How bout a jelly filled donut?🤔 asking for a friend.
@MrFriday833 жыл бұрын
They call me that a lot at work lol
@shawngandy84273 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣
@Dragon11653 жыл бұрын
Driven Trucking..Wondering if you have your own authority, or lease on to a company.
@scottreed54603 жыл бұрын
You should rock the foo-man-chu.. looks like you would grow the perfect foo-man-chu.... most can’t but seems like testosterone is ozone outta your pores. Try it..!!
@mikehenderson357511 ай бұрын
I've been a driver for 27 year's, I make 100k plus a year. Both my older boys went to college. Both are in their mid 20s and make twice what I make and work 75 time less than I do. I hate this narrative that college is pointless. Trucking is a great job. You can make good money. Also, don't blow smoke about working 1 day a month. 56% guys that go to land star fail. Trucking is hard, and you have to bust your ass. There is no need for BS.
@sacali46542 ай бұрын
I agree I quit after 1 week lol
@BrianC-ss8hkАй бұрын
What do your kids do? I graduated from college with a bachelors and associates, but only made 36 k tops. I’ve made 60-100 plus k with a class a cdl.
@NogGonnaMakeItАй бұрын
@@BrianC-ss8hkwhat was your degree in?
@polishpat953 жыл бұрын
I was driving last night. And I was behind a truck driver that hit a parked straight truck on the highway going atleasy 100km+ it caught on fire and got destroyed. It was blazing. We managed to pull the 2 men out and called the police and fire trucks. It was around 4:30Am in a construction zone. As a truck driver myself it SHOOK ME to my core! Please be safe out there guys!
@smk39643 жыл бұрын
It's dangerous to park on the side of a highway. If you have to, better stay away of the vehicle if the weather allows it.
@polishpat952 жыл бұрын
@@smk3964completely agree. About that, it was a straight truck parked on the side that was part of the construction crew. Yeah, crazy how he didn't see him. Though his lights were off.
@ne9835 Жыл бұрын
Damn!!!
@goxyeagle84469 ай бұрын
Lots of trucks are involved in bad accidents, lots of truckers lose their lives on the road annually
@LoveLife-gv8jg4 ай бұрын
Oh my God
@tonyatwood96363 жыл бұрын
Ive been driving almost a year. Im a company driver for a small flatbed company in Texas. I made it to top pay in 5-6 months. I have no debt and Im happy!
@davidsertile77242 жыл бұрын
What would you say helped you to get top pay
@HUGO-n9q7 ай бұрын
How did you get top pay so fast ??
@sunsetchasin76663 жыл бұрын
After 31 years in a govt. agency I'm 3 yrs into trucking. Own 2 trucks and run 1 myself. Best move I have made. Easier than stealing!
@theHammr883 жыл бұрын
You mean you and the bank "own" 2 trucks right?
@sunsetchasin76663 жыл бұрын
@@theHammr88 only one. Paid off 1st one sorry.
@elljay45873 жыл бұрын
Interesting, because the government has perfected the art of stealing. So you have had some good training.
@gregg79113 жыл бұрын
@Sunset Chasin, What agency did you work for?
@sunsetchasin76663 жыл бұрын
@@gregg7911 postal service.
@newschooltruckin39433 жыл бұрын
3 weeks of school now I’m making 1200 a week and I’m home every weekend I love truck driving I’m only 21 this just the beginning
@sketch3343 жыл бұрын
If I was you I would bank everything and do some investments. You are still young and you can come out very good at a young age.
@Samuel-I3 жыл бұрын
Good job. Be smart.
@Whowhatwherewhy3 жыл бұрын
Nope. Don’t believe it. What, getting paid $30 an hour or ya working 80 hour week?
@angryeltrucker63263 жыл бұрын
@@Whowhatwherewhy seriously? Lol if you have a Class A CDL you shouldn't accept less than 800 per week after taxes. I made 1100 per week and I was home every night.
@Localdriver19903 жыл бұрын
Buy some crypto youngster
@Tellitlikeitis-e8v Жыл бұрын
I absolutely hate it. I've been driving and saving all my money. I'm about 4 months away from my goal of 50k. I'm getting dafuk away from trucking for good. Too much bs to deal with on a daily basis. Trucking is only good if you can come out on the road with 0 bills and save majority of your money
@JorgeGarcia-zm4hs Жыл бұрын
Been thinking about becoming a truck driver for years, I think I might go for my CDL this year.
@paulweldon31343 жыл бұрын
If people increased their business knowledge first on how to run a trucking business successfully before getting into their own truck they would be so much better off with lowering the odds of failure dramatically. Great video as always
@SoCal7803 жыл бұрын
That’s because so many of them want to start off as owner-operators right off the bat. They need to put in the time, effort, (and yes!) research before “taking the plunge.” I drove as a company driver for 10 years before I bought my truck. I learned the ins and outs of the trucking industry first. I sought the knowledge and wisdom from several “old timers” and owner-ops who knew what they were doing. It served me well. And yes, I’ve had my struggles and challenges along the way as well. Who hasn’t? You just deal with them the best way that you can and keep going. Giving up is not an option.
