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Continuing the awesome intelligence from our recent survey from the largest and most engaged audience of truck drivers in the country CDLLife, interesting, but not surprising, that a supportive work environment is what motivates drivers the most during challenging times. Building a great team starts by building relationships and defining great experiences for drivers before they are even hired. Hiring great drivers is NOT about casting a wide advertising net or even spending a lot on advertising....there is a better way. https://lnkd.in/eNKrvkEG

Our National Truck Driver Appreciation Week continues spotlighting Joe Fuller, responsible for transporting oversize and overweight freight for Bushell Transport Co Ltd. Q: National Truck Driving Week is an opportunity to inspire the next generation. What advice would you give to young individuals who are considering a career in truck driving, especially those who are passionate about Peterbilt trucks? A: Young individuals need to make sure they are aware of what they are getting into before getting into it. Educate yourself, maybe spend some time with a well seasoned operator to hear all the good and the bad that come with the career. Make sure they are aware that it is more than just a job, it is a lifestyle, a lifestyle that is not necessarily for everyone, a lifestyle that does take you away from friends and family for periods of time however, it is a lifestyle that holds many bonuses such as, being able to travel the country/countries seeing different cultures, different people, how they live and all the scenery that comes with the travel, whether it be nice sunny weather or dark stormy (tornados/blizzards). They need to understand that one always has to take the good with the bad. Don't miss out on our last driver spotlight coming tomorrow!

Joining us four years ago, Allison Notturnniano recently stepped into her role of Field Service Supervisor. Allison originally served as ProLift’s Rental Specialist and in this role also oversaw Transportation. Allison is excited to be the first Field Service Supervisor in our northern Ohio territory! #MemberSpotlight with Allison Notturniano "What is your advice for women entering the material handling industry?" - This industry can be intimidating because it is male dominated. My advice would be to jump in and learn by asking questions. You must have the confidence to speak up and let your voice be heard. In my opinion, this industry is so fascinating. The world cannot go around without us, and COVID is proof of that. We haven’t slowed down since! "What has been your favorite project/event at ProLift over your last 12 months, and why?" – Since beginning my role as Field Service Supervisor, I have been involved in a lot of projects. My favorite project was helping with our ASEC recertification, working with a service technician to 5S his van. Our Toyota ASEC rep, Rick, told us that it was an honor to photograph our van. It was very rewarding receiving that feedback and knowing that I contributed to passing a chapter in the recertification. #prolifttoyota #elevate #womensimpactnetwork #womeninbusiness #womenatwork #materialhandling #professionalgrowth

Why use professional drivers? 🚛 🚌 👉 Flexibility and adaptability are just some of the skills our professional drivers bring to the role. Our team of drivers are adaptable to changing circumstances and can adjust their routes or schedules to accommodate unexpected situations, such as traffic or weather conditions. This flexibility allows businesses to respond to unforeseen challenges without disrupting operations. 💰 That's why hiring professional drivers from Driver Hire Grimsby & Scunthorpe offers businesses the expertise, reliability, cost savings, and flexibility. These benefits contribute to efficient transportation services, improved customer satisfaction, and streamlined operations for businesses that rely on transportation for their daily activities. 🤙 Call us for a friendly chat on 01472 357171 or email the team at grimsby@driverhire.co.uk

A well organized onboarding while starting into a new company - maybe one of the most impactful things you can imagine. The first impressions of a company will stay in your mind for a while or maybe for a long time. I remember a really cool onboarding with Joerg Tauert a couple of months ago, more than 11 years ago to be fair. It was a great start to have an overview about how Turck is behaving, what things we do and who are important key persons to know early. Our HR responsibles are organizing in a fantastic way and the training department take that new #people with them for a week , supported by marketing, business units, workers council, IT and many more, to give a whole overview of the company and its best in a nutshell. A week full of nutshell!! From how Turck was founded to what decentralized automation and industrial solutions for a better tomorrow it’s a big number of different content. Because we do a hell of many things. Why we do this? Because people are our most important resource! Without the right team you will not succeed. And having a great pizza in the evening with the international attendees to build up a first #team relation is a big portion of this story as well :) #Turck

🌟 As our weekly Q&A series continues, we spotlight the incredible individuals propelling Route1 Group to new heights. 🚀✨ Join us in celebrating the diverse talents and vibrant personalities that fuel our success. 🎉💼 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐦 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐭𝐨𝐧, 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐞𝟏 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩: Q1: What's the best part of your job? 🎤 Sam Newton: "Customer satisfaction." Q2: Take us through a typical day in your life at Route1. 🌐 Sam Newton: "Start the day with calls from the crews, deal with emails, push texts and emails to delivery customers, handle crew delivery issues, sort route paperwork, and answer customer calls and messages." Q3: Share your favourite project or accomplishment thus far. 🏆 Sam Newton: "Joining the Fulfilment team." Q4: What brings you the most joy about being part of the Route1 team? 😊 Sam Newton: "Being a part of a team that is willing to help each other and work together." Q5: Drop a fun fact about yourself that colleagues might not know! 🤔 Sam Newton: "Can’t think of anything." Stay tuned for our next Staff Q&A where we'll be meeting our newly appointed Planning and Traffic Controller, Lewis Klugman, as we continue unravelling the team behind our success. We like to say, it's teamwork that makes the dream work! Learn more about the faces behind the desks, behind the wheel 🚚, and those tirelessly working in our warehouse and hand assembly room! 🧡👥 #Route1Team #EmployeeSpotlight #TeamQandA #GetToKnowUs

