

[@user-rl7vv9tf7w]

Dope video? Where? Not here

[@rothnhee9747]

It's good to have a companion with you, man.. loved your dog.. I am kinda interested of business because I wanted to travel America with girl and my dog.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

That’s would be the ultimate way to do it.

[@ellisdee2013]

I'm going to have to try those apps out for when I'm stuck somewhere. It'd be nice to be able to keep on the move when things are slow.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Try them but don’t expect top dollar. This will cover your gas that’s bout it

[@strongroofing]

I enjoy doing the math with you through the video!!

[@strongroofing]

💰💰

[@user-rl7vv9tf7w]

It’s simple math

[@blippacg]

It's not stupid to take a lower rate in your circumstances. Normally you'd take your time and add more loads to the back. Is what it is.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yeah I just say that so people can’t tell me it’s stupid cuz I’m already admitting it is. I also don’t want to influence people to try this but also want to show how to hustle this game if needed

[@PopOutPaulie]

Damn almost 10k subs. Nice stuff B

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Getting there bro

[@EricA-tq6zl]

Still a great episode! Showing love!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks E

[@EricA-tq6zl]

@@ExpeditingAmerica I saw you have a video dropping today

[@scottmccowan8434]

Thanks for the video

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

You kidding me Scott? Thank you man for taking time out of your day to support me and the Joe

[@OFFTHECOUCH365]

I see your jumper..nice work getting across the country on a holiday weekend 💪

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

It’s a lil rusty but I still got a lil somethin somethin! Lol and thanks for watching fam

[@buff10751]

another great video

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you brother

[@user-ss7ti1cv8j]

One more good one kept it up😊

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I had an epic ending but rushed the post production and messed it up. But thanks I appreciate you watching and showing love

[@joeyportelli7976]

Keep going man

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

You got it

[@ThatOneGuy-hp2pb]

Nice hustle, enjoy the banger load back east.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks man I know you were skeptical at first appreciate your support

[@ThatOneGuy-hp2pb]

@@ExpeditingAmerica I thought you were dead heading across the continent. I'm a half burned out trucker. I hate dead heading 20 miles.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@ThatOneGuy-hp2pb if I wasn’t able to book anything I would have just to keep the private shipper. I’ve done two jobs for them since

[@alandavis9319]

"West Hill Street" - Louisville, KY you're in my hometown LOL. Gotta be strapped in that part of town. Yikes

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Bubba got the 🔫 ready at all times lol

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks for watching Alan

[@demri123]

Hey at least you are covering gas and food back to California

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Way better then coming out of pocket $500+ in gas for sure

[@Lilpetty4]

💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾 on the way to the CITY ! Sf let’s go

[@mohamedshabassy2097]

I was searching for videos about sprinter to quit my job as banker and start my own business like you I have family from two daughters and my wife and life getting very expensive to survive with my family I want to start like you and I will really appreciate it and be grateful if you help me to start like you I wish you the best luck and I appreciate you, looking forward to hearing from you.

[@SanjitT]

Great Video

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you!!!!

[@kingofkings5175]

Making moves 👍

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

One ❤️

[@williamrobinson6680]

Another professional tastefully done video to sit back and enjoy. Great work! As with any video or movies moreso, there are clips depicting "the making of..." Although we would never ask for that here. But having attempted "side bookings" myself, to find multiple "fill" for deadhead. I am deeply curious how you appear to work the almost perfect magic of doing so. Admittedly, ...not as nearly as talented as yourself, after numerous attempts, I have concluded that only a separate dispatcher can perform to that level, while I get the essential sleep time to be safe on the road and proceed with business. There's too much "game" and BS on those particular "side hustle" load/freight sites. It takes forever to get something booked, while figuring out the "game" movement and strategies of all the players on the bidding. This requires considerable concentration and focus.... and time! I figure one to four hours per load. After a 17 hour trip, no sleep, and trying to get out again. Basically, when does one sleep? And it's almost impossible to book/bid after a long cross country delivery. Securing multiple loads like that? That's a dispatcher's job and expertise. It would be a game changer for anyone getting excited seeing this, to actually learn that an additional dispatcher is necessary to do make this all happen.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

