Taking the Hire Road is a podcast dedicated to providing tips to help manage the driver recruiting process while addressing the ongoing challenges related to the driver shortage and driver retention. Hosted by Jeremy Reymer, Founder and CEO of DriverReach, this bimonthly podcast shines a light on the challenges that carriers are facing and aims to help companies hire quality drivers with greater efficiency.
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How to THRIVE with Mindset and Connection
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25:33In this episode, host Jeremy Reymer sits down with Dr. Gina Anderson, Co-Founder and CEO of Luma Learning, to talk about personal growth, mental health, and the role of meaningful learning in the trucking industry.Dr. Gina shares how Luma goes beyond delivering content to build human connection and measurable change through immersive training progr…
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Small, Simple Changes for Drivers with Mother Trucker Yoga
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27:21In this episode, host Jeremy Reymer is joined by Hope Zvara, CEO of Mother Trucker Yoga, to talk about what it really takes for drivers to take control of their health without stepping away from the job. They discuss the reasons traditional wellness programs struggle to connect with drivers, how shame and overwhelm keep people from starting, and wh…
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How a Family-First Culture Leads to an Elite Fleet
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21:31In this episode, host Jeremy Reymer is joined by Shelley Dellinger, Vice President of Recruiting and Marketing at Cargo Transporters, to discuss the challenges of driver recruitment and retention in the trucking industry. They explore how staying engaged in the industry and supporting drivers’ well-being leads to better retention. Shelley also shar…
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In this episode, host Jeremy Reymer sits down with Jessica (Paugh) Warnke, CEO of Carter Express and Chair of the Indiana Motor Truck Association, to discuss leadership, innovation, and the realities of balancing work and family in trucking. Jessica shares how growing up in a trucking family shaped her career and the mindset that drives Carter Expr…
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Wellness That Works for Drivers’ Lifestyles
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27:41In this episode, host Jeremy Reymer welcomes Dr. Mark Manera, Founder and CEO of Offshift, to discuss the health challenges truck drivers face and the small, sustainable changes that can make a big difference.They talk about why traditional wellness programs fail drivers, the impact of long hours and limited healthy options, and how small shifts in…
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In this episode, host Jeremy Reymer sits down with Mats Holmbäck, Co-founder and CEO of Lanefinder, to explore how AI is transforming driver recruiting in the trucking industry. They break down the inefficiencies in traditional hiring—repetitive recruiter conversations, outdated job-matching methods—and how AI-driven solutions like Lanefinder Conne…
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In this episode, host Jeremy Reymer welcomes Gurdon Blackwell, Chief Revenue Officer at Asurint, to explore the evolving landscape of background screening in the trucking industry. They discuss the growing challenges of risk mitigation, the impact of nuclear verdicts, and why a thorough, well-executed background check is more than just a compliance…
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The Power of Messaging, Customer Advocacy, and Building Trust in Trucking
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29:00In this episode, host Jeremy Reymer sits down with Trey Griggs, Founder and CEO of BETA Consulting Group and Director of Operations for the Broker Carrier Summit. They discuss the critical role of messaging in sales and marketing, the power of customer advocacy, and how startups can build a strong foundation for growth. Trey also shares insights on…
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In this episode, host Jeremy Reymer shares a major update about the show’s new home and its next phase of growth. While the mission remains the same (tackling industry challenges, sharing insights, and celebrating the people who make trucking thrive), the format is evolving. Expect biweekly episodes, more discussions on leadership and personal grow…
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Re-release | Empowering Drivers and Staff Alike with Tracy Rushing
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29:15On this episode of Taking the Higher Road, we're revisiting a standout conversation with Tracy Rushing, Executive Director of Safety and Recruiting at RE Garrison, and a 2024 Influential Woman in Trucking. Originally aired as an insightful look into driver recruiting, retention, and wellness, this episode highlights Tracy’s mission to create a dest…
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Re-release | Trucking’s Epidemic: PROJECT 61 with Jeremy Reymer
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15:41On this episode of Taking the Hire Road, we’re revisiting a standout conversation featuring Jeremy Reymer, founder of DriverReach and the passion project Project 61. Originally aired as an inspiring call to action for the trucking industry, this episode sheds light on the alarming statistic of a 61-year life expectancy for CDL drivers and Jeremy's …
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Re-release | Embrace the Suck: Navigating the Trucking Industry with Karen Smerchek
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31:50On this episode of Taking the Hire Road, we’re revisiting a favorite episode featuring Karen Smerchek, President of Veriha Trucking and the next Chair of the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA). Originally aired during a critical moment in the industry, this conversation highlights Karen’s story of leading a family business, the legacy of trucking…
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Challenges and Life Changes of a Professional CDL Driver with Shaun Lezer
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24:22Shaun Lezer, Professional CDL driver of over a decade, joins Jeremy Reymer, founder of DriverReach and PROJECT 61, to discuss the challenges drivers face while delivering the nation’s good - especially physical and mental health. Shaun shares what motivated him to make some critical decisions to improve his health, and discusses the importance of t…