@STEVEOfromSAN.FERNANDOca6 ай бұрын
@@SoCal780ty bro
@Andersonjordan1153 жыл бұрын
I started driving for my dad 2 years ago. I work about the same amount of hours as I did at my last job, but I get paid about 2-3 times as much driving for him. In 2 years, I’m set to make to six figures. Trucking has provided me to provide for myself and family with ease. I couldn’t say that about my last job.
@theHammr883 жыл бұрын
Born in the right family. Good for you.
@SoCal7803 жыл бұрын
I 2nd that. I bet your dad is very proud of you. Good job!
@t0ur.2 жыл бұрын
my dad is a truck driver and i want to be like him im in my teenage years and he makes a good living he is a good dad and i love my family and i thank him for what he does
@itzmay_lene90132 жыл бұрын
how long do you think until automation takes over
@idontknowwhattoputhere.35722 жыл бұрын
@@itzmay_lene9013 never honestly but if we get to that point in civilization, 30 to 40 years at least.
@kevinleis60923 жыл бұрын
After 24 years working for a foodservice distributor in their transportation department, I left and purchased my own truck. Two years later I just took delivery of my second truck and hired my first driver. I loved trucking!
@PumpUptheJam813 жыл бұрын
I just started and I love it so far. It is not a job, it is in fact a lifestyle. The company you work for will make all the difference in the world. I simply love to drive and see new places and happen to get paid for it. Run with a company that treats you with respect and as a professional, no micromanaging. It will not feel like work if it’s a passion.
@Samuel-I3 жыл бұрын
You're right.. it's not a job. You're either cut out for it, or not. The road eventually weeds out the soft ones.
@adriangarcia54193 жыл бұрын
Your company sounds great, what company is it?
@mr.butterworth3 жыл бұрын
@@adriangarcia5419 Brian is currently leased to Landstar.
@olentangy743 жыл бұрын
@@mr.butterworth My next door neighbor drives for Landstar, he says they treat him very well.
@SoCal7803 жыл бұрын
I drove for Landstar for 3.5 years, great company. And yes, for me it is a passion so it’s enjoyable hard work. I couldn’t imagine doing anything else.
@alexeilers65363 жыл бұрын
I’m looking at moving into trucking after being burnt out in the healthcare industry. I love your channel, appreciate all the well thought out content.
@DavidYoel13 Жыл бұрын
Same here How did it go?
@tribuneoftheplebs994810 ай бұрын
Same how did it go
@riosromeo49356 ай бұрын
Same at that, got my physical done, schooling is about to happen in a month or two soon and on my way to get my permit for it after studying
@MatthewRobinson3 жыл бұрын
Dude, I love your intensity so effing much! Thanks for all the great, helpful, inspiring videos. I start CDL school in 4 days and I can't wait. So gung-ho that I already took and passed all the written tests except hazmat.
@PinayTruckerGIRLUSA3 жыл бұрын
100% I agree with you!! Very well said love the energy
@Mobius95 Жыл бұрын
I’m a month into my job as a truck driver. Only been two weeks out solo. I honestly hate it and regret getting my cdl. I didn’t pay a dime for my cdl either and am not locked in a contract. Pay isn’t even good either.
@19JDOG9111 ай бұрын
Just gotta change companies as soon as that contract is up. There’s good ones out there!
@Mobius9511 ай бұрын
@@19JDOG91good thing I’m not in a contract. Unfortunately most companies require experience if you already got hired previously
@Runupbandz4life10 ай бұрын
Why do you hate it?
@mikepullman2513Ай бұрын
@Runupbandz4life hates it cause he didn't pay for it. He has no stick in the game so why should he like it? Tax payers funded his waste of time.
@Mobius95Ай бұрын
@@mikepullman2513 10 months late but no, my last company before I got into the trucking industry paid for it for one. For two, I changed accounts and now I absolutely love it. I’m home every other day now doing hazmat tank loads from the la ports to Phoenix and the pay is incredible. Stay away from otr.
@BayAreaClownShow2 жыл бұрын
Hey man. I'm 20 years old and looking to possibly get into truck driving. Recently, I've gotten bombarded with internet content telling me how bad truck driving is and how I shouldn't do it. I'm really glad I found your video in the midst of this, because it has encouraged me to give it a shot despite my uncertainties. You only live once after all. Peace!
@rutleyj Жыл бұрын
I have been driving for 2 years and hate it. The dispatchers make the same at my company but work 8 hour days home every night for around 75k. This guy's mind set is why workers in all industries are paid like shit
@eddiesantana3009 Жыл бұрын
@@rutleyjtruly depends where your from , Im from jersey where people are banking 1,400 to 2,000 and i even seen jobs giving up 4 to 5k every two weeks especially if you own a truck no bs. Most jobs in new jersey are doing bonuses as well , another thing is being a trucker over here can get you really far …
@lilgabriel05175 ай бұрын
@@eddiesantana3009 Hey man I’m from NJ as well and am planning on getting into trucking, any chance we could get in touch? I’m practically a newborn when it comes to this, rig it now I’m researching how to get my CDL in the first place. Any pointers would be much appreciated :)
@ebookjapan80546 күн бұрын
Don't get stuck in OTR and get your endorsements!
