Ken, this may be your best video yet, although there are many others that could qualify as "best". The reason this one resonates with me is because like you, I don't consider myself a "trucker" and never will. It's just that right now this is the best opportunity God has given me to provide for my family financially but it's taking a huge toll on me emotionally. The stress is out of this world, especially for a new driver. I feel like I'm walking in this mine field and I'm about to step on one any second. It feels like everyone is trying to "get" me. The DOT, state patrol, my company, my customers, other truckers, the road conditions and weather, my truck, etc. There are so many things that could go wrong. You my friend just laid out the blueprint on how to approach the trucking game. It's supposed to be a very short stint for 95% of people where you need to figure out a way to make as much money as possible in the shortest period of time. The other 5% I believe are what we call the true "truckers" who see this as their life's calling and can't wait to get up in the morning and fire that beast up. But for the rest of us I liken this to doing a tour in the military - get in early in life, don't get killed or dishonorably discharged, learn valuable skills, make lots of solid connections and then in 4 years get out with VA benefits for life. Of course you're an outlier and very few (not quite "nobody", as your said) will be able to do what you've done and I believe it'll be next to impossible to do it without getting daily wisdom from people like yourself and a small handful of other RUclips truckers. I'm definitely going to keep the notification bell on as I'm excited to see what the next step in your journey to financial freedom is. Hopefully at some point you can start thinking about starting a family as money is only a tool that needs to be used to bless others once you take care of yourself. Once again, thanks for all you've done these last few years! God bless you and God speed brother.
I respect this man and what he accomplished, but saying nobody will be able to do what he did is just straight up arrogance. Plenty of people buy trucks and run their own game in just a few years. Some succeed and some don’t, but he can’t say nobody will ever be able to do it. Good luck with your next project!!
It’s the internet, I appreciate the support. I’m just talking. There’s some sarcasm and exaggeration but everyone is going to interpret it in their own way and that’s what make the content spread.
It’s a way of talking for black people. What he really meant was it’s not gonna be for everybody. I heard it too and it kind of took me off a little bit but I can tell he meant it in a good way. He is just basically saying “ what he has done is down by very few people “ so it’s a way of talking for black people in a slang. Anobodi is gonna do this basically means yo it’s gonna be hard to do this . Get it ? I like this guy I feel what he is saying
A lot of truckers leaving for the same reason. Times are really tough right now. Rates will have to go back up eventually after enough leave. Supply and demand. Trucking is the backbone of everything and it’s full of short booms and busts. Just my 2 cents
I was just about to say same thing. Just take the L. I personally thinking he was doing too much a lot of people start to fail in trucking when wanna start hiring other drivers for trucks. And most of the time those drivers don’t even last I here lots of truckers say that. Just drive your own trucks. And he was very much contradicting cause he said in the video “I’m honestly not a trucker” ok so there I hate to say but you shouldn’t be giving advice then. He’s keeps saying Covid is the only year that trucking will ever be the best which isn’t true I know is one right now still 80k monthly just doing local jobs. And booking his owns loads he has one truck and drives his own. Yes gas prices are high. But it’s still not stopping them from hustling. I hate to say it but trucking don’t for everyone. Y’all wanna come into trucking by taking short cuts and getting other drivers instead of putting in the work yourself. Then all your finances start to go down hill cause y’all be doing too much from the start.
TRF farewell. Please don't delete your RUclips videos on trucking. It's a part of your journey and it can be helpful for someone in the future. Special regards bro.
3:40 I feel the same way. Majority of drivers I see are mentally fatigued and out of shape. I knew from the jump I didn't want to do this long, this just motivated me even more to get out of it. I just don't have the savings right now to take the leap, but hopefully by next year I'll save up enough and learn enough to try a new field (like cs or software eng, or sales). I feel like I have too much intelligence to be stuck driving 10+ hours a day for the rest of my life (no disrespect to any other drivers but my passion is learning and solving real issues)
Trucking is a ticking time bomb. You have to know how to get in and when to get out. If you are a driver for more than 5 years you are sacrificing too much. I was able to sacrifice two years but no more. Im traumatized now. Pray to god I never have to physically drive again.
@@KenVTRF I understand what you're saying, but I've talked to several older Drivers or Fleet Owners, that are in there 50's and are okay driving they heath is no different than folks sitting behind a desk everyday. I think you're great. I'm Happy for you, and you created the Opportunity to get out Healthy & Whole. God Bless You.
The important thing is that you came and accomplished your goal. But as far as business goes I think you are not a seasoned business person bro. Otherwise you would be able to run a company no matter which president is in office. Btw I agree that Biden is horrible but you got to be able to walk around it and still keep your business afloat. & if one driver leaving will kill your company it’s usually because you have not scaled high enough and structured the business properly. Guys if trucking something you want to do go ahead do not let anyone stop you. Most content creators aren’t seasoned business people and therefore shouldn’t be giving business advice to begin with.
I agree. What kills me about content creator is that they gas up people into this industry but don’t give the good and bad. I 100 percent agree a season business personal can navigate any market up and down. Another thing if you have a killer month you more than likely will have a shitty month. No industry kick out solid crazy returns month over month. It like the stock market on average you will do 10 percent But some months will do 30 percent and some months you will do -20 percent. That business. My frustration with content creators is they rarely show the downs of business and that is extremely misleading. Honestly blaming Biden or any politician is poor excuse. I wish him the best but this just goes to show you can’t believe everything you see on this RUclips. Lastly it way more in depth headwinds than president Biden( I didn’t vote for him) I hope all of the paper hands get out of the industry so when the dust settle the real players will remain
@@milesa2005 He is honest about his intent to get into trucking and getting out of it too. Even though he quits you can still learn something if you want to. And Biden has to do with everything in this country's mess we are in.
@@milesa2005 that’s facts I agree with everything you and the original commenter said because it’s clear there’s more to this picture then he is trying to paint that he’s not telling us because to say you can thrive in whatever happens because your very smart etc… and then follow up by saying essentially one of the bigger reason he’s quitting trucking is because Biden which is very contradictory and honestly makes no sense because if that was the case their would be no truckers on the road .. he should have just been honest and humble by saying with everything going on right now and the economy my business is not doing so good and I haven’t necessarily made the right moves to put me in a better position so im going to move to another industry and try my luck there as oppose to trying sound like he has everything figured out when it’s clear that’s probably not the case
@@natehailu86 I respectively disagree with you. Successful people move in any market. For him to sit there and say it never been done before from a 24 year old is a lie. He didn’t create the first truck neither did he create trucking so if you done big things in this market then stay the course. Trucking is about the survival of the fittest. If trucking was concerned about a certain president then no trucks would moving and people will starve. It okay to be wrong but I have a problem with someone that uses their platform as if they are the greatest gift since slice bread when rates plummet a little bit and diesel goes up he taps out. That sounds like a excuses and I would respect more from Someone from the type go platform
Been driving 12 yrs and my plan was to do it 10 yrs and INVEST! I have a heart for trucking, my day did it for 47 yrs, my brother 26 yrs and I’ve been doing 12yrs but Trucking is a LUCRATIVE BUSINESS but you have to have a plan while doing it. I’ve made the money throughout the yrs but you can chase money. Don’t let it make you! I’m about to start my own business but I keep my overhead low and I work according to how I want. I understand where your coming from.
I spent 10 years in construction, trenching laying conduit etc for peanuts.Trucking was a huge step up for me, and being a introvert, no family, and as crazy as a 3 dollar bill, it was a perfect match for me.I enjoy it, but know it takes a certain kind to do it on the long term, most ain’t cut out for it I would say, look at the 5 year statistics
I think a lot of the owner operators ready to quite trucking because everything going back to normal and gas prices keep going up ! I believe some owner operators gonna go back to company Drivers 🤷🏾♂️or leasing
Every business has cycles, pricing issues, politicians to blame, blah blah. A good solid business has all of this priced in and can still turn a profit. Most of you RUclips truckers got into it because you saw someone on TikTok posting all of the money that they’re making in trucking and now that things are resetting to normal rates you can’t handle it.
