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 […]
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Originally published in FleetOwner We know it is coming every year, and yet we never seem to be fully prepared for it. Of course, I am talking about the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) International Roadcheck. A 72-hour safety blitz that in 2021 will take place from May 4 to 6 throughout […]
Originally published in FleetOwner There are a lot of elements that go into making a business successful. It requires having the right products and services at the right price and the ability to get them to customers where and when they need them. But beyond that, customers are looking for […]
Originally published in FleetOwner You’re doing a good job not only scheduling preventive maintenance service for your vehicles but making sure those trucks actually get into the shop each time a PM service is needed, meaning your PM compliance is high. Good for you; that is only the first step […]
Originally published in FleetOwner Here are some interesting statistics gathered from a variety of sources including the U.S. Census Bureau, Pew Research Center and Brookings Institute: Millennials are the largest adult generation in the US. Gen Z is the best educated and most diverse generation in the US. By 2030 […]
Originally published in FleetOwner It can be difficult to get to really know a job candidate if you stick to the tried and true job interview questions that ask about their previous work experience and their educational background. Today in hiring, it is about finding someone who is a good fit […]
Originally published in FleetOwner A new year is always a good time to start fresh. I was reminded of that the other day as I was reading a blog by Chelsea Verstegen, content strategist at Hireology. She suggested starting the 2021 by reviewing your onboarding process to get new employees […]
It has been interesting to read the reports of all the partnerships, joint ventures, and other agreements taking place between companies surrounding the development of both electric trucks and autonomous trucks. Companies are realizing the value of sharing knowledge and expertise to move the development of these new technologies forward […]
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 […]