Women In Trucking Blog / Ellen's Blog

by Ellen Voie, on Nov 30, 2023 11:39:54 AM

We are all familiar with the friend who forgets his wallet when it’s time to pay for the meal, or the one who orders three cocktails and wants to split …

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by Ellen Voie, on Aug 4, 2023 11:14:58 AM

Tammy Stoner Today’s professional drivers are much different than the guys I knew when I started working in the trucking industry. Yes, I wrote, “guys,” as I didn’t know any …

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Topics:Life on the RoadEllen's Blog

by Ellen Voie, on Jun 29, 2023 11:15:39 AM

Four years ago, I told my board of directors that my plan was to retire in July of 2023. It seemed that it would be a long time, but now …

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by Ellen Voie, on Jun 27, 2023 9:52:32 AM

Warmer seasons bring orange cones and constructions signs to our nation’s highways. Although these barriers might be frustrating, they are needed to maintain nearly 50,000 miles of interstate highways. How …

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by Ellen Voie, on May 26, 2023 5:04:48 PM

“If we could find a way To get inside Each other's mind, If you could see you Through my eyes Instead of your ego I believe you'd be Surprised to …

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Topics:Driver PerspectiveEllen's BlogGender Diversity Issues

by Ellen Voie, on May 2, 2023 8:46:29 PM

The Women In Trucking Association was searching for ways to reach the next generation to introduce them to careers in transportation. The idea of a doll was considered, and we …

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by Ellen Voie, on Mar 29, 2023 10:07:44 AM

The goal of Women In Trucking is to create a more gender diversity industry. We are proud of the fact that fifteen percent of our members are men who join …

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Topics:LeadershipHuman ResourcesEllen's BlogGender Diversity Issues

by Ellen Voie, on Jan 16, 2023 7:27:49 PM

Sixteen years ago, when Women In Trucking Association was formed, the response from the trucking industry was positive. They were more interested in using an untapped resource (women) to fill …

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by Ellen Voie, on Nov 3, 2022 10:15:22 PM

For over fifteen years, the Women In Trucking Association has worked hard to advance our mission: to encourage the employment of women, address obstacles and celebrate success. This goal to …

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by Ellen Voie, on Oct 4, 2022 8:54:43 PM

The mission of Women In Trucking includes the goal to, “encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry.” The idea of a mobile unit in a semi-trailer was realized …

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