Episode 65: More Than Miles: The Power of Friendship at Kivi Bros. Trucking

In this episode of Keep Trucking Personal, host Tyler Kivi gets to the root of what truly drives Kivi Bros. Trucking: friendship. Tyler shares his personal mission to build a culture where every driver feels seen, valued, and supported, not just as a truck number, but as a person with a story. With nearly 28% of drivers reporting loneliness and 27% showing signs of depression, this conversation dives deep into the real impact of connection on mental health and job satisfaction. Tyler introduces Kivi Bros.’ brand-new Mentor Program, pairing every new driver with a seasoned, high-performing peer who serves not as a manager, but as a friend, coach, and sounding board during those crucial first 90 days and beyond. He gives shoutouts to the inaugural class of mentors and emphasizes that building a culture of trust and camaraderie is everyone’s responsibility. This episode is a reminder that in trucking, the most important thing we can deliver is each other. Because when we drive connection, we drive everything else forward.