Trucking CHANGED my life financially! From Unemployed to highest paying job! 👀

Trucking literally changed my life financially! I went from being laid off from a 15yr career job & unemployed 3 months prior to attending trucking school. It was a challenging time in my life but God got me through it. Obtaining my CDL was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Hopefully this video helps someone who maybe going through something similar and just needs a little encouragement. #trucking #truckdriver #cdl
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[@murdockdisraeli3015]

Your story is like mine, Anthony. 15 years with an insurance company and was laid off. As a family, we decide through prayer to go ahead with a private trucking school. God will get us through this new chapter.

[@imanthonytv]

Good luck to you 🙏🏾

[@kobaltseven]

I was a UPS package driver for five years, had my own route, top rate salary, everything…left it all to live up the dream of going otr…didn’t like it one bit, now having an interview with GFS this week. I wanna go back to moving boxes, make my blood pump, feel alive (and probably sore as hell in the beginning 🤣), and get back up financially hopefully 🙏

[@deandredickerson6884]

Such a great journey and testimony! Thanks for sharing. I have a very similar journey and grateful everyday! My corporate office job laid me off in 2018. It was bright sunny day dress down Friday, pay day and feeling good. Then, boom! Downsized and left that day with a box of my supplies from my cubicle. Didn’t even get a chance to finish my coffee either. Haven’t look back since and staying humble. 🙏 Trucking has changed my life and never imaged it being possible years ago. 🚛

[@imanthonytv]

That’s awesome! Our stories are definitely similar. I’m glad to hear you pulled through. 🙏🏾

[@coreyward5991]

Pf taking over all the old Winn Dixies. Back home, our pf was next to a bakery, and had pizza and bagel night. Good business plan.

[@TheFettMan]

Cool to see you are getting sponsors. Keep making that money bro 💪 💯

[@imanthonytv]

It’s a blessing bro! I appreciate you my guy. 🙏🏾💯

[@riedollazgq4216]

This inspired me man I really needed this brother. The general knowledge whooping my ass but ima keep pushing until I get it. I have a wife an two kids I want the best for my family. My pop a truck driver he had me on the road with him since I was a kid. Looking forward to it 🫡

[@imanthonytv]

Good luck brother 🙏🏾

[@brittenmiller7036]

Awesome video! I’ve been watching you for awhile then this popped up in my feed.. The TDI location looked familiar from the thumbnail. I got accepted to the same one! Took my Gen. Knowledge, Air Brakes, & Combinations at the DMV. As all all the endorsements & entry courses completed. Start at TDI soon & looking forward to it. Got my passport recently & will get my twik card as I will possibly drive internationally as I go OTR with no home base. Already have some really amazing sign on bonus offers from Werner & Walmart. 🙌🏽

[@narobigaines5072]

Thank u for the motivation brother .I feel u on this video 100% .

[@brandonwhite6988]

Wow what a great inspiration story Anthony 💯💪

[@TLACY606]

Bro what’s the song? Joint is fire. But congratulations I’m getting my CDL soon.

[@mrcoollu9662]

Great journey 🙏🏾

[@xaemcfly916]

Always dropping jewels and staying with positive vibes and energy my brother. Stay blessed and safe on these roads.

[@imanthonytv]

Same to you bro 🙏🏾

[@sosa7557]

I needed this video bro I swear 💯

[@imanthonytv]

💯

[@DAREALMRGBODY]

Great video bro💪🏾 thanks for sharing the jewels with us

[@imanthonytv]

💯✊🏾

[@vincenthall648]

Appreciate the video man, about to start here in a few weeks. You’re a big motivator! 💪

[@imanthonytv]

Good luck bro 💪🏾

[@carldaniels8741]

I enjoy your channel it helps keep us motivated

[@imanthonytv]

Thanks for watching. 👍🏾

[@stanleysalters1195]

Good video that's motivation.

