Six-Figure Trucker

No topic is off limits in the EL3PHANT ROOM! Our guest today hosts The EL3PHANT Room, a podcast he started to bring positivity to topics people tend to avoid. Sherrod Henry is the perfect host. He knows by experience what it’s like to face hard situations with the kind of positivity and self-belief that enable one to move through the darkness and into the light. On today’s episode, Sherrod talks from the other side of some tough times and is better for it. As he will say, “There’s always a way!” Join us as he shares...

He may be new to Driveaway Trucking, but Sherrod Henry isn’t new to the hustle! In fact, his high motor is one reason why his foray into this space has been so successful. He’s a Class A driver who’s spent almost a decade behind the wheel in Trucking. In today’s conversation, Sherrod talks about his Amazon Hub, his experience in trucking, and his newfound affinity for Driveaway. He also shares insights into the importance of planning, dispatcher relationships, and other valuable topics. We’re pleased to welcome Sherrod Henry to the show on today’s episode of t...

What Earnest Walker does behind the wheel each week is important, there is no doubt. But what he does off the road rises to another level. That’s because Mr. Walker is the kind of person who makes an impact on people through many different channels. As a musician and Senior minister at his local church, Pastor Walker leads and inspires a whole congregation. As a certified mechanic, Handyman Walker is everyone’s best friend when their cars break down. He wears all of these hats at home and on the road, and is a powerful force for good in t...

Our guest today is a 14-year Class A driver with multiple certifications (CNG, manual, right-hand drive, specialty, etc) and some Class A stats. He currently boasts a 100% check-in rate, 90% completion, 79% on-time for the year, and 100% on-time in April. Earnest Walker is his name, and on today’s episode, he shares the strategies and tactics he’s learned over many years and through different vantage points in the world of trucking. Once an owner-operator, Earnest tested the waters of driveaway trucking after a breakdown. After experiencing driveaway with Norton and the money he could make, he left owner-operating for good. Now...

Although Durville Christopher isn’t technically a Fireman, he’s fighting fires all over this great land of ours. You see, Durville is the Firetruck Guy of Driveaway for Norton Transport! He jumps at the chance to deliver the big, red, brand new life-saving machines to fire stations all over the country. In today’s conversation, he shares his love for this and other kinds of delivery in Driveaway. In a beautiful twist of irony, he also shares a recent opportunity that he took to grab an extinguisher and fight an actual fire along the side of the road! Tune i...

The original meaning behind a particular handshake called the ‘DAP’ is both special and apropos. The story goes that a brotherhood of African-American soldiers in Vietnam dubbed their unique greeting ‘DAP’ to communicate dignity and pride. If you met our guest today, he’d dap you up quick…and it’s fitting for Durville Christopher is full of dignity, and we are proud to have him on the show. Durville is a class A driver who joins us with a 100% check-in percentage, 100% completion percentage, and a 71% on-time percentage so far this year. But, what truly sets Duarville apart as one of our top...

We’re pleased to welcome Arthur Trader back for part two of our conversation. In the last episode, we discovered that he’s been driving trucks for over 30 years! But, he’s been running between the lines for far longer than that. Long before he was guiding his tires between the lines of the open roads, he was gliding on his own two legs between the lines of stadium tracks, football fields, and basketball courts. Arthur Trader was an athlete and continues to love sports to this day. For years, he has considered getting certified to step back onto those...

Our guest today has been moving trucks since the 90’s and can’t seem to get enough! Last month, he drove 10,000 miles and came within a whisker of doing it with a 100% On-Time percentage. One bad storm caused a delay, but it didn’t dampen his spirits. Arthur Trader just keeps truckin’ and is one of those guys you just want to be around and learn from. We’re privileged to have him with us today and next week as he shares from a reservoir of 30 years of experience over the road. If you’re a current driver, Art’s strategies w...

We were introduced last week to Medley Fleuranvil and his prolific production over the road as a Driveaway driver. We’re pleased to welcome him back this week to hear about his life off the road. Now, having already met him, you know that he’s about as fly as they come. But, Medley takes it to a whole ‘nother level and to a whole different spelling. He and his business partner are building an apparel line called PHLY, which stands for Peace, Happiness, Love, and Yours. In addition to this side hustle, Medley talks about his newfound love for fi...

Our guest today is a runner who trucks 700+ miles per day and 8,000+ miles per month on average! What’s even more impressive is that he does with on-time and completion percentages that are off the charts. There’s no doubt that Medley Fleuranvil has figured it out and is humming his way to driveaway glory. He joins us today to share his approach to driveaway and what makes him one of the most reliable and prolific drivers in the biz. All this and more on today’s episode of the #SixFigureTrucker.

