FSC? Help

You know that is one of the biggest myths out there. That just being your own boss and calling the shots just makes the bull #### all go away. If anything it increases. Not only do you have most of that same exact bull #### to deal with, and some more, but now you have only yourself to depend on to deal with it all. And if you're not a problem solver you won't do very well.

 

If you think the BS goes away magically when you buy a truck or pay $300 to the Feds for your MC number, you are sadly mistaken. You'll still have 90% of those problems and another 50% more. I got into this to make more money, period. The first truck was an old cheap cabover, and back in 2001, nobody thought they were cool or nostalgic. You have to run your truck like a business. A lot of times that 20 mile load is far more profitable than the 600 mile load. Would you rather do a $600, 30 mile load or a $600, 300 mile load? It's usually the first one, although it can be the latter due to other factors. There are no absolutes in this industry. Deadheading 500 miles might be more preferable than hauling for $1 a mile. OR hauling for a $1 a mile might be preferable to deadheading the same distance. Time spent is usually the factor there, as you're losing money on both choices.

 

I only pay 50 per line.

 

Specialized, not only Oversized. It may be munitions. Certain tanker load. Some may need special Reefer requirements. I may have said a niche market. Less than ordinary.
Maybe delivering floating outhouses. Forestry department bought to place on lakes to reduce pollution. Go figure. Many possibilities.

 

Reserch as much as you can. Save money. Find people that you trust and run your plan by them. Find a truck that you may know a little about. Trust your instinct.
At times being an O/O can be very hard on you. It takes mental fortitude. But other times it can be very rewarding. Finding a good reputable company and leasing on to them is the best way to start out in my opinion. Good luck to ya