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It is what it Is.. just keep moving forward...

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by BrenYoda883, Dec 17, 2013.

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  1. Dec 17, 2013 #51
    "Hang - Man"

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    LOL what happened to this thread it turned into the "Man Haters and trashy dressers thread" LOL
    Don't discourage the trashy dressers --it gives everyone something to look and laugh about when watching truck stop TV. :smt118
     
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  3. Dec 17, 2013 #52
    pattyj

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    You notice that too huh,lol.Don't think that was the subject of this thread.[QUOTE="Hang - Man";3722712]LOL what happened to this thread it turned into the "Man Haters and trashy dressers thread" LOL
    Don't discourage the trashy dressers --it gives everyone something to look and laugh about when watching truck stop TV. :smt118[/QUOTE]
     
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  4. Dec 17, 2013 #53
    fld

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    That is so true. You know, the thing about work, any kind of work, is being professional and having your fellow workers respect you.

    That shows in your work ethic, your competence, your attitude, and your attire. Dressing the part of the "hoochie" can only lead to disrespect. How can anyone respect someone that doesn't respect their own self- ESPECIALLY where they earn a living.

    It is very inappropriate and unprofessional, and it must make it that much harder for the 99% of women that are professional. It is sad that some people need that kind of (bad) attention.
     
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  5. Dec 17, 2013 #54
    Lepton1

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    Regarding the premise of the OP, I agree completely that even if your training situation or new solo career has obstacles or unpleasant situations, it is best to move forward and complete your six months or year before moving forward to a better position. The reality is this industry is set up to force the great majority of new drivers into training with companies that often take advantage of new hires. Deal with it, pay your dues, and get that experience under your belt.

    Have a plan. Work the plan.
     
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  7. Dec 18, 2013 #55
    blairandgretchen

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    You pretty much nailed it there. This is the reason my wife won't talk on the radio, would prefer we stop at rest areas and not truck stops, and doesn't like to leave the truck without me.

    She has the same opinion of the dress code, not only for drivers, but in general. She was raised in a "You AINT going ANYWHERE looking like THAT!" household.
     
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  8. Dec 18, 2013 #56
    SheepDog

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    I have to commend you on staying the course and fulfilling you time to get your refresher course completed. That must have been hard but, it will pay off. If you hadn't finished, you would have just went somewhere else and done it again. I wish you the best.
     
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  9. Dec 18, 2013 #57
    okiedokie

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    Build a sound foundation of Respect and Professionalism for yourself and others. Enough said.
     
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  10. Dec 19, 2013 #58
    BrenYoda883

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    Well Said and needed to be said.. over and over... you are absolutley right.. I did speak up and out.. and the company actually fired him.. not just because of that.. in fact there were many issues that just were not right... He had major mental and emotional problems..

    From my experience, male or female, when you are a trainee in a truck it is all to easy to believe you are more vulnerable... you are miles away from home, you new to the company and have no to little experience.. so you find yourself thinking you just need to put up with it and get through your training...

    There were warning flags very early, probably from my 2nd day in the truck.. and I just wanted to get through, get trained and go solo... but, things just kept getting worse and in truth.. it was not a good and safe condition.. I could not sleep sound in the truck.. even through I was on the top bunk and he was in the bottom.. I was not able to get sound sleep.. and that is not good.. all his mood swings, temper tantrums and out bursts really wore on me.. and as a driver, especially a new driver.. being rested and mentally alert and all is very important..

    I really appreciate and agree with your post.. and absouletly anyone, male or female does not need to put up with harrasment or mental or verbal abuse...

    I would also like to say.. that, I did not dress or act provoctive or sugestive in any way.. I wore jeans and t shirts and hoodies.. I did not even wear make up on the road.. I did not particiapte in conversation that was sexual or anything.. While I understand what you are saying about how some womend draw the attention... That was truley not the case with me.. which is why other men on the road did treat me with dignity and respect.. However.. one has to have dignity and self respect to treat others, male or female with dignity and respect.. and there are drivers who have no to little self respect or dignity..
     
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