Looking for a successful mentor

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by Highwolf89, Jun 19, 2014.

  1. Highwolf89

    Highwolf89 Light Load Member

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    I am 24 I own my own truck but I am wanting to know more and looking to make a big run at the trucking industry I am looking for a mentor to talk to topics about trucks and business and growing... I am very eager and motivated... Would really like to pick your brain for ideas on how to be successful.. I chose this because I love trucking... Please let me know if anyone can mentor me on being successful... Thanks
    I would be glad to talk over the phone.
     
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  3. Florida Playboy

    Florida Playboy Road Train Member

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    Just wondering, you're a new driver and already have your own truck?
     
  4. MsJamie

    MsJamie Road Train Member

    Just a few questions:

    How long have you been driving?
    Who do you drive for?
    Whose name is actually on the title... yours (alone), the bank, or the leasing company?
     
  5. tumblin dice

    tumblin dice Light Load Member

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    Did you get talked into a lease by one of those megas? Good luck and listen closely to what people on this forum tell you?
     
  6. Highwolf89

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    I actually bought the truck non finance right now I am doing port gig but wondering what should be my next move the truck is a 96 kenworth t600 cat engine. I have been trucking for about 1 year and half now..
     
  7. Highwolf89

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    I want to get into flatbed I know I did flatbed crane truck for 4 years
     
  8. Florida Playboy

    Florida Playboy Road Train Member

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    Why aren't you happy with the port gig? Not enough money or what? Be more specific if you want people to give you advise.
     
  9. ShakieHead

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    Be the first one rolling, an the last one parked. Save money like crazy, limit personal pay roll. Maintain your equipment an remember Uncle Sam an you'll be fine. Don't make any major changes unless you have a nice bank roll for it too.
     
  10. paintballer

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    I would post more detailed information on your current operation. Are you leased or independent? What's your gross and miles now? How many miles are on your truck and current condition?

    I am assuming you are wanting to go OTR?
     
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