The U.S. immigration crackdown is about to cripple the supply chain. This week on Sense Per Mile, we break down the logistics: fewer essential immigrant workers means the driver shortage will explode. This forces desperate carriers to rush hiring, drives up operating costs, and will drastically increase insurance rates. We expose the policy domino effect and what this means for every paycheck, every company's bottom line, and the stability of freight across the nation.Powered by CDLLifeSponsors:Tenstreet Mesilla Valley TransportationGuestsMerryl Gerhardt, American Trucking GroupSage Blues, Jel Agency

 This week on Sense Per Mile, we tackle the single most dangerous financial question in trucking: Are you a legal W-2 employee or a true 1099 owner-operator? We expose the "control test," the hidden tax bombs of self-employment, and the brutal audits that crush carriers and drivers when a company uses 1099s to mask a full-time employee. Stop getting screwed—we break down the legal line you can't cross and show you who is really driving your truck and controlling your cash flow. Get the facts before the IRS comes knocking.Powered by CDLLifeSponsors:TenstreetTAFS, incGuests:Daren Fristoe, CDLLife

Is your trucking company bleeding drivers? It's not the pay, it's the toxic leadership. This episode of Sense Per Mile exposes the silent reason for sky-high turnover: bad bosses, micromanagement, and zero respect. We show you how toxic leaders are sabotaging retention and what you (or your company) MUST do right now to keep your best drivers. Don't let a bad boss ruin your career.Powered by CDLLIFESponsor:TenstreetGuest:Robert Pierson, Mesilla Valley Transportation 

Forget what you think you know. Transportation compliance isn't just paperwork; it's a minefield. Laws change overnight, penalties crush businesses, and one wrong move can cost you everything. This episode of Sense Per Mile rips into the brutal reality of ever-changing regulations. We expose the hidden dangers, reveal the ultimate strategies to stay compliant, and show you exactly how to navigate it.Powered by CDLLifeSponsor:TenstreetGuests:Rob Carpenter, Truck Safe ConsultingSam Watts, WatchmenDale Prax, FreightValidate

In this episode, we ask a broker anything and then bring in a carrier and former driver to weigh in. Are brokers essential connectors, or just middlemen taking too much off the top? We dig into whether they’re really the bad guys, or if the truth is more complicated.Powered by CDLLifeSponsors:TenstreetTAFS, IncGuests:Andrew Hendry, TenstreetPedro Petersen, the Logistics LoungeBrian Helton, Mercer TransportationLewie Pugh, OOIDA

That shiny new tech you're drooling over? It could be the bullet with your company's name on it. This isn't about innovation; it's about survival. Many businesses are blindly throwing money at the latest gadgets and software, not realizing they're digging their own graves.Powered by CDLLifeSponsors:TenstreetMesilla Valley TransportGuests:Nate Johnson, GLCS

Cost per hire is one of the most common recruiting metrics, but is it a good one? In this video, we'll break down the pros and cons of focusing on cost per hire and reveal why a low CPH could actually be a sign of a failing recruitment strategy.PLUS: A big announcement about your next chance to see us in person!Powered by CDLLifeSponsors:tenstreetGuests:Kevin Hall, CEO, CDLLife

The trucking market is brutal, and every carrier is facing an impossible choice: Do you chase growth and expand your empire, or do you batten down the hatches and protect your hard-earned margins at all costs? In this no-holds-barred episode of Sense Per Mile, we're dissecting the ultimate strategic dilemma for trucking companies navigating a rough market. We'll dive into the risks and rewards of aggressive expansion versus conservative financial protection, examining real-world scenarios and offering expert insights on how to make the right call for your business. Don't make a costly mistake! Tune in before you make your next big move!Powered by CDLLifeSponsors:tenstreetTAFS

The trucking industry has been through a whirlwind, and the constant stress is taking its toll. In this special episode, we're putting the news and drama aside to do a simple but crucial check-in. We've gathered some of our most trusted friends and industry experts from different areas of transportation to ask them a single question: Are you okay? This is a raw, honest conversation about how they're holding up, the personal toll of all the challenges, and what they're doing to stay on top. Join us for an episode about empathy, resilience, and the human side truckingPowered By CDLLIFE Guests:Tim Crawford, TenstreetRobert Pierson, Mesilla Valley TransportGeorge McWilliams, TAFS

The trucking industry's recruiting nightmare just got a whole lot worse. In this explosive episode of Sense Per Mile, we're exposing a shocking new trend where some employers are now charging carriers to respond to legally required employment verifications. This predatory practice is nothing short of extortion, holding up the hiring process and adding another crippling tax on companies already struggling with the driver shortage. We’ll break down exactly how this new ransom is making it even more impossible to get new drivers on the road and what this means for the future of trucking.Powered by: CDLLife Sponsors:TAFS incGuestsBrad Hackett, Jett Express