What is a must have!
#1
07-01-2008, 02:27 PM
What is a must have!
I'm still new to this OTR deal and was trying to get some info on stuff that is a must to make the job a little more easier or better ways to make life more bearable out there.
#2
07-01-2008, 02:50 PM
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A good attitude!
A good work ethic! Thick Skin, sometimes the shit just hits the wrong way, don't take it personally! Ability to make good decisions! OH wait! Were you talking about equipment? A good quality cooler filled with healthy food and drinks - saves a bunch of money! A Trucker's Road Atlas - laminated and large print! The large print version shows a few more roads than the standard one! Will update later, phone call!
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#3
07-01-2008, 02:55 PM
A cell phone, because matters left to the Qualcomm take forever and a day.
Coveralls, if you're doing any sort of driver load/unload, and you like your clothes. And what of your own hobbies, personal tastes, and the like? Don't forget to accommodate those as best you can.
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07-01-2008, 03:07 PM
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Originally Posted by bigtimba
Patience
"Patience Hell, I'm gonna kill something!" Hey, that dispatcher looks like a quick kill! http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3102/...614a0e.jpg?v=0
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#8
07-01-2008, 03:12 PM
Ya I hate my dispatcher he is a fool, but I work for United and I think he is the only person that dispatches for that company ( I guess they are all independently owned) so I guess I have to deal with him, but I will find out.
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07-01-2008, 03:17 PM
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Sometimes that can work for ya! Just work on his weakness' and strong points, and make them work to your advantage!
Personally, when I feel like I have a crappy dispatcher, that is not taking care of business (only once) and my interest, I do not make any bones about wanting them replaced! Your dispatcher/fleet manager can make or break your career, and make life enjoyable or pure hell on the road!
Originally Posted by sbatson
Ya I hate my dispatcher he is a fool, but I work for United and I think he is the only person that dispatches for that company ( I guess they are all independently owned) so I guess I have to deal with him, but I will find out.
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"I discover the principles that work and work them, I am forever learning new principles that interaccomodate with what I already know, to the betterment of my life and my world. As principles are revealed to me, I cheerfully record them, use them, and share them. Principles are, without question, the fastest way to what I want." Author Unknown OOIDA
#10
07-01-2008, 03:21 PM
These have been posted already I believe but.
1# Cell phone. 2# Non perishables, I prefer to stock up on those canned vienna sausages and saltine crackers. 3# Bottled Water. 4# satellite radio 5# petty cash for tolls and scales 6# A heavy jacket,preferably leather or maybe even vinyl,cloth just retains moisture. 7# Boots. 8# And last but not least,a grain of salt! To take after those conversations with dispatch. Hope that helps. BOL! |
