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Six-Figure Trucker
Hosted by Norton Transport · EN
Six-Figure Trucker is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking. We interview the industry's most successful driveaway truck drivers in each episode. We share some amazing driver stories, talk about what’s going on in the news, and, most importantly, give you the resources and tools you need to accelerate your driveaway career to that of a six-figure trucker. Join us while you drive to share some laughs and maybe learn something new about driveaway trucking. We’ll catch you down the road…
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EP182: There’s Always a Way with Sherrod Henry
5d ago00:15:39Tap to summarizeNo topic is off limits in the EL3PHANT ROOM! Our guest today hosts The EL3PHANT Room, a podcast he started to bring positivity to topics people tend to avoid. Sherrod Henry is the perfect host. He knows by experience what it’s like to face hard situations with the kind of positivity and self-belief that enable one to move through the darkness and into the light. On today’s episode, Sherrod talks from the other side of some tough times and is better for it. As he will say, “There’s always a way!” Join us as he shares what shapes his life, motivates his podcast, and fuels his Driveaway success! #SixFigureTrucker. Show Notes: EL3PHANT in the Room Podcast! (0:55) Music and Mission behind the show (4:13) Tough topics like Death…and what happens next (5:33) There’s Always a Way when you believe in Yourself (9:45) Special guests in the EL3PHANT Room and where to find it! (12:08) Keep Trucking, Sherrod! The Six-Figure Trucker is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking brought to you by Norton Transport. For more information or to subscribe, please visit Six-FigureTrucker.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →EP181: New to Driveaway, Not New to Hustle with Sherrod Henry
3w ago00:16:58Tap to summarizeHe may be new to Driveaway Trucking, but Sherrod Henry isn’t new to the hustle! In fact, his high motor is one reason why his foray into this space has been so successful. He’s a Class A driver who’s spent almost a decade behind the wheel in Trucking. In today’s conversation, Sherrod talks about his Amazon Hub, his experience in trucking, and his newfound affinity for Driveaway. He also shares insights into the importance of planning, dispatcher relationships, and other valuable topics. We’re pleased to welcome Sherrod Henry to the show on today’s episode of the #sixfiguretrucker. Show Notes Sherrod’s Amazon Hub (1:06) Background in Trucking and foray into Driveaway (2:52) The Importance of Planning and the Bonus when you do (4:44) What’s the difference between Freight & Driveaway Trucking? (7:58) A good relationship with Dispatchers is crucial (9:27) Utilizing a Chase Car (11:31) Learning Driveaway Secrets (13:26) Sherrod pitches Driveaway and John teases next week (15:07) Keep Trucking, Sherrod! The Six-Figure Trucker is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking brought to you by Norton Transport. For more information or to subscribe, please visit Six-FigureTrucker.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →EP180: Driveaway Driver, Pastor, Mechanic | The Many Hats of Earnest Walker
May 1500:12:39Tap to summarizeWhat Earnest Walker does behind the wheel each week is important, there is no doubt. But what he does off the road rises to another level. That’s because Mr. Walker is the kind of person who makes an impact on people through many different channels. As a musician and Senior minister at his local church, Pastor Walker leads and inspires a whole congregation. As a certified mechanic, Handyman Walker is everyone’s best friend when their cars break down. He wears all of these hats at home and on the road, and is a powerful force for good in the lives of people across the country. It’s hard to overstate the importance of being Earnest on today’s episode of the #SixFigureTrucker. Show Notes: Country boy at heart (0:58) Ministry on and off the Road (1:36) The man is also a Musician! (4:21) An ASE-Certified Mechanic (6:46) Closing thoughts from Earnest and John (11:19) Keep Trucking, Earnest! The Six-Figure Trucker is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking brought to you by Norton Transport. For more information or to subscribe, please visit Six-FigureTrucker.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →EP179: From Owner-Operator to Driveaway Pro with Earnest Walker
