Going in with your eyes wide open and knowing what to expect in that first and very important year as a new CDL truck driver, will ease some of the stress of a new career.
Find what it’s really for your first year on the road after completing your CDL truck driving training program.
A Trucker's Guide to the Trucking Industry:
Surviving and Thriving
Smart Trucking was created for the trucker.
The trucking industry is huge and can be quite intimidating. It’s difficult to find reliable sources of information.
As long time veterans of the trucking business, we share information, advice, tips and give our honest opinions on related interests and issues, based on our 41 years experience in the industry.
Our mission is to share our passion for trucking and support the trucker by providing the key players in this business with the tools and skills they need for ongoing career success.
We’ll provide truckers with the help and support needed to survive and thrive in the industry and excel in a professional driving career.
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I have learned a lot from my 40 years as a professional driver.
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But it doesn’t come easy.
Here are some tips crafted by industry experts to help reach your goal to be a successful owner operator and help you decide if this long term commitment is for you.
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Everything You’ll Want to Know About Paid CDL Training
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Sure Fire Owner Operator Tips + Advice For Profit And Success in 2021
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Tips, advice and real life experiences to help the owner operator achieve success.
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