@twistedveteran45623 жыл бұрын
I failed my first attempt at it but didnt give up because i knew it was worth it. Second attempt and still going strong
@leslieross75553 жыл бұрын
great message!
@SoCal7803 жыл бұрын
Good for you, Matt! It is worth it. You just dust yourself off and get back at it. This industry needs more people like you. Never give up! 👍
@Sanjko873 жыл бұрын
Me too. Going to start second time next month. Not looking back just going to keep moving forward.
@sbechris Жыл бұрын
Great video!
@taylormoore67292 жыл бұрын
Currently a driver recruiter & thinking about getting a CDL. I have no problem starting at the bottom and working my way up! That’d be a lot easier than staying at a dead end job like the one I have now. Love the video & the insight!
@cosmicentity70932 жыл бұрын
You should do it. I’ve literally talked 5 people into getting their cdls and 2 of them were recruiters. Now drivers.
@dopescorpio Жыл бұрын
Did you go for it?
@TherandomguyTV Жыл бұрын
exactly how i feel
@sacali46548 ай бұрын
are you in retail job
@KainMalice Жыл бұрын
I disagree as a tax paying American. I am owed everything.
@ryanpatterson52693 жыл бұрын
Love what you do and the money will come
@SoCal7803 жыл бұрын
Right!
@ernestpassaro9663 Жыл бұрын
I been driving for 37 years wouldn’t recommend it for anyone !😡😡😡
@matthewrobinson30403 ай бұрын
I’m about to get my cdl. Honestly why do you feel this way? Please give us advice and expose the reality god bless
@caribbeansunset65792 ай бұрын
So why don't you change your job? There must be something that is keeping you for 37 years, that is a long time 🤔😒
@buckalvinpossumweight6252Ай бұрын
I was at Schneider for 3 months. It was the worst three months of my life.
@josephcenatus6085Ай бұрын
@matthewrobinson3040 bro go do it now don't wait for 10 years from now I make $2500 a week as company driver
@HighInPotassium Жыл бұрын
Signed up for a get your CDL program as soon as I turned 21. Got my CDL back at the start of July and finished training mid August. Been OTR on my own since then and I love every second of it. Hoping to go owner op when I have the chance.
@benjaminbrack25883 жыл бұрын
Living proof of your words. Just over 4 years driving and nearly maxxed out... Have a brand new w900 studio
@DrivenTrucking3 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@SoCal7803 жыл бұрын
Just goes to show what a little drive, determination, passion, (and yes!) patience will do when properly applied. Good job, Benjamin! 👍
@AutismIsland-GenX8 ай бұрын
It's Why I Stayed In Trucking For Over 24 Years Because I Couldn't Make As Much Money In Anything Else I Was Interested In- One Being A Graphic Designer And Another A Helicopter Pilot. The High Cost Of Schooling And The Uncertaintity And Low Income In Those Fields Afterwards Just Didn't Make Sense.
@slumy81957 ай бұрын
tell me about it, I want to do graphic design but was scoping the jobs in state and nationwide. Was like 6-9k over min wage jobs.... Decided it wasnt worth the effort of debt.
@Kavithetruckdriver10 ай бұрын
Goat! Went to school for IT 💻. I hated it! My uncle told my to get my cdl when I was 19 and I said no, imma go to school. I’m 23 now and I got my cdl permit and going to prime trucking! My goals are high and I’m planing to buy a truck and invest in real estate! This man is telling y’all the truth! Most KZbinrs will sugarcoat it! Great video man
@Polemic-2525 Жыл бұрын
I did it for 20 years. Made good money at the end. I got out of it because it takes away too much time out of your life plus the adverse effects on your health. Time has a greater value over money. Honestly I think the smart guys realize this early. The cupcakes are the ones that haven’t figured it out.
@ijustwannabeadrummer Жыл бұрын
Thank you sir needed to hear this! Be safe out there
@FiveBoroNative3 жыл бұрын
The man is right. I chewed much fat walking in, but 90 days later I was consistently seeing $1800-2000 weekly and this is the first time in my life that I don't mind coming to work....
@dudeskidude83763 жыл бұрын
@ You seem insecure of your own ability to make such accomplishments, so perhaps you are projecting those self doubts onto someone else? Let me know if I got it right, and be honest. Don’t worry about being offended or taking a hit to the ego. We’re all anonymous right?