May 800:16:14Tap to summarizeOur guest today is a 14-year Class A driver with multiple certifications (CNG, manual, right-hand drive, specialty, etc) and some Class A stats. He currently boasts a 100% check-in rate, 90% completion, 79% on-time for the year, and 100% on-time in April. Earnest Walker is his name, and on today’s episode, he shares the strategies and tactics he’s learned over many years and through different vantage points in the world of trucking. Once an owner-operator, Earnest tested the waters of driveaway trucking after a breakdown. After experiencing driveaway with Norton and the money he could make, he left owner-operating for good. Now, after 16 months in singles, he is prepared to make another transition to the world of decking. As John will say, he’s what you call “a complete driver” who has seen it all and can do it all. Go behind the wheel with Earnest Walker on today’s edition of the #SixFigureTrucker. Show Notes: Welcoming Earnest Walker to the Show! (0:50) Class A stats! (2:29) Background, Qualifications, and journey to Driveaway Trucking (5:19) Relationship with Dispatchers (11:47) A Wild and Windy Story from the Road (12:55) Teasing next week’s continued conversation (14:46) Keep Trucking, Earnest! The Six-Figure Trucker is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking brought to you by Norton Transport. For more information or to subscribe, please visit Six-FigureTrucker.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →EP178: The Firetruck Guy of Driveaway with Durville Christopher
Apr 2300:16:08Tap to summarizeAlthough Durville Christopher isn’t technically a Fireman, he’s fighting fires all over this great land of ours. You see, Durville is the Firetruck Guy of Driveaway for Norton Transport! He jumps at the chance to deliver the big, red, brand new life-saving machines to fire stations all over the country. In today’s conversation, he shares his love for this and other kinds of delivery in Driveaway. In a beautiful twist of irony, he also shares a recent opportunity that he took to grab an extinguisher and fight an actual fire along the side of the road! Tune in as we welcome Durville Christopher back to the show for another episode of the #SixFigureTrucker. Show Notes: Fighting Fires roadside (0:45) Becoming the Driveaway “Firetruck Guy” (3:43) How about a controlled burn with a fine Cigar (10:52) Farewell to the Firetruck Guy (14:21) Keep Trucking, Durville! The Six-Figure Trucker is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking brought to you by Norton Transport. For more information or to subscribe, please visit Six-FigureTrucker.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →EP177: World-Class Driveaway Driver, World-Class Person with Durville Christopher
Apr 1600:15:14Tap to summarizeThe original meaning behind a particular handshake called the ‘DAP’ is both special and apropos. The story goes that a brotherhood of African-American soldiers in Vietnam dubbed their unique greeting ‘DAP’ to communicate dignity and pride. If you met our guest today, he’d dap you up quick…and it’s fitting for Durville Christopher is full of dignity, and we are proud to have him on the show. Durville is a class A driver who joins us with a 100% check-in percentage, 100% completion percentage, and a 71% on-time percentage so far this year. But, what truly sets Duarville apart as one of our top drivers is his kind spirit, positive attitude, stellar communication skills, and his all around world-class personality. This conversation will brighten your day and motivate your step as we welcome Durville Christopher to the #SixFigureTrucker. Show Notes Dignity & Pride: the History of DAP (1:18) Brotherhood among Drivers (3:08) Durville’s credentials, statistics, and stellar reputation (5:32) Lending a Helping Hand (9:00) Folding into a Garbage Truck (12:57) John teases next week’s episode (14:09) Keep Trucking, Durville! The Six-Figure Trucker is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking brought to you by Norton Transport. For more information or to subscribe, please visit Six-FigureTrucker.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →EP176: Between the Lines with Arthur Trader
Apr 300:09:12Tap to summarizeWe’re pleased to welcome Arthur Trader back for part two of our conversation. In the last episode, we discovered that he’s been driving trucks for over 30 years! But, he’s been running between the lines for far longer than that. Long before he was guiding his tires between the lines of the open roads, he was gliding on his own two legs between the lines of stadium tracks, football fields, and basketball courts. Arthur Trader was an athlete and continues to love sports to this day. For years, he has considered getting certified to step back onto those fields of play as a referee. On this episode, we go behind the scenes with Arthur to hear about his love for sports and the side hustle he hopes will continue to provide for the 9 children and 9 grandchildren that make his quiver full! Arthur Trader rejoins the show on this edition of the #SixFigureTrucker. Show Notes: Between the lines…in Stripes! (0:41) His background in Sports serves his goals as a referee (1:33) Father of 9…Grandfather of 9! (3:12) Lakers Basketball and Cowboys football (4:01) Signing off with Final thoughts and Load plans (7:42) Keep Trucking, Art! The Six-Figure Trucker is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking brought to you by Norton Transport. For more information or to subscribe, please visit Six-FigureTrucker.