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  1. VBobby

    Decision is Made

    I have been here since January and have studied enough to at least get an Associate in Expediting if there were such a thing. I have decided not to pursue this any further. While it is very intriguing, and despite all of the different ways to be an expediter, I have made up my mind based on a...
  2. VBobby

    Discuss going Solo in a ST

    I hope to start a discussion that ST Solo drivers will join and offer tips for making it work these days. I know, I know... at lot of posts advising against it but I also know that there are lot of ST Solo drivers making it. Bob
  3. VBobby

    Getting Qualified

    Ok I have a class a cdl already. I know how to get the Hazmat endorsement and will do so soon. I want to make myself available as a team driver and be as valuable as possible. How do you get T-Val and DoD qualified? Bob (BTW, my wife says that I am 'certifiable'. I'm not sure what she...
  4. VBobby

    Understanding earnings

    On the Tri=State web site it suggests these estimated earnings; DOCK HIGH STRAIGHT TRUCK SINGLE - $1,800 - $2,600/WK TEAM - $3,500 - $4,500/WK 65% OF GROSS RATE BILLED TO CUSTOMER SOME MINIMUMS APPLY FUEL SURCHARGE AVERAGE= ADDITIONAL $.20-$.30 CPM I know what ‘estimate’ means but...
  5. VBobby

    Getting ready

    I’ve been digging deep in this forum and I have to say it’s really been a busy place for some time now. While I am still confused by all of the information and opinions, I am now confused at a higher level and about more important things.:confused: I have also signed up for the workshop in...
  6. VBobby

    Introduction and question

    I’m a struggling real estate professional and recently a class a otr driver. I’ve been reading through this board soaking up what I can about expediting. I liked the challenges of having a real estate business and really like truck driving but not being a company driver. I’m intrigued by...
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