You so slow. I’m not a RUclipsr or a trucker. I was in trucking before it was on social media. I didn’t even know you could make the money that I made in trucking. I’m out of trucking because I did what I needed to do. Trucking is not an industry you stay in forever. Get your money. Get out and evolve. That was my goal, I did it. I’m good. I was actually the person on tiktok posting how much I made, I don’t follow trends I create them.
@@pacman4937 You right bro $100,000 + truck note. Depending on drivers they quitting. Overhead Overhead I better jump ship now and come back later...Lol
I had my trucks for about 4 years and recently hung it up too. Just another tool added to the tool belt. You clearly have the mindset to be successful in whatever you choose to do
This is how the trucking industry is. This happens all the time. Rates go up, everyone wants to hop back on, there’s more trucks than loads, market crashes, people abandon trucking, market comes back and so do the other truckers.
Trucking is not only avenue to be successful . People make money in all industries. Some people even make $300-800 per day dropping contents on RUclips depending on followers, some even more. Some already used the trucking money to double their real estate game, etc . Some already have access to $500k business credit. There is more to life than just trucking or driving . The goal is to be wealthy legally.
Thank you for this one I been In dilemma about purchasing truck and weighing out the longterm cost factoring in Biden is a big part of that and I'm glad you said it I know how High of a mountain I have to climb because of him
Down seasons has always been a part of trucking. If you quit every down season you’ll be quitting every 2-3 years. You’re quitting because you don’t have passion for it. You didn’t succeed young brother. You quit when it got hard. Call it what it is.
I won. I did what I needed to do. That’s the difference between me and you. I’m not dumb. Why would I stay in a something that’s failing? How you watching me but I didn’t succeed. You probably older than me, watching me and haven’t accomplish half of what I accomplished in life, but I didn’t succeed?
Not everyone has the brains to give it up when the money leaves. What he did makes a lot of sense for his situation, unless your a company with thousands of trucks on the road and your looking 5-10 even 20 years ahead then staying in trucking when there’s no money left is a waste of time.
@@KenVTRF The stock market failing too maybe the real estate market too whatever your getting into now is going to have a down season success comes in waves like the stock market nothing goes up forever tough times create tough people good times create soft people good luck kid
Well, I left a job making $33 hr .I worked one day last week and made 200 more than working 40 hrs at the last job. It's all about what you want to get out of it, For me, owning a truck is damn good ,I love bossing myself around.✌🏻💯
Yes, make sure you delete all of your videos and your channel. For you idiots who keep saying “save the videos so I can learn”, he isn’t helping you. He didn’t sell his business to a larger company for a profit. He sold his assets and folded his company. That’s not a successful exit strategy.
@@KenVTRFYou saw the downhill before it happened like me. You did the right thing brother. People don't understand if you have capital push to the side,you can jump back in 😉 I watch the market every day.
TRF Farewell bro. It was great learning everything you had to offer us & will always be here if you ever come back man. Appreciate you & good luck with whatever the future has to offer you man, I know you’ll be great
trucking is dying, but none of the 40 yr vets are even talking about it, they know AI drone drivers will be fully introduced into the commercial driving market, around 2050 its gona suck for upcoming humans trying to make money like their parents did back in the early 2000's its really sad
I respect your decision. You were the first owner operator who gave me a visual of how to deal with brokers. I learned a lot. Thanks for all your contributions to the game. TRF fairwell ✊🏿
Any business is gambling. Even when you are the one “running the ball and scoring the touchdown”. Risk=reward and you definitely know that clearly. I can poke holes into any business you present but at the end of the day it’s about uplifting and motivating. I feel as though you’ve definitely been a mainly positive/realistic outlook but yea I feel as though your next venture will be as successful if not more but nothing is bulletproof! Appreciate your opinions
Though I respect this young man and his accomplishments. He is misinformed in a few areas. Trucking as in any other industry has its ups and downs. Similar to the stock market. As such those who only invest for the short term quick gains will run at the first sight of adversity. He's right he's not a trucker nor built for this game. Trucking is a lifestyle not a career. Those who stick it out in good times and bad will reap the rewards first. By being in position to take advantage when the market starts to rebound. For the newbies in the game. Learn how to diversify your business and stop depending on the load board. Develop relationships with brokers and direct shippers. This will sustain you when the market takes a dump. Contract work always wins the day.
I grew up in and around trucking and logistics. I am glad to see people getting out of the industry who it isn’t for. I’ve seen this industry destroy families and bankrupt people because they don’t understand the transportation industry. Every industry has a business cycle (ups & downs). Transportation is no different, if someone is wanting all good times please don’t become a business owner.
@Tommy Unfiltered Who said Ken wasn't smart? Either way he played it, he was gonna win because he's obviously not a moron. Also, what you're saying about money in any situation is also correct. I think this is a win, win situation.
It's all about making proper business decisions at the end of the day. I've witnessed several drivers lose damn near everything fighting a uphill battle from being poor businessmen. I agree and support your decision. Stay blessed Homie!
We gonna stop right here. YOU GONNA PUT THE BLAME ON YOU. They were paying that, but that's not what you were charging. And NO, you did not learn the trucking game.
4:00 enough said this just like anything else you wanna succeed at trucking ain't gambling it's guaranteed... everything around you has to be delivered find your lanes learn the game ups and downs of rates come and go driving is only part of trucking it's a whole industry and you seem to be a smart guy it's like anything else dig into the industry you have learn markets on freight what's moving where it's moving to etc. It's simple
I know what happened......IRS got your tail.....you need to do better in documentation on your revenue and expenses......that's all. Pull your diapers back up, spit that thang out your mouth and get back out there and make this money.
You said no one can do what you did in the trucking industry? Well sorry to tell you it’s already been done. Lol y’all let this social media go to your head.
I Salute You Coach Been Watching You From The Beginning But To Say You’re The ONLY ONE who Has Done What You’ve Done Is Blasphemy..I Understand Your Confidence And You Have The Content And Receipts To Prove It But Everybody Is Not On RUclips Showing The World What They Do.. Peace And Love On Your Next Adventure..If I Had To Say You’re Probably Investing in Real Estate! Smart Man
@@KenVTRF You’re Exactly Right It Is Only One Of You But To Sit Here And Say Only ONE Story Like Yours Is Nuts Lol Like You Did Something That Nobody Did Bra It’s Folks Out Here Who Did Wayyy More Than What You’re Speaking On! You Didn’t Start Trucking Right Out The Gate So What About The Other Young Men Who Started At 18 And Who’ve Eclipsed What You’ve Eclipsed By The Time They Were 21? You Became An Owner Operator in Your 20’s..Because Everybody Don’t Choose To Dive Into RUclips Which Is A 360 Platform That Just Makes You The Only Person To Do What You’ve Done. Lol Peace And Love
Man, People are funny because how can someone base their lifestyle on who's the president. Ken V is a young man who doesn't understand how operate a business during the good times vs the bad times. What about the drivers u had working for u, just kicked them to the curve. Attention driver's never work for someone like this guy, do your research and work only with people who have a passion and respect for the trucking industry. It's been said time and time again, this isn't a job it's a lifestyle. I Salute all of the truckers who are successful during the good and bad times. Never give up on your dreams, anything worth having in life will require sacrifice.
@@KenVTRF I Respect your decision to quit trucking, but I can't Respect how you were talking negatively about the trucking industry. Every business has its high/low times, it's how u structure and prepare for those times that separate the successful people from the average people. You made statements like u will never drive a truck again, because you were miserable. Some of us actually enjoy trucking, watch some of the mid America truck show on RUclips. Being a trucker is so much bigger than just driving a truck. It's about the friendships u establish along this journey called life. It's about the sense of purpose a person has, from doing a job to the best of their abilities time and time again. No matter the time of day, the weather outside, the many sacrifices drivers/ owners have to make. I'm only 43yrs old, but I was taught by truckers who have been doing this for 40+ years. I have mad Respect for this industry and the people who make the daily sacrifices to safely deliver goods throughout America.
