Truck N' Hustle

Partner with R.A.S https://partners.trucknhustle.com/drive/ras?fbclid=PAVERFWAVX0PJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAmZkaWQWURn6Wz22wcCtE3QkhcjdSGRDI2Yfl3NydGMGYXBwX2lkDzEyNDAyNDU3NDI4NzQxNAABpy36b_2Kye0OVPkdbjRp8LAce3C9xCVg3pZiEciDolgVRVfFrC1EXCLvIwJF_aem_5XxS462ODc4raGBvMMg2ag In this episode, recorded on the road in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, Rahmel sits down with Alex Gobel, VP of On-Demand Delivery at RAS Logistics, to talk about the job opportunity behind the headlines. RAS Logistics is hiring about 100 drivers over the next four to five months across appliance installation teams, flatbed, and cargo van work. Alex breaks down the three ways in: two-person box truck teams for appliance delivery and installation, power-unit-only flatbed where RAS supplies the trailer, and cargo van on-demand work with the lowest cost to enter. You will learn: - Why RAS says it wants partners, not just bodies, and how that differs from the $1,000 signup scams hitting drivers - The pay math on Perth Amboy local flatbed routes: $700 a day base plus $50 or more a day in fuel surcharge, 5 to 10 stops, under 100 miles - What it actually costs to run as an independent contractor, from insurance to helper costs, and why a cargo van is the cheapest way in - Where the seats are, from Perth Amboy and upstate New York to Wisconsin, Ohio, Texas, and Florida - What RAS looks for in a driver, and why will beats skill If you have a 26-foot box truck, a power unit you want to put to work, or a cargo van, RAS wants to hear from you. Learn more here: tnh Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/truck-n-hustle923/exclusive-content

The truck parking shortage in America is creating major opportunities for entrepreneurs, investors, and real estate developers. In this episode of Truck N’ Hustle, we sit down with Venu Kolli, Founder & CEO of Park Nation and SpotOS, to break down the business of truck parking—from purchasing land and securing zoning approvals to developing and operating large-scale truck parking facilities. Venu shares his firsthand experience developing truck parking properties, including a 14-acre facility, and explains the real costs, challenges, and opportunities involved. What makes this conversation unique? Venu isn’t afraid of competition. He’s willing to share the entire playbook! 🔥 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: ✅ How to start a truck parking business from scratch ✅ How to find and acquire land for truck parking ✅ Navigating zoning, permits, and local government approvals ✅ The costs of developing a 14-acre truck parking facility ✅ Land preparation, paving, utilities, and infrastructure ✅ How to maximize parking capacity and organize spaces ✅ Truck parking pricing, revenue models, and profitability ✅ How to market your truck parking facility and attract drivers ✅ How AI and automation are transforming truck parking management ✅ How SpotOS and Best Truck Parking help operators manage and monetize parking facilities ✅ Advice for entrepreneurs and investors entering the truck parking industry Whether you’re a trucking entrepreneur looking to diversify, a real estate investor searching for opportunities, or someone interested in building a truck parking business, this episode delivers valuable insights from an operator actively building in the industry. 🎙️ SPECIAL GUEST VENU KOLLI Founder & CEO | Park Nation & SpotOS 🌐 Best Truck Parking: https://besttruckparking.com/ 🌐 SpotOS: https://spotos.ai/ 🚀 JOIN THE TRUCK N’ HUSTLE COMMUNITY Get exclusive access to member-only content, business insights, and additional perks by becoming a Truck N’ Hustle channel member. 👉 BECOME A MEMBER: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1wBbajkdji5hoQJLPLTwVg/join ABOUT TRUCK N’ HUSTLE Truck N’ Hustle brings you conversations with top transportation entrepreneurs from every vertical of the industry. We explore the businesses, strategies, challenges, and opportunities shaping trucking, logistics, transportation, and the global supply chain. SUBSCRIBE for more interviews, business breakdowns, and entrepreneurial insights. 🔎 TOPICS COVERED Truck Parking Business | Truck Parking Shortage | How to Start a Truck Parking Lot | Truck Parking Investment | Commercial Real Estate | Truck Parking Development | Truck Parking Revenue | Truck Parking Technology | SpotOS | Best Truck Parking | AI in Truck Parking | Trucking Entrepreneurship #TruckNHustle #TruckParking #TruckingBusiness #TruckParkingBusiness #Logistics tnh Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/truck-n-hustle923/exclusive-content