[@shshshs2]

Great video and inspiration one at that. It’s good to see you getting sponsors now. Also you are right, when you have a skill you will always have a job. I haven’t use my CDL in my job as of late but with my masters electrical license and my class A CDL license I can easily find a job

[@imanthonytv]

Thanks for watching man. Between your CDL & Electrical license you definitely won’t have a problem finding work. Two good skilled trades.

[@evanyoung7719]

Proud of you Bro 💪🏾💯

[@imanthonytv]

💯💪🏾

[@traviscawthorn4811]

Starting CDL school this week…GFS is hiring in my area like crazy hopefully I can get in when I graduate 🙏. Thanks for the content 🙌

[@imanthonytv]

🙏🏾💯

[@IGStrangDaKang]

11:10 i felt you bro!!i got off child support 2yrs ago too..i was payin private school tuition and CS..man it felt good being done wit that!!

[@imanthonytv]

Man, great feeling lol! 🙏🏾

[@thegeorgiaaquarius]

Had my CDL since November 22nd Salute 💪🏿💯

[@BigRome95South]

Good to know how you started man. I started looking at trucking when my company brought up layoffs as well. Luckily I wasn’t in the number to lose my job but I still went through with getting my CDL. I retest next week(them maneuvers gettin me lol)Glad to see your channel growing like it is. Hopefully in a couple months I’ll be on somebody food service team 💪🏾

[@imanthonytv]

I appreciate you watching my man. Practice, practice, & more practice lol. Good luck on your test next week buddy. 💪🏾

[@andresfregoso5193]

Just started cdl school today 🙏

[@baylor3894]

Great story I watch a lot of your videos I currently work at a grocery store right now and like I told you in a previous video I start July 17 at Sygma I'm nervous as hell cuz I never did anything like this but I've been wanting to drive a truck for a long time and they're willing to pay for my CDL I just hope it's not a tough transition coming from a grocery store is a big change I realize that I just hope it's not difficult to learn I'm excited and ready to start my new career

[@imanthonytv]

Good luck to you my brother.

[@baylor3894]

@@imanthonytv thank you so much your videos very helpful

[@almerichendricks5425]

Thanks YOU... next Year C.R ENGLAND OR TDI DRIVING SCHOOL

[@ericalger7980]

Could you another video on more detail about how it changed your life financially? It's been a minute since I've seen a financial, real estate or your wholesaling business video. Maybe something like how trucking mixed with other grinds has allowed you to buy xyz asset.

[@jojo3261]

The two most important things you discussed were God & investing in yourself god bless you brother!

[@imanthonytv]

Definitely! 🙏🏾

[@alofton4414]

Just got my certificate from TDI in Sanford,FL today.💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@imanthonytv]

Congrats!

[@Sweetie1229.]

Awesome

[@vShadyyy]

Glad you made it through bro💯 just finished my first day of training at Sysco and ironically seen one of y’all boys at GFS pulling up to a stop we was at too. Time to get that bag too 💪🏽

[@imanthonytv]

Let’s get it! 💪🏾💯

[@iammedia8420]

Man I feel you brother. I worked a Job for 16 years and I left. I am also on child support. I left that security Job and went and got my CDL with all my endorsements. I actually rented a truck and practiced and taught myself and got my license through the dmv illinois for about a totally of 800.00 dollars total for my license. I was blessed and got hired by xpo logistics. Nobody would touch me but they did. Gave me a bonus my first week there of four thousand dollars. It will be a year in two more weeks, which will take me up to top scale pay 36 an hour. Thanks for the motivation brother, Trucking truly is blessing and great skill to have. God bless you

[@imanthonytv]

That’s awesome my brother! I couldn’t agree more about trucking. Much success to you! Stay safe out there. God bless🙏🏾

[@RICHGTV305]

Same here brother, I got my CDL in July 2020 and I never looked back. Best financial decision I ever made, having a CDL gives you financial security especially when you discipline yourself with your money and save to invest to make more money. Keep your faith strong in God fellas and ladies, your dreams will come true with a solid plan.

