Once you have finished your professional driver training and have accumulated some miles under your belt, the allure of becoming an owner-operator will undoubtedly begin to tug at your ambitions. Whether or not owning your own professional rig, or driving for a company as an employee is best for your individual situation depends in large part on your individual situation. Regardless of where you end up working as a professional driver, knowing all your options is the key to finding the perfect driving opportunity for you. While the driving skillset are the exact same for both career paths, the overall experience is vastly different.
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Professional Drivers – How to Improve Efficiency, Fuel, and Otherwise
08.10.2016
Whether you own your rig, or drive for a company, as a professional driver you’re tasked with making smart, conscious decisions that affect your efficiency: of your time, your haul, and your truck. Even the littlest changes can make large, noticeable impacts on your career. Here are a few ways to improve efficiency over the road.
Professional Driver Career Outlook [Infographic]
08.04.2016
As the economy grows and the demand for goods increases, so does the need for professional drivers. They’re the ones responsible for transporting nearly 70 percent of our nation’s freight. We depend on them to keep many areas of life moving along. Without professional drivers, the U.S. economy would find itself in serious trouble.
Time Equals Money, And Clearwater Travel Plaza Saves you Both
07.30.2016
As a professional driver, you know the value of your time, perhaps even better than some of the other professions out there. After all, the independence that comes along with being a professional driver requires a lot of responsibility too. Because wasted time isn’t company time, it’s your time. And discovering ways to make the best out of both your on- and off-duty is the key to making sure you’re getting your money’s worth out of your time.
Nelson Bros. Bakery - What's The Deal With the Fritter Bread?
07.11.2016
Dessert bread with frosting – yeah, we’re drooling too! We have a love affair with our very own Fritter Bread, baked at the Nelson Bros. Bakery. Our light, fluffy Fritter Bread is seriously swoon-worthy. Find out some fun facts below.
Clearwater Travel Plaza: Staff Series Featuring Jorge
06.28.2016
Jorge is a "straight shooter", loves Minnesota for macaroni and cheese, and is all about living life to the fullest. He's dabbled in a little bit of everything at Clearwater Travel Plaza, from maintenance, to cooking, supervising, and a lot in-between. Jorge came to America from Cuba, and is beyond grateful to be here in this country. He's been married to his wife, Tammy, for 18 years. Together they have a beautiful daughter, Bella Rose. Keep reading to learn all about Jorge.
Going Out for a Night on the Town? Hit up the Nelson Bros. Pub!
06.24.2016
Looking for a fun night out? Whether you're flying solo or meeting up with a few of your buddies, the Nelson Bros. Pub is the perfect place to gather. It’s hopping with fun, excitement, and a whole lot of laughter. Read on for all the reasons why it should be your next hangout location.