🚨 DOWNLOAD THE WEIGH MY TRUCK APP HERE!!! 🚨 https://catscale.com/cat-scale-apps/ In this episode, Rahmel sits down with Founder and CEO of Frontline Capital, Tim Ardam. They explore the evolving factoring landscape for trucking, highlighting the challenges carriers face leaving traditional factors, non-recourse protections, and hidden fees. Tim discusses Frontline Capital’s approach, contract traps to avoid, and the importance of transparent fees, human oversight, and strong account management in choosing a factoring partner. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO: https://www.frontlinecapital.com/application-trucknhustle #Factoring #Contracts #Fraud Prevention #invoicing __________ SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR GUEST: TIMOTHY ARDAM, FOUNDER & CEO OF FRONTLINE CAPITAL https://www.instagram.com/timardam/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-ardam-b9006360 https://www.frontlinecapital.com ___________ 00:00:00 - 00:01:19 Navigating Agreements and Hidden Fees in Trucking 00:01:19 - 00:02:54 Frontline Capital's Origin and Mission 00:02:54 - 00:05:30 Navigating the Changing Landscape of the Trucking Industry 00:05:30 - 00:09:21 Navigating Challenges and Niche Markets 00:09:21 - 00:13:19 Starting a Factoring Company 00:13:19 - 00:17:12 Understanding Factoring and Non-Recourse Factoring 00:17:12 - 00:21:23 Non-Recourse Factoring Explained 00:21:23 - 00:23:14 Assessing Carrier Creditworthiness and Risk 00:23:14 - 00:26:27 Understanding Factoring Agreements 00:26:27 - 00:30:36 Understanding and Avoiding Trucking Contract Traps 00:30:36 - 00:37:16 Fair Pricing and Hidden Fees in Factoring Services 00:37:16 - 00:41:11 Understanding Factoring Company Rates and When to Use Them 00:41:11 - 00:46:23 Human Touch vs. AI in Fraud Detection and Industry Automation 00:46:23 - 00:55:05 Navigating Factoring Contracts 00:55:05 - 00:59:48 Onboarding Process and Community tnh Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/truck-n-hustle923/exclusive-content