[@fitmylifetv3503]

Yea bro I graduated from there in Sanford TDI best school ever in my opinion.

[@imanthonytv]

💯✊🏾

[@MrAdversity730]

Great content once again fam how would you say the things you went through shaped you for the future ? Did it make you stronger wiser? etc what advice do you have for young men overcoming that kind of adversity?

[@imanthonytv]

Thanks for watching my guy. First off, great questions! The adversity I went through not only made me wiser & stronger but it also reminded me that nothing lasts forever. It taught me to never get too comfortable & always think about worse case scenarios. Like I mentioned in the video, it made me want to get a skill that would provide a plethora of opportunities. It also helped change my mindset when it comes to earning money. It taught me to never rely on one source of income going forward no matter if it means getting a side hustle. As a believer, It also strengthened my faith in the Lord. My faith never wavered when it came to me believing I would eventually get through that difficult time in my life. I stayed positive & also had a good support team helping to keep me encouraged during that time. My advice to anyone going through any adversity is first ask the Lord for guidance if you’re a believer. You also have to believe & see yourself getting through that difficult time. It also helps if you can stay positive & try to have a positive outlook in a bad situation. It’s not that easy to do honestly. For example when I got laid off, I looked at it as the job losing me not me losing the job. I also looked at it as God telling me he has something better in store for me and this was the only way to get me to move on. His plan will always be better than ours. Also, try to surround yourself with likeminded individuals who can help keep you encouraged during difficult times. Hope this answered your questions bro.

[@MrAdversity730]

@@imanthonytv wow man appreciated the response gave me everything i needed in more im always taking notes tuning in when i watch your vids continue to make an impact to the world fam💪🏽

[@imanthonytv]

🙏🏾💯

[@oshanew9941]

I applied for Gfs here in Florida and gotten a call back, the recruiter told me bc I got a auto restriction on my CDL I wouldn't be hired at my local GFS, since the fleet is mostly 13 speed manuals. I got 5 months experience On my CDL and my current job is hard work with low pay. My bills keep going up and it's hard to survive living paycheck to paycheck

[@davibe2304]

Do you think starting at coke is a good move with such a low pay?I have a job offer from them to train me to get a CDL and everything but the pay is only 145 per day which is a crazy pay cut for me.

[@TheMarkofJay]

When you got a better paying job/income increase, did they ever increase the CS? Asking cause my sons mom just put me on it in January.

[@imanthonytv]

No, it stayed the same.

[@KJRobinson7]

Yo ant what is the name of that blender bottle thingy? I need one asap. Pls hit me back. Also love your videos too man. I just got my cdl in February but I’m waiting to get off of parole so I can go OTR

[@imanthonytv]

BlendJet portable blender. I purchased mine from Walmart. Congrats on getting your CDL my guy. 💪🏾

[@KJRobinson7]

@@imanthonytv thank you bro. I really appreciate you😌

[@Sadly.0417]

Skin care routine / gym vlogs ?😂🤞🏾

[@kushedoutent14]

Are you working at GFS out of pensacola? I stay near pensacola im trying to find out how to apply to a GFS near me.

[@imanthonytv]

There’s no GFS in Pensacola. However, there’s a drop yard in Mobile AL & Panama City FL which is the closest you’ll get to Pcola. Go to gfs.com/careers to find out more info.

[@chakeefegordon6492]

What state do you live in? If you don’t mind me asking

[@maryshane8023]

This video was so interesting and cool! Did you consider looking for another sales job? I ask as it's such a stark change of profession when you think about it. Also, with so many years of sales experience, wouldn't you have been able to leverage your experience to get a 65k-70k job?

