Owner-Operators

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Layover.com's Owner-Operator section is dedicated to helping trucking owner-operators better run their business. Find information on locating loads, owner-operator trucking jobs, and more.

Trucking owner-operators need special business skills and knowledge to be successful in the trucking industry. If you are an independent owner-operator, you need to have a special understanding of the motivation and dedication it takes to make it in this business. This section of Layover.com is for the owner-operators and those who want to learn how to become one.

The Dock: Tips for the Owner Operator

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    New Year Preparations
    We've survived another tough year. Now that 2009 is behind us, it's time to prepare for what lies ahead in 2010. We all know that it is vital to be positive and remain optimistic as each New Year gives us a chance to start new and make that...

Trucking Industry Articles/Columns

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  • Ask Safety - There are no set criteria for guaranteeing continued employment. However, there are actions that you may take to enhance your prospects of continued employment...
  • The Grapevine - First of all, NTA does NOT condone speeding or breaking the law in any way, shape, or form. In 2010, these same tickets could cost you your job. Prosecutors and judges don't want you to read this because they simply can't handle the case load if you fight your ticket. Just take a look at the California court system; it is closed one day a month until...
  • Tax Tips - FREE INCOME TAX ORGANIZER AT PBSTAX.COM Since the holidays are over, it is now time to get ready for your income taxes. You should be receiving your W-2's and 1099's soon if you haven't already, and you need to categorize all your expenses to make sure nothing is missing. See the guide below to help you compile your tax information...

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  • Bookkeeping 101 - One of the most common problems truckers seem to have at tax time is gathering up the information they need to file their taxes. While bookkeeping may seem like a waste of time at the moment, a good set of books can save you thousands at tax time. A few minutes every day spent entering your receipts for the day in a ledger book or a computer program is all it takes to keep you on track all year...
  • Working With Your Dispatcher/Broker - As an Owner Operator, you are a businessman or businesswoman, so you should always carry yourself accordingly. We all know that the first impression is the lasting impression; in other words,...
  • Professional or Non-Professional - It has been an ongoing battle to raise the image of the American Trucker in the eyes of the public at large. As a child, my mother often told us to watch what we say or do because someone is always watching whether you see them or not...
  • Changing Gears - As more companies close their doors and many more scale back their work force, we as Americans are facing the most challenging times in our lives. We can't help but be concerned about our own well being...

Trucking Industry Essentials

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  • Job Finder
    Submit your application to companies seeking Owner Operators.
  • Load Finder
    The Internet is the quickest, least expensive and most cost effective means of locating freight.
  • Diesel Prices
    Keep your eye on the cost of fuel nationwide. Updated every week day.
  • Tax Rate Information
    Current info on IFTA tax rates, Canadian fuel tax schedule, general sales tax info and more.
  • Mapping and Routing
    Get truck practical directions and weather forecasts along your route.
  • Community Center
    Chat live in one of our chat rooms or join in the discussion in one of our forums.

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