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In this edition of the Six-Figure Trucker, Malik Beverly returns to open a window into his life beyond the highway. Our conversation explores his deep-rooted passions, which include his faith in the Most High and the original music this vertical connection inspires. Listeners will also hear about his recent growth as a teacher and mentor within his local church community. Malik shares how his career in driveaway provides him the freedom to prioritize his weekend gatherings, along with ample opportunity to meditate upon the things of God while on the road. Tune in and be inspired as we welcome...

Thank you for joining us for another episode of the Six Figure Trucker, where we elevate and celebrate the resilient drivers who keep America moving when moving is tough. Our special guest, Malik Beverly, shares his experiences driving through harsh winter conditions, including tackling snowstorms and extreme temps. In addition to hearing his wintertime tricks of the trade, Malik also shares what fuels his staggering statistics. This former Driver of the Year has logged over three hundred and fifty thousand miles in the last four years! You heard that right, 350,000 miles! Clearly a road warrior, Malik also discusses how...

Last week, we snagged a rare opportunity to catch up with Tiffany Davis. I say rare because, as you heard, she rarely sits still. This Driveaway Queen is all hustle! But, when Tiffany does slow down, she prefers to do it at one place - the Beach! On today’s episode, Tiffany talks about her love for Daytona and some fresh blue crab. She also brags about her daughter, who’s currently a student at Grambling State University. She’s living the good life in and out of Driveaway Trucking and shares it with us today on the #SixFigureTrucker.

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Tiffany Davis, a veteran driver with 23 years of CDL experience, joins us to share her story. Starting with school buses, Tiffany’s driving career moved to the city and then to tourist buses before finally arriving at driveaway. Since joining the driveaway ranks, Tiffany has become an elite runner, routinely surpassing 4,000 miles per month! But what’s perhaps most impressive is that she matches that quantity with quality. She currently has a 100% check-in and completion rate, along with a 75% on-time rate. So, let’s just say she’s comfortable behind the wheel and insightful about the craft. Tiffany offers a shrewd...

Last time on the Six Figure Trucker, we were introduced to Jaboris Christian, a six-year veteran of driveaway trucking. We’re pleased to welcome him back today to dive a little deeper into his personal life. On today’s episode, Jaboris shares how he seeks to manage his time in order to prioritize his wife and two precious daughters. His 7 and 3-year old girls keep his wheels spinning in more ways than one! He also sheds light on his academic background in Computer Graphics Technology at Purdue University and how he and his wife have leveraged their degrees and skil...

Our guest today loves a good challenge. He’s picked a good profession because the world of Driveaway provides, well, a truckload of them! But, Jaboris Christian meets these challenges head on and wisely sees them as opportunities to develop himself and build his bottom line. Whether it's navigating the idiosyncrasies of CNG or learning to master the right-hand drive, Jaboris is six years deep and picking up steam! He brings his experience and chill disposition to our conversation today and we’re so glad he could join us for today’s episode of the Six-Figure Trucker.

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In this episode of The Six-Figure Trucker, we follow up with Phil Miller, a tow-behind specialist with a penchant for adventure. Phil takes us back to a time when he literally lived on a 30-foot Sailboat and engaged in conservation efforts with seagrasses and other aquatic life-forms. He also discusses his love for pickleball, palm trees, and State Parks. If that weren’t enough adventure, Phil shares about a new venture that is taking him way out to sea. He just recently purchased property in Hawaii and talks with John about his plans to develop his little slice of Pa...

When a successful veteran of Driveaway opens a segment with, “There are some things that are very important as a driver without which it’s going to be a long row to hoe”, you want to silence the noise and tune in. Our guest today says exactly this and proceeds to share multiple insights that you will find beneficial. Phillip Miller is a longtime driver who has found his fit as a tow-behind specialist. In this episode, he shares how his tow-behind system has saved him thousands in addition to preserving his sanity and social life over the road. Highli...

Last week, we were introduced to the Mr. Clean of driveaway as we welcomed Alonzo Johnson to the show. But, clean inspections aren’t his only specialty. Alonzo is also a master of barbecued meats! From wings to ribs and from brisket to chops, if you’ve got a hankering for some perfectly smoked BBQ, prepare to get hungry. Alonzo shares his passion for BBQ as he rejoins the show for today’s episode. He also talks about his love for Kansas City BBQ, his family's culinary traditions, and his son's recent entry into the trucking industry. Additionally, he touche...

His name is Alonzo Johnson, but we might as well call him Mr. Clean! Riding three straight clean inspections, Alonzo joins us to share the secrets to his pristine record. A veteran of Driveaway, Alonzo discusses his broad experience over the road. He also talks about the pros and cons of CNG, the importance of pre-trip planning, and the opportunities that await! We also had a first for this podcast. Mid-episode, Alonzo makes his way to the kitchen to take some fresh lemon pepper chicken wings out of the air-fryer! The man can cook as well! All this and...

