leaving with my trainer on monday

Just to clarify, Garner trainers NEVER team. The trainer is ALWAYS in the jump seat while the trainee is driving. They get constant attention because training usually only lasts 3 weeks. Garner does not have any team runs either. I just wanted to make sure people don't get the wrong impression.

 

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Attitude goes a long way. You seem to have the right one along with the right mindset. You'll be fine.

 

For example. This is not the right attitude.

 

You'll do just fine.Getting nervous is all part of the game.I was nervous.Now im with an asphalt company and doing my first solo run Monday so ya im just as nervous as you.Don't be afraid to ask other drivers for help with the QUALCOMM and routing with your first run.

 

Just redirect when you get that how long you been driving question, how long? As soon as i could see over the wheel... oh for this co.. its my second run.... this week. Are you new? Nope been around for #### near 40 years... sooner or later they quit asking

 

I've always been the honest type. I just come out right and say I'm new. That way if they belittle me i just make them feel stupid. Well those types usually are stupid so they #### near did my job for me.

 

Most drivers are nervous when they get their own truck. I have been driving since 1995 and I still get nervous! Nervous is why I do my pretrips, set my brakes and get out and look when backing, slow down and increase my following distance, call dispatch when I am not sure I can make it on time. Don't ever lose your nervous! Do you know who to call to get answers? Will you set your brakes and walk back there and look 10 times at the end of the day when you are blindsiding into the very last place to park at 3 in the morning? Always ask questions and be cautious for the next 20 years. You will be fine if you do the things your trainer taught you! Good luck and stay safe! You are right... it is your cdl and you are the only one who can protect it!
Emma