thanks for all the information. fist time watching your videos. You mention than AMAZON doesn't required time with your authority. They are requiring 180 days. that's what i herd.
I appreciate this video man. I'm out of Houston Texas drove OTR for a while but wasn't really my thing so I'm trying to get my own truck and do power only I love driving I just couldn't be gone all the time so this seems to be right up my alley
Man I’ve lost sleep binge watching your videos!!!….I appreciate you. I have a 2020 at4 1500 and I’m a disabled Veteran that wants to get into the business with little to no money. You helped me leaps and bonds
I can honestly say I appreciate the transparency, I’ve been watching your videos for a while now and you’re doing an awesome job keep up the good work sir.
THANK YOU for this!! Husband and I are very strongly considering coming out on the road as OOs doing power only. Something about the load boards appeals to me. I’m a research fiend so I feel like it’d be like a game, or a hunt to find “that load” that works for us. Often my husband says “ok babe, I think you’ve looked enough” but oh no, I leave no rock unturned lol. Also love what you said about efficiency. You hear people always talk about what something pays per mile but what about the cost of your time? I enjoy creating systems or making existing systems more efficient so I appreciate this being highlighted. Thanks again for all the knowledge nuggets!!
You sound like me.LOL I probably spend too much time worrying over the small stuff. If you feel like it, send me an email at wmtransportllc@gmail.com. I'd like to talk to you guys. Lol i sound like a salesman.
@@steadytrucker Thank you for the replay!! I am not sure why I am just seeing it so I apologize for the delayed response. We are actually heading out to PA end of this week for a few days to check out a business our good buddy owns and we may partner with him on (I've already been working for him part time remotely for a year). If we feel it's not a good fit for us, we've already decided we're hitting the road in a truck!... In some form or another ha
I didn't realize power-only loads were a thing! You are amazing lol sure enough search and power only loads. We just bought a truck and have to rent a trailer but are waiting on one to become available! This helps so much in the meantime.
I’ve always been fortunate to have good paying company jobs as a driver for many years. But whenever I saw other jobs and these say we pay you $20 hour after 2 hrs detention. To me that’s crazy. All of my time is worth the same. I dream of being my own boss but so many thing have to come into place before it’s a smart decision. I Really like the videos Steady Trucker!
@@geoestrada5001 I’m definitely staying company until I can buy my own truck cash and still have money in the bank. Hoping truck prices will crash too.
I been running with Amazon for years everyday and it’s kept my business alive at times I think it’s case by case if it didn’t work for you doesn’t mean it won’t work for others, I know people that don’t pay for a single load board. I do think you put out a lot of great info def will still keep watching 💯
I completely agree. They can definitely keep you afloat. I've just talked with and seen guys that put all their eggs in one basket without shopping around.
I was wondering about this. I work a dedicated Amazon account, for JB Hunt. And I was wondering something. I've started my own company, I don't have my truck yet. And I wanted to see, if it's better to wait a yr or so, stay on the dedicated account, then get my own truck and try the Amazon account.
Starting out you will need brokers for most of your loads. At some point you start making contacts and occasionally shippers will ask you to cut out the middleman. You can always go directly to shippers to find freight. ONE BIG THING,, if you start working directly for shippers you'll be waiting ,at the very least, 30 days to get paid sometimes up to 60 days. You also take the risk of not getting paid at all. I factor all my loads. My money is guaranteed and I get it the next day because brokers set up credit accounts with factoring companies.
So, Im commenting before finishing the video. I try to ONLY do Amazon spot loads if the rate is above $2.50. I've heard you make the most with Amazon when you get access to their contracts section. But for the most part, I just do load out trailers and find loads going the same direction as the load out trailer.
@@steadytrucker Yeah lol I have to agree with you. I get spoiled myself when I get a drop and hook. I just feel at times I can get a better rate if I have a loadout you know.
Be diligent on the load boards. Be versatile, ie; carry straps, chains, blocking, wide load signs, flags etc. Knowing the loadboards, types of loads, lanes and what is going to waste your time is important.
