Category: Owner Operator
November 19, 2023
The Top 10 Qualities to Look For When Hiring a Truck Driver
You want your motor carrier business to attract and retain the right drivers. But hiring good drivers requires knowing which character traits and professional qualities are most valuable. As Haulin Assets Ep. 83 suggests, a good driver shows professionalism, takes proactive steps to get a job done, solves problems effectively, takes initiative to help other drivers,…
October 25, 2023
How to Establish and Maintain Good Relationships as an Owner Operator
Whether it’s a relationship with a customer or with your employee, creating and maintaining positive relationships can make or break your motor carrier business. A common work saying is that people don’t often leave jobs – they leave bosses. This is where brushing up on your human skills (otherwise known as soft skills) saves you…
September 20, 2023
Why Maintaining Your Truck Is Good For Business
As an owner operator, you quickly learn that taking care of your fleet is an important part of the business. And accepting that you’ll always have maintenance and repairs popping up at inconvenient times will help you stay in a proactive mindset when it happens (it’s all about managing those expectations, right?).
September 11, 2023
Build and Improve Your Trucking Company’s Credit Score
Most owner operators have experience with personal credit. The helpful thing is that business credit – for the most part – is pretty similar. Getting trucking credit is important because it’s a huge way to build your business foundation so that you become more established.
August 30, 2023
Ways to Keep Your Mental Health Strong on the Road
Being on the road isn’t easy for a variety of reasons. But there are ways you can keep healthy in body and mind as you work. Maintaining your mental health is one of the best ways to find success in your work and at home, and this post shows you how to do that.
August 10, 2023
Step-By-Step Guide to Getting Your Apportioned Plates
There are a lot of rules and regulations to follow in the industry. Getting your apportioned plates is no exception. Here’s a step-by-step guide to getting apportioned plates!
July 30, 2023
Leasing a Truck: An Owner Operator’s Guide
You need the right tools for any job, and the biggest tool an owner operator needs up front is a truck – or access to one, at the very least. Leasing a truck, however, can be confusing. Here are some common questions that owner operators need to know before making the decision to lease.
June 22, 2023
How To Get Your Own Trucking Authority
Getting your own trucking authority can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. In this post, we’ll break down what you need to know and the exact steps you need to take. More than anything, getting registered and recorded properly in the state and federal system is what matters most so you can get your business up and running.
May 23, 2023
Top 10 Tips For Owning a Successful Trucking Company
Running a trucking company takes a lot of responsibility. As you learn how to grow your business, this list highlights the top 10 ways you can do this successfully without cutting corners.
May 10, 2023
Are You Ready to Become an Owner Operator?
One of the most important factors to consider before making the jump to being an owner operator is knowing how prepared you are. Here are the top four signs that you’re ready to take on the responsibilities of being an owner operator.