Thanks for the plug you guys. Couldn't agree more on finding a good fleet owner. Lol. You guys were so awesome to work with. :) Super Dave Betancourt is trying to get into a new ride at the end of Feb beginning of March. That will pop a ride open if that comes to fruition.👍
I couldn't agree more. Having a good fleet owner is a major key to be successful. We've definitely had our fair share of bad owners, one with Panther and one really bad one when we first came on with FedEx. The owner we're with now is absolutely amazing! We love her to death. We couldn't be happier. Thanks for the video, Y'all!
Good information. I agree with you 100%. It doesn't matter how good the carrier is, if you as a driver don't produce for them; they won't keep you. Regardless if your delivering auto parts or pizza. Do good work. Be a guy they can count on and they will take care of the producers.
This Video comes at a Perfect time! My husband and I have gotten so many calls from different fleet owners after being pre qualified for Panther these last two days and we have been comparing the info and it’s been so difficult to choose. Like you said we don’t know who is “blowing smoke” etc.
Another great video. I just started this expiditing career. I researched info asked questions. I am driving for a fleet owner Jon Clemens. Great man. Always there
Hi Jason and Heather always been interested in the American trucking industry/companies ~ love your videos guys, take care of yourselves, be safe and Happy Trails. Kind Regards and God Bless. Alistair Bentley, Rotorua New Zealand.
Thanks Jason & Heather, this video was something I needed my hubby to watch so we both be in sync to what we are planning for our future, as always you had the answers to my questions and then some. Stay safe & blessed 🤗
As I remember it, you left your fleet owner because Panther dispatchers were misbehaving. When fleet owners fly-the-flag of a particular carrier, they don't have alot of control over the surly dispatchers.
Paul Sommerhalder Hi Paul 👋 We left our fleet owner because we bought our own truck .. kept it on at Panther for a bit then moved to LS which is a better fit for owner operators 😉
Hi Jason and Heather, a friend and I are going to give expediting a try. We are exploring the all important question of which fleet owner to go with. Am sending you an email on this subject.
Thank you! I wish I could talk my husband into expediting, he wants to do tractor trailer and I want to do straight truck expediting. LOL what to do what to do...🤷♀️
Jason, Heather thank you two so much for these videos. My wife and I are 4 years out from being able to retire from our current jobs at our 911 Dispatch center and transition into the life of being expeditors. So these videos help with my research and questions I have. I have been following you guys since your days with Panther when you drove for a fleet owner and you guys are great! How did you decide in your research that surface or general freight was best for you vs going with Fed Ex custom critical and hauling refer freight ? Again thank you and stay safe out there JP
jpunit840 Thank you! We are so glad our videos have helped you all. Back when we started FedEx CC didn’t allow pets for their white glove (specialized freight) and we weren’t willing to go on the road without them. We got all our qualifications & clearances to haul specialized freight which allows us to make great rates without having to do refer but the freight FedEx CC hauls for refer loads is great paying too. :)
My biggest mistake was not asking the fleet owner if I could talk with the drivers who worked for him. Had I done that, it would have saved me from getting involved with a person I would not Ever worked for. Tip. If an owner will not allow you to speak with thier drivers, that is a huge Red Flag! The first one never paid me and the second was a cheapskate control freak who never fixed Anything. Paid my dues, lesson learned!
Ray. You absolutely can if you dedicate yourself to learning the business and are good at managing your money. I'm five years in as an owner operator and this is the best job I have ever had ! Go for it and Good Luck !
I agree 100% I’ve had my share of bad fleet owners and being with a great one now makes a big difference. Very good info. Safe travels 😊
The Expediter Boogie Thanks Jerry!! Safe travels friend 😊💙
Thanks for the plug you guys. Couldn't agree more on finding a good fleet owner. Lol. You guys were so awesome to work with. :) Super Dave Betancourt is trying to get into a new ride at the end of Feb beginning of March. That will pop a ride open if that comes to fruition.👍
dave c Love you guys!! Nice are they buying their own or staying on with you?
@@TheCraftyTrucker They are going to try to buy their own. But we will help them along the way. 👍
I couldn't agree more. Having a good fleet owner is a major key to be successful. We've definitely had our fair share of bad owners, one with Panther and one really bad one when we first came on with FedEx. The owner we're with now is absolutely amazing! We love her to death. We couldn't be happier.
Thanks for the video, Y'all!
robert palacio So glad y’all are with a great owner now!! Safe travels :)
When you did the interview with your old fleet owner I could tell he was a caring, honest gentleman.
Tom Herron He is awesome!
I'm a Fleet Owner having a difficult time finding drivers. I hope I get some like you guys!
Where are you based out of? What kind of experience do you require?
Good information. I agree with you 100%. It doesn't matter how good the carrier is, if you as a driver don't produce for them; they won't keep you. Regardless if your delivering auto parts or pizza. Do good work. Be a guy they can count on and they will take care of the producers.
Another informative and honest vlog. Stay safe. ✌🧡🚚
Wayne Gutschmidt Thank you Wayne 😊
This Video comes at a Perfect time! My husband and I have gotten so many calls from different fleet owners after being pre qualified for Panther these last two days and we have been comparing the info and it’s been so difficult to choose. Like you said we don’t know who is “blowing smoke” etc.
ALadys Tale It’s sometimes hard to know what to believe. Glad the video helped! Good luck :)
TheCraftyTrucker definitely. Thank you!
ALadys Tale hey send us an email. We’d like to try and get you with someone really good
ALadys Tale thecraftytrucker@gmail.com
Thank you, TheCraftyTrucker email sent 🙂
Two very good & Honest people. Be safe out there team crafty😁👍
Jerry Glen Thank you Jerry 😊
Great information.