@dudeskidude83763 жыл бұрын
@ Idk about earnings because i’ve been hearing different things: ex: wages increasing because high demand, wages decreasing because of mass migrations of 3rd world peoples, etc When it comes to accomplishments, its all about perspective I guess I just replied to you because I wanted to see if my quick psych analysis was somewhat on point lol Idk if i want to drive trucks or keep pursuing the state trooper/cop route.. Still trying to figure things out
@dudeskidude83763 жыл бұрын
@ not lecturing you about industry lmao you called someone else’s claims of accomplishment bullshit, and I pointed out that you’re prob experiencing some psychological projection due to your own negative thoughts/experiences There are plenty of truckers that know what they r doing and make great livings whether local, otr, or as owner operators
@dudeskidude83763 жыл бұрын
@Five Boro Native So, is this true? Are you lying about your earnings so as to make your self feel better?
@FiveBoroNative3 жыл бұрын
@@dudeskidude8376 I can only tell you MY experience. A lot of people told me discouraging things when I was new and God set it up where I didn't experience any of that. My starting pay was worse than unemployment, but less than 90 days later I got the transfer I wanted. You can believe or not believe, but to me you are just a person on a free app on my phone. My experience however is real....
@therealtrabo Жыл бұрын
Youre passionate about this man. Love it. I'm researching to see about pursuing truck driving right now. Thanks for the video!
@bradfordsullivan83143 жыл бұрын
You are the man Brian. I truly enjoy watching your videos as a new flat bed driver
@ScotianBlooded2 жыл бұрын
still trying to figure out why the 12 week course here costs more than 2 years of college
@VenatusInvictus3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for posting this video! You've just explained everything better than I could've!
@MarcioRodrigues-we4xj10 ай бұрын
🙏🏻👏🏻👏🏻I needed to hear this . Thank you for the motivation . I heard a quote the other day “People want’s to see you doing well…but not better than them “ Thank you buddy Great job
@HiltsyAdventure2 жыл бұрын
I stated driving in 2004 and drove for 10 years (company driver). When my third kid was born I went off the road and went back to school. I got two AA degrees (web and Graphic Desing) and took a pay cut by over half (I made 30k a year the last 5 years and can’t get a better paying job without a bachelors or masters). I am now going back out on the road because 30k a year isn't cutting it (haven't been able to pay a dime on my college loans) and my kids are older, I am keeping the graphic design job, and ill be driving and I should bring in over 100k from doing both. I am kicking around the idea of buying a truck after a year back, I need a retirement plan, I'm almost 40 and don't have anything. its going to be hard work, but I refuse to get food stamps or anything and I have a family to support.
@willsprocess Жыл бұрын
Thank you I took a year off from the industry and was on the fence. 🙏🏽 also appreciate the kick in the ass too 😉
@francomtz71156 ай бұрын
In today's trucking industry it's not worth it, unless you have no other skills
@o.00.o74 Жыл бұрын
Man you know your stuff. You said it brother. You do not lose if you fail but you lose if you give up so keep on truckin!
@tomotoole38983 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to it! Just a few more steps. Gotta get my second covid shot, then I need to visit the parental units (been two years now thanks to covid). Then it's on to CDL school. Honestly, I can't wait!
@danvick321910 ай бұрын
I did 47 years as an otr driver as an owner operator it had good and bad times it is a really hard life. 😕
@darrelltinsley33843 жыл бұрын
Bro, Have now watched this video serval times through. Homie I can't stop laughing. This video is AWESOME. Keep up the good work and remember 6 pack abs by November. You keep posting and I'll stay driven. ☮️ from Cali.
@DrivenTrucking3 жыл бұрын
💪🏻👊🏻
@darrelltinsley33843 жыл бұрын
Bro, Awesome, Awesome, Awesome!!! Life is a hustle and if you step your game up you will get what is coming to you. My screen saver aka my windshield changes second by second. This video was informative, motivational, but most of all entertaining. You keep doing you bro and don't forget to keep the posts coming. In return l'll stay driven. ☮️ from Cali.
@SoCal7803 жыл бұрын
Right on! 👍
@ronvachon14343 жыл бұрын
When I started as a company driver 5 years ago I was making $0.27 per mile now I'm and owner operator making 200k plus looking back of the hard work I've put in I'm proud to see where I've come from! Keep up the great content brother you and make cents have been great inspiration to me and many others!
@ShinzoX902 жыл бұрын
And after expenses and taxes you almost make minimum wage. Good on you
@baseball31062 жыл бұрын
@@ShinzoX90 exactly lmao he forgot to mention all the fuel expenses and maintenance for the year on his truck
@eccentricraven2 жыл бұрын
I'd say after expenses that 200k is maybe 60k if you don't have major truck repairs and if you calculate the amount of time in the truck it is crap pay!
@g5nerd492 Жыл бұрын
@@eccentricravenlmao tell me you know nothing without telling me.
@HarrisArmament Жыл бұрын
What are the profit margins though
@laszlohorvath86373 жыл бұрын
I so much appreciate your HONESTY and motivation and numbers on your videos. Thank you!
@donfrossard87273 жыл бұрын
Teaming with my wife 1st year at usxpess company drivers 80k each 160k love it best job ever
@gregorymurdock85516 ай бұрын
31 years… still loving it!!! God bless you all on your journey
@zach89697 ай бұрын
I gave over 3 years of my life to trucking that I will never get back. Missed 3 years of my kid growing up, lost most of my friends, and almost got divorced. The pay isn't worth living in a box and having your life controlled by some dipshit behind a desk. Imagine having to ask for permission to go home for a few days out of the month for a place you pay for lol.
