Maybe starting over at 48 in Iowa

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  1. abart

    abart Bobtail Member

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    Good day everyone! Basically, I hate my current job and have for several years so looking for new challenges. I have always been intrigued by the trucking business and now getting serious at changing it up and following what I think would be a great way to finish out my final years until I retire. I'm trying to learn all I can (without overthinking it) about this industry and came across this site and I love it! So I will be checking out all I can and I hope to learn alot from you guys and gals. Cheers!
     
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  3. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    That's a good plan. Let us know what you want; local, regional, OTR (long haul), and we'll help you get a good start.
     
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  4. abart

    abart Bobtail Member

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    Thank you for the response! I think I am looking more local/regional at this point to stay closer to home for now. OTR is appealing but not in the cards at this point.
     
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    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    How close are you to Charles City?
     
  6. abart

    abart Bobtail Member

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    I am south of there a few hours. I am just south of Des Moines about 15 minutes.
     
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  7. SRJ

    SRJ Light Load Member

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    Started a truck driving career at 52. Wish I would have done it sooner. 12 years of sales and sales management. 15 years of law enforcement before I made the decision to go OTR.
     
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  8. Last Call

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    Indianola ?
     
  9. abart

    abart Bobtail Member

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    That is good to hear! Good luck and safe travels!
     
  10. abart

    abart Bobtail Member

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    Just west a few miles on Hwy 92. Prole is technically my address.
     
  11. Last Call

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    Go to Casey's Headquarters in Ankeny. And try to get on with them .. Got a couple friends that drive both local & regional.. they love it
     
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