Trucking Without a Truck (eBook)

The trucking industry generates billions of dollars in revenue on an annual basis. It's currently worth almost $800 billion and survived the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 while generating approximately $747 billion. There are 8+ million people employed by the trucking industry and truck drivers make more than the average American household. On average, a truck driver drives 100k miles per year.Why does any of this matter?While there is a significant shortage of truck drivers, the industry is expected to experience continued growth and this will impact our economy in a great way. As a dispatcher, we have the opportunity to assist with driving the economy forward by connecting motor carriers with great opportunities. Our impact on the economy is derived from our ability to build a network within the trucking industry. Our network consists of brokers, shippers, and carriers. The opportunities for a dispatcher, in an industry that moves 70% of all goods in the U.S., are endless. This industry will never disappear.Dispatching does NOT require:-a college degree.-an office setting.-a supervisor or boss.-a full 8 hour work day.Dispatching does require:-commitment to clients and patience with the process.-great communication and attention to detail.-the ability to multi-task.This guide outlines detailed steps to get your dispatching business off the ground within the next 90 days or less. At the end of this guide, you should be able to dispatch on a beautiful Caribbean island while sipping margaritas. I'll see you on the beaches of the world.