Last week, we were introduced to one of our Driveaway’s best behind the wheel as “JB” Njoroge joined the show. This week, we learn that before his days as a trucker, he was one of Kenya’s best on the Rugby pitch! Growing up in Africa, JB fell in love with the sport of Rugby and developed into an exceptional talent. He shares his passion for the sport, his career playing it at a national level, and how the sport instilled in him values of discipline and anticipation that benefit his trucking career. He offers valuable advice for would-be...

We’re pleased to welcome the seasoned driver, Geoffrey 'JB' Njoroge, to the show for this episode of SFT! Today’s conversation features a lot of practical wisdom regarding the various opportunities in trucking as well as the daily execution of the craft. JB also recounts some tense and amusing moments from his life behind the wheel as a driver and trainer. You’ll enjoy the wit and wisdom of this guest as we once again dive deep into the world of driveaway. If you’re not already subscribed to the show, please do so in order to see and hear...

Last week, we heard about how Maurice Atkins brings his winner-takes-all mentality to the world of Driveaway Trucking. But, for Maurice, this is not just a way to do business; it’s a way of life. He rejoins the show today to share more about his inspiring entrepreneurial endeavors away from Trucking. He discusses his passion project, 'Snippet'—an invention that integrates a talking module into t-shirts, which gained traction during the pandemic for connecting loved ones. He shares his vision to continue expanding this novel t-shirt business, creating more job opportunities driven by his desire to help others pros...

Nobody wins by chance. No, true winners are successful long before the finish line. They put in the time to prepare in order to ensure that they are ready to take advantage of the opportunities that come their way. Our guest today embodies these traits and has applied them to Driveaway and much more. We’re pleased to welcome Maurice Atkins and his “Winner Takes All” mindset to the show as he reflects upon his journey. In this conversation, Maurice highlights the appeal of driveaway trucking, emphasizing the freedom and benefits it offers. He also provides valuable insights on managi...

Last week, we heard about the impressive stats Lewis Johnson continues to pile up on the road in driveaway. But, with Lewis Johnson, that’s just where the impressive begins. In this episode, we learn that Lewis is a senior executive board member for the Black Heritage Society, which organizes the annual Martin Luther King Day parade and festival in Houston, Texas. Additionally, he is involved with Break Free Ministries, where he advocates for various causes, including domestic violence and mental illness. This episode highlights Lewis' dedication to making a positive impact both on and off the road. 

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Whether it's heavy construction, bad weather, or distracted drivers, it can get hairy over the road. Thus, being a professional trucker comes with its own unique set of hazards. Traits like poise and patience are a premium. Our guest today has these traits in spades. In fact, as a Grand Dragon in Tai Chi, Lewis Johnson maintains his zen in the midst of a wide variety of circumstances that would make smaller men melt. In this conversation, John uncovers this little known aspect of Lewis’ story and unpacks how it has shaped his 35 year career behind the wheel. You do...

Life on the road shapes a person in unexpected ways, and for Mark Nichols, it’s been a journey of reinvention. From his days as a Gulf War veteran to mastering the art of ballroom dancing, Mark has always embraced new challenges. Now, he’s blazing a trail in driveaway trucking, test-driving cutting-edge electric garbage trucks and navigating the ever-evolving world of trucking logistics. In this special video episode of Six-Figure Trucker, Mark shares his insights on the future of electric vehicles, the pressing need for truck parking solutions, and how his nomadic lifestyle fuels both his career and his...

We were introduced last week to the lovely and talented Jennyfer Rodriguez Estrada. She talked about her journey to Driveaway and shared a few humorous tales from the road. But, as we often discover on this podcast, there’s a lot more to Jennyfer than meets the eye. In our conversation today, Jennyfer shares her passion for cooking, along with a possible new career that you might just read about in the near future. As an aspiring author, our guest already has three novels that are primed to be published! Hear about these passions and how Driveaway gives her th...

Don’t let the short shorts and sunny smile fool you—Jennyfer Estrada is all business behind the wheel. With poise, grit, and a love for the open road, she’s blazing her own trail in the world of driveaway trucking. Along the way, she has encountered her share of misconceptions, but she handles each one with confidence and class, proudly representing women in the driveaway trucking industry. In today’s episode, Jennyfer shares how she got into the industry, what keeps her motivated, and her big dreams for what’s next. It’s a story of elegance, empowerment, and breaking...

We were reintroduced last week to Leopold Ruddock and were amazed at his talent and tenacity to become the fastest track athlete in his class and set records that still stand at the school of his homeland in Jamaica. Today, we hear how that same talent and tenacity fueled his rise to become a nationally top-ranked driver in his new homeland of America. You simply can’t keep this man down. Driveaway’s Leo-the-Lion is driven to succeed, and he does it with class. As you’ll hear in today’s conversation, he carries a deep respect for the craft an...