Hello fellow driver, I got a question for you. With power only loads and picking load out trailers do you think it’s possible to negotiate with brokers the time window to drop the trailer?
Loads are either first come first serve. Which means you get there when you want load/unload with no wasted time. Appointment times will usually cause you lots of wasted time. You may be able to get there at 8am but your appointment isn't until 1pm
@@steadytrucker Thx so much. I found your videos right in time. I'm a company reefer driver on medical leave and I'm looking for another driver position I can do less driving and make job $ -no road warriors jobs. I'll try researching more local w2, 1099 or owner opportunities. Thanks
Hello, Im new to your channel and content. I was just wondering what’s the difference between 123 load board and DAT? Currently I run PO with Amazon and you’re 100 % correct about it. It’s not efficient, and the rates are below average.
It's been a while since I got on 123 but dat and truckstop are the 2 biggest boards out there. A lot of the other boards like 123 and smart just resist loads from the mega carriers free sites
No,,lol, i should have been clearer on that. Amazon will let you sign up right away. JB hunt wont. I signed up for Hunt at 3 months. They may have changed since then.
Something ive been trying to figure out, because its not mentioned anywhere for power units only, do you still need to wait the 21 days after you get the MC number before you can run it?
How do you handle when you are pulling a loaded and somewhere down the road, your truck broke down? Can you give me your real example you had ran into, please. Thank you
There are breakdown services like roadmaster that are similar to AAA which can take care of finding roadside or wrecker service at a discount. Knock on wood,, I have always been able to get to a garage during trouble with the exception of tires. No matter where you are there will always be a mobile mechanic or mobile tire service willing to charge you lots of money for roadside service, lol.
Unfortunately the brokers are taking the money the trucker does the work and we get cents on the dollar! Unfortunately the Government doesn’t care about the trucker and let’s companies and the BROKER all out ROB the O/O! Disgusting!!
No their not. Shipper are not that dumb they know what the market is , their not just giving brokers a bunch of money to stick in their pockets. To many trucks is the problem .
Are you talking specifically about hook & drops. It seems you are, but you haven't said anything about sitting while loading, etc.. so its a fair guess your doing hook & drops the way your talk'n, yes or no? I've been watching DAT board off & on for a while. I use to see a number of PO hook & drops. I don't see much any more; lets use Vegas & or SLC for examples on the PO. Thanks for the vid!
Most of power only is hook and drop. Unless you book with jb hunt, schneider etc. Their "PO" is ridiculous and inefficient. SLC is a fairly decent for po but Las Vegas sux, lol. BUT right now it sucks everywhere. It's definitely a job finding good po right now.
@@steadytrucker Thanks for the response! I'm a flatbeder w/zero work & was look'n at PO as a way to start moving again, outa Vegas area. I'm guessing everyone is, lol.
@@simpletruckerstuff9478 vegas is pretty tight for any kind of freight. I'm sure you know. Good rates going in, nothing good out. BUT I have seen some lanes that run from SLC to LA that could get you home often and make good money. Amazon, Swift etc. That run is hard on a truck though
On the power only loads after you drop the loaded trailer does the company expect you to grab an empty or can you just bobtail to your next pick up? Thanks.
Most power only is drop and hook. Unless you do a run for Schneider or JB Hunt etc. you won't have to do anything extra like hunting down empty trailers or taking an empty to backfill somewhere.
No such thing as a dispatcher for what I do. I constantly have people calling offering their services but they won't work with you unless you have a 40ft trailer or 25ft box truck. I have too many boxes to check anyway.lol
@@beverlyosorto I think it would depend on your operation and the dispatcher. 99% of dispatchers would want you to have a certain size equipment to make it easier on them. You would probably have to try them out to be sure.
I guess you don’t value your time and yourself. If you take out your truck payments, insurance, maintenance, fuel, licenses and other miscellaneous fees and don’t forget uncle sams cut you are left with nothing not even crumbs.
the only type of jb hunt loads that pay as far as power only is their private load board. it's the exact same loads as the free 360 loadboard but they show you way more money. it's not negotiable. you login and pick the load you like. most of the loads are garbage as because the market has been down since the summer but they have freight that pays 4 or 5 dollars a mile on their board. the only thing is they take 22% away from the rate. even though they take that much you still can clear 3.50-5.00 a mile on each load. call jb hunt ask for Zach. he can sign you up on the private loadboard.
