How do I approach drivers at truck stops?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by ZakD, Apr 14, 2011.

  1. ZakD

    ZakD Bobtail Member

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    I am doing my research in preparation for a career as a driver. Part of this is going to truck stops and asking drivers for various companies what they think about who they drive for. How would you truckers recommend I do this without A) Interfering with your tight schedules B) Making you nervous ("why is this guy talking to me--is he a drug dealer?").
    Any advice is much appreciated.
    Zak
     
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  3. DirtyBob

    DirtyBob Road Train Member

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    Just look for the guys standing around smoking cigarettes outside the door. That's all they do is usually talk. Be ready for plenty of BS though.
     
  4. walstib

    walstib Darkstar

    I don't think you'll have any problems, just walk up to them and ask if they have a minute to talk to you, I think you'll find most accommodating...
     
  5. Everett

    Everett Crusty Shorts, What???

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    You got plenty of money, truckdrivers like two things, well three , one is cigerattes, 2 is coffee, and three is plenty bs too overfull the manure spreader with, so if want too do reserch a truckdriver lifestyle , buy him all three , well not 3 hes got plenty of that and keep the other two coming ,then go home and do your reserch:biggrin_2556:
     
  6. ronin

    ronin Road Train Member

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    Ask..hey driver, you need some company?

    Kidding, what dirtybob said.
     
  7. sidepocket

    sidepocket Light Load Member

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    if the driver is walking really fast dont stop him. just check around your local fuel and fill for the guys standing around just waiting to spew bs at the drop of any question
     
  8. CondoCruiser

    CondoCruiser The Legend

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    There's all types out there. Look for one that'll greet you or looks halfway human. You'll know the ones that have a corn cob stuck....

    I would talk with them one on one. More than one and it'll turn into a debate. Whatever you do, don't mention religion or politics. :)
     
  9. ronin

    ronin Road Train Member

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    Right on the religion and politics, and TAKE FOR GRANTED that at least 90% you'll hear is negative info from hearsay...ones who have a buddy, who something radical happened to..

    Throw out 99% of the negative, unless the same company keeps coming up.
     
  10. platinum

    platinum Road Train Member

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    Write down "wanna talk" on toilet paper and send it under the stall! Should do the trick!
     
    Last edited: Apr 14, 2011
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  11. ladywrongway03

    ladywrongway03 Heavy Load Member

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    learn to speak spanish,russian and polish
     
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