Personal trainer lol this guy doing circles…nobody will ever be able to do what I did is what he said…last month he was a broker now he quit, get a therapist
Anyone that was looking to get into trucking don’t be discouraged with this video ken v transports consumer goods yes there is a rescission coming which will cause people to spend less on consumer goods. You guys need to either get in the oil tankers because they are not building anymore gas pipelines and all the fuel needs to be transported somehow either trucks or trains and this is a very high paying industry also congress just passed a 1 trillion dollar infrastructure bill and there is a huge housing shortage all across the US and getting into the dump truck business would be a wise choice right now.
Rates have level out. The weak will dump their equipment and leave the industry which is great. Once war end, market stabilizes and ports open up in Shanghai the market will skyrocket again. The problem is the barrier entry will be much higher than it is now. That is the cost for having higher rates in the industry not to mention bigger carriers are not offloading their equipment( they are in acquisition model due to excessive profits aka they need write offs) . The person that control the equipment, driver or fuel in this industry always wins the game. Caring only about cashflow while not accumulating titles and ownership will always result in losing the game. This goes across all industry. Buy assets and allow time to hedge against inflation.
You've done your part and left an indelible impression for those looking for guidance. So thank you sincerely for all of us that you have shared your journey, wisdom, perspective, opinion and personal experiences along the way. You merely used trucking as a vessel and you achieved your objective. May you be blessed in all your future endeavors... Leave the videos for us as a reference point my dude. TRF Farewell...One 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
OMG 😱 I have 2 trucks and I feel exactly the same as you do! I just did a video in chinese complaining exactly the same thing you just mentioned! I’m tempted to sell my trucks too. I know a lot of truck owners just parked their truck and stop insurance and everything. The gas price literally eat all our profits
You hired those drivers and then got their hopes up and fired them. You used trucking to stack money to do your other little things. Trucking still going to get people paid. Not too many jobs pay what truckers get paid. You got on RUclips to make money. Man you need to knock it off.
@@KenVTRF I don't take it seriously. I only comment on your content. You put your content out there and people may have an opinion that you may not agree on. Your opinion of the president is your opinion. Your opinion on the current situation dealing with trucking is your opinion.
@@KenVTRF and you just a young bitch ass fuck boy. You couldn't walk a day in my shoes. I use to have a little respect for you. You quit the trucking game because you lack the mental strength and physical stability to maintain under pressure. You're a mommas boy who at 22 just left the nest. Im not old at 54. Im just older than you. Pray that you make it to see 54. The trucking game put you in the position that you are in now. If it wasn't for it you would still be at your mother house writing books. And the other bullshit that you was doing. Miss me with that dumb shit. You didn't let me down cause I don't give a fuck about you. You let your subscribers down. You was begging for likes and subscribers. Now you're gone. Gone and ride off into the sunset on your horse. Watch your mouth boy.
Lmfao you a old man who is a fan of a 25 year old. I got more money and accomplishments than you and you twice my age. You watching me and obsessed with me, idek you. You a fan
I can totally agree with the perspective of being at a black jack table and walking away while you’re up. You’re right, trucking will never be like it was in the pandemic. But I also believe it opened up the doors for a lot of people to get in where they never thought they’d fit in. Keep in mind, the economy is all about checks and balances. Everything is “high” right now but soon it’ll balance itself back out. Farewell and thank you for sharing your journey! Congrats on all that you’ve accomplished 💯
I seriously don’t understand y u did something in trucking that nobody els have done because I own 3 trucks in a year and a half own authority brokerage now I’m entering the 3rd year on Dry trailer and two flatbed don’t think u made it because it’s not jus trucking that’s in a Re session
Why don’t you give respect to your dad who showed you ropes and the government for getting the sba/eidl/ ppp loans to get you going? You act like you’re just a genius lol you are one of those people who made trucking seem like something it ain’t, selling all these people a dream just trying to make money on RUclips as extra income…you’re one of the utubers who inspired TENS of thousands of people to open companies which is one of the reasons rates are down, if you’re drivers were unreliable alright but if they were solid and you sold them a dream then let them go cause you weren’t getting rich quick that just shows your character
trucking its very profitable. You just have to invest in it and need drivers. Second contract freight is what keeps a company moving not the spot market. A 1 man operation could depend on the spot market 100% now a fleet could but needs some contract freight to keep at flow
Go plant a garden raise some chickens. Grow some grass milk some cows. Trucking sucks to many drivers. Aww he going to hide from social media. You let everyone down. 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭. Yeah the economy going to crash.
You must didn’t watch the video. I’m done with RUclips too for now. I don’t need RUclips and I don’t even like attention. I’ll make videos eventually but not like I once was.
@@KenVTRF damn you’re getting rid of two streams of income. At least keep RUclips. People go into trucking everyday, everyone will want to watch your past videos. Your videos inspired me to go into trucking. You can make videos about transitioning to get into real estate. But don’t quit on RUclips, Get paid bro
I met you downtown. Definitely a solid dude and I believe you will succeed in whatever you put your mind to. Thank you for the lessons and may you receive more blessings!
You are correct “President have nothing to do with gas prices” yet his (policies) are what caused the pain we are all feeling at the pump… USA went from an exporter to begging South America & Middle East to provide more oil… their reply to Joe was go pound sand… People fail to remember what Joe stated he would do once he became President…eliminate the dependencies on oil and use renewables… How that working out for all those people that was mad at Trump’s balance approach of using both until technology is available to focus on renewable. Yeah; Trump bad Biden is good mind-set yet the evidence is this administration is at war with its own citerzen ty
Blame yourself don't blame Biden. You went full maga, I don't like Biden either, but wishing for Trump is idiotic, he don't deserve it the guy was impeached twice, your pride is hurt which is normal but you blaming everyone but yourself.
LOL 🤣, you're blaming Joe Biden for Russia starting a war and throwing the oil market off? Trump is not coming back any time soon, if he avoids jail, it will be a blessing. I understand why you're getting out, but every trucker doesn't have your mentality. Trucking itself is just fine, for those that are a couple of levels above you. Small Fleet Owners, and Drivers are having a hard time. You did a good job, but this is not you. Enjoy your life young man. 🎉🎉
I can certainly relate. I hung up my keys last month after 5 years Otr. The trucking lifestyle is not easy and eventually will cause your mental or physical to breakdown. I bought my own truck during my second year when fuel was still high.. so I thought..lol. (O/O always have pain at the pump.) I left to preserve my health and keep my family intact. I made a lot of money and lost money. I also have other valuable skills as a Dental hygienist and a Realtor. Trucking was an escape for me when my Mother passed. It helped with my healing to get away from society and tend to my own thoughts. I'm grateful that I can do it but more grateful that I'm out. By God's grace I never had an accident or caused any harm to anyone. You are a young man with a lot to offer the business world. Now go get it. Best of luck to you!
I started watching you videos, and have been for about a week now. And the videos that you were making 1 year ago versus this one are so different. In this video you are skeptic, scared, a little egotistical. But in your previous videos, you were inspired, motivated, a leader. in short you were magical back then. Anywho, what do i know, Im also looking forward to see what you get onto next. Love your journey..
People that into truck business , bitcoin,shiba,dodge invested gov money they think TRUMP cus they got lucky 2020 gas oil barrel 10dollars ,free money got the inflation what it is now any economist will tell you that
Salute to you . You have touched ,and also inspired plenty of people to make hard life choices . Congratulations on your success and new adventures . I just got my second CDL license in March because of your inspiration.
I’m confused..what did you do that nobody has ever done before? How do you know that you’re the only person in history to do it? Slow down with the “ I am God “ complex you just drove a truck for a few years my guy.
I'm sitting here trying to digest what this brother is saying myself. He's been in it 2 years, 2 trucks, etc., now he's an expert? Congrats on all his success but trucking, like any other service industry, has it's highs and lows. But he lost me when he declared that he's waiting on President Trump to come back. He's got a lot to learn. Either way, I applaud him for his success
Please do us a favor - Google how much influence a President has over the economy. Do the same with the stock market - they are not the same. Political leanings aside, please people take some time to learn how the economy works, economic cycles, Fed quantitative easing, tightening, and periods of boom and bust. Most people will not learn for themselves and will actually believe and trust what you think you know about the President's influence on the economy.