Great video I’m working my lanes got a couple of different avenues I work and am ATTEMPTING to cultivate but you’re video seriously made me think about it differently and I know I’m being vague (that’s on purpose)thank you sir subscribed.🫡
thanks for all the information. fist time watching your videos. You mention than AMAZON doesn't required time with your authority. They are requiring 180 days. that's what i herd.
I appreciate this video man. I'm out of Houston Texas drove OTR for a while but wasn't really my thing so I'm trying to get my own truck and do power only I love driving I just couldn't be gone all the time so this seems to be right up my alley
I like your thinking!!! BE YOUR OWN BOSS AND DO WHAT YOU WANT!!!
Doing what you want has very little to do with being your own boss.
Man I’ve lost sleep binge watching your videos!!!….I appreciate you. I have a 2020 at4 1500 and I’m a disabled Veteran that wants to get into the business with little to no money. You helped me leaps and bonds
Very useful! I just got my authority and this information right here was perfect! I made sure to take notes. I appreciate it!
Great advice, thanks !
Great info, thinking of making the move to O/O
So true about JB Hunt and Amazon. I did both of them and it is not effective. I appreciate your video.
I can honestly say I appreciate the transparency, I’ve been watching your videos for a while now and you’re doing an awesome job keep up the good work sir.
Thank you
Just starting great video thank you building relationships is what I got thank you.
Hi you recommended DAT and Truckstop, thanks again for your tips
THANK YOU for this!! Husband and I are very strongly considering coming out on the road as OOs doing power only. Something about the load boards appeals to me. I’m a research fiend so I feel like it’d be like a game, or a hunt to find “that load” that works for us. Often my husband says “ok babe, I think you’ve looked enough” but oh no, I leave no rock unturned lol. Also love what you said about efficiency. You hear people always talk about what something pays per mile but what about the cost of your time? I enjoy creating systems or making existing systems more efficient so I appreciate this being highlighted. Thanks again for all the knowledge nuggets!!
You sound like me.LOL I probably spend too much time worrying over the small stuff. If you feel like it, send me an email at wmtransportllc@gmail.com. I'd like to talk to you guys. Lol i sound like a salesman.
@@steadytrucker Thank you for the replay!! I am not sure why I am just seeing it so I apologize for the delayed response. We are actually heading out to PA end of this week for a few days to check out a business our good buddy owns and we may partner with him on (I've already been working for him part time remotely for a year). If we feel it's not a good fit for us, we've already decided we're hitting the road in a truck!... In some form or another ha
Thank you for the information. I just discovered the channel for the first time.
Thanks Boss👍🏽
Thank you for taking the time to explain this
Good advice from a guy who posts honest numbers
I didn't realize power-only loads were a thing! You are amazing lol sure enough search and power only loads. We just bought a truck and have to rent a trailer but are waiting on one to become available! This helps so much in the meantime.
Power only will make you lazy and impatient with all the drop and hooks. Good luck to you
Good information thank you!
You are on it! 100 percent!!!
I’ve always been fortunate to have good paying company jobs as a driver for many years. But whenever I saw other jobs and these say we pay you $20 hour after 2 hrs detention. To me that’s crazy. All of my time is worth the same. I dream of being my own boss but so many thing have to come into place before it’s a smart decision. I Really like the videos Steady Trucker!
My friend you should stay as company driver the trucking business is trashy right now we’re not making any money anymore,
@@geoestrada5001 I’m definitely staying company until I can buy my own truck cash and still have money in the bank. Hoping truck prices will crash too.
Much appreciation for the information‼️
I been running with Amazon for years everyday and it’s kept my business alive at times I think it’s case by case if it didn’t work for you doesn’t mean it won’t work for others, I know people that don’t pay for a single load board. I do think you put out a lot of great info def will still keep watching 💯
I completely agree. They can definitely keep you afloat. I've just talked with and seen guys that put all their eggs in one basket without shopping around.
