Women In Trucking Blog / Life on the Road (3)

by Women In Trucking Staff, on May 11, 2022 6:30:00 AM

Jennifer is a millennial seeking answers about what it takes to become a professional driver as she considers career options. Nancy is a seasoned driver looking to network with other …

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Topics:Life on the RoadWomen In TruckingDriver Perspective

by Ellen Voie, on Apr 29, 2022 3:15:39 PM

Recently the Department of Labor held a “Day of Action” to promote safety and address these issues in the trucking industry. Since our inception in 2007, our mission has included …

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Topics:SafetyLife on the RoadEllen's BlogGender Diversity Issues

by Women In Trucking Staff, on Jan 5, 2022 6:15:00 AM

Did you know that there are over 40,300,000 people enslaved globally? January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and transportation professionals are in a unique position to make a difference …

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Topics:SafetyLife on the Road

by Kellylynn McLaughlin, on May 18, 2021 4:29:03 PM

Hear from Kellylynn herself! Take a listen to the podcast version below. As those in the trucking industry know, the Post-Trip Inspection is a time to check and see if …

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Topics:Driver AmbassadorLife on the RoadDriver Perspective

by TA-Petro | Sponsored Content, on Mar 10, 2021 6:30:00 AM

As a professional driver, you know the cost of replacing tires is a major expense. What if you could save on tire costs without sacrificing performance or safety? Retreading can …

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by Roadrunner Freight | Sponsored Content, on Dec 15, 2020 11:25:28 AM

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit the United States, it impacted industries across the country. The oil and gas industry took a huge hit that resulted in an oil crisis that …

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Topics:Life on the RoadDriver PerspectiveSponsored Content

by Kellylynn McLaughlin, on Dec 14, 2020 4:15:31 PM

As a truck driver, we always want to be home for the holidays but sadly it is not always possible. However, a bright side is that more items are being …

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Topics:Driver AmbassadorLife on the RoadDriver Perspective

by Ellen Voie, on Dec 7, 2020 1:59:02 PM

Have you ever watched the YouTube video about the invisible gorilla? Click here to watch and count how many times the ball is passed between the players in the white …

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Topics:Life on the RoadEllen's Blog

by Women In Trucking Staff, on Sep 30, 2020 11:34:36 AM

Founded in 2011, the Women In Trucking Foundation raises funds to make scholarships available in the trucking industry in the fields of Safety, Driving, Technical and Leadership. The non-profit's core …

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Topics:LeadershipProfessional DevelopmentLife on the RoadWomen In Trucking

by Leanne Shub, on Sep 25, 2020 8:15:00 AM

Stress is a daily companion for most professional drivers. It was once considered only to be a mental condition. But in fact, it affects us physically, especially when we experience …

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Topics:Life on the RoadHealth and Wellness

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