🚨 DOWNLOAD THE WEIGH MY TRUCK APP HERE!!! 🚨 https://catscale.com/cat-scale-apps/ Saadiq Ali shares his entrepreneurial journey from selling candy in high school to establishing successful government contracting businesses, including Drive Forward Academy and Trace Coalition Global. His ventures focus on workforce development and relocation services, emphasizing community needs, financial literacy, and the importance of adaptability in business. #Entrepreneurship #GovernmentContracts #WorkforceDevelopment #FinancialLiteracy #CommunityImpact __________ SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR GUEST: SADDIQ ALI, FOUNDER & CEO OF DRIVE FORWARD ACADEMY AND TRACE COALITION GLOBAL https://www.instagram.com/saddiq.al/ https://www.facebook.com/Saddiqalee/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/saddiqali https://driveforwardacademy.com/ https://tracecoalition.com/ ___________ 00:00:00 - 00:01:20 From Hustle to Empire: Building a Government Contracting Business 00:01:20 - 00:03:37 Introduction to Sadiq Ali's Businesses 00:03:37 - 00:06:33 Early Life and Entrepreneurial Roots 00:06:33 - 00:10:03 From Candy Sales to Entrepreneurship 00:10:03 - 00:15:10 From Criminology to Entrepreneurship 00:15:10 - 00:20:00 From Law Enforcement to Entrepreneurship 00:20:00 - 00:24:49 Opening a Gym During the Pandemic 00:24:49 - 00:25:57 Starting the Journey in Transportation 00:25:57 - 00:27:03 The First Dump Truck and CDL Journey 00:27:03 - 00:28:37 Overcoming CDL Permit Test Challenges 00:28:37 - 00:29:48 Overcoming CDL Test Challenges 00:29:48 - 00:32:47 The Grind of the Dump Truck Business 00:32:47 - 00:36:28 Starting Over and Reinvesting 00:36:28 - 00:39:29 From Dump Trucks to Service-Based Business 00:39:29 - 00:41:03 The Genesis of Trace Coalition Global 00:41:03 - 00:43:20 The Genesis of Drive Forward Academy 00:43:20 - 00:46:41 Business Structure and Growth 00:46:41 - 00:50:42 Building Drive Forward Academy 00:50:42 - 00:55:29 The Importance of Being in the Room 00:55:29 - 01:01:27 Building Trust and Scaling Operations 01:01:27 - 01:08:00 Business Operations and Challenges 01:08:00 - 01:24:10 Scaling and Future Vision 01:24:10 - 01:26:00 Truck N Hustle Community and Memberships tnh Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/truck-n-hustle923/exclusive-content

🚨 DOWNLOAD THE WEIGH MY TRUCK APP HERE!!! 🚨 https://catscale.com/cat-scale-apps/ Matthew Taylor aka Green Goblin 389, a 32-year-old trucker reflects on his journey from basketball to trucking, sharing the challenges of becoming an owner-operator, including financial struggles and safety concerns. He emphasizes the importance of professionalism and personal growth in the industry while navigating the complexities of starting fresh in Texas and pursuing heavy haul work. #OwnerOperator #TruckingJourney #HeavyHaul #ProfessionalismInTrucking #TruckingCulture __________ SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR GUEST: MATTHEW TAYLOR AKA THE GREEN GOBLIN OF CUATRO T https://www.instagram.com/green_goblin389  youtube.com/Green_Goblin389  https://greengoblin389.com/ __________ 00:00:00 - 00:01:09 The Trucker's Early Life and Business Realities 00:01:09 - 00:05:18 The Green Goblin's Viral Video and How It Led to a Collaboration 00:05:18 - 00:08:08 The Evolution of Trucking Culture 00:08:08 - 00:13:07 The Changing Culture of Trucking 00:13:07 - 00:16:00 Professionalism and Personal Comfort in Trucking 00:16:00 - 00:22:36 From Hoops to Hauls: A Trucker's Journey 00:22:36 - 00:26:09 The Responsibility of Truck Drivers 00:26:09 - 00:28:25 Transitioning to Dump Trucking and Industry Challenges 00:28:25 - 00:29:48 Transitioning to Owner-Operator 00:29:48 - 00:33:52 The High Cost of a New Dump Truck and Its Impact on Profitability 00:33:52 - 00:37:12 The Challenges of Being a Solo Owner-Operator 00:37:12 - 00:41:06 The Decision to Sell the Truck 00:41:06 - 00:44:47 Starting Over in Texas 00:44:47 - 00:48:55 Starting Over in Texas 00:48:55 - 00:54:58 A Life-Changing Job Offer 00:54:58 - 00:58:24 Imaginary Helpers 00:58:24 - 01:02:43 The Dangers of Heavy Haul and Exploitation 01:02:43 - 01:06:24 The Last Straw 01:06:24 - 01:10:00 The Worst Job and the Allure of Heavy Haul 01:10:00 - 01:16:45 Finding the Right Trucking Company 01:16:45 - 01:24:47 The Journey of a Trucker: From Driver to Heavy Hauler 01:24:47 - 01:30:20 Final Thoughts and Community Engagement tnh Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/truck-n-hustle923/exclusive-content