Have you stopped talking about 2009 as being next year yet?
Are you still dating your checks 2008? (Someday, and soon, 'writing checks' will go the way of 'hitting "the return" key'.)
It's a new year, but somehow it doesn't feel like it, does it?
If you are caught in the Alberta Clipper (We heard it called a Saskatchewan Screamer the other day) that is moving across the Upper Midwest, then all you feel is COLD.
Don't worry, the first day of Spring is only 64 days away!
From: WPW
Sent: Thursday, January 08, 2009 11:02 AM
To: jobs@truckdriver.com
Subject: Re: Happy Birthday from Truckdriver.com
Thank you for the birthday cake. I am idle for the moment thanks to sleep apnea, but this year promises to be profitable.
Bill
Editor: That's the spirit, Bill!
TruckDriver.com
Carrier of the Month
McLeod Express
McLeod Express is a family-owned business that began in 1986. Located in Decatur, IL, they continue to be committed to providing the highest quality transportation services available.
Their management and staff take a hands-on, proactive approach to running the daily operations. Mobile communications and a state-of-the-art logistics system enable dispatchers to communicate effectively with drivers, as well as track shipments and trailers to ensure that scheduled pick-ups and deliveries are made on time.
The McLeod Express Team also includes a variety of professional support staff. Driver Service Representatives (DSRs) provide support services to ensure drivers are fully compliant with D.O.T. safety regulations. DSRs stay in close contact with drivers via mobile communications system, and closely track all shipments.
Customer Service Representatives (CSRs) are the day-to-day link between McLeod Express and its customers. CSRs schedule pick-ups and deliveries and arrange expedited service when requested. Working in connection with DSRs, CSRs can also provide up to date information to customers regarding specific shipment or a need to change a scheduled pick-up or delivery.
McLeod Express drivers are thoroughly trained to ensure that equipment and freight arrive quickly, safely, and undamaged.
Drivers are the foundation of McLeod Express. Without drivers, there would be no McLeod Express!
For more details about driving for McLeod Express, call 800-375-4362.
The TruckDriver.com Connectivity Survey yielded some interesting results. We weren't sure what to expect, but we were a little surprised that over two-thirds of you did belong to a social network site. Just goes to show what we know!
Here are the results at press time:
Are you a member of any online community or social networking site?
Facebook - 33%
My Space - 35%
Twitter - 02%
Linked In - 03%
Other - 09%
Do not belong to any online community or network - 32%
That's a wrap on the first survey of 2009!
As for the second survey of 2009, we call it The TruckDriver.com How Do You Say It? Survey.
Until next time, keep on truckin' and please drive safely.
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