Originally appeared in FleetOwner. For years, fleet operators have faced a persistent and worsening challenge: finding and retaining qualified technicians. What was once a concerning and ongoing labor shortage has now evolved into an operational bottleneck, especially for fleets operating across multiple locations. According to a 2025 report from the American Transportation Research […]
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Originally appeared in FleetOwner. In a recent post, I explored how rising insurance costs are putting pressure on fleet operations. That reality makes safety an even more urgent priority across the industry. Whether it’s protecting drivers on the road, keeping technicians safe in the shop, or ensuring the well-being of […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. It’s no secret that our industry continues to wrestle with persistent labor shortages. From drivers and technicians to logistics, finance, and nearly every function in between, finding and keeping qualified people has become one of the most pressing challenges businesses face today. Building a strong team […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. The diesel technician shortage isn’t just a lingering issue; it’s a full-blown crisis. As seasoned techs retire and fewer young workers enter the trade, the battle for qualified candidates has become fierce. If you’re not actively recruiting, your competitors are—and they’re targeting the same shrinking talent […]
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 […]
Originally published in FleetOwner It’s important that you have the right people in leadership positions in your company to ensure success and employee retention. Surveys have consistently shown that one of the top reasons employees leave their job is because of a bad boss. I have written before on the […]
Originally published in FleetOwner Given the current realities of business – many employees working remotely as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic – employee engagement has never been more important. Keeping employees connected to the company was hard enough when they were in the office every day. Now that many […]
Originally published in FleetOwner It is difficult to find someone who actually likes performance reviews. Almost universally, both managers and employees find them to be a waste of time and say they provide little value. A typical performance review happens once a year with both sides struggling to find things […]