Originally appeared in FleetOwner. The future of fleet and maintenance leadership is closer than you think. These managers are the glue that holds your operation together. A great manager can make the difference between retaining skilled technicians and watching them walk out the door. Fleet and maintenance managers play a […]
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Originally appeared in FleetOwner. It’s been a challenging year for many, and the holidays can make those challenges even more difficult to manage. That’s why those who take this time to give to others, to help those less fortunate have a happier holiday, set a glowing example for the rest […]
The trucking industry is no stranger to riding the regulation rollercoaster. From changing administrations to shifting public priorities, numerous factors weigh on this proverbial pendulum, causing it to swing one way and another, forcing businesses to continuously adapt to stay competitive. And though 2025 has certainly been a year […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Change is constant. And for most people, nothing spikes stress faster than uncertainty—whether it’s starting a new job, losing one, facing shifting economic conditions, or moving to a new home. In the workplace, change can be especially challenging. A CEO navigating market volatility, a fleet manager […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. “How do you measure success?” It’s a simple question—but one every business must answer with precision. Without a clear understanding of what success looks like, it’s impossible to prove value, build trust, or make data-driven decisions. At a recent NationaLease meeting, Chris Fisher, VP of operations for Miller Dedicated […]
Being agile is essential to remaining competitive in today's fast-changing trucking industry. How can fleet managers ensure their teams remains nimble?
It’s a daily alert for the industry…the ongoing and growing shortage of drivers and technicians. But companies and fleet managers know that those are far from the only positions they need to fill. One of the most impactful and important positions for any fleet is the fleet manager. Yet, as […]
Last week, I posted an IdeaXchange blog that discussed how to set effective business goals. The goal of setting goals is not to post utopian or “pie in the sky” expectations, but to set goals that are achievable. In the blog I detail the following tips: Get buy-in from company […]