Growing up in Jamaica, our guest today was well acquainted with the elite global status of his homeland in track sports. Personally, though, Leopold Ruddock was far from elite. He remembers coming in last in most events through his first couple of years in high school. But, everything changed when Leopold began to train. In his last two years, Leo’s  unusual training regimen combined with his competitive fire to leave his classmates in the dust! Amazingly, he has records that stand to this day!

For the past 30 years, Leopold has employed his hard work and competitive fir...

Although Clive Williams is new to the Driveaway space, he’s not new to the world of Driving. He comes heavily credentialed and heavily experienced in a wide variety of driving jobs. He’s done everything from Hazmat to Uber and a lot in between. In fact, in today’s conversation we go back to a time when Clive was Alive in the middle of the night as a Repo man! Tune in to get a sneak peak into Clive’s adventures and how they impact his foray into Driveaway on this edition of the Six-Figure Trucker.

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While today’s guest will ultimately tell you that he wishes he’d have found Driveaway sooner, he’ll also shoot you straight on the learning curve it requires. Driveaway is not for the faint of heart or the ill-prepared. In fact, if you enter this space thinking that you’re just going to half-heartedly cruise your way to an easy six-figure income, this business will chew you up and spit you out. However, if you’ll give it time and learn the craft, the learning curve of Driveaway could lead you to the land of milk and honey! In today’s...

While our host enjoys some well-earned R&R, we’re cracking open the Six Figure Trucker vault to revisit one of our most powerful conversations. We’ve got part two of our conversation with Peter Rizzo. As you heard last week, Peter is one of our top drivers and one that excels in logistics. In part two, we dive into Peter’s incredible backstory. 

Before he was a fixture in a Big Rig, our guest today spent most of his days in the Big Apple. As a kid growing up playing basketball on the streets of Long Island...

While our host enjoys some well-earned R&R, we’re cracking open the Six Figure Trucker vault to revisit one of our most insightful conversations — with none other than Peter Rizzo.

Peter’s not just a top-tier driveaway driver — he’s a master of the craft. Known for his near-perfect on-time delivery rate, Peter’s secret weapon is simple but powerful: planning. In this episode, he breaks down how thoughtful logistics can turn chaos into consistency — and why preparation equals profit.

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Last week with Richard Plumb, we explored his secrets to success in Driveaway. But, there’s a lot more to Richard than trucking. On this episode, we hear about his passion for the outdoors, his foray into painting, and even hear him sing a few bars of an old Elvis hit. He’s a Renaissance man! You don’t want to miss another glimpse into the fascinating characters that sit behind the wheel of Driveaway as Richard Plumb joins us on this edition of the Six Figure Trucker.

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According to Richard Plumb, there are two things that equate to some serious over the road success in Driveaway: 1) Attention to Detail and 2) a “Grrreat” Dispatch team. Well, he’s our guest today and comes with both! His remarkable attention to detail has produced some phenomenal driver stats, including a current 100% on-time percentage for the quarter. That said, he’s quick to give credit to a dispatch team that he believes is the best in the biz. Tune in to hear him talk about these and more secrets to success in Driveaway. You’re in for a treat as we’re join...

Husbands, you might want to keep your wife from hearing this episode because you’ll never measure up to the party Kevin Stallcop threw for his wife’s 50th birthday. The highlights include a classic car show, an Eagles cover band, food trucks, bounce houses, and 4,000 guests. Heck, it was so big that a local TV crew showed up to cover it! In fact, the mayor of his town asked Kevin to do it all again the following year. Kevin’s wife’s birthday has become a local holiday! In this episode, Kevin tells the story of how this party-to...

“You cannot do this job without patience”. Throughout his many years behind the wheel, our guest today has seen enough to know the variables that are simply unpredictable. Whether it’s traffic, breakdowns, weather, or the various planes, trains, and automobiles that get you to your next load, elements always sit outside of your control. This is why Kevin Stallcop believes you simply can’t put a price tag on patience. Indeed, patience is a virtue, and in this case, a virtue that leads to the promised land of freedom and prosperity. Tune in now to glean the wisdom and expe...

Most people look forward to a glass of Crown with their feet up at quitting time. Not Collin Little. While he certainly enjoys a little Crown Royal when off the clock, for Collin, vacation starts every time he slides behind the wheel of a truck. He simply loves the open roads. He loves the mechanics, the strategy, and the people. He loves his dispatch team. Driveaway is his beach. Naturally, he was willing to return for another conversation about all things driveaway trucking, and we’re pleased to have him. Tune in as Collin shares his passion for trucking al...