Do yourself a favor and stop listening to so much msm and the demoKKKrats. Ppl that don’t understand satire will do what you doing, taking this content too serious
Dang man I’m really sorry to see you go, I have watched all your videos and you’re the reason I got into the industry. I really looked up to you and I’m a little disheartened to hear you say trucking isn’t it anymore. Good luck my man I hope you’re successful
This guys delusional.. “no one will ever do what I did in trucking” 😂😂 I’ve done more bro in a shorter period of time. 8 months, 8 trucks, cdl, and came in without much money AT ALL!
Respect man, appreciate the transparency and how uncut you are. The industry has been on fire post-pandemic, and folks just don’t realize what they’re walking into. Like most things the internet has gotten ahold of trucking. Please guys just be wary, these types of videos aren’t meant to discourage you, it’s only the truth. If you don’t know anyone personally with first hand experience in the industry, be extra careful. Wishing you the best Ken, thanks for all the free game bro!
That’s real shit. Social media really giving people the wrong perception and going to have people losing a lot of money! Appreciate the love n support!
Lmaoooooo I remember that night on Clubhouse when you was talking cash shit like 4 months ago. And here you are blaming Joe Biden…… nah bruh, that’s rates, shit been like this for 10 years
That's right!! Give Ken his respect, he deserves it. As for you, stay in shape, listen and learn. I don't know you but based on your comment, I know your gonna be successful in this industry. Now get in there, fight and win champ!!!👊👊👊🇺🇸🇺🇸👊👊👊👍
You making blanket statements bro . I’ve learned more spiritually an mentally in a truck then I could have anywhere else . I listened to more sermons and educational videos then One could fathom . Zig ziglar said if you listen to an Audio book an hour a day it’s equivalent to a college degree
@@KenVTRF I’ve been in the transportation industry over 13 years my guy and have become more versed then most I know in the scriptures and have a very intimate relationship with my creator . So you can say that you can’t but that is only relevant to you my brotha these aren’t absolute truths you are speaking fam . You should say I can’t but you can’t speak for others champ . Best of luck with all your future endeavors though ✊🏽
"social media ruined the perception of trucking" And you were apart of that. I told you that in that pic of you your truck and that benz that you can't make it with a brand new freightliner and a driver. In normal conditions shit aint possible. You called me a hater 😆
I’ve had my truck for almost 1.5 yrs and just now putting it on the road. I used the company to get where I needed to be. 🤷🏾♂️ Trucking isn’t for everyone and at least you know when to CUT IT
I drive locally and absolutely love it. Home every night, drive my 82 monte carlo to and from work. Local life is incredible. If you can't handle OTR go local.
Literally started my journey in December. I’m happy for you and thankful for everything you’ve shared with us but this is certainly discouraging. My goal is to net 1M in a period of 5 years. High marks for a beginner but that’s how I attack everything I do. Wish me luck and thanks again for the A1 content
@@mrsantanabmoregamer2148 you took his words and wired it with your mentality, and your way of thinking rather than actually trying to grasp what he said. He didn’t say thats on you in a disrespectful manner, its as simple as, when you have a goal and you can see yourself getting there, don’t let ANYBODY’s words or actions distract you from your goals. If you want to make 2M, its possible. As long as you trust in God and take action.
That sucks, I just discovered your channel today June 1st and you're quitting. You are right about Biden! I know alot of people are cutting back on everything now. Our dollar is worth about 70cents
TRF FAREWELL thank You for all the knowledge and inspiring me to do what I’m doing. Also thank You for always being 💯 real with us about everything. I’m company driver and I’m saving up to get on my own probably by next year. My plan is a 5 year maximum where I’ll use that owner operator pay to buy about 2 multi family homes each year and live off that. After that I’ll sell everything related to trucking and live off real estate and become an real estate agent. Trucking is good money but It’s not healthy for me to be doing it for more than 5 years.
Thinking that you were the only one at age 22-24 achieving things it’s just naive. maybe compared to the people around you yes but, put things into scale you have kids/teenagers now days who are millionaires & people in their 20’s who are Billionaires. Just be humble and keep on grinding because There’s always I mean always someone else doing better/larger things.
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Ken, this may be your best video yet, although there are many others that could qualify as "best". The reason this one resonates with me is because like you, I don't consider myself a "trucker" and never will. It's just that right now this is the best opportunity God has given me to provide for my family financially but it's taking a huge toll on me emotionally. The stress is out of this world, especially for a new driver. I feel like I'm walking in this mine field and I'm about to step on one any second. It feels like everyone is trying to "get" me. The DOT, state patrol, my company, my customers, other truckers, the road conditions and weather, my truck, etc. There are so many things that could go wrong. You my friend just laid out the blueprint on how to approach the trucking game. It's supposed to be a very short stint for 95% of people where you need to figure out a way to make as much money as possible in the shortest period of time. The other 5% I believe are what we call the true "truckers" who see this as their life's calling and can't wait to get up in the morning and fire that beast up. But for the rest of us I liken this to doing a tour in the military - get in early in life, don't get killed or dishonorably discharged, learn valuable skills, make lots of solid connections and then in 4 years get out with VA benefits for life. Of course you're an outlier and very few (not quite "nobody", as your said) will be able to do what you've done and I believe it'll be next to impossible to do it without getting daily wisdom from people like yourself and a small handful of other RUclips truckers. I'm definitely going to keep the notification bell on as I'm excited to see what the next step in your journey to financial freedom is. Hopefully at some point you can start thinking about starting a family as money is only a tool that needs to be used to bless others once you take care of yourself. Once again, thanks for all you've done these last few years! God bless you and God speed brother.
Working for a company you will never be truly happy I been there....
@@Peaceandbless facts
Very well said
@@itsjustmev3906 Thanks brother, appreciate it.
I respect this man and what he accomplished, but saying nobody will be able to do what he did is just straight up arrogance. Plenty of people buy trucks and run their own game in just a few years. Some succeed and some don’t, but he can’t say nobody will ever be able to do it. Good luck with your next project!!
It’s the internet, I appreciate the support. I’m just talking. There’s some sarcasm and exaggeration but everyone is going to interpret it in their own way and that’s what make the content spread.
It’s a way of talking for black people. What he really meant was it’s not gonna be for everybody. I heard it too and it kind of took me off a little bit but I can tell he meant it in a good way. He is just basically saying “ what he has done is down by very few people “ so it’s a way of talking for black people in a slang. Anobodi is gonna do this basically means yo it’s gonna be hard to do this . Get it ? I like this guy I feel what he is saying
Exactly
A lot of truckers leaving for the same reason. Times are really tough right now. Rates will have to go back up eventually after enough leave. Supply and demand. Trucking is the backbone of everything and it’s full of short booms and busts. Just my 2 cents
He’s very contradicting, says something then 10 minutes later he says something completely different
Lmfaoooo
Sounds like trucking 🤷🏿♂️
Never much
I was just about to say same thing. Just take the L. I personally thinking he was doing too much a lot of people start to fail in trucking when wanna start hiring other drivers for trucks. And most of the time those drivers don’t even last I here lots of truckers say that. Just drive your own trucks. And he was very much contradicting cause he said in the video “I’m honestly not a trucker” ok so there I hate to say but you shouldn’t be giving advice then. He’s keeps saying Covid is the only year that trucking will ever be the best which isn’t true I know is one right now still 80k monthly just doing local jobs. And booking his owns loads he has one truck and drives his own. Yes gas prices are high. But it’s still not stopping them from hustling. I hate to say it but trucking don’t for everyone. Y’all wanna come into trucking by taking short cuts and getting other drivers instead of putting in the work yourself. Then all your finances start to go down hill cause y’all be doing too much from the start.
@@jessicahonorat5970 exactly, it’s just a matter of how capable you are to swim with the sharks when the times are hard
TRF farewell. Please don't delete your RUclips videos on trucking. It's a part of your journey and it can be helpful for someone in the future.
Special regards bro.
Thank you for the support, deleted a lot of them, but not all of them.
TRF Farewell…….