Great video
good stuff
Very informational video!
Great video!!! I 100% agree
Have you seen synergy upfit sleepers before? Perfect for your truck.
I'll look into it. Appreciate the info
Thanks for the great tips, I'm in the process of Starting my authority and going power only
Good luck to you. It's a headache but it doesn't take long to get past the learning curve
This video is awesome I’m thinking about doing PO and it definitely made me feel like it’s something I would want to pursue!
Thanks. Things are down right now but it's still profitable
💯✌
Thanks for the video. How to open factoring in order to receive money fast?
I was wondering about this. I work a dedicated Amazon account, for JB Hunt. And I was wondering something. I've started my own company, I don't have my truck yet. And I wanted to see, if it's better to wait a yr or so, stay on the dedicated account, then get my own truck and try the Amazon account.
Probably better to wait unless you have cash to pay for equipment
that what I do in texas
What factoring company do you use? I’m power only and my authority is at 90 days but I haven’t moved my truck because not sure which route to take.
Are power-only loads meant to replace freight brokers since they all seem to take more than 10-15 percent?
Starting out you will need brokers for most of your loads. At some point you start making contacts and occasionally shippers will ask you to cut out the middleman. You can always go directly to shippers to find freight. ONE BIG THING,, if you start working directly for shippers you'll be waiting ,at the very least, 30 days to get paid sometimes up to 60 days. You also take the risk of not getting paid at all. I factor all my loads. My money is guaranteed and I get it the next day because brokers set up credit accounts with factoring companies.
I live in Ohio is this a good area for freight?
So, Im commenting before finishing the video. I try to ONLY do Amazon spot loads if the rate is above $2.50. I've heard you make the most with Amazon when you get access to their contracts section. But for the most part, I just do load out trailers and find loads going the same direction as the load out trailer.
Occasionally I will go pick up a new loadout trailer and use it for a week but I've gotten spoiled with drop and hook
@@steadytrucker Yeah lol I have to agree with you. I get spoiled myself when I get a drop and hook. I just feel at times I can get a better rate if I have a loadout you know.
Hi I’m buying my truck this week and starting my company ima do P/O is there any advice for this new year ?
Be diligent on the load boards. Be versatile, ie; carry straps, chains, blocking, wide load signs, flags etc. Knowing the loadboards, types of loads, lanes and what is going to waste your time is important.
So instead of appointment time loads, do I need to stick with first come first serve loads?
Dude I’m in PA trying to make it to Utah
Hello fellow driver, I got a question for you.
With power only loads and picking load out trailers do you think it’s possible to negotiate with brokers the time window to drop the trailer?
I like you
What is that great rate you've mentioned?
What does he mean by "avoid appts" ? All appts have a time frame so..? Thanks
Loads are either first come first serve. Which means you get there when you want load/unload with no wasted time. Appointment times will usually cause you lots of wasted time. You may be able to get there at 8am but your appointment isn't until 1pm
@@steadytrucker Thx so much. I found your videos right in time. I'm a company reefer driver on medical leave and I'm looking for another driver position I can do less driving and make job $ -no road warriors jobs. I'll try researching more local w2, 1099 or owner opportunities. Thanks
Hello,
Im new to your channel and content. I was just wondering what’s the difference between 123 load board and DAT?
Currently I run PO with Amazon and you’re 100 % correct about it. It’s not efficient, and the rates are below average.
It's been a while since I got on 123 but dat and truckstop are the 2 biggest boards out there. A lot of the other boards like 123 and smart just resist loads from the mega carriers free sites
JB Hunt wont let me even sign up with them until 6 months… am I missing something?
No,,lol, i should have been clearer on that. Amazon will let you sign up right away. JB hunt wont. I signed up for Hunt at 3 months. They may have changed since then.
It depends on the account
Don't forget fule sure charge.
Something ive been trying to figure out, because its not mentioned anywhere for power units only, do you still need to wait the 21 days after you get the MC number before you can run it?
Convoy is ok sometimes
Uber never!
