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Get a Load of This

De : Cameron Pechia Ryan Young Thomas Comstock
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  • A listening experience, with a load of trucker talk. Designed to keep truckers informed, and entertained, while they support the country, one trip at a time.
    2023
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    • Throwback: Next Gen Trucking - Empowering the Next Generation of Truck Drivers

      Throwback: Next Gen Trucking - Empowering the Next Generation of Truck Drivers
      Apr 19 2024
      In this throwback episode of Get a Load of This podcast, Cameron Pechia and Ryan Young are joined by Lindsey Trent and Dave Dein of Next Gen Trucking. Lindsey and Dave discuss concerns over driver shortages and their mission to train and empower the next generation of truckers. They also share other concerns for the industry and future highway entrepreneurs, and how you can get involved. Episode Highlights: What would Lindsey and Dave's CB handle be if they were in a truck? (1:53) Lindsey explains her involvement with the Next Generation in Trucking Association. (3:55) What led Dave on his career path with the trucking industry? (6:06) Dave introduces one of his Patterson High School students, who explains why he decided to take the trucking class. (7:20) Is Eduardo familiar with the trucking industry, or was he steered in that path only by this assessment? (8:36) Eduardo discusses what excites him about attending the class. (9:06) Lindsey discusses the ages of a new entrant driver and a truck driver for a fleet. (15:24) Lindsey mentions that in November, they will be presenting to the Association of School Counselors. (16:51) Dave mentions that they established a learning environment in which individuals may succeed and they've seen how this sort of program can change people's lives. (17:58) Dave mentions that after a student completes the program, they ensure that they have received proper training. (21:31) Lindsey talks about their outreach goals. (27:50) Linsey describes the kind of people they want to join their organization to support them with their mission. (28:30) Lindsey talks about their respective roles in the organization. (34:01) Lindsey discusses their mission for the trucking industry and young people. (37:19) Lindsey discusses why trucking is such a great career. (43:29) Dave and Lindsey define success in their own words. (53:56) Lindsey feels that there is a shift on the horizon in terms of students needing opportunities other than going to college at the age of 18. (56:24) Key Quotes: “Our current program is a one year program, we're looking at doubling that. We want to turn it into a two-year program just to give that extra layer where we can incorporate some OSHA, some basic first aid and CPR training, just so they're better.” - Dave Dein “Trucking makes a difference. We could not survive as a country without trucking.” - Lindsey Trent “I really feel like times are changing. There is a shift on the horizon of kids needing other opportunities besides going to college at 18 years old.” - Lindsey Trent Resources Mentioned: Next Gen Trucking Join Next Gen Trucking Lindsey Trent LinkedIn Dave Dein LinkedIn Cameron Pechia Ryan Young Valley Trucking Insurance
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      1 h
    • Throwback: Jason Carroll - Paylocity

      Throwback: Jason Carroll - Paylocity
      Apr 5 2024
      In this throwback episode of Get a Load of This podcast, Cameron Pechia, Thomas Comstock, and Ryan Young are joined by Jason Carroll, Sr. HCM Account Executive of Paylocity. Jason discusses how Paylocity can help companies save time and money by managing all HR operations. Episode Highlights: What would Jason's CB handle be? (1:41) Jason shares his farm and trucking background. (2:33) Jason explains the concept of Paylocity. (8:08) Jason mentions that Paylocity provides tools to assist its clients in addressing the challenges that they are currently facing. (11:30) Jason explains what distinguishes Paylocity. (15:34) Jason mentions that Paylocity does not rip and replace what the clients are already using to run their businesses. (19:10) Jason explains that there are several ways to use Paylocity. (20:58) Jason explains what HR on demand is. (24:46) Jason mentions that Paylocity does not purge, archive, or remove their client's data. (28:58) Jason discusses the amazing improvements that are happening at Paylocity. (40:07) Is there anything in place with Paylocity's HR department that will guide and educate clients on how to appropriately terminate an employee? (48:07) Jason mentions that Paylocity can manage a variety of pay scenarios, including certified payroll, weighted, overtime averages, drive-by miles, and pick rate. (52:10) Key Quotes: “Another thing that makes us unique is we're actually giving a dedicated person that is their account manager. So, if they do have things that are coming up, they have a dedicated person they can call for help.” - Jason Carroll “The implementation is where Paylocity is coming in, we're building out the rates and the payroll policies, the PTO policies, given time and attendance, whatever it is that they need. They're getting dedicated individuals that are building it out to spec.” - Jason Carroll “That's the beauty of Paylocity, is what we're calling more of like an open platform, we're not ripping and replacing what the clients currently use to operate their business. ” - Jason Carroll Resources Mentioned: Jason Carroll LinkedIn Paylocity Cameron Pechia Thomas Comstock Ryan Young
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      1 h et 1 min
    • Throwback: Sheri Call - Legislation, Lobbying and Current Issues in the Trucking Industry

      Throwback: Sheri Call - Legislation, Lobbying and Current Issues in the Trucking Industry
      Mar 22 2024
      In this throwback episode of Get a Load of This podcast, Cameron Pechia and Ryan Young are joined Sheri Call, Executive Vice President of the Washington Trucking Association. Sheri helps to shed light on current and future concerns for the trucking industry and how you can get involved on a local and national level to promote effective solutions. Episode Highlights: What was Sheri’s childhood CB handle? (3:20) Sheri gives the listeners some insight into her background. (5:55) How has Sheri seen the industry evolve, with the progression of the Trucking Association? (9:15) How have industry policies been impacted by current leadership? (10:50) What’s one of the things Sheri finds to be frustrating? (15:03) Sheri speaks about a study they’ll be participating in. (20:06) What initiatives are the Washington Trucking Association focused on right now? (21:44) Sheri chats about best practices and safety. (34:02) How does Sheri get trucking companies engaged in lobbying on related issues? (36:07) Sheri tells listeners how to become a member of the Trucking Association. (39:22) Key Quotes: “I found a letter from the association president at the time, written in 1931. Honestly, to read it, I mean, the writing is much more eloquent than we write today, but many of the issues were very much the same.” - Sheri Call “We are a significant industry. I don't think there's any doubt about that. So, our relationships at all levels, whether it's state, agency, or, you know, legislative elected folks, are highly, highly important for our membership in our industry.” - Sheri Call “Washington, being one of the most trade dependent states in the nation, and yet we are 44th in the nation for availability of truck parking. We're doing some things to address that.” - Sheri Call Resources Mentioned: Sheri Call Linkedin Washington Trucking Association Cameron Pechia Thomas Comstock Ryan Young Valley Trucking Insurance
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      58 min
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