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You had a bad experience with one mega company where you barely were had a cup of coffee, yet blast all "megas" as if they are the work of the devil. Are there some pitfalls? Absolutely. Is there any company out there that is absolutely perfect for every driver's individual situation? Definitely not.
Many of these larger "training companies" provide an avenue into this industry some may not have gotten otherwise. There are folks at the "megas" for 10-20-30 years, same with smaller companies. What may not be your cup of tea, may taste terrific to the next guy.
Personally, I got my start with prime with thought of leaving after first year. That year has come and gone. I drive a '17 peterbilt auto with apu, sirius radio, directv in my bunk and a $1300+ (net) check that hit my account around 10 last night. Like you, I am from western NY, but am happily sitting in Cali as I type this. Some folks, like you, just aren't cut out for this life. I have been around the world in my younger years and now travel this country, getting paid to do both. Some folks would be miserable driving the same areas, with same views day in, day out.
At the end of the day, just because you feel you got a raw deal at ONE large company, doesn't mean all experiences are similar. You get out, what you put in.

 

Friend of mine, several years older than me, from my little hometown in Tennessee, was a merchant seaman for over 40 years. He always got jittery when he was home for a few days. He just couldn't take routine and if he wasn't moving he started pacing the floor. I have my Ordinary Seaman papers and planned to move to Singapore to work on a ship ported there and take the family, but that's where the wife drew the proverbial "red line", so I honored her wishes. Just as you said, @BQ Truck Driver , we're all different. The work choices and various lifestyles isn't a "one size fits all."

 

I wouldn't say you failed either, you went through a few companies but have found one you like, that's great. However, bashing all "megas" as if they are evil is nearly nonsensical, many ppl have long careers with some. I don't see myself staying at prime forever but they trained me, gave me a job at better pay than some folks that have driven years at other companies and have been completely fair to me throughout. There isn't a negative thing I have to say regarding them and they are certainly a "mega." Might I find a better fit down the line as life works itself out (kids, relationships, etc), certainly but for now I am building experience, being paid and treated well until that time arrives.

 

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