With the rise of outsourcing that started in the 80s, US workers across countless industries started worrying that they would lose their jobs to overseas workers. After all, it’s generally much cheaper to employ people outside of America, and most companies are always looking for ways to save money. For some industries, outsourcing has become
Maintaining the balance between work and life has been a growing challenge for people across all industries, especially in our internet-connected world. Personal devices are often used for work, blurring the boundaries even further. A recent survey shows that 66% of full-time employees don’t believe they have a healthy work-life balance. For truck drivers, maintaining this balance
With so many jobs available in the trucking industry, many current and potential drivers aren’t sure where to find the best driving opportunities. While some trucking companies offer enticing sign-on bonuses, that doesn’t tell you what it’s like to drive for them. It’s important that you choose a job that meets your on-going needs and preferences. One thing
Mental health issues are something that affect everyone in some way. While mental illness has long held a stigma, recent years have started to change the public perception of conditions such as depression, anxiety, and more. With the change in perception, many more people have begun to open up with the
The job industry is experiencing a lot of shake up at the moment. As we mentioned in our previous post, the outbreak of COVID-19 is having a unique effect on trucking. While some companies and subsects within the industry are experiencing shortages and a lack of miles, others are seeing a surge in
As you’re well aware, the world is facing a serious pandemic. While some industries are getting hit harder than others, we’re reaching a point where everyone is being affected by COVID-19. The trucking industry is no different, though it finds itself in a unique situation. In certain sections of freight and logistics, work is drying up as events are being
As a truck driver, the last thing you want to do is get into an accident. If you hit another vehicle, especially a smaller car, the aftermath can be very serious. While you can make sure you follow all of the rules of the road, you can’t guarantee that other drivers will. That’s why it’s very important for
As we head into a new decade, the shortage of available truck drivers continues to grow. The industry is currently in need of more than 60,000 drivers. Analysts estimate that this number could grow to 100,000 by 2023. Most trucking companies are scrambling to entice new drivers with better pay, proper benefits, performance bonuses,
When you’re a parent, it’s hard to have a job that takes you away from home. After all, parenting is essentially a 24/7 job. If you’re not around, it can be hard to fulfill your role. But for many, part of being a parent is providing for their family. Truck
In addition to an overall shortage in drivers, many trucking companies deal with high turnover rates. Sometimes, their drivers leave the industry completely. Other times, they simply switch to another company. Why do they switch? Generally, it’s due to a lack of satisfaction in their current job. Only about 50% of drivers are satisfied with their jobs. By