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My name is Eric and I was a "long haul" truck driver for twelve years before leaving the industry to start my internet businesses.
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Business > Web Marketing Writing articles as an affordable Internet marketing method: 5 of 27

I want to sell online, but how should I?With all the different opportunities on the internet, it's easy to become overwhelmed and frustrated. Maybe it's time to take a step back, rethink your plan, and just be honest about your abilities and what you want out of the business.First consider your personality type...Are you a hi... More..
Business > Web Marketing The dark side of Internet marketing: 2 of 9

Tips to Avoid Common Affiliate PitfallsWith all the buzz nowadays about writing articles to promote products as an affiliate, there seems to be no mention of the serious pitfalls associated with this particular strategy.Many affiliates may curse article directories for not allowing affiliate links, but did you know that this ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Trade & Manufacturing Jobs How to make good money driving a truck: 2 of 9

They seem to be sprouting up all over the internet these days with titles like "Make Big Money in trucking". What is this big secret? The truth is- it is no secret the earning potential in trucking. If you're willing to spend endless weeks away from home and your loved ones, live in truckstops or on the road for weeks at a ti... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Lessons in life: 54 of 220

Why I Write Articles, and Why You Should Too.Since recently taking up article writing, it has been one of the most rewarding pursuits thus far. Now I don't pretend to be the absolute authority on every issue of which I write, as there will always be someone with more expertise on any given topic.But that is not really the poi... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Why travel: 18 of 73

"ZEN and the Art of Diesel Mechanics"Though fond of Robert M. Persig and his work of a similar title, I do not intend to quote any of his text here. But after spending a good portion of my life behind the wheel, well over one million miles, I can relate to many concepts explored by the author.Truck driving, or any other kind ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Trade & Manufacturing Jobs Trucking is a thankless job: 3 of 12
"SEE THE COUNTRY AND GET PAID"And that's how the sales pitch goes...Well I started this blog to try to give some of you newbies an idea of what you'll be getting into.My name is Eric and I've been driving OTR for a little over 12 years with a handful of different companies.Overall it's been a decent living, $40,000 a year on ... More..
Business > Web Marketing Understanding Internet affiliate marketing businesses: 6 of 20

Tunnel VisionFocus is essential to manage and profit from from any campaign. Distractions abound from the internet. As a new marketer, overcoming distraction will be key to continued success. But don't mistake "tunnel vision" for focus. Many marketers new to the business will make this mistake.One example is running a search ... More..
Relationships & Family > Family Life How to make your family life better: 4 of 9

Why, Why, Why: Why do Children Always ask "Why"?Most parents have experienced that stage in a child's life, we tell them to do something or try to explain something and then it begins, "but why?". For the most part, it's not about wanting to know "why" per se, it's more about the need for attention and connection.While young ... More..
Business > Starting a Business Buying a rig for your trucking business: 1 of 1
With the many big trucks on the road, often we see many familiar trucking company names and colors. But the vast majority of freight is still hauled by "Independents" or owner operators. Owning a tractor-trailer and running your own "authority" is similar to running any small business. A good amount of thought must be put int... More..
Autos > Autos (Other) Why 18-wheelers drive more slowly: 1 of 1

Why Are Eighteen Wheelers so Slow?Commercial tractor trailers have evolved in the last twenty years beyond the simple beasts they once were. In the old days, trucks were hulking monsters billowing black smoke and rumbling down the road, shaking the pavement as they rolled by.Todays eighteen wheelers have some of the most adva... More..