Big Factory
3:40 I feel the same way. Majority of drivers I see are mentally fatigued and out of shape. I knew from the jump I didn't want to do this long, this just motivated me even more to get out of it. I just don't have the savings right now to take the leap, but hopefully by next year I'll save up enough and learn enough to try a new field (like cs or software eng, or sales). I feel like I have too much intelligence to be stuck driving 10+ hours a day for the rest of my life (no disrespect to any other drivers but my passion is learning and solving real issues)
Trucking is a ticking time bomb. You have to know how to get in and when to get out. If you are a driver for more than 5 years you are sacrificing too much. I was able to sacrifice two years but no more. Im traumatized now. Pray to god I never have to physically drive again.
@@KenVTRF I’m amazed at how impacted you in a negative way I thought trucking was the way.
It was the way. I did what I had to do
@@KenVTRF 100% you're right
@@KenVTRF I understand what you're saying, but I've talked to several older Drivers or Fleet Owners, that are in there 50's and are okay driving they heath is no different than folks sitting behind a desk everyday. I think you're great. I'm Happy for you, and you created the Opportunity to get out Healthy & Whole. God Bless You.
The important thing is that you came and accomplished your goal. But as far as business goes I think you are not a seasoned business person bro. Otherwise you would be able to run a company no matter which president is in office. Btw I agree that Biden is horrible but you got to be able to walk around it and still keep your business afloat. & if one driver leaving will kill your company it’s usually because you have not scaled high enough and structured the business properly. Guys if trucking something you want to do go ahead do not let anyone stop you. Most content creators aren’t seasoned business people and therefore shouldn’t be giving business advice to begin with.
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I agree. What kills me about content creator is that they gas up people into this industry but don’t give the good and bad. I 100 percent agree a season business personal can navigate any market up and down. Another thing if you have a killer month you more than likely will have a shitty month. No industry kick out solid crazy returns month over month. It like the stock market on average you will do 10 percent But some months will do 30 percent and some months you will do -20 percent. That business. My frustration with content creators is they rarely show the downs of business and that is extremely misleading. Honestly blaming Biden or any politician is poor excuse. I wish him the best but this just goes to show you can’t believe everything you see on this RUclips. Lastly it way more in depth headwinds than president Biden( I didn’t vote for him) I hope all of the paper hands get out of the industry so when the dust settle the real players will remain
@@milesa2005 He is honest about his intent to get into trucking and getting out of it too. Even though he quits you can still learn something if you want to. And Biden has to do with everything in this country's mess we are in.
@@milesa2005 that’s facts I agree with everything you and the original commenter said because it’s clear there’s more to this picture then he is trying to paint that he’s not telling us because to say you can thrive in whatever happens because your very smart etc… and then follow up by saying essentially one of the bigger reason he’s quitting trucking is because Biden which is very contradictory and honestly makes no sense because if that was the case their would be no truckers on the road .. he should have just been honest and humble by saying with everything going on right now and the economy my business is not doing so good and I haven’t necessarily made the right moves to put me in a better position so im going to move to another industry and try my luck there as oppose to trying sound like he has everything figured out when it’s clear that’s probably not the case
@@natehailu86 I respectively disagree with you. Successful people move in any market. For him to sit there and say it never been done before from a 24 year old is a lie. He didn’t create the first truck neither did he create trucking so if you done big things in this market then stay the course. Trucking is about the survival of the fittest. If trucking was concerned about a certain president then no trucks would moving and people will starve. It okay to be wrong but I have a problem with someone that uses their platform as if they are the greatest gift since slice bread when rates plummet a little bit and diesel goes up he taps out. That sounds like a excuses and I would respect more from
Someone from the type go platform
Been driving 12 yrs and my plan was to do it 10 yrs and INVEST! I have a heart for trucking, my day did it for 47 yrs, my brother 26 yrs and I’ve been doing 12yrs but Trucking is a LUCRATIVE BUSINESS but you have to have a plan while doing it. I’ve made the money throughout the yrs but you can chase money. Don’t let it make you! I’m about to start my own business but I keep my overhead low and I work according to how I want. I understand where your coming from.
#trucklife
I spent 10 years in construction, trenching laying conduit etc for peanuts.Trucking was a huge step up for me, and being a introvert, no family, and as crazy as a 3 dollar bill, it was a perfect match for me.I enjoy it, but know it takes a certain kind to do it on the long term, most ain’t cut out for it I would say, look at the 5 year statistics
I think a lot of the owner operators ready to quite trucking because everything going back to normal and gas prices keep going up ! I believe some owner operators gonna go back to company Drivers 🤷🏾♂️or leasing
Fuck that!!!! I'm still trucking!!!🤙🏽✌🏽🍻
Facts.. man good thing you got out
@@cesarvargas7736 stand tall always
Hell no I do one load I make wat a company driver makes , never going back to a company driver
Hell no ken v better tell y’all 😂😂
Every business has cycles, pricing issues, politicians to blame, blah blah. A good solid business has all of this priced in and can still turn a profit. Most of you RUclips truckers got into it because you saw someone on TikTok posting all of the money that they’re making in trucking and now that things are resetting to normal rates you can’t handle it.
You so slow. I’m not a RUclipsr or a trucker. I was in trucking before it was on social media. I didn’t even know you could make the money that I made in trucking. I’m out of trucking because I did what I needed to do. Trucking is not an industry you stay in forever. Get your money. Get out and evolve. That was my goal, I did it. I’m good. I was actually the person on tiktok posting how much I made, I don’t follow trends I create them.
@@KenVTRF My boy watch how you speak when addressing me because it won’t go how you want it to go.
@@pacman4937 lmao 🤣🤣🤣
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@@pacman4937 You right bro $100,000 + truck note. Depending on drivers they quitting. Overhead Overhead I better jump ship now and come back later...Lol
I had my trucks for about 4 years and recently hung it up too. Just another tool added to the tool belt. You clearly have the mindset to be successful in whatever you choose to do
You gave up the business entirely or you are looking for driver?
Really? Because he made money when anybody could jump in and make money. Tell you what, lets see his next move before we go cheering him on.
How many trucks did you have?
This is how the trucking industry is. This happens all the time. Rates go up, everyone wants to hop back on, there’s more trucks than loads, market crashes, people abandon trucking, market comes back and so do the other truckers.
Trucking is not only avenue to be successful . People make money in all industries. Some people even make $300-800 per day dropping contents on RUclips depending on followers, some even more. Some already used the trucking money to double their real estate game, etc . Some already have access to $500k business credit. There is more to life than just trucking or driving . The goal is to be wealthy legally.
Thank you for this one I been In dilemma about purchasing truck and weighing out the longterm cost factoring in Biden is a big part of that and I'm glad you said it I know how High of a mountain I have to climb because of him
@@tanylogisticsgroupllc7052 one of the the best comments I’ve seen.
@Ken V Day 1 support from MN. All I wish you is to be prosperous in your new phase/ventures.
@Ken V You are trending on Asian Mai channel. Ignore the low lifers, keep being you and being happy.
Trucking not built for the weak. Can’t keep blaming the cost or gas stop moving cheap fright
how to succeed in trucking, 2 weeks later i quit trucking lmao...
Down seasons has always been a part of trucking. If you quit every down season you’ll be quitting every 2-3 years. You’re quitting because you don’t have passion for it. You didn’t succeed young brother. You quit when it got hard. Call it what it is.
I won. I did what I needed to do. That’s the difference between me and you. I’m not dumb. Why would I stay in a something that’s failing? How you watching me but I didn’t succeed. You probably older than me, watching me and haven’t accomplish half of what I accomplished in life, but I didn’t succeed?
Not everyone has the brains to give it up when the money leaves. What he did makes a lot of sense for his situation, unless your a company with thousands of trucks on the road and your looking 5-10 even 20 years ahead then staying in trucking when there’s no money left is a waste of time.
@@KenVTRF The stock market failing too maybe the real estate market too whatever your getting into now is going to have a down season success comes in waves like the stock market nothing goes up forever tough times create tough people good times create soft people good luck kid
@@wiseinvestor7596 I would never be in trucking only towing
Well, I left a job making $33 hr .I worked one day last week and made 200 more than working 40 hrs at the last job. It's all about what you want to get out of it, For me, owning a truck is damn good ,I love bossing myself around.✌🏻💯
I also left a 33.00 and hour jobs for trucking...
