A conversational podcast about news, events and current topics for Averitt Truckload associates.
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Christian Infertility support and encouragement from Sarah's Laughter. We interview people that "get" infertility, including those who walk through it and those who walk alongside them.
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The battle of Hartsville has been called by many the "Most successfully executed Calvary raid of the war between the states". While the number of troops engaged in this battle was comparatively small, the Confederate victory was so complete and decisive in military tactic that news of the battle was reported across the country by nearly 70 newspapers. In fact, the Battle of Hartsville attracted the attention of President Abraham Lincoln, who sent a telegram to the commanding senior general s ...
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The kids of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital have a special place in the heart of Laredo Truckload driver Gerry Palacios. Not only is he a member of Averitt Cares for Kids, our associate-driven charitable organization that supports the good works fo St. Jude, but he is also making a significant impact by using his Red Thinkin' Rewards points i…
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3...2...1... BLASTOFF! It's time to launch into Benefits Enrollment for 2026! And this year, we're introducing new offerings from Colonial Life that include generally lower costs and enhanced coverage. Benefits Manager Marsha Brock joins host David Broyles on this edition of From the Driver's Seat.
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It's Driver Appreciation Week, and we're kicking things off with a conversation with Vice President of Operations Larry Mason. We appreciate our drivers all year round, and this week gives us the opportunity to slow down and thank our entire team for everything they do.
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Investing In People, Infrastructure and Technology
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Despite the states of the economy and freight market, our team has performed well and has continued to focus on controlling what we can control. President and COO Barry Blakely joins host David Broyles to give a mid-year update and set goals for the rest of 2025 and beyond.
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For the last 12 years, our Driver Development Centers have helped shape our culture of safety. From backing to turning to pre-trips and everything in between, Gary Craighead and the other instructors have taken pride in developing one of the safest driving groups in the industry. Gary and Director of Safety and Compliance Jason Bolton join David Br…
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Get a quality check on your health with our annual health screenings! Many of our locations are hosting on-site screenings, including Saturdays for our over the road drivers. Health screenings are free for all associates and for spouses who are enrolled in our benefits. Marsha Brock with our Benefits team joins host David Broyles to share even more…
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Our On Tour Logistics team is growing, and we're looking for elite drivers to join this exciting career path! With a guaranteed salary when touring, extended runs that include intermittent home time, and a team that sets you up for success, OTL might be the right choice for you! Scott Ulmer of our OTL operations leadership steps into the studio to …
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When we say "Our Driving Force Is People," we mean it. That's why we're excited to announce a compensation increase for our Truckload drivers! This nearly 7% increase is one of the most aggressive pay adjustments we've made, and it's because of our associates' commitment to delivering outstanding service and driving safely that we can make this inv…
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The relationships our associates build with each other help make us a better team. Truckload driver Joe Ramsey is a strong believer in that, and he shares this and other thoughts -- including how he keeps his truck clean -- with Brian Dudney from our Truckload leadership and host David Broyles on this episode of the From The Driver's Seat podcast.…
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Our drivers represent our customers to THEIR customers, so it's important for our team to look the part every day. And according to Truckload driver Chad Osborne, uniformity goes beyond our uniform program -- it's our attitude and the cleanliness of our equipment, too! Chad and his fleet manager, Craig Elliott, join guest host Jeff Auberson to talk…
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Endless Possibilities With Red Thinkin' Rewards
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Our associates are cashing in Red Thinkin' Rewards points for cruise vacations, sporting goods, household appliances and just about anything they can imagine! This points-based program rewards our teammates for doing what they do every day: being safe, making referrals, achieving operational goals and more! Host David Broyles is joined by Dusty Bar…
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There are exciting things coming for our uniform program! Host David Broyles is joined by Alice Crabtree and Dayna Pierce with our Branding and Engagement team to provide an update about a new uniform provider, enhanced customer service, and a new website that makes ordering uniforms easier than ever.…
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One of the best ways we develop deeper relationships with our customers is by providing outstanding service. And our Dedicated Region 3 leadership group knows that our drivers are key to that. Grant Roberts, Brock Wheeler and David Miller join host David Broyles and share their thoughts on why our drivers make such a big difference.…
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When you're trying to move as many miles as you can during the week, it's important to plan properly so you can keep the wheels moving and stay safe. Veteran drivers William Watson and Mike Hornback join host David Broyles to provide some tips on how to get the most out of their driving clock.
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The severe winter weather that hit the South in the middle of January created scenarios that led to delays and even roadways being shut down. Can a driver use Personal Conveyance (PC) even when they're out of driving hours? Jason Bolton of our safety and compliance leadership joins host David Broyles in the studio to talk about this kind of situati…
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It's Important to Build a Relationship With Your Fleet Manager
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One of the keys to our team's success is communication. And that's extremely important to the relationships between our fleet managers and Truckload drivers. Podcast host David Broyles is joined by fleet manager Myla Hogue and Gadsden driver Thomas Byrnes to talk about their communications styles and how they well work together.…
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Communication is one of the keys to our team's success, and that includes receiving feedback from our drivers. That's why we're proud to announce a new partnership with PDA, one of the leading agencies in the transportation industry when it comes to driver feedback. Scott Dismuke with PDA recently joined host David Broyles on the From the Driver's …
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Uniformity is the topic of our newest From The Driver's Seat Podcast, as host Jeff Auberson is joined by Alice Crabtree and Dayna Pierce of our Marketing & Communications team to talk about professionalism, how to use your allotment, and some outstanding incentives to place your order now!
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Merry Christmas And Happy Holidays From Gary Sasser
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It's the holiday season, and we have a couple of special guests who want to share holiday well-wishes with our team. Barry Blakely and Gary Sasser join David Broyles on the podcast for our Christmas episode!
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Our Dedicated team is a special group that is always looking for ways to "build a better mousetrap." And that leads to growth and opportunities for our associates to grow in their careers. Check out the latest in this series focusing on our Dedicated service as host David Broyles is joined by Steve Anderson, Thomas Damron and Todd Brooks of our Ded…
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Things get shaken up a bit as Jeff Auberson with our Driver Services leadership steps behind the mic to host this episode of From The Driver's Seat! He's joined by Greensboro Truckload driver Paul Blackburn and fleet manager Sharon Eldridge as they talk about the importance of honesty and good communication.…
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With Veterans Day coming up, we invited one of the many U.S. veterans we have on our team to join host David Broyles (who is also a veteran) on the podcast. Truckload driver Mike Hornback served in the U.S. Air Force and joined our team after seeing many similarities between the military and our culture.…
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We're continuing our series highlighting our Dedicated regional leadership, this time with director of operations Clint Eden and senior operations managers Brett Sloan and John David Walton. They share their various experiences with our team and home in on what's important: listening to what drivers want.…
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Knock Benefits Enrollment Out Of The Park!
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It's time for Annual Benefits Enrollment! Get the scoop on what's new and how you can earn Red Thinkin' Rewards points when host David Broyles is joined by guests Marsha Brock and Emily Cloyd from our Benefits leadership. Give it a listen, and don't forget to enroll in benefits!
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