The secret sauce isn’t something that can be taught. It’s “hustle” and “determination” I maybe book one load for every 10-20 I bid on. Most people bid maybe 10 times and give up. I also got very lucky on this go. These apps are not for a primary source of income but instead as bonus or side money. Cover costs and gas for when I’m hauling a big load. As for sleep. It’s mainly 3-4 hour sleep sessions. It’s not a game for those who depend on sleep. This video is different from all my others. I didn’t use a dispatcher. Just did it all myself

[@williamrobinson6680]

Dispatcher? No , sorry. Not dispatcher on the video work. Clarification; Question: Do you have a dispatcher booking Shiply/Uship loads while you are rolling/running or sleeping?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@williamrobinson6680 no I just place a bid and drive. Why would I need a dispatcher? Only reason I need a dispatcher for expedited freight is because deals happen fast. On uship and shiply bids take place for weeks sometimes.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@williamrobinson6680 uship and shiply is the bottom of the barrel. It doesn’t take a special talent or anything but patience and hustle

[@williamrobinson6680]

​@@ExpeditingAmerica Sorry, probably poor choice wording. Not necessarily "talent", but "time" is my question and concern. If traveling from coast to coast with a near deadline. How do you find the "time" to book 4 or more loads at various locations and destinations? Time, not necessarily talent. Also, I am sure the founders, employees and customers of Uship and Shipley appreciate your ringing endorsement as being the "bottom of the barrell"? What's up with that?

[@sarahtruesdale3290]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@Stone_3000]

Is it a good investment to buy a van I’m going to a place where I can thought about get cdl but after watching your videos I want to get more information about this business

[@EricA-tq6zl]

Dude I hope you know what you’re doing!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I hope I know what I’m doing too 🤣😂

[@expediteChrisW]

The communication on UShip is tough. I have bid a few gigs to try to move and do the same but almost like the shipper doesn't exist.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yes uship and shiply have bad logistics. But you just gotta be on the ball. The whole deal front to back is on you as the driver

[@fabricenelson5356]

How much does a Sprinter van like yours cost? Did you buy it new or used?

[@bakosal.4373]

Brother what's a good company to sign up with, have van insurance and 100 k load protection.

[@jonhunt4116]

Don't do what you do.😅 I don't know any other way. Getterdone

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I gotta put in that disclaimer because God forbid people watching think this is the way to have a sustainable operation using 3rd party apps

[@ThatOneGuy-hp2pb]

Lose it, that's crazy 🤪

[@EricA-tq6zl]

Right? Sounds pretty dumb to me! I’m wondering what he’s thinking 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@ThatOneGuy-hp2pb]

@@EricA-tq6zl I never do favors in this game. Never pays off.

[@ThatOneGuy-hp2pb]

@@alwaystrucking2380 I hope somehow it's does. Right

[@EricA-tq6zl]

@@ThatOneGuy-hp2pbhe seems to always make the best out of any situation. I’m going to get my 🍿 ready

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@ThatOneGuy-hp2pbnot really a favor as much as an agreement I made thinking I’d not be so far away and stuck. Definitely not the smartest move but I can’t tell y’all too much just yet haha

[@jeffcrow9929]

Any problems with 4 cyl gas sprinter

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yes! Gas costs money!!!! Lol but no nothing other than usual maintenance at 160k+ miles

[@EricA-tq6zl]

The end is messed up man! I don’t know if you noticed

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yeah I tried to fix it

[@semperfi8075]

I was looking at a used sprinter like yours, same color too at CarMax in Henderson, Nevada. They are asking $59,000, 5K miles. I believe that's a little to high. What is are your thoughts?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Hell yeah that’s high! They are high lol vans rn for 38-45

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Car max is going downhill all dealerships are increasing prices to cover costs because nobody is buying

[@SemperFi1971]

Thank you, that's what I thought. Wanted your input. Thank you for your videos and responses. Be safe out there.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks for the support hope you stick around

[@SemperFi1971]

Maybe that's the reason why it's been sitting on the CarMax lot for quite some time. Thank you again.

[@unhippy1]

That could have worked out worse

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Wayyy wayyy worseeeee I’ll never do that again that’s for sure