Next Gen Trucking Talk with Lindsey Trent
The Next Gen Trucking Association is a membership-based advocacy group solely dedicated to advancing the trucking industry as a career choice for the next generation through nationwide education and awareness initiatives. As a leading national nonprofit trade association, Next Gen Trucking Association (NGT) inspires, educates, and provides resources for young people and schools and promotes opportunities within the trucking industry. This podcast is all about steering the next generation towards careers in trucking. Who is doing it, how, and best practices. For more information contact Lindsey Trent at info@nextgentrucking.org.
Next Gen Trucking Talk with Lindsey Trent
CJ, a dedicated truck driver from Australia and a spokesperson for the trucking industry, shares her journey.
In this episode, Lindsey talks with CJ, an Australian truck driver influencer. CJ discusses her progression in obtaining truck driving licenses, emphasizing the importance of proper training before handling larger vehicles like road trains. She shared her unique lifestyle of flying to Western Australia to drive road trains at a gold mine and highlighted her involvement in a campaign to raise awareness about the needs of truck drivers on the road, aiming to improve communication between drivers and other road users. CJ expressed her desire to educate others on truck driving intricacies, such as blind spots and vehicle weight considerations, while also promoting health tips for truck drivers, encouraging healthy food choices and staying active through activities like gym sessions and mountain biking. She acknowledged the challenges faced by long-haul drivers but emphasized the flexibility offered by the industry, including varying schedules and home time options. Looking ahead, CJ is committed to staying in the transportation sector and exploring mentoring opportunities, driven by a genuine passion for nurturing others and inspiring individuals to pursue trucking careers. While uncertain about her future in ten years, CJ remains focused on maintaining happiness, health, financial security, and making positive contributions to her community.
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