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Pony Express “T3!”   OTD 1860, the first Pony Express service began moving mail from Missouri to California ($5 per ounce) in 10 days. The service lasted only 1.5 years until the transcontinental telegraph made it obsolete. Part of the lore of the American West, the inspirational Pony Express exemplified: TEAMWORK: 80 riders and 400 horses utilized 100 stations on the 1,900 mile trip. There were no weak links in this chain   TONE: Defiantly boasted - an proved - a unified transcontinental system of communications could be operated year-round TENACITY: Reliance on the ability and endurance of young, hardy riders and fast horses that traversed deserts, mountains and hostile territory. The recruiting poster read,”Young, skinny, wiry fellows not over 18, must be expert riders, willing to risk death daily. Orphans preferred.” Try advertising for jobs with that kind of poster in today’s society and see what happens! For more inspirational “T3” leadership stories visit: https://lnkd.in/dJYFbndz

🚀 Had our monthly dealership-wide meeting today! We covered several exciting updates: 🎉 Recognized Our New Guardians of the Quarter: A huge shoutout to our standout team members! They’ll enjoy the coveted parking spots, surprise treats every Friday, and an exclusive lunch with leadership. 🎂 Celebrated July Birthdays and Work Anniversaries:Honoring our colleagues who have milestones this month. 🏆 Introduced Monthly Awards: I'm thrilled to announce our new traveling trophies—the Hardest Worker Awardand the Caped Crusader Award. These awards will be displayed in the winners' workspaces each month. 🔧 Hardest Worker Award:This tool box-shaped trophy is awarded to those who consistently demonstrate dedication and teamwork. Congrats to Jovanny from our Express Team! His hard work and nightly prep for the morning team are truly commendable. Jovanny's relentless effort and positive attitude set a high standard for everyone around him. He’s not just working on our clients' vehicles; he's driving our team forward. 🦇 Caped Crusader Award: Modeled after one of the greatest leaders, Batman, this award goes to Britt, our first-ever shop foreman. Britt's leadership and commitment to mentoring the next generation of techs are already making a significant impact. His innovative approach and dedication to improving our operations demonstrate true leadership. Britt isn’t just leading; he’s transforming our team and setting us up for long-term success. Proud of our team's achievements and excited for the journey ahead! 💪 #Leadership #TeamRecognition #DealershipSuccess #AwardWinners #HardWork #Innovation #TeamSpirit

Thrilled to visit with our incredible partners, Moving at Ease! 🌟 Today, I had the pleasure of capturing a moment with their leadership team in front of their brand new Ryder Leased truck. 🤝Building strong relationships is at the heart of what we do, and visiting delighted customers is undeniably one of the most rewarding aspects of my role. 🤝 Seeing Moving at Ease's satisfaction and enthusiasm for their new fleet is a testament to the power of collaboration. It's not just about providing a product or service; it's about forging genuine connections that propel both parties toward success. Partnerships are the driving force behind innovation, growth, and mutual prosperity. When we invest time in understanding our partners' needs and aspirations, it sets the stage for shared victories. Here's to Moving at Ease, a shining example of a successful partnership! 🎉 Your joy is our motivation, and we're committed to continuing this journey of success together. 💼💙 #Partnership #MovingAtEase #Collaboration

This post crossed my feed this morning, and it stopped me in my tracks. I don’t recall seeing a better recruitment strategy. Ever. Having a team express what they’re seeking in a leader? Brilliant marketing and a phenomemal team morale boost. The message is incredibly concise, with a clear vision. This short video summarizes values that employees cherish. If you have this skill set and want to contribute to this culture, you are encouraged to apply. I am not affiliated with, nor am I interested in the position, but for recruitment friends, hiring managers and marketing specialists, you may gain some insight from this unique approach. I’m curious to learn the number of applicants they receive… As Simon Sinek so eloquently shared, “Leadership is not about being in charge. Leadership is about taking care of those in your charge.” #challengethenorm #leadershipmatters #becreative #hirethebestfit

Trucking almost ate me alive👀 I have been fortunate enough to have owned multiple successful businesses but I have never owned a company so fragile as trucking. What do I mean by fragile? Transportation is highly contingent on your control of the numbers. You have a business with high cash flow and high overhead. As a business owner, you are bound to have a failed company if you don't understand a few components. Here are a few things I've learned quickly as a fleet owner: 1. Know and fall in love with your company's run rate and operational cost. This is a fluid number and fluctuates which provides you with your "floor". 2. Preventative leadership. Not only preventative maintenance but preventative leadership. Hire a slow-fire-fast mentality. As a fleet owner, I am never in a rush to fill the driver seat, because I've learned that it will cost me more in the end.

Starting out with AO as Business Development Manager, Rick is currently our Vice President, heading up all our Sales, Marketing and Customer Service teams. Under Rick’s leadership, everyone channels their knowledge and talent on the single goal of making work vehicles work better. Rick says: “The most important and enjoyable part of my job is having the conversations that help our customers. The most rewarding upfits are those where we solve difficult problems – and we never shy away from a challenge. Whether it’s helping someone to launch a completely new business idea out of a van, or figuring out how to help a municipal fleet achieve their EV goals. “It’s great to hear what our customers say too. They talk about our great team members, our amazing service, and our fast, quality installations. It’s all summed up in my favorite quote: “Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care.”” #meettheteam #vanupfitter #advantageoutfitters #vanspace #workplace

Wrapping up an amazing week on the road by busting out of the hotel gym into the great outdoors for my morning routine. My heart is filled with gratitude for our team, clients, and fellow professionals in transportation. This week I had several different conversations with recruiters, executives and drivers about how much we love this industry. I always ask, “What is it about the transportation industry that you love the most?” The answer is consistently… “The people!” Then I probe further. What is it about the people and the transportation industry that you appreciate? Some consistent answers are ⭐️ Solutions oriented ⭐️ Down to earth authentic ⭐️ Always something new to learn ⭐️ Genuinely care for others ⭐️ Growth opportunity Friends, it’s the last business day of Q2 2024. 🙏🏻 Let’s take a moment to look back and look around at the amazing people we get to serve and work alongside each day. #gratitude 🚀 Now let’s put our foot on the accelerator and get our Q2 goals across the finish line. Together we are impacting our industry and our world one person at a time. I appreciate YOU!!! In other news… AMERICA IS BEAUTIFUL 🇺🇸 #leadership #driverrecruitment #hiretruckers by #truckingclicks #craddockhldings