The best way to increase driver retention rates, attract qualified candidates who are the right fit for your company, and boost overall employee satisfaction is to start by asking yourself: what do drivers want? We recently asked CDL drivers what they’re looking for from employers in 2024, and their answers might be more simple […]
When recruiting CDL drivers in today’s highly competitive market, it’s important to make every minute count. From the initial review of an application to the end of the onboarding and driver orientation processes, being efficient and effective with your time will save you money and maximize your success in hiring and retaining quality drivers. […]
One of the best ways to learn about evolving industry trends and technologies, network with like minded professionals, and promote your company is by attending a trucking conference. There are many options to choose from throughout the year, each offering unique benefits for attendees. Most conferences take place over the course of a few […]
Now, more than ever, truck drivers have the ball in their court when it comes to selecting and applying for CDL job listings. Drivers are able to make their decisions based on many factors, including benefits, distance from home, freight type, and pay. Traditionally, many recruiters have focused on pay as the key differentiating […]
Did you know that, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, one out of every four veterans are truck drivers? Or that 10 percent of all truck drivers are veterans? Truck driver employers are in a unique position to provide support and assistance to these hardworking and brave individuals, and there are many organizations and programs […]
How satisfied are the drivers at your company? What about truck drivers nationwide? The answer to that question, and many others, can be found in Drive My Way’s 2023 Driver Happiness Report. Using data from the responses of over 500 professional truck drivers across the nation, we have analyzed driver satisfaction rates and the […]
This year’s premier trucking industry event, the annual American Trucking Association’s Management Conference & Exhibition, was recently held at the Austin Convention Center in Texas. Taking place from October 14-17, the event included a myriad of sessions on top industry issues, panels with experts and industry leaders, and a 250,000-square-foot MCE Exhibit Hall that […]
Truck driver recruiters have so many responsibilities, sometimes the job can feel overwhelming. Dealing with many moving parts and competing priorities, such as monitoring DOT and company standards, staying up to date with current marketing trends, and knowing where to look and how to screen for quality candidates, it’s important to focus your recruiting efforts […]
Each year, NFI Industries recognizes and celebrates its drivers across the country who have gone above and beyond to reach impressive industry milestones. At events held nationwide throughout 2023, NFI celebrated 25 drivers who have driven at least one million accident-free miles as the most recent inductees in its Million Miles recognition program. Six […]
Every year, the first week of October marks National Mental Health Awareness Week in the U.S. This is an important reminder of the struggles facing those who deal with mental illness, and a chance for everyone to evaluate their impact on the mental health of those around them. Anyone who works in the trucking […]
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