Originally published in FleetOwner I was speaking to Dean Vicha, NationaLease’s president, the other day about what he sees ahead for the new year and what transportation-related issues he would like to see the new administration focus on. His first comment was, “I wish I knew what was going to […]
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Originally published in FleetOwner It is always a challenge to determine how to grow your business. Speaking at a recent NationaLease webinar, Ken Davis, board-member-at-large NationaLease board of directors, said companies need to develop a strategy, make diligent plans and identify what differentiates them from their competition if they are […]
Originally published in FleetOwner I listened to a webinar a few weeks ago put on by 15Five that asked the following question: Manager or leader — which one are you? Jeff Smith, director of 15Five’s Best-Self Academy, suggested that managers focus on controlling things while leaders cause their employees to grow; leaders inspire employees. […]
Originally published in FleetOwner As we enter the winter months, ATBS re-released an article on some of the main causes of accidents and what can be done to avoid them. The article listed seven factors that contribute to accidents. I want to comment on two of them: speeding and vehicle maintenance. […]
When hiring someone, it is not just about their skills and abilities. The new hire should also be someone who fits into the culture of the organization. Originally published in FleetOwner Under the best of circumstances, there are many ways a hiring decision can turn bad. And there isn’t a […]
Gaining a fresh perspective may be able to assist with setting priorities about which issues to tackle first and may also be able to offer solutions not yet considered.
Originally published in FleetOwner Whether you know it or not, your company has a reputation among your employees. And that is true whether you have taken time to establish your “brand” or not, according to a Hireology blog by Chelsea Verstegen. Your brand is also about how others outside your company […]
Originally posted in FleetOwner The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued a press release urging vehicle owners “to take immediate action when notified of a safety defect.” While the release was aimed at automobile owners, I think it is applicable to owners of commercial vehicles as well. According to NHTSA, […]
Originally posted in FleetOwner October marked the 17th year of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the National Cyber Security Alliance launched the initiative in 2004 to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity in our personal and business lives. With more of us working […]