@slumy81957 ай бұрын
how much was it per yr? cant imagine holding ur poop every 50 miles for a rest stop... daily...
@zach89697 ай бұрын
@@slumy8195 Not enough
@jeremygordy64205 ай бұрын
Best trucking video iv seen so far I start trucking school Monday and this guy seemed honest and no bs thanks bub
@davidmcdaniel59298 ай бұрын
Wtf ever, I've had my CDL 4.5 years,I'm a company driver,no other industry asks you to put in minimum 12 hours a day,it's not healthy,it's not safe.I've sat at shippers/receivers 7-12 hours either waiting to pick up a load or be able to unload. Tired of the mentality of trucking,I regret getting my CDL, my advice is to 100% avoid this industry, it will wear you out.Put all the "positive " spins you want on it,it's a shit industry and shouldn't be presented otherwise.There are far more issues beyond just the hours, time passed away waiting on loads. Can't cover them all but I know what it's like being on the road and it sucks.
@Joeywilkins_277 ай бұрын
Thank you I’ve waited 36 hours for loads sometimes getting shit stop pay
@smokeclouds87 ай бұрын
Have you tried a different company? Are you local or otr?
@m3nac32s0c13ty4 ай бұрын
@@smokeclouds8Not everybody's able to go work for the "good" companies. Lol
@smk39643 жыл бұрын
There are owner operators that make money, there are those that think that they make money, but they don't, and there are those that outright don't make money.
@mr.butterworth3 жыл бұрын
A great thing about trucking is, you’re never too far from someone who has goals, or has already done what you want to accomplish. You don’t see that in every profession. So find and associate with them! Even as a company driver working local I’ve been able to do that. A guy I work with has his own truck, MC, and contract freight, plus further plans. So I pick his brain all the time.
@Animalplanetkennels_11 ай бұрын
It is what you make it . Go long , stay on the road and save as much as you can . Low to no overhead is how you get ahead in trucking . One of my favorite parts of trucking was seeing our beautiful country.
@mikerhodes96873 жыл бұрын
Love watching your videos. I am retiring from the Army after 20 years and will begin my next career as a truck driver because that is what I want to do because of the scenery changes every few minutes and the prospect of going somewhere new each trip.
@stevegwizzle3560 Жыл бұрын
So how's ur new career change going?
@omargavarrete10783 ай бұрын
Awesome video bro thanks lm 42 years old lm live in California l wanna get my CDL class A l dont know where to start what do you rrecomend thanks
@thecookiedude852 жыл бұрын
I’m 36 years old with a background in restaurant and retail management. Just about to finish my 4 year with my CDL. Bought my truck a year ago. Best thing I’ve ever done. I’m running California Arizona Nevada and Utah. Home every weekend… I will never go back to a management position.
@careditor2 жыл бұрын
loved the video and subbed. As my final landing career at 57, i am going for a class a cdl.
@XmrcaptainbobX8 ай бұрын
To assume people who dont like it failed is where all your credibility goes out the window. Some people just get tired of bad logistics, ahole troopers, lying companies, and bad management. Trucking is shitty. Regardless it is one of the best jobs you can do without a degree.
@JIm-w1b4 ай бұрын
I was an advanced student, age 39, tops in my CDL school, a friendly, intelligent guy with a background in trucking. Then I went out with a trainer from USA truck who was a psycho case, schizophrenia with delusional features and severe mental depression on top of that. He had impossible demands and expectations and he hated me because I couldn't live up to them, and I was in fear for my life. I stuck it out to the end, but I was completely cured, of ever wanting to drive truck again
@youngsiles17 Жыл бұрын
Most companies pay you below minimum wage. High turnover rates. It’s horrible out here.
@m3nac32s0c13ty4 ай бұрын
Sounds like Werner
@starlight74992 жыл бұрын
This clip must be shown in every highschool . Best advice someone can give.
@hunterhobbs43743 жыл бұрын
I loved the message “STOP THINKING OF WHAT THE WORLD OWES YOU!” “GET OVER YOURSELF!” Amen man, well said. Also I hate the idea of being stuck in an office, I WANT TO SEE THE COUNTRY!!!! 👍👍👍
@DilankaAbeyrathna-q8m11 ай бұрын
Love your comment, that's the reason, I change my career pathway to become a truck driver.
@rcfarmer44504 ай бұрын
That's right work 16 hours 7 days a week for 3 months with no paycheck! Your employer don't owe you a paycheck! Get over yourselves and work harder for lesser!
@jkendall1975 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video, thank you for taking the time to make it!
@eastbroker3 жыл бұрын
Trucking is difficult. The ones that really make money are the brokers... tell the truth mega Carrier recruter...
@josephdaut103 Жыл бұрын
Right on! Thanks for the inspiration. I'm struggling through learning to drive a manual transmission in my last week of CDL training. Great work. Thanks again. Cheers.