I agree. Just got to watch out for those appointment times
Wait thy pay crap till I get my own truck😂
How do you handle when you are pulling a loaded and somewhere down the road, your truck broke down? Can you give me your real example you had ran into, please. Thank you
There are breakdown services like roadmaster that are similar to AAA which can take care of finding roadside or wrecker service at a discount. Knock on wood,, I have always been able to get to a garage during trouble with the exception of tires. No matter where you are there will always be a mobile mechanic or mobile tire service willing to charge you lots of money for roadside service, lol.
I run any place
That's the best way to make money.
Unfortunately the brokers are taking the money the trucker does the work and we get cents on the dollar! Unfortunately the Government doesn’t care about the trucker and let’s companies and the BROKER all out ROB the O/O! Disgusting!!
No their not. Shipper are not that dumb they know what the market is , their not just giving brokers a bunch of money to stick in their pockets. To many trucks is the problem .
So you're no longer with f2f?
Are you talking specifically about hook & drops. It seems you are, but you haven't said anything about sitting while loading, etc.. so its a fair guess your doing hook & drops the way your talk'n, yes or no?
I've been watching DAT board off & on for a while. I use to see a number of PO hook & drops. I don't see much any more; lets use Vegas & or SLC for examples on the PO.
Thanks for the vid!
Most of power only is hook and drop. Unless you book with jb hunt, schneider etc. Their "PO" is ridiculous and inefficient. SLC is a fairly decent for po but Las Vegas sux, lol. BUT right now it sucks everywhere. It's definitely a job finding good po right now.
@@steadytrucker Thanks for the response! I'm a flatbeder w/zero work & was look'n at PO as a way to start moving again, outa Vegas area. I'm guessing everyone is, lol.
@@simpletruckerstuff9478 vegas is pretty tight for any kind of freight. I'm sure you know. Good rates going in, nothing good out. BUT I have seen some lanes that run from SLC to LA that could get you home often and make good money. Amazon, Swift etc. That run is hard on a truck though
On the power only loads after you drop the loaded trailer does the company expect you to grab an empty or can you just bobtail to your next pick up? Thanks.
Most power only is drop and hook. Unless you do a run for Schneider or JB Hunt etc. you won't have to do anything extra like hunting down empty trailers or taking an empty to backfill somewhere.
@@steadytrucker awesome so drop and bobtail to the next load. Got it. thanks for the response.
Imagine how many weeks you would last exclusively running CH Robinson. That would be a train wreck in a short time
I've heard some van drivers say the like ch Robinson but I've only done a couple po loads for them
TQL
sounds like you may need a dispatcher
No such thing as a dispatcher for what I do. I constantly have people calling offering their services but they won't work with you unless you have a 40ft trailer or 25ft box truck. I have too many boxes to check anyway.lol
@@steadytrucker thanks for your response
If you pay dispacher 3% you think you are getting good deal?
@@beverlyosorto I think it would depend on your operation and the dispatcher. 99% of dispatchers would want you to have a certain size equipment to make it easier on them. You would probably have to try them out to be sure.
@@beverlyosorto for the right dispatcher...that isn't enough
500 dollars a day only going 100 miles and plus get 75 cents a mile to dead head is a good deal!!!!! What are you talking about???
I guess you don’t value your time and yourself. If you take out your truck payments, insurance, maintenance, fuel, licenses and other miscellaneous fees and don’t forget uncle sams cut you are left with nothing not even crumbs.
the only type of jb hunt loads that pay as far as power only is their private load board. it's the exact same loads as the free 360 loadboard but they show you way more money. it's not negotiable. you login and pick the load you like. most of the loads are garbage as because the market has been down since the summer but they have freight that pays 4 or 5 dollars a mile on their board. the only thing is they take 22% away from the rate. even though they take that much you still can clear 3.50-5.00 a mile on each load. call jb hunt ask for Zach. he can sign you up on the private loadboard.
Occasionally they have recover loads that pay well also
Great video I’m working my lanes got a couple of different avenues I work and am ATTEMPTING to cultivate but you’re video seriously made me think about it differently and I know I’m being vague (that’s on purpose)thank you sir subscribed.🫡