Truckers and Travelers

Ever wonder what it takes besides just going through the motions of the application process for trucking authority?  Getting Trucking Authority also requires vision and persistence.  It reminds me of a verse in the Bible that says, “without a vision the people perish.”  I suggest three things to achieve operating authority. These include writing a business plan for your trucking company.  Second, educate yourself on the subject of trucking authority (also called operating authority).   Before you can be successful, you have to see yourself and your company succeeding.  And third, be persistent.

The first thing you must do when venturing out into the trucking industry is to have a trucking business plan written down.  A sort of map of the direction and steps you will take to achieve trucking business ownership.  Remember my blog about the 7 things to do before quitting your company job?  Well, after those things are behind you, now you must follow a business plan.  Your business plan must include all the steps, no matter how many, you will have to take to start a trucking company.  Will you incorporate?  Will you become an owner/operator first or get your trucking authority?  How will you finance your equipment?  How much start up money will you need to run for three to four months before seeing a paycheck?  What kinds of loads will you haul?  Will you stay close to home or go cross country?  These are just a few of the things you must write down.  Studies show that people who write down their goals are much more likely to achieve those goals than if they didn’t write them down.

Second, get some education and do some research.  When I wanted to get into real estate investing, I did some research and found that I needed education about the subject.  Then I attended a couple of three day courses on real estate investing basics and property management.  Armed with education I was able to direct my efforts into the types of property I wanted to buy and how to manage them once I got them rented.  You can find most of what you need online these days.  I also suggest talking with people who have achieved success in the trucking business.  Consult with experts on certain areas of the trucking industry.

The last thing you will need is some plain ole elbow grease and persistence.  Never give up in the face of challenges.  Learn to either wait out the problem and it will resolve on its own.  Or, brainstorm and find solutions to the problem.  Never ignore the challenges you will face.  They are opportunities for growth.  I call my mistakes and challenges my wisdom makers.  Be quick to call on your mentors and experts for help.  If you just can’t seem to get around the problem either by waiting it out or by problem-solving, ask someone with more experience.  Usually they are quick to offer assistance because they have walked in your shoes.

So, Fellow Truckers, remember to get trucking authority, you need to implement the above three things to be successful in your own trucking business.  My wish is that you gain support and motivation from these blogs.  Be safe out there!!!!