Can I become an owner operator with no experience?

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by Anthony_jones2019, Oct 23, 2023.

  1. Deadwood

    Deadwood Heavy Load Member

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    Yes, you can. In the same way that you could take a potato peeler to your privates.
     
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  3. Cat sdp

    Cat sdp . .

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    One more isn’t gonna matter…… jump right in
     
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  4. bad-luck

    bad-luck Road Train Member

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    Think about it? Can you become a doctor with no experience?
     
  5. pavrom

    pavrom Road Train Member

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    Its easier to obtain CDL than surgeon license!
     
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  6. Cat sdp

    Cat sdp . .

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    or authority
     
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  7. bad-luck

    bad-luck Road Train Member

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    Yes it is. But the OP wants to become an owner operator, he doesn't have a CDL, has zero experience.
    Point I was making is , it insane to to even ask with no CDL or experience. He needs to start at the bottom like everyone else. Start at a low pay company and work his way up... You don't start as an owner operator, you need training and experience BEFORE you even consider becoming an owner operator.
     
  8. pavrom

    pavrom Road Train Member

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    ... I started as OP ... never worked for a company... Did i do mistakes?! - of course, but that never put me out of business:)
     
  9. pavrom

    pavrom Road Train Member

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    ... But i started with pick up truck and 4car trailer... Bit easier i guess than jump to semi
     
  10. bad-luck

    bad-luck Road Train Member

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    Glad you made it
     
  11. CruzControhl2

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    What can a new operator expect to pay monthly in insurance and how much is s down payment typically on a policy?
     
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