@Lizbeth3696110 ай бұрын
How did it go? Did you lean? I want to lean too but im not sure if this is doable
@randyrawdingii51353 жыл бұрын
You're right brother. You gotta earn your stripes in any industry. The world doesn't owe me jack!
@mariobryant88032 жыл бұрын
You gotta earn things to get to where you are
@xavcuttinoakatheinspiratio43538 ай бұрын
This was a great message!!🎉🎉🎉🎉
@Doh_Chee3 жыл бұрын
I got my cdl 2yrs ago April 5th 2019. After bouncing around a few companies I bought a truck in September 2020 and leased on to Landstar. Now I average 3 to 4 grand/week take home when I'm out on the road.
@john-wo4rv2 жыл бұрын
I would wonder how much the money would go to gas prices now lol 1000 a fill up.
@MassEffectFTW6 ай бұрын
Was a mechanic for about 12 years. Automotive, Diesel, heavy equipment, small engines, all sorts of stuff. Recently decided to switch to trucking, transporting heavy equipment for the local CAT dealer. I’m starting at damn near what I was making turning wrenches. If the only trend is up if you put in the hard work, I think I’ve made the right move. Thanks, Driven Trucking. 👍🏻
@jhonp10036 ай бұрын
I've been a diesel mechanic for most my life. I'm 47 now, tired of dealing with breadcrumbs $$$ and ass****s, I'm in good shape but want to keep it that way. Turning wrenches is hard on your body. Just graduated CDL school got my test in a few days. 🤔 I'll be making less than I would in a shop, but guess we all have to start somewhere 🫤🤷♂️ 🤞
@Samuel-I3 жыл бұрын
You've gotta pay your dues. I started in the 80s driving junk for $40k/yr. Now, I make well into the six figures... out 9 and home 5. That's a vacation every other week. Great equipment.. free insurance.. boss has my back. Paid my dues.
@JIm-w1b5 ай бұрын
About 30 years ago, I thought I wanted to be a truck driver, but the job has such incredible demands and so many serious responsibilities, such as how you can go to prison for killing somebody, that I cannot imagine how anyone would want to do it. The brutally long hours and generally low pay and long list of sacrifices and hardships. No job could be harder
@LCx8293 жыл бұрын
I'm not a trucker. Went to college for veterinary science. Work at a veterinary diagnostic lab. I'm a female but think trucking is pretty interesting. I'm a terrible driver in a regular car. My car has every warning, back up camera and sensor so I dont get into an accident or hit something. Keep on doing what you love in life.
@ImJiom2 жыл бұрын
Im actually a Mechanical Engineer but when I think things are rough I like to see how bad truck driving is just to keep myself into perspective
@edwardjones739 Жыл бұрын
I recently was granted my class A CDL, your videos built my confidence, you are a true inspiration in my life. I just want to say thank you!!!
@magicmark49033 жыл бұрын
Well said Brian. Entitlement is the biggest problem going on right now in America. You were correct when u said you have to get out there and earn it. No one owes you anything, so make it happen. Good video as always.
@t.m.15022 жыл бұрын
The new entitlement mentality out there is great for people who do the basics right. If you have work ethic, piss clean, and show up on time then you're already head and shoulders above the competition.
@OGbqze Жыл бұрын
@@t.m.1502 be a robot.
@t.m.1502 Жыл бұрын
@@OGbqze Success isn't difficult, just don't be a dope addled loser or lazy.
@OGbqze Жыл бұрын
@@t.m.1502 define success please.
@preppertrucker57369 ай бұрын
I used to work at a steel tubing manufacturing plant and our turnover even back in 2002 was horrendous and the pay was actually pretty good $15 an hour but people wouldn’t last till lunch and they would already quit people just don’t wanna work hard anymore especially physically….
@luismarquez443310 ай бұрын
I been driving 24 years and making $110,000 a year and im home weekly. Trucking has given me and my family a good life, if drivers are not making good money, is because they're working for the wrong company or they're just being lazyyyyyy.
@slumy81957 ай бұрын
if everybody was paid like u, you wouldnt have a job anymore.
@buckalvinpossumweight6252Ай бұрын
I worked for a mega for 3 months. I worked basically 70 hours every week for take home of $700-$800. You're working your ass off for basically an $11 an hour job. You're basically paying for rent with parking, utilities with showers and laundry. Couple that with being stuck in a truck 24/7 and having no free time.
@BlueDeath-r13Ай бұрын
Not worth it.
@buckalvinpossumweight625229 күн бұрын
@BlueDeath-r13 definitely not worth it. There's a million other job's better than that.
@BlueDeath-r1329 күн бұрын
@buckalvinpossumweight6252 I appreciate that Buck6252. What do you think about the autonomous self driving trucking company called Aurora? I heard that they will take out human commercial drivers.
@buckalvinpossumweight625229 күн бұрын
@@BlueDeath-r13 I don't know anything about it but I will definitely check them out.