[@imanthonytv]

Yes, I applied for a couple of different management job openings at the time. However, no call back..It’s actually not a big change at all. I was a sales manager over the delivery driver’s at Krispy Kreme. Before I became a manager I was doing something very similar to what I’m doing now in food service. Delivering products to various customers using a dolly & going up & down a ramp. The only difference is the product, the customers, & the pay. I’m definitely making more than 70K lol. It all worked out in the end. I can’t complain. Blessed 🙏🏾

[@maryshane8023]

@@imanthonytv Now I get it. Makes total sense! I can relate. I'm a Marketing Coordinator and work fully from home. I'm always concerned the company I work for will downsize, and I'll be cut. I earn 49k a year right now. I've considered trucking, but I don't want to sleep in the truck.

[@imanthonytv]

@maryshane8023 I don’t blame you lol. I wouldn’t sleep in a truck either. To each his own but it’s not for me. I sleep in company paid hotels during my layovers twice a week. It’s not bad at all. Please understand that truck driving isn’t just driving all over the country sleeping in a truck. That’s considered OTR or over the road driving. They actually have local & regional drivers. Many drivers are home every day. It really depends on the company you work for & what job you’re interested in doing when/if you decide to enter the industry.

[@maryshane8023]

@@imanthonytv Without telling us your personal information, of course, can you share a range of what we could expect if we were doing the type of trucking job you're doing? I know it varies but a range would help. Also, did you consider another trade other than trucking when you were searching for what trade to learn?

[@imanthonytv]

@maryshane8023 Food service driver’s make anywhere from 70k to well over 100k. It’s a very physically demanding job that pays well. No, I really didn’t have a desire for anything else at the time. I’ve been in the delivery business for so long that what I’m doing now just came natural.

[@wilfredofeliciano1556]

What’s up Anthony I’m planning on relocating to plant city GFS location by September any cities u recommend moving to raise a family near plant city

[@imanthonytv]

I’m not familiar with that area buddy.

[@wilfredofeliciano1556]

@@imanthonytv ok my bad I thought you were working out of Florida yard

[@chrismuniz8515]

I hear Gordon pays a certain way miles hourly cases? Something like can u do a video of that and where u at at the moment I'm fl wanting to jump in

[@imanthonytv]

We get paid component pay which means total miles, stops, cases, & hours worked all factor into your overall pay. There are rates for each thing I just mentioned. Hourly rates are based on levels. It’s level 1-4. For example, if you’re a new driver you’ll start at level #1 rate. We also get quarterly safety bonuses. The amount of the bonuses will depend on things like your attendance, driving, scan rate, etc. You can go to GFS.com/careers & speak to a recruiter for more information.

[@chrismuniz8515]

@I’m Anthony TV damn brother appreciate the info stay blessed

[@imanthonytv]

Same to you bro 🙏🏾

[@doscoronitas]

Thanks Anthony for the video... I have an interview and drive test with US Foods tomorrow. Could you recommend anything I should say in the job interview? Unfortunately, there's no sign on bonus, or that might just be the recruiter saying that over the phone... i'm not sure what they pay, or how much is a good rate for southern california.

[@skillz4250]

Are You An OO or You Work For A Company? I just joined XPO Logistics Local Work Should Be Going Trough There School In About A Month Or So.. What Are You Making?

[@imanthonytv]

Company driver..My pay🤐

[@beardy918]

Is there a certain link i can use to apply for gfs? im in the central fl area just knocked out driving school

[@imanthonytv]

Check out gfs.com/careers and see if there are any openings in your area.

[@beardy918]

@@imanthonytv appreciate that!

[@williampetty6821]

GYM? That looks like a gym warehouse where they store the gym equipment at lol.

[@imanthonytv]

It’s huge..

[@williampetty6821]

@@imanthonytv I thought you was goin shopping or something lol

[@imanthonytv]

😂

[@rogerperez7363]

TRUCKIN ZUKZ LIFE OUTTA YA .

[@squonkers762]

What company you at now?

[@imanthonytv]

Gordon Food Service

[@coreyward5991]

Good work too. Get laid off, find a new job. No staying on unemployment or wallowing in your sorrows.

[@imanthonytv]

I appreciate it man