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Alvys Paves the Way to Improved Efficiency and Utilization
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28:33Nick Darman, Founder & CEO of Alvys, joins Jeremy Reymer, founder of DriverReach and PROJECT 61, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey into trucking, from starting a trucking company to creating Alvys, a world-class transportation management system (TMS) to help fleets maximize efficiency and utilization. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! Dri…
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‘A Journey To Explore’: How J.B. Hunt Integrates Drivers’ Experience And Safety Tech With Keen Eyes On The Future
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25:11This week guest host Leah Shaver, President & CEO of The National Transportation Institute, chats with Josh Hankins, senior vice president of safety, security, and driver personnel at J.B. Hunt. Josh is one of the leaders behind the innovation and implementation of technologies and programs at one of the most forward-looking companies in America. A…
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The Mindset And Focus Of The 2024 Influential Woman In Trucking: Tracy Rushing
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29:27Tracy Rushing, Executive Director of Safety and Recruiting with R.E. Garrison, and recipient of the Influential Woman in Trucking Award, joins Jeremy Reymer, founder of DriverReach and PROJECT 61, to discuss the importance of having the right mindset when it comes to recruiting, how best to leverage technology, and how being a human first is what s…
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Modernizing the Trucking Industry: Let Your Reputation Speak for Itself
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38:14The trucking industry faces a rapid push in technology and innovation, moving the industry from decades-old processes and systems into the current era. It is more important than ever for carriers and logistics companies to determine how they will modernize, or risk being forgotten. DDC FPO’s Vice President of Marketing & Communications, Global, Mad…
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Keeping Truckers in the Truck, and Trucks on the Road with TruckSuite
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25:34Keith Whann, Chief Technology Officer of TruckSuite, joins Jeremy Reymer, founder of DriverReach and PROJECT 61, to discuss how TruckSuite continues to evolve in bringing technology solutions to address drivers’ greatest needs. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! DriverReach (https://www.driverreach.com) Project 61 (https://project-61.org/) Lane…
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Comfortable In The Culture You’re In’: Where Safety, Recruiting, And Retention Intersect
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34:26Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! DriverReach (https://www.driverreach.com) Project 61 (https://project-61.org/) Lanefinder (https://www.lanefinder.com/) The National Transportation Institute (https://driverwages.com/) Career Now Brands (https://careernowbrands.com/) Rockerbox (https://www.rockerbox.com/) Appcast (https://www.appcast.io/) Asur…
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Outstanding Commitment = Standing Out With Stormie Janzen
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24:34Stormie Janzen, Vice President, Safety and Recruiting at Total Transportation of Mississippi, joins Jeremy Reymer, founder of DriverReach and PROJECT 61, to discuss the importance of being involved and engaged in the industry, how the industry comes together and responds to natural disasters, and her company’s dedication to being a top place for wo…
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Helping Drivers Make Better Decisions With Truck Driver’s Best
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34:02Joe Anderson, Director of Recruiting, and Caleb Gee, Senior Driver Hiring Manager - both for Nussbaum Transportation and co-founders of Truck Driver’s Best, join Jeremy Reymer, founder of DriverReach and PROJECT 61, to discuss their effort to provide a service for drivers that’s sorely needed. Drivers can leverage Truck Driver’s Best to aid with ca…
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Driving Recruiting And Retention Through Internal Marketing, Communications, And Employee Engagement
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25:35Tune in for the latest episode as Jeremy Reymer is joined by Lisa M. Battaglia, Founder and President of Battaglia Communications as she shares her insights on the importance of the development and execution of an internal marketing and communications strategy to drives employee engagement, retention, and safety. Special thanks to the show’s sponso…
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Age Of Engagement: Using Meaningful Conversations To Propel Recruiting And Retention Success
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27:22There’s no way around it: Change is hard. Not just managing and navigating change in the myriad of ways it flies at us, but also actively trying to promote change within our organizations to propel success in the areas we seek. Enter — Spark Change Labs. Founded by two long-time trucking and supply chain pros, Spark Change Labs seeks ways to tackle…
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Connecting through Relationships with Ed Burns
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30:13Ed Burns, CEO of Burns Logistics, joins Jeremy Reymer, founder of DriverReach and PROJECT 61, to discuss the importance of building meaningful relationships and being a connector in the trucking industry in order to help solve problems. Ed also shares about the evolution of Burns Logistics, the company he leads with his father. Special thanks to th…
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Trucking’s Epidemic: PROJECT 61 with Jeremy Reymer
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15:59Jeremy Reymer, founder of PROJECT 61, joins Jeremy Reymer (yes, you read that right!), founder of DriverReach, to discuss his passion for addressing the epidemic gripping the trucking industry: the fact that the average life expectancy of a CDL driver is 61 years old. Jeremy shares the importance of creating awareness, and educating all stakeholder…
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