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →EP175: How a 30-Year Veteran Maximizes Miles and On-Time Runs with Arthur Trader
Mar 1900:21:36Tap to summarizeOur guest today has been moving trucks since the 90’s and can’t seem to get enough! Last month, he drove 10,000 miles and came within a whisker of doing it with a 100% On-Time percentage. One bad storm caused a delay, but it didn’t dampen his spirits. Arthur Trader just keeps truckin’ and is one of those guys you just want to be around and learn from. We’re privileged to have him with us today and next week as he shares from a reservoir of 30 years of experience over the road. If you’re a current driver, Art’s strategies will help you maximize miles and on-time percentages. If you’re considering Driveaway, his joy and enthusiasm just might prove contagious. Don’t miss this conversation with Arthur Trader on today’s episode of the #SixFigureTrucker. Show Notes: Welcoming Art Trader to the show (0:40) To Key West in a right-hand drive Garbage Truck! (1:17) No mud flaps, No tail lights, No problem (6:51) 10,000 miles in a month (10:46) Qualifications and Experience (13:06) On Time and competitive about it! (14:24) Arthur’s journey to and love for Trucking (16:39) Sage Advice from a 30 year Veteran Driver (19:13) Keep Trucking, Art! The Six-Figure Trucker is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking brought to you by Norton Transport. For more information or to subscribe, please visit Six-FigureTrucker.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →EP174: Driveaway by Day, PHLY by Design with Medley Fleuranvil
Mar 600:11:51Tap to summarizeWe were introduced last week to Medley Fleuranvil and his prolific production over the road as a Driveaway driver. We’re pleased to welcome him back this week to hear about his life off the road. Now, having already met him, you know that he’s about as fly as they come. But, Medley takes it to a whole ‘nother level and to a whole different spelling. He and his business partner are building an apparel line called PHLY, which stands for Peace, Happiness, Love, and Yours. In addition to this side hustle, Medley talks about his newfound love for fishing along the coastal waters of his hometown of West Palm Beach, Florida. He also takes us inside the gaming world where he plays competitively in what he hopes will eventually produce a streaming career. All this and more as we go off road with Medley Fleuranvil on today’s episode of the #SixFigureTrucker. Show Notes: He hails from West Palm Beach and a big family (0:45) A new hobby that’s quite a Catch (3:00) PHLY Apparel (4:10) Competitive Gaming (8:11) Keep Trucking, Medley! The Six-Figure Trucker is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking brought to you by Norton Transport. For more information or to subscribe, please visit Six-FigureTrucker.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →EP173: Elite Mileage, Elite Discipline with Medley Fleuranvil
Feb 2600:16:15Tap to summarizeOur guest today is a runner who trucks 700+ miles per day and 8,000+ miles per month on average! What’s even more impressive is that he does with on-time and completion percentages that are off the charts. There’s no doubt that Medley Fleuranvil has figured it out and is humming his way to driveaway glory. He joins us today to share his approach to driveaway and what makes him one of the most reliable and prolific drivers in the biz. All this and more on today’s episode of the #SixFigureTrucker. Show Notes: Medley joins us from the Road in Columbus, OH (0:44) A Non-CDL driver, Medley details the range of trucks he delivers and highlights his favorites (2:28) All-Star Stats (3:20) Early challenges to learning Driveaway (6:53) Crazy sights and treacherous elements over the Road (9:16) Secrets to On-Time deliveries (11:45) The Six-Figure Trucker is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking brought to you by Norton Transport. For more information or to subscribe, please visit Six-FigureTrucker.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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