Wow that puts some things into perspective. I make a combined 18.75 an hour working two jobs, and trying to go to school for my cdl in June.
@@wordthefourth $6-8k "profit' a week?
It’s a blessing, owner ops is where it’s at. Staying healthy, eat healthy and be well.
I’m doing exactly the same this month $33 too and I just bought my rig
Yes, make sure you delete all of your videos and your channel. For you idiots who keep saying “save the videos so I can learn”, he isn’t helping you. He didn’t sell his business to a larger company for a profit. He sold his assets and folded his company. That’s not a successful exit strategy.
Over the long haul it all balances out. Supply and demand still rule the day. The pendulum swings in both direction.
Homie quit as soon as it got tough.
No. I took my money and doing something smarter and making more money. Yall so delusional
Why not . A smart man knows when to leave when he’s winning . Only a dumb nigga will stay in for the love of trucking . It’s about money
@@KenVTRF big facts my uncle been driving trucks 20 years he says do your thing you made your $ in the truck game
@@KenVTRFYou saw the downhill before it happened like me. You did the right thing brother. People don't understand if you have capital push to the side,you can jump back in 😉 I watch the market every day.
TRF Farewell bro. It was great learning everything you had to offer us & will always be here if you ever come back man. Appreciate you & good luck with whatever the future has to offer you man, I know you’ll be great
Thank you for the support homie!
trucking is dying, but none of the 40 yr vets are even talking about it, they know AI drone drivers will be fully introduced into the commercial driving market, around 2050 its gona suck for upcoming humans trying to make money like their parents did back in the early 2000's its really sad
I respect your decision. You were the first owner operator who gave me a visual of how to deal with brokers. I learned a lot. Thanks for all your contributions to the game. TRF fairwell ✊🏿
Any business is gambling. Even when you are the one “running the ball and scoring the touchdown”. Risk=reward and you definitely know that clearly. I can poke holes into any business you present but at the end of the day it’s about uplifting and motivating. I feel as though you’ve definitely been a mainly positive/realistic outlook but yea I feel as though your next venture will be as successful if not more but nothing is bulletproof! Appreciate your opinions
Though I respect this young man and his accomplishments. He is misinformed in a few areas. Trucking as in any other industry has its ups and downs. Similar to the stock market. As such those who only invest for the short term quick gains will run at the first sight of adversity. He's right he's not a trucker nor built for this game. Trucking is a lifestyle not a career. Those who stick it out in good times and bad will reap the rewards first. By being in position to take advantage when the market starts to rebound. For the newbies in the game. Learn how to diversify your business and stop depending on the load board. Develop relationships with brokers and direct shippers. This will sustain you when the market takes a dump. Contract work always wins the day.
that over the ROAD life isn't pretty AT ALL especially if you have kids and or trying to start a family!!! Good for you brother 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
Trumps a joke. He's ain't coming back, but maybe somebody better then both of them will get elected.
you dont just come in and “i bought 2 trucks” and you dont make that amount of progress in trucking UNLESS you come in with capital and guidance.
I grew up in and around trucking and logistics. I am glad to see people getting out of the industry who it isn’t for.
I’ve seen this industry destroy families and bankrupt people because they don’t understand the transportation industry.
Every industry has a business cycle (ups & downs). Transportation is no different, if someone is wanting all good times please don’t become a business owner.
Couldn't have said it better brother!!👍
@Tommy Unfiltered Who said Ken wasn't smart? Either way he played it, he was gonna win because he's obviously not a moron. Also, what you're saying about money in any situation is also correct. I think this is a win, win situation.
👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿Amen
Simply and great words. 20 years in this business. These new business owners don't try to build a great business structure. Their chasing fools gold.
@Tommy Unfiltered 💯
What’s the point on making this video?
Cause I’d knew you’d comment and it would get me paid
It's all about making proper business decisions at the end of the day. I've witnessed several drivers lose damn near everything fighting a uphill battle from being poor businessmen. I agree and support your decision.
Stay blessed Homie!
Dude stop it!!!!!!!! Life is A Gamble Period!!!!!! We live in America 🇺🇸 🤦🏾♂️ It's All bout Level Up to Next After Learning
We gonna stop right here.
YOU GONNA PUT THE BLAME ON YOU. They were paying that, but that's not what you were charging. And NO, you did not learn the trucking game.
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4:00 enough said this just like anything else you wanna succeed at trucking ain't gambling it's guaranteed... everything around you has to be delivered find your lanes learn the game ups and downs of rates come and go driving is only part of trucking it's a whole industry and you seem to be a smart guy it's like anything else dig into the industry you have learn markets on freight what's moving where it's moving to etc. It's simple
I know what happened......IRS got your tail.....you need to do better in documentation on your revenue and expenses......that's all. Pull your diapers back up, spit that thang out your mouth and get back out there and make this money.
Lmfao the internet so funny
You said no one can do what you did in the trucking industry? Well sorry to tell you it’s already been done. Lol y’all let this social media go to your head.
TY for all you do driver....I wanna ask I don't want a fleet....I want my truck my way.....is it worth it 2023? Just a simple yes or no...TY you again
I feel you bro I just started my journey as an owner op and I don’t regret it I just shoulda went with my move sooner
A owner op is you own the truck and operate right?
"when trump comes back" is this Ninja main goal here to promote CHUMP??! 🤔
😂😂 nah I just wanted you to comment
There's still loopholes in this game. Especially if you find a contract, or direct shipper that pays fuel surcharge
I Salute You Coach Been Watching You From The Beginning But To Say You’re The ONLY ONE who Has Done What You’ve Done Is Blasphemy..I Understand Your Confidence And You Have The Content And Receipts To Prove It But Everybody Is Not On RUclips Showing The World What They Do.. Peace And Love On Your Next Adventure..If I Had To Say You’re Probably Investing in Real Estate! Smart Man
It’s only 1 Ken V and only one story like mine so it’s not.
@@KenVTRF You’re Exactly Right It Is Only One Of You But To Sit Here And Say Only ONE Story Like Yours Is Nuts Lol Like You Did Something That Nobody Did Bra It’s Folks Out Here Who Did Wayyy More Than What You’re Speaking On! You Didn’t Start Trucking Right Out The Gate So What About The Other Young Men Who Started At 18 And Who’ve Eclipsed What You’ve Eclipsed By The Time They Were 21? You Became An Owner Operator in Your 20’s..Because Everybody Don’t Choose To Dive Into RUclips Which Is A 360 Platform That Just Makes You The Only Person To Do What You’ve Done. Lol Peace And Love
It’s the arrogance for me
Man,
People are funny because how can someone base their lifestyle on who's the president. Ken V is a young man who doesn't understand how operate a business during the good times vs the bad times. What about the drivers u had working for u, just kicked them to the curve. Attention driver's never work for someone like this guy, do your research and work only with people who have a passion and respect for the trucking industry. It's been said time and time again, this isn't a job it's a lifestyle. I Salute all of the truckers who are successful during the good and bad times. Never give up on your dreams, anything worth having in life will require sacrifice.
Lol you don’t understand social media and it shows
@@KenVTRF
I Respect your decision to quit trucking, but I can't Respect how you were talking negatively about the trucking industry. Every business has its high/low times, it's how u structure and prepare for those times that separate the successful people from the average people. You made statements like u will never drive a truck again, because you were miserable. Some of us actually enjoy trucking, watch some of the mid America truck show on RUclips. Being a trucker is so much bigger than just driving a truck. It's about the friendships u establish along this journey called life. It's about the sense of purpose a person has, from doing a job to the best of their abilities time and time again. No matter the time of day, the weather outside, the many sacrifices drivers/ owners have to make. I'm only 43yrs old, but I was taught by truckers who have been doing this for 40+ years. I have mad Respect for this industry and the people who make the daily sacrifices to safely deliver goods throughout America.
