Episode 77: Planting Roots, Growing Success: Why Staying the Course Matters in Trucking

In this episode of the Keep Trucking Personal podcast, Tyler Kivi begins with stories from his early days crossing the Canadian border, highlighting the pressure drivers feel even when every document is in order. Those experiences set the stage for a bigger conversation... driver turnover. Turnover doesn’t just impact companies; it affects drivers, their families, and the entire industry. Tyler breaks down why turnover rates in trucking are so high, what it really costs to switch jobs, and how job-hopping often resets benefits, seniority, and pay, leaving drivers further behind instead of ahead. He emphasizes the importance of communication, building relationships, and sticking it out when challenges arise, rather than abandoning trucks or chasing the next “shiny” opportunity. With practical insight and a call for integrity, Tyler makes the case that tenure builds trust, trust creates opportunity, and stability pays off - for drivers, companies, and the families behind every mile.