Orientation in the morning.

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Labrador, Jun 14, 2022.

  1. austinmike

    austinmike Road Train Member

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  3. Labrador

    Labrador Medium Load Member

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    Thank you so much. I have to say of all the message board forums I have been to, this one has some of the nicest people.
     
  4. Kyle G.

    Kyle G. Road Train Member

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    Don't drop the soap lol
     
  5. motocross25

    motocross25 Road Train Member

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    Bring a bottle of water, or gum if allowed. I’ve never been to orientation at WE but if it’s like any where else they shut the lights off and “ok let’s watch a 45 minute video on maintaining 3 points of contact” and you’re fighting a nap the whole way.
     
  6. LtlAnonymous

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    Honest question, why did you choose Western Express? I quickly browsed your post history, and didn't see any incidents that would require a second chance. All I saw was a relative lack of experience.
     
  7. Moosetek13

    Moosetek13 Road Train Member

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    My thoughts as well.
    Swift might be a better option in that area.
    (Others perhaps too, but I have had good luck with Swift.)
     
  8. Labrador

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    Update - I had called to confirm my reservation at the motel and they said it was not there..I checked with another person at the front desk, still nothing. I am about 46 miles from the hotel and orientation location so I will just drive there in the AM.
     
  9. Rideandrepair

    Rideandrepair Road Train Member

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    Good Luck! My Mother used to say “Act like you’ve got good sense “. Grandma said “ Don't talk too much”. Dad said “ Don’t be intimidated, talk to the Boss/ Owner, same as you would anyone else”. My advice? Try not to fart loudly in class.
     
  10. Moosetek13

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    Sounds like your mother derived that from what your grandma said.

    And your dad was right, as long as you are not a rude and crass jerk.
     
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  11. Labrador

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    Haha
     
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