SOME CONCEPTS STAY WITH YOU..... I don't know exactly what year P & O Containers issued these note pads, but the impact of the lessons learned and modeled by many great mentors remain with many of us fortunate to have been shaped by that culture. For me, three decades ago I joined the team. "POSH" was coined by the founding company Peninsular and Orient Steam Navigation Company in the 1800's. On cruises between England and India, booking your state room "Port Outward, Starboard Home" assured you the cooling of tradewinds. We focused on being a "white glove" carrier, where service could be second to none. What culture and "service habits" have you carried through your career? How do you model best practices? Grateful to my former colleagues at P & O.

It's Team Member Tuesday! This week we would like to introduce you to our Director of Safety: Justin Myers.🚦 🔹 3 words to describe Justin: Reserved, helpful, Ever-learning 📚 Justin is our quiet powerhouse, always there to lend a hand and constantly seeking new knowledge to keep us all safe. 🔹 First Job: Concession stand worker at my local parks & rec. 🌭🏞️ Starting his journey slinging hot dogs and popcorn, Justin learned the value of hard work and customer service early on. 🔹 Ideal Superpower: Foresight 🔮 Imagine always being one step ahead! Justin’s ideal superpower reflects his dedication to anticipating and preventing safety issues. 🔹 Life Motto: Live and let live 🌍✌️ Justin’s philosophy of life embodies his peaceful and understanding nature, making him a great leader and friend. 🔹 Best Advice Ever Received: Do your best with 100% effort, so no one can say you didn't give your all. 💯 This advice has guided Justin through every challenge, pushing him to excel and inspire those around him. 🔹 Happy Place: On the beach in the Caribbean, or on a river fishing. 🌴🎣🌊 Whether it's the soothing waves of the Caribbean or the tranquility of a river, these are the places where Justin recharges his spirit. 🔹 Favorite part of working at 46: Being able to assist our drivers learn how to become and remain legal while on the road. 🚛📋✅ Justin takes pride in empowering our drivers with the knowledge they need to stay safe and compliant, ensuring smooth travels for everyone. 🔹 Favorite Memory with 46: My first team retreat, where I finally became comfortable as a team member with 46. 🏞️🤝 That initial team retreat was a turning point for Justin, where he found his groove and truly felt at home with the 46 family. Let’s celebrate Justin Myers, a true pillar of safety and learning at 46 Logistics! 🎉👷♂️ Your dedication and positive spirit make all the difference.

Recently I mentioned that April this year seemed different to previous years. PO's were not being issued in the time frame that we would expect and I started to doubt myself. I started asking... *Can I do this? *Am I good enough to take this business forward? *Did I make the right decision walking away from a "safe" job? This week, that completely changed, and I think I've got the answers, all PO's that we expected have been received and in addition we received a particular one which marks the single largest PO for the business thus far! I had to ask my other half to check if that really is what I thought it is. We had a mini celebration before it dawned on me what that actually meant. *more vehicles *more ramps *more staff *more machinery *more PPE *more training *more phone calls *more emails luckily we have great connections who are always on hand to support us with some of the above making it a relatively smooth process. Stuart Taylor’s / Stephen Gomes / DnA Ramps and Access / Anhar Miah / Salma B. Just to name a few. watch this space! #businessrelationships #connections #groundsmaintenance #facilities #facilitiesmanagement

Meet Travis Travis is a long time employee of Wil-Tech and currently working as our Lead Technician in our service department here in Estevan. Here are a few things you might not know about Travis! 1. What is your favorite part of working at our company? The people I work with, and the diversity of industries that we work in. 2. What are you most proud of in your career so far? Growing in my diagnostic skills and getting the chance to be a mentor type person for the newer techs 3. What's one thing people don't know about you that they would be surprised to find out? I am a big fan of Sci-fi and comics. 4. What piece of advice would you give to your younger self? Be easy on your body, don’t be reckless and get hurt this job wears your body enough. 5. How long have you been with the company? It’s been a while, first started in late October 2009. Had a brief period away in 2016/2017 but came back. 6. If you could have any superpower, what would it be? Time travel I think. It’s a hard one to pick lol 7. What accomplishment are you most proud of in your career? The mobile work, I’m grateful that Mike and Curtus have that faith in me to go out and get the jobs done. 8. What, if anything, are you currently binge-watching? Or reading? I have a few shows I’m currently watching. Gotham Knights, Gen V, and The Good Fight 9. What’s one thing on your bucket list? Visit Europe. 10. Who is one your biggest inspirations? My dad, he was a mechanic and had the reputation back home of just being the person you went to for repairs. No matter what if it had an engine he would work on it.