@damirzanne3 жыл бұрын
it’s a fantastic career, that’s why there is a huge shortage of drivers , and nobody wants to do it , but you’re right, it’s a great job 🤣
@doobyboy212 жыл бұрын
Just discovered this channal very informative stuff on the trucking business ! I was at a trucking school 15 years ago to become a trucker, but I had also given my name to work in a correctional facility and they offered me something I couldn't refuse, but trucking still is in the back of my mind. Love the channal !
@augustineramos_ Жыл бұрын
Sounds good til you realize that trucking has had a revolving door for years now. This isn’t the trucking of the past like in the 70’s, 80’s, and even in the 90’s. Truck drivers are underpaid. You can hoo-rahh all you want about working hard but for the amount of time and danger that truck drivers put up with they’re severely underpaid. Especially owner operators.
@toddhansen34682 жыл бұрын
17 years of failed I guess.i ended up with back surgery a heart attack witch lead to heart failure and oxygen that's what I got from truck driving .you can have it I'm now retired.
@Demonoid19903 жыл бұрын
When I started trucking I went to a company run CDL school on 120k mile contract to work for them after. Which was fine, they were a pretty good company at the time. But from the beginning I had my eyes set on doing flatbed/step/drop deck like my grandpa. So I drove for them for a little over two years doing dry van and Reefer to develop some experience. I did my research, and joined up with a reputable family owned carrier that specializes in glass hauling on flatbed and drop decks. Just hit my 3 year mark with them, and things have been good. Now that I've saved up some money, I'm looking at going owner operator with this company. Still doing research, and waiting to see what sorta path this new Biden administration is gonna go down. But other than that, this life style fits me to a T. Young, single, no debts, and I've built myself a good reputation with the company and some of our customers. If I had to give anyone advice who were wanting to get into trucking, it's all effort, just like any other blue collar job. If you want to stand out and get preferential treatment, then you have to give it 110%. Keep your log book in order, keep your work space at customers clean, and for God sakes don't leave equipment behind with problems for the next guy. That's my biggest gripe with being a company driver right now, I'm frequently getting things fixed on trailers that other guys put off. Tires under inflated, various things that are broken, bent, or missing. Don't be that guy! Especially if you get into flatbed, drop deck, tanker, or anything with a lot of specialized equipment. Not everything can be fixed at a loves, TA, or Petro. I've lost loads before because the trailer I was told to grab for the load was screwed up, due to the last guy not saying anything. Our safety department has had quite a few 'conversations' with other drivers on my behalf because of it. There's nothing worse than getting hyped for a good load, swapping trailers, and only to realize something is screwed up due to the last guy hooked to it being to lazy to due his job properly. If it weren't for that I'd probably stay as a company driver. I'm very meticulous about keeping the things I have in good working order, and it irritates me when I see drivers out here who clearly don't give a damn about anything. If your gonna do a job, any job, do you best work and give it your all. Character, and reputation go a long ways in becoming successfull. Companies take notice of that as well. It's pretty easy for a company to look at your track record over a one or two year period, and see if you'll be a gem or a turd. Nobody wants to be a turd, so keep your reputation and your work ethics clean and shiny. Because bad habits and laziness have a way of coming to haunt you eventually.
@georgesumabat40902 жыл бұрын
I drove for so many years I don't feel like a regular human !
@aircooledhead3 жыл бұрын
I’ve always said “Trucking has to be IN you.” If it’s not, trucking is the wrong career for you. The pay IS miserable. You ARE gone from home, friends, family. You DO perform lots of work you don’t get paid for. It just ain’t for everyone.
@nstl4403 жыл бұрын
The pay is better then cashiers, warehouse employees etc and they also have to walk all day. So yes the pay isn't good but there is worse
@mr.butterworth3 жыл бұрын
Miserable pay is kind of relative to what one is coming from, and highly dependent on what they put into trucking. Even my first trucking job was hands down the best money I’d ever made to that point. Solidly middle-class even though I worked the hours for it. The income *potential* in trucking is basically unlimited. Those big chrome stacks don’t grow on trees.
@nstl4403 жыл бұрын
@@mr.butterworth In Europe you scale out fast. As an employee it's max +-15 euro an hour before taxes.. As o/o more, but competition is heavy. Many drivers and companies from eastern Europe work for less. A hard working trucker gets 3500 after taxes Otr at best. Flatbed, hazmat often doesn't pay extra. Imagine that Mexicans could take all the trucking jobs if they would like. That's what's happening in Europe...
@IAmMoto253 жыл бұрын
The pay is miserable for those who are used to well paying jobs but if you've only ever worked a minimum wage job such as what I'm working right now, it's a huge step up.
@victorhardin21863 жыл бұрын
@@nstl440 not all warehouses and your health will always be at risk sitting on your ass all day everyday.
@Ivane_Maskhulia2 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate. I am german citizen, I wil whatever it takes to moove to US, I will gathere enough money here to buy truck in US. It will work, it must work!
@candinelson79723 жыл бұрын
My 1st yr in trucking I made $50 thousand & just finished my 2nd yr & made $70 thousand in the 2nd & that is being a company driver! So I teach people the $ is there to b made u just gotta want it!