@@lewisnash7381 this is so true there will never be just good times
Personal trainer lol this guy doing circles…nobody will ever be able to do what I did is what he said…last month he was a broker now he quit, get a therapist
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Anyone that was looking to get into trucking don’t be discouraged with this video ken v transports consumer goods yes there is a rescission coming which will cause people to spend less on consumer goods. You guys need to either get in the oil tankers because they are not building anymore gas pipelines and all the fuel needs to be transported somehow either trucks or trains and this is a very high paying industry also congress just passed a 1 trillion dollar infrastructure bill and there is a huge housing shortage all across the US and getting into the dump truck business would be a wise choice right now.
Very true. This is just my journey. Everyone has to run their own race.
Rates have level out. The weak will dump their equipment and leave the industry which is great. Once war end, market stabilizes and ports open up in Shanghai the market will skyrocket again. The problem is the barrier entry will be much higher than it is now. That is the cost for having higher rates in the industry not to mention bigger carriers are not offloading their equipment( they are in acquisition model due to excessive profits aka they need write offs) . The person that control the equipment, driver or fuel in this industry always wins the game. Caring only about cashflow while not accumulating titles and ownership will always result in losing the game. This goes across all industry. Buy assets and allow time to hedge against inflation.
You've done your part and left an indelible impression for those looking for guidance. So thank you sincerely for all of us that you have shared your journey, wisdom, perspective, opinion and personal experiences along the way. You merely used trucking as a vessel and you achieved your objective. May you be blessed in all your future endeavors... Leave the videos for us as a reference point my dude. TRF Farewell...One 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
No I didn't because a lot of his followers are on other channels scratching their heads and disillusioned of his abrupt exit.
I wanna buy a truck...where the loans...I have est 2020 llc
OMG 😱 I have 2 trucks and I feel exactly the same as you do! I just did a video in chinese complaining exactly the same thing you just mentioned! I’m tempted to sell my trucks too. I know a lot of truck owners just parked their truck and stop insurance and everything. The gas price literally eat all our profits
You been done bro
You hired those drivers and then got their hopes up and fired them. You used trucking to stack money to do your other little things. Trucking still going to get people paid. Not too many jobs pay what truckers get paid. You got on RUclips to make money. Man you need to knock it off.
Lmfao you don’t even know the drivers or their situation. You another person who takes the internet too seriousb
@@KenVTRF I don't take it seriously. I only comment on your content. You put your content out there and people may have an opinion that you may not agree on. Your opinion of the president is your opinion. Your opinion on the current situation dealing with trucking is your opinion.
And your assuming not opinion. Talking about the drivers I work with and completely wrong about their situation. You just a weird old man.
@@KenVTRF and you just a young bitch ass fuck boy. You couldn't walk a day in my shoes. I use to have a little respect for you. You quit the trucking game because you lack the mental strength and physical stability to maintain under pressure. You're a mommas boy who at 22 just left the nest. Im not old at 54. Im just older than you. Pray that you make it to see 54. The trucking game put you in the position that you are in now. If it wasn't for it you would still be at your mother house writing books. And the other bullshit that you was doing. Miss me with that dumb shit. You didn't let me down cause I don't give a fuck about you. You let your subscribers down. You was begging for likes and subscribers. Now you're gone. Gone and ride off into the sunset on your horse. Watch your mouth boy.
Lmfao you a old man who is a fan of a 25 year old. I got more money and accomplishments than you and you twice my age. You watching me and obsessed with me, idek you. You a fan
Trump come back. 🙄 you show nough will be sick 😫 and depressed 😔.... smh
I can totally agree with the perspective of being at a black jack table and walking away while you’re up. You’re right, trucking will never be like it was in the pandemic. But I also believe it opened up the doors for a lot of people to get in where they never thought they’d fit in. Keep in mind, the economy is all about checks and balances. Everything is “high” right now but soon it’ll balance itself back out. Farewell and thank you for sharing your journey! Congrats on all that you’ve accomplished 💯
I seriously don’t understand y u did something in trucking that nobody els have done because I own 3 trucks in a year and a half own authority brokerage now I’m entering the 3rd year on Dry trailer and two flatbed don’t think u made it because it’s not jus trucking that’s in a Re session
glad everyone isn't selfish like this, we'd have no food, no toilet paper, etc 😔
This man is just campaign for trump....🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
😂😂😂😂
There's always someone to blame.
One thing Hurt me The Most Truckers Never Stand together😔 Wee feed This country But Nobody Thinks About Us.
I’m glad you quitting. It thins the heard. You are a RUclipsr not a truckers. Blame yourself for your failure.
LMFAO
Why don’t you give respect to your dad who showed you ropes and the government for getting the sba/eidl/ ppp loans to get you going? You act like you’re just a genius lol you are one of those people who made trucking seem like something it ain’t, selling all these people a dream just trying to make money on RUclips as extra income…you’re one of the utubers who inspired TENS of thousands of people to open companies which is one of the reasons rates are down, if you’re drivers were unreliable alright but if they were solid and you sold them a dream then let them go cause you weren’t getting rich quick that just shows your character
lol I didn’t get a loan. You one of them ppl that watch others on the internet
😂 I been in this industry and you’re what’s called a false prophet
trucking its very profitable. You just have to invest in it and need drivers. Second contract freight is what keeps a company moving not the spot market. A 1 man operation could depend on the spot market 100% now a fleet could but needs some contract freight to keep at flow
Go plant a garden raise some chickens. Grow some grass milk some cows. Trucking sucks to many drivers. Aww he going to hide from social media. You let everyone down. 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭. Yeah the economy going to crash.
That moment when you realize, you can make more money on youtube than trucking lol
You must didn’t watch the video. I’m done with RUclips too for now. I don’t need RUclips and I don’t even like attention. I’ll make videos eventually but not like I once was.
@@KenVTRF I heard you were done with trucking content not youtube channel , but it's all good
@@KenVTRF damn you’re getting rid of two streams of income. At least keep RUclips. People go into trucking everyday, everyone will want to watch your past videos. Your videos inspired me to go into trucking. You can make videos about transitioning to get into real estate. But don’t quit on RUclips, Get paid bro
I met you downtown. Definitely a solid dude and I believe you will succeed in whatever you put your mind to. Thank you for the lessons and may you receive more blessings!
Presidenta have nothing to do with gas prices lol
You are correct “President have nothing to do with gas prices” yet his (policies) are what caused the pain we are all feeling at the pump…
USA went from an exporter to begging South America & Middle East to provide more oil… their reply to Joe was go pound sand…
People fail to remember what Joe stated he would do once he became President…eliminate the dependencies on oil and use renewables…
How that working out for all those people that was mad at Trump’s balance approach of using both until technology is available to focus on renewable.
Yeah; Trump bad Biden is good mind-set yet the evidence is this administration is at war with its own citerzen ty
Blame yourself don't blame Biden. You went full maga, I don't like Biden either, but wishing for Trump is idiotic, he don't deserve it the guy was impeached twice, your pride is hurt which is normal but you blaming everyone but yourself.
If you don't make sacrifices for your goals, your goals will become the sacrifice
LOL 🤣, you're blaming Joe Biden for Russia starting a war and throwing the oil market off? Trump is not coming back any time soon, if he avoids jail, it will be a blessing. I understand why you're getting out, but every trucker doesn't have your mentality. Trucking itself is just fine, for those that are a couple of levels above you. Small Fleet Owners, and Drivers are having a hard time. You did a good job, but this is not you. Enjoy your life young man. 🎉🎉
I can certainly relate. I hung up my keys last month after 5 years Otr. The trucking lifestyle is not easy and eventually will cause your mental or physical to breakdown. I bought my own truck during my second year when fuel was still high.. so I thought..lol. (O/O always have pain at the pump.) I left to preserve my health and keep my family intact. I made a lot of money and lost money. I also have other valuable skills as a Dental hygienist and a Realtor. Trucking was an escape for me when my Mother passed. It helped with my healing to get away from society and tend to my own thoughts. I'm grateful that I can do it but more grateful that I'm out. By God's grace I never had an accident or caused any harm to anyone. You are a young man with a lot to offer the business world. Now go get it.
Best of luck to you!