Finding a good fleet owner is definitely important. Good vid! 👏👏👏
Everything Apax Thank you!! 😁
Another great video. I just started this expiditing career. I researched info asked questions. I am driving for a fleet owner Jon Clemens. Great man. Always there
DAVID DeWitt Thank you David! Glad you are doing great & have a good fleet owner! Stay safe :)
DAVID DeWitt Thank you David! Glad you are doing great & have a good fleet owner! Stay safe :)
This is thorough, detailed & most informative video. Amazing Information. Thank you so much
Hi Jason & Heather! Thank you for the video. Great subject!! Shared!! Peace, Love, & Expediting!
Wow, another great video. Great information!! Really appreciate everything that you both share. Stay safe out there.
Yippy! Audio works on my Roku again!!! 👍
hello there my two favorite truckers and trucking puppies. 👋
Joseph Boley Howdy 👋🐶😊
Awesome video. Very informative this video will Definitely help alot of people! Thank you for sharing. Safe travels my good friends. ✌❤🚛
Joe Man Thank you Joe 😊
I agree 100%I'm just about to buy a truck. The only way I made it here is because of the team of people behind me in the office.
Hi Jason and Heather always been interested in the American trucking industry/companies ~ love your videos guys, take care of yourselves, be safe and Happy Trails.
Kind Regards and God Bless.
Alistair Bentley,
Rotorua New Zealand.
Alistair Bentley Thank you very much!!
Thanks Jason & Heather, this video was something I needed my hubby to watch so we both be in sync to what we are planning for our future, as always you had the answers to my questions and then some. Stay safe & blessed 🤗
Mia Navarro Glad it helped Mia! Thank you 😁
This is great content. Y’all hit the nail on the head
Kay325 Thanks Kay :)
I think your my fleet owner from my hospital bed hahahaha.
God bless yall keep on trucking
👍 info on point - thanks ✌
Great information!
awesome video god bless you all
As I remember it, you left your fleet owner because Panther dispatchers were misbehaving. When fleet owners fly-the-flag of a particular carrier, they don't have alot of control over the surly dispatchers.
Paul Sommerhalder Hi Paul 👋 We left our fleet owner because we bought our own truck .. kept it on at Panther for a bit then moved to LS which is a better fit for owner operators 😉
Hi Jason and Heather, a friend and I are going to give expediting a try. We are exploring the all important question of which fleet owner to go with. Am sending you an email on this subject.
Hay hay,hope you both are doin well,be safe out there you two,hello from Colorado Spring,CO.
Eldon Granger Jr Hey there! Thanks :)
@@TheCraftyTrucker welcome
They will line up 3 deep for you to be there fleet owner!!
Trucking Review Channel Thanks so much 😊
Agree TRC. Are you doing a live feed tonight or are you rolling the large car?
@@scottreal3220 thinking live mabey
Thank you! I wish I could talk my husband into expediting, he wants to do tractor trailer and I want to do straight truck expediting. LOL what to do what to do...🤷♀️
Straight truck!
Pamela B Straight truck for so many reasons lol!! 😁
Morning you two.
ecovention Hi 👋
So very true
Jason, Heather thank you two so much for these videos. My wife and I are 4 years out from being able to retire from our current jobs at our 911 Dispatch center and transition into the life of being expeditors. So these videos help with my research and questions I have. I have been following you guys since your days with Panther when you drove for a fleet owner and you guys are great!
How did you decide in your research that surface or general freight was best for you vs going with Fed Ex custom critical and hauling refer freight ?
Again thank you and stay safe out there
JP
jpunit840 Thank you! We are so glad our videos have helped you all. Back when we started FedEx CC didn’t allow pets for their white glove (specialized freight) and we weren’t willing to go on the road without them. We got all our qualifications & clearances to haul specialized freight which allows us to make great rates without having to do refer but the freight FedEx CC hauls for refer loads is great paying too. :)
Thank you guys for the reply and info .. 100% helpful
If you are running solo and keeping busy that 34 reset tends to crimp your game plan been there done that
Was you guys on 22/78 today in the sip
Sherwin Brown Nope wasn’t us.
My biggest mistake was not asking the fleet owner if I could talk with the drivers who worked for him.
Had I done that, it would have saved me from getting involved with a person I would not Ever worked for.
Tip. If an owner will not allow you to speak with thier drivers, that is a huge Red Flag!
The first one never paid me and the second was a cheapskate control freak who never fixed Anything.
Paid my dues, lesson learned!
Benjamin Atwater Thank you for sharing your experience!! That is so true about talking to other drivers. Be safe :)
i would be interested if you two ever go second truck and need a team
Robert Porter 👍
I'm a Fire Marshal, how do you protect yourself and the truck against fire?
rick gerhart We carry 2 fire extinguishers
Do you think you might add more trucks? Or are you happy having the one ?
Doc Holliday We’ve considered it ... but are up in the air about it right now.
@@TheCraftyTrucker Big investment.
Hey you crazy kids! Can a solo expediter make money if willing to stay on the road?? Stay safe y'all
Ray.
You absolutely can if you dedicate yourself to learning the business and are good at managing your money.
I'm five years in as an owner operator and this is the best job I have ever had !
Go for it and Good Luck !
ray smith Hi Ray! Thanks! Absolutely what Benjamin said 👍
I need to find a good fleet owner
Hyfield is looking for teams. You can set up an interview here. calendly.com/thecraftytrucker/15min?month=2020-10
I would like find one out of Ohio
What are you guys doing, your in the wrong seats...😉
Chris Helms LOL!! Keeping you on your toes 😉
Its to keep Jason from honking the horn. LOL!!!
Autumn Pryatel LOL!!! That’s right 😜
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Hey there
I think a less fleet owner is better
Rakeem Peace Howdy 👋
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