I will let you readers go crazy about the mention of missing another man!
Cam, you and I talked on the phone a couple of times when we were both facing hardships at LS.I remember being stuck in MI when I was pulling a box and you wondered why I didn't take a particular load.You also mentioned many times about how you stayed on the road a month at a time to pay off some house debt.We go way back and MIKE3,LOADIT andf a few will remember.I read this morning about my transition from container to step in the BCOFORUM.I still wish you were "here".I hated it when you left.But always remember that when you jump ship fom a "no forced dispatch system" (your pick) to something else, it is hard to make that transition.What I am saying is that if I were you and I had left my outfit, after talking to any damn recruiter, early morning when the drivers pulled up to the company I was about to sign on, I would talk to at least 5 drivers that are leased and ask them questions about the outfit.
For ex... I called Bennett 3 weeks ago to see what they offer.I did that for the heck of it.As much machinery as we do, they pay 1.75-200/mile with your own trailer.Did you think I would go sign on with them after hearing that.If I did want to go further, I would hit their drivers lounge and make friends.
2 years ago I bought a truck for 7k when i barely knew how to drive.I came on here and told my story about the truck and how I lied about my experience.Many on here laughed about my adventure and the equipment.6 months ago I bought my step and many on here thought it would be impossible for that price.I am in a position where I am doing better than 2 yrs ago when I was doing courier work with a ford E350 cargo.
Cam stay focused!I know you will make it.If you wanna be a company driver, that is fine but talk to the company drivers before you jump ship and please let them show you their paystub and deductions because many like to lie.
my 2 cents.
Good luck!