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Blog Posts by Tag: "driver orientation"

Duff Swain

Driver Retention -- Before They Can Sail, Companies Must Stop the Leaks – Part 4

Create a Transition

Transition new drivers into the job and their usage of the company truck. In the process, protect your investment by assuring they have retained what they learned in orientation. The most practical way to do this is by having an experienced driver trainer go with the driver on his or her first series of loads. This reinforces what was learned in orientation and gets the new driver off on a positive start. It is also one more opportunity to make sure the new driver is qualified and a good fit.... Read More

Duff Swain

Driver Retention -- Before They Can Sail, Companies Must Stop the Leaks – Part 3

Treat Recruiting as a Sales Department

While the industry has proven its ability to recruit drivers, many companies overlook the fact that the recruitment process is an excellent retention tool. The entire process provides your first and best chance to sell the benefits of your company. Companies should hire recruiters with proven selling skills, knowledge and personality attributes.... Read More