This week on the Oakley Podcast, hosts Jeremy Kellett and Megan Cummings welcome owner-operator Rowdy Gibbs to share his story of transitioning from the car business to trucking, highlighting the importance of passion, financial responsibility, and a supportive work environment in the trucking industry. The discussion covers Rowdy’s background, practical advice for new drivers on managing money and work-life balance, the evolving public perception of truckers, and the role of good training and company culture. Key takeaways include prioritizing savings, loving your work, the value of strong industry relationships for long-term success, and so much more. 

Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Welcome to Today’s Episode with Rowdy (0:23 )
• Megan Returns and Truck Market Chat (3:01 )
• Holiday Decor and Family Catch-Up (4:07 )
• Rowdy Gibbs Joins the Conversation (5:08 )
• Rowdy’s Family and Background in Trucking (7:20 )
• Transition From Car Business to Trucking (10:59 )
• Getting Started at Oakley and First Truck Challenges (15:37 )
• Buying a New Truck and the Inspection Hurdle (17:43 )
• Swapping Divisions and Life as an Owner Operator (20:52 )
• Rowdy’s Approach to Managing Money and Success Tips (24:50 )
• Using Percentages and Spreadsheets for Finances (27:05 )
• The Influence of Car Sales Experience on Trucking (29:18 )
• Public Perception of Truck Drivers (33:02 )
• Improving the Trucking Industry with Better Training (39:08 )
• Future Plans for Rowdy and Family (41:16 )
• Final Thoughts on Attitude, Career, and Community (45:18 )

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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