The Rig on Wheels Show Radio: The #1 Podcast for Truck Driver Recruitment & Retention
The Rig On Wheels Show is your go-to source for real talk on trucking, recruitment, and retention. Hosted by Kameel Gaines, CEO of Rig On Wheels, this show dives deep into the issues shaping the trucking industry today. 🚛 Truck Driver Recruitment & Retention: Find out how to attract and keep quality drivers. 📈 Fleet Management & Growth: Learn strategies for building a thriving trucking business. ⌛ Second-Chance Hiring & SAP Drivers: Discover opportunities for drivers looking for a fresh start. 💡 Industry Insights & Expert Advice: Stay ahead of trends, challenges, and solutions in trucking. Join us every week as we bring in industry experts, fleet owners, and drivers to discuss what really matters in trucking. Whether you're a driver, recruiter, or fleet owner, this show gives you the tools and knowledge to succeed. 🔊 Catch new episodes every week on all major podcast platforms! #TruckingPodcast #DriverRecruitment #FleetManagement #TruckDriverRetention #TruckingBusiness #TruckingIndustry
Episodes
Most fleets wait until after orientation to start thinking about retention, but by then, it’s often too late.
In this episode of The Rig on Wheels Show, Kameel E. Gaines exposes the costly mistakes carriers make before the driver ever pulls their first load. From bait-and-switch recruiting tactics to lack of structure during orientation, she breaks down why turnover is often baked into the hiring process.
Learn how to lead with hones...
In this episode of The Rig on Wheels Show featuring Wreaths Across America Radio, Kameel E. Gaines breaks down how revived Trump tariffs and rising China tensions are reshaping America’s supply chain. Learn what these changes mean for truckers, freight movement, and the future of American logistics heading into 2025.
Feeling ignored by drivers despite doing everything right?
You’re not alone—and you’re not the problem. In this powerful episode of The Rig on Wheels Show, host Kameel E. Gaines breaks down why good drivers ghost great companies, the hidden emotional cost of recruitment silence, and what small fleets can do to flip the script.
Discover the mindset shift that helped Kameel transform Rig on Wheels into a trusted brand drivers want to ...
The Rig on Wheels Show Radio goes deep into the squeeze facing mid-sized fleets.
Why are the megas and the micros thriving—but the carriers with 50, 75, or 100 trucks barely hanging on?
Kameel E. Gaines shares the truth about what’s draining these businesses, from regulatory weight and cash flow gaps to recruitment burnout—and gives a blueprint to fight back.
Catch new episodes every Thursday at 3 PM Central on Spotify, iHeart, TuneIn...
The trucking industry is shifting fast. In this episode of The Rig on Wheels Show Radio, Kameel E. Gaines breaks down the 2025 trends in tech, policy, and driver expectations every fleet owner and recruiter needs to hear. Evolve or get left behind.
Struggling with driver turnover? The first 90 days are make-or-break for trucking companies. In this episode of The Rig on Wheels Show Radio, we reveal key strategies to improve onboarding, enhance driver engagement, and boost retention rates. Learn how top fleets keep their new hires on board and motivated. Tune in now and keep your drivers rolling!
This week on The Rig on Wheels Radio, Kameel E. Gaines delivers the ultimate no‑BS guide to stopping driver ghosting in its tracks. Learn why top drivers vanish during the hiring and onboarding process—and discover proven, actionable strategies to boost communication, streamline recruitment, and secure your fleet’s future. Tune in for real-world insights that will transform your driver retention and fleet management approach.
The Rig on Wheels Show Radio is the go-to podcast for truck driver recruitment, retention, and fleet success. Hosted by industry expert Kameel E. Gaines, we tackle the biggest hiring challenges, from stopping driver ghosting to building a winning follow-up process. Listen every Tuesday at 3 PM Eastern on Wreaths Across America Radio and catch new episodes Thursdays at 3 PM Central on YouTube, iHeart, TuneIn, Deezer, and Spotify. St...
🚛 Truck Driver Recruiting Myths That Are Costing Fleets Thousands—And How to Fix Them #EPISODE5
Fleets are wasting money on outdated recruiting strategies—and most don’t even realize it. In this episode of The Rig on Wheels Show, Kameel E. Gaines exposes the biggest myths in truck driver recruiting, why job boards and sign-on bonuses aren’t the answer, and what ACTUALLY works to hire and retain drivers. If your trucks are still parked despite spending thousands on recruiting, this episode is a must-listen!
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Struggling to compete with mega carriers? In this episode of The Rig On Wheels Show, host Kameel Gaines shares powerful recruitment and retention strategies tailored for small and mid-sized trucking companies. Learn how to attract top drivers, build a strong company culture, and use social media to stand out. 🚛💡
🎧 Available on all major podcast platforms!
#TruckingPodcast #DriverRecruitment #FleetGrowth #TruckingIndustry #Retentio...
Drivers don’t just leave for better pay—they leave when they don’t feel valued. In this episode of The Rig On Wheels Show, host Kameel Gaines breaks down the three pillars of driver retention: building trust, effective communication, and fostering loyalty. Learn real-world strategies to reduce turnover and keep top drivers on your team.
🎧 Available on all major podcast platforms!
#TruckingPodcast #DriverRetention #TruckingBusiness #...
In this episode of The Rig on Wheels Show Radio, Kameel E. Gaines shares actionable strategies for small and medium fleets to improve driver recruitment, onboarding, and retention. Learn how to streamline your application process, create meaningful onboarding experiences, and build driver confidence during their first load. Packed with real-world examples and proven methods, this episode is your go-to guide for creating loyal, enga...
Is your trucking company struggling with high driver turnover? In this episode of The Rig on Wheels Show, Kameel E. Gaines breaks down what a driver-centric culture really means, why most fleets get it wrong, and how you can fix it before your best drivers walk away. Tune in for real-world case studies, practical solutions, and no-BS advice that will keep your trucks full and your drivers loyal.
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