208: The Road Back Home: Aaron's Story of Theft, Leaving Oakley, and The Return Home

This week on the Oakley Podcast, host Jeremy Kellett chats with Aaron Magray, one of our Owner/Operators at Oakley Trucking. During the episode, Aaron shares his journey of leaving Oakley Trucking to haul heavy equipment, only to return after facing financial challenges. He discusses the difficulties of getting loads, high expenses, and the realization that the new venture was not profitable. Aaron also recounts the emotional and practical aftermath of having his truck stolen, offering advice to fellow truckers. Jeremy and Aaron have a candid conversation about his experiences, emphasizing the importance of informed decision-making in the trucking industry and so much more. Don’t miss this episode!
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
Aaron's background and journey back to Oakley (2:05)
Aaron's experience with a different venture (7:17)
The decision to return to Oakley (17:27)
Aaron’s truck getting stolen (19:31)
Insurance lesson and returning to work (22:17)
Lessons learned (25:10)
Final thoughts and takeaways (26:10)
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[@Moving_Violation]

Great story, thanks for bringing an honest perspective on this trucking thing, very informative.

[@Perry607]

Aaron is a good guy. It was an honor to attend orientation with him and the other drivers. I can't say enough good things about Bruce Oakley Trucking. They are who they say they are. If you're an owner/operator or want to become one - you need to put it in the wind my friend. Before you know it, you'll ask yourself "Why didn't I lease on here sooner?"
Because I have asked myself that.
Y'all be safe out there.

[@OakleyTruckingInc]

Thanks Perry! Hope things are going good for you out there.

[@aaronmagray4047]

Thanks Perry. The honor was mine my friend