It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas...
If you are like us, you probably get a little nostalgic around this time of year and memories of Christmas past begin rolling through your mind as you roll down the highway.
And, if you are of certain age, you might remember this Christmas Classic.
Or, if you are of certain generation, you might recall this bit of Holiday Humor.
Merry Christmas from all of us at TruckDriver.com and may all your Christmases be safe!
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Carrier of the Month
Texas Star Express
Texas Star Express is a growing truckload carrier headquartered in Rockwall, TX. With a strong history of providing their drivers with competitive pay and benefits packages, they continue to lead the pack as one of the most innovative, driver-oriented carriers in the business.
Texas Star Express provides general commodities truckload transportation service to the shipping public. Their traditional areas of service are in the Midwest with heavy concentration in the Southwest, Mid Atlantic, Southeast and Intra-State Texas. They believe strongly in the following principles:
- PRIDE in our work, our appearance, and our company, as it is fundamental to a healthy environment.
- TRUST among our employees and those with whom we associate, which will result in equal trust from our Customers.
- RESPECT for the time, feelings, and individual rights of our co-workers and business associates, in order to build teamwork and unity.
- ATTITUDES that are always positive, uplifting, and productive in our thoughts, words, and actions.
Texas Star Express currently has driver opportunities for Owner Operators and Company Drivers. If you are a company driver interested in owning your own truck, they just updated their Lease Purchase Program. Owning your own truck has never been this easy! For more information, visit Texas Star Express.
Hiring areas are in the Central Midwest.
To speak with a recruiter call 800-888-0203.
Mail Bag
From: JB
Sent: Monday, December 01, 2008 7:02 AM
To: jobs@truckdriver.com
Subject: What's going to happen
I have been an owner operator for many years. With all the bail outs what has any one done for us??????
These big companies contact me all the time wanting me to lease on with them offering under a dollar a mile, and can't give straight answer about their fuel surcharge.
What does Big Brother want us to do, just give up?
I DON'T THINK SO. I have worked all my life to have what I have. And I am not going to lose it over bad choices. I hate changing jobs and a lot of guys need to think be for they jump. Just my insight,
An old school trucker.
Thanks
Speaking of bailouts, it looks like there may be more to come. The auto industry is on pins and needles as we go to press waiting to find out when, or if, the government is going to bail them out.
Last issue we offered up The TruckDriver.com Stupid Economy Survey to see how the economy was going to affect your holiday spirit.
Honestly, you didn’t exactly put us in the holiday spirit. Nearly 90% of you said you would be spending less on Christmas this year than last. With almost half of you saying, you weren't spending anything at all.
Here are the results:
Will the 'uncertainty' of the economy impact your holiday spending this year?
No, I'm spending more than last year - 3%
A little, I plan to spend about the same last year - 9%
Somewhat, I'm spending less than last year - 10%
Yes, I'm spending a lot less than last year - 33%
It already has, I'm not spending anything this year - 45%
After viewing the results, we wondered when you thought things were going to turn around. So, we came up with The TruckDriver.com Better Times Ahead Survey.
And, we truly hope there are better times ahead for all us.
Have a safe and Happy Holiday Season!
Until next time, keep on truckin' and please drive safely.
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