@pariswatkins626 Жыл бұрын
I got my CDL at 18. The truck driving school didn't tell me I gotta be 25 to get a job, with experience. I don't wanna drive for the big firms because of a lease. Watching these videos thank God I didn't drive a truck!
@MustangDesudiroz3 жыл бұрын
Why do I want to be a truck driver??🤔🚛? Cuz its my dream job👷 ♥️🚛 I don't like socializing👎 I want to be alone🏝️ I want to travel and make money 💸🗺️ I want to have my own truck and be an O/O 👷♂️ My classmates even laugh at me for my ambition. But people change. My heart has always been to trucks. I thought I'll be an IT person, but I got to be a truck driver. It's what I really want.
@MrsWJAA3 жыл бұрын
Trucking isn't for everyone, but for some, it truly is a perfect fit.
@jonmolina9483 жыл бұрын
@Hahmzed Yuzefan. I would at least try socializing with people.
@MustangDesudiroz9 ай бұрын
@@jonmolina948 i tried and hate it
@carlosgraca49143 жыл бұрын
Thanks, more and more I get incentive and inspiration with your's videos.
@robertelizondo77023 жыл бұрын
Very good points I believe it's how you look at things. You can fail at any job with the wrong mindset but I agree with you on the point of nobody owes you anything. I have been working since 16 and when I read a lot of reviews on truck driving companies, I believe it's because that person's expectation where to high especially just starting to drive. Start with the starter company and move on to a different company to make the career. That is what I"m planning to do once I get everything settled back down, I had started with PTL and they have called me to come back. I believe I will go back to PTL and get at least 1-2 yrs of driving experience then move on to another company but honestly thinking outside of the box has helped me out and hard work always pays off. Thank you for your points and agree 100% with you.
@JimmyViolet19K2 жыл бұрын
I needed to hear this!
@bosse31003 жыл бұрын
I like this guy he's 100% correct I drive for a company now and I'm also starting my own trucking company! This gives me even more motivation 💯💯
@MrDmacc1 Жыл бұрын
So will you continue to drive and manage your trucking business at the same time?
@gualygaete18945 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience and points of view did help me a lot
@dylanherrera44063 жыл бұрын
I'm 22. I've been driving for a year now amd yes it is hard. Both my kids and wife miss me when I'm gone but I couldn't do something else. I'm a second generation driver. Pay isn't the best but it's definitely getting better as time goes on. I'm really pushing to buy my first truck by the end of this year if not next year
@ElementalWarrior19993 жыл бұрын
I’ll soon join ya on the road bud, planning to get my cdl to, stay safe, and take it slow and careful, your life is worth more than the load, always be safe!
@Semrow4062 жыл бұрын
How much did you make your first year no BS
@francisco69692 жыл бұрын
Buy your own truck and do local routes. Hopefully, that will help you make more time for your family.
@Crapsshooter7119 ай бұрын
Right on, bro! Nice way to look at it.
@mistressmiscreation29773 жыл бұрын
When you lose, don't lose the lesson. Losers give you reasons why they can't win. Winners find a way to win. Have a winner's mindset. Do the research, have a success-driven mentality, and do it. I'm going to be 21 in November. I look forward to being a truck driver, learning the business, and perfecting my skill.
@francisco69692 жыл бұрын
Preach
@haylus36362 жыл бұрын
Thank-you for this my friend!
@Inquietuss2 жыл бұрын
It's not about what opportunities you have it's about the unethical treatment and pay. It's the only industry where you don't get paid while working. Where you are responsible for being a diesel mechanic without being one. Just because y'all are ok with gettinging abused doesn't make it right. And say you do set up a company then you are basically at the mercy of part manufacturers tractor and trailer manufacturers as well as brokers and freight prices. You business will always be at the edge regardless of what you think. One day dot coke end your company with one law just like that. Only a small percentage is able to maintain itself and that can change. It's not worth it.
@Lqx.roblox3 жыл бұрын
Great series. Very informative and motivating.
@chowdogchowdog29232 жыл бұрын
trucking is ruining my health
@SweetBearCub11 ай бұрын
A whole lot of that might be down to how you treat yourself. For example, do you smoke? Do you take advantage of company medical benefits and see a doctor on your 34, and follow what they tell you? Do you eat right and exercise regularly, above and beyond what being a truck driver requires? Etc. It IS possible to be healthy in this profession.
@Dubz04088 ай бұрын
Mine too, i had a fucking stroke last year. Im 34
@STEVEOfromSAN.FERNANDOca6 ай бұрын
@@Dubz0408my cousim drove for like years and he was inspecting his truck in the snow and fell face first. Stroke.. now hes sitting up depressed only able to use half his body. Exercise when you are not driving. They have gyms at these truck stops i hear. Flying tigers or whatever its called. Dont kill yourselves ❤be safe yall
@milanveverka40774 ай бұрын
My too.
@milanveverka40774 ай бұрын
@@Dubz0408I had HA.prostate problem,dibet.stres.im 66.