Yea but how is it hard on your health and mental , eat clean , set your schedule, etc , why does it have to be hard , can you get in more detail
I started watching you videos, and have been for about a week now. And the videos that you were making 1 year ago versus this one are so different. In this video you are skeptic, scared, a little egotistical. But in your previous videos, you were inspired, motivated, a leader. in short you were magical back then. Anywho, what do i know, Im also looking forward to see what you get onto next. Love your journey..
My man got in the business made the capital needed to move on .respect !
Bingo. Once you get the capital you needed everything else is just a plus and to continue is a risk.
People that into truck business , bitcoin,shiba,dodge invested gov money they think TRUMP cus they got lucky 2020 gas oil barrel 10dollars ,free money got the inflation what it is now any economist will tell you that
Salute to you . You have touched ,and also inspired plenty of people to make hard life choices .
Congratulations on your success and new adventures .
I just got my second CDL license in March because of your inspiration.
I disagree. I was a school bus driver making 2500 month. U just can't stay focus. You are young and you have no long term vision.
Lmfao
@@KenVTRF for real bro. Keep focused don't give up. Your mind doesn't stay interested for long
🇺🇸TRUMP 2024🇺🇸
Nobody will ever be able to do what I did....lmao😅😂
In addition, we need more room within this industry with less competition so seeing some of u newbies leave won’t be a bad idea at all.👴🏻
Supply and demand if majority quit the ones that stay will probably make it.
I’m confused..what did you do that nobody has ever done before? How do you know that you’re the only person in history to do it? Slow down with the “ I am God “ complex you just drove a truck for a few years my guy.
I'm sitting here trying to digest what this brother is saying myself. He's been in it 2 years, 2 trucks, etc., now he's an expert? Congrats on all his success but trucking, like any other service industry, has it's highs and lows. But he lost me when he declared that he's waiting on President Trump to come back. He's got a lot to learn. Either way, I applaud him for his success
Please do us a favor - Google how much influence a President has over the economy. Do the same with the stock market - they are not the same. Political leanings aside, please people take some time to learn how the economy works, economic cycles, Fed quantitative easing, tightening, and periods of boom and bust. Most people will not learn for themselves and will actually believe and trust what you think you know about the President's influence on the economy.
Do yourself a favor and stop listening to so much msm and the demoKKKrats. Ppl that don’t understand satire will do what you doing, taking this content too serious
Dang man I’m really sorry to see you go, I have watched all your videos and you’re the reason I got into the industry. I really looked up to you and I’m a little disheartened to hear you say trucking isn’t it anymore. Good luck my man I hope you’re successful
Yeah man 😪😪😪 don’t give up bro I’m truck driver now too
never seen you as a trucker always a young hustler
Respect!
Blaming joe!!!! Because you failed LMFAO!!!!!
How did I fail lmao? If you call this a failure there need to be more 😭
@@KenVTRF blaming a man for selling your business sounds like a F!!!!
Lmao yall take this internet too serious 😭
Asphalt cowboy!!!!! ✌🏽🍻good luck brother!!!
This guys delusional.. “no one will ever do what I did in trucking” 😂😂 I’ve done more bro in a shorter period of time. 8 months, 8 trucks, cdl, and came in without much money AT ALL!
And you still not me.
Respect man, appreciate the transparency and how uncut you are. The industry has been on fire post-pandemic, and folks just don’t realize what they’re walking into. Like most things the internet has gotten ahold of trucking. Please guys just be wary, these types of videos aren’t meant to discourage you, it’s only the truth. If you don’t know anyone personally with first hand experience in the industry, be extra careful. Wishing you the best Ken, thanks for all the free game bro!
That’s real shit. Social media really giving people the wrong perception and going to have people losing a lot of money! Appreciate the love n support!
Lmaoooooo I remember that night on Clubhouse when you was talking cash shit like 4 months ago.
And here you are blaming Joe Biden…… nah bruh, that’s rates, shit been like this for 10 years
Oh you a fan huh
Made money before the pandemic during the pandemic and now a this is how trucking go ups and down.
😂😂😂bye u doing sum wrong you sending wrong message out don’t listen to this guy
Enjoy ya journey bruh. On to the next level. I’m in CDL training now… In the the back of a truck watching this video. Take care!
That's right!! Give Ken his respect, he deserves it. As for you, stay in shape, listen and learn. I don't know you but based on your comment, I know your gonna be successful in this industry. Now get in there, fight and win champ!!!👊👊👊🇺🇸🇺🇸👊👊👊👍
I remember them days! Better get some rest back there. Lol...
dam. i guess its a bad time for me to get into the industry. don't have many choices though. so guess i have to start when its bad.
You making blanket statements bro . I’ve learned more spiritually an mentally in a truck then I could have anywhere else . I listened to more sermons and educational videos then One could fathom . Zig ziglar said if you listen to an Audio book an hour a day it’s equivalent to a college degree
Yes but you can only do that for a specific amount of time. You can’t be healthy doing trucking for 20 years
@@KenVTRF I’ve been in the transportation industry over 13 years my guy and have become more versed then most I know in the scriptures and have a very intimate relationship with my creator . So you can say that you can’t but that is only relevant to you my brotha these aren’t absolute truths you are speaking fam . You should say I can’t but you can’t speak for others champ . Best of luck with all your future endeavors though ✊🏽
"social media ruined the perception of trucking" And you were apart of that. I told you that in that pic of you your truck and that benz that you can't make it with a brand new freightliner and a driver. In normal conditions shit aint possible. You called me a hater 😆
I’ve had my truck for almost 1.5 yrs and just now putting it on the road. I used the company to get where I needed to be. 🤷🏾♂️
Trucking isn’t for everyone and at least you know when to CUT IT
I drive locally and absolutely love it. Home every night, drive my 82 monte carlo to and from work. Local life is incredible. If you can't handle OTR go local.
Literally started my journey in December. I’m happy for you and thankful for everything you’ve shared with us but this is certainly discouraging. My goal is to net 1M in a period of 5 years. High marks for a beginner but that’s how I attack everything I do. Wish me luck and thanks again for the A1 content
I mean if you discouraged that’s on you.
@@KenVTRF damn.. bro what if he said what you did inspired him.. would you have said thats on you too. #coldworld
@@KenVTRF lol 😂 geez dude. Don’t shoot
@@KenVTRF u a clown you young and need to grow up
@@mrsantanabmoregamer2148 you took his words and wired it with your mentality, and your way of thinking rather than actually trying to grasp what he said. He didn’t say thats on you in a disrespectful manner, its as simple as, when you have a goal and you can see yourself getting there, don’t let ANYBODY’s words or actions distract you from your goals. If you want to make 2M, its possible. As long as you trust in God and take action.
Pray success for all those in the industry to get into a new career in Jesus Name....
I appreciate your honesty bro, I feel the same way. Been holding on to trucking since 2017 but I’m thinking the same thing, it’s really draining
Car Hauling is BOOMING in Trucking. Freight is struggling.
Another One Bites the Dust
That sucks, I just discovered your channel today June 1st and you're quitting. You are right about Biden! I know alot of people are cutting back on everything now. Our dollar is worth about 70cents
TRF FAREWELL thank You for all the knowledge and inspiring me to do what I’m doing. Also thank You for always being 💯 real with us about everything. I’m company driver and I’m saving up to get on my own probably by next year. My plan is a 5 year maximum where I’ll use that owner operator pay to buy about 2 multi family homes each year and live off that. After that I’ll sell everything related to trucking and live off real estate and become an real estate agent. Trucking is good money but It’s not healthy for me to be doing it for more than 5 years.
we have the same exact blueprint, except for i wanna finish college & become an attorney (not that u asked lol)
See you at the top g. God Bless.
Facts. The pandemic was the time to get it. Closed our logistics company as well. Get in & get out.
Thinking that you were the only one at age 22-24 achieving things it’s just naive. maybe compared to the people around you yes but, put things into scale
you have kids/teenagers now days who are millionaires & people in their 20’s who are Billionaires. Just be humble and keep on grinding because There’s always I mean always someone else doing better/larger things.
There’s only 1 me.
A smart man right here and he realizes how our current president is running the country into the ground