Shows
The Fleet Success ShowThrowback: 009: Employee RetentionIn the ninth episode of “The Fleet Success Show,” former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins, fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver, and RTA CEO Josh Turley discuss ways to retain your fleet employees. Between the national labor shortage and the ongoing technician and driver shortages, it’s crucial to hang onto your current employees. The trio provides examples of ways to retain your staff, from regular one-on-one meetings to increased training opportunities and positive onboarding processes.Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere on social media @FleetSuccess.D...
2024-11-2828 minThe Fleet Success ShowThrowback: Episode 004: The Four Pillars of Fleet Success - Resource EfficiencyIn the fourth episode of "The Fleet Success Show," fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver, former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins and RTA CEO Josh Turley discuss one of the four pillars of fleet success - Resource Efficiency. The group defines what this mean and why it's crucial for fleet operations to be smart with how they are using their time and money. Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Email us at podcast@rtafleet.com.Don't forget to share the show with your colleagues and friends, and of course, subscribe to The Fl...
2024-09-2631 minThe Fleet Success Show095: Mechanic ProductivityShould you care about productivity at your shop? Why does this matter? And how do you measure it? RTA CEO Josh Turley, former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins, and fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver dive into this topic on this week's episode of "The Fleet Success Show."Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere on social media @FleetSuccess, or send us an email at podcast@rtafleet.com.Want a copy of “The Fleet Success Playbook”? Reserve your copy today!Don't forget...
2023-02-1439 minThe Fleet Success Show094: Driver HealthBetween spending 11 hours behind the wheel each day, eating a lot of fast-food, and only getting out of the truck to use the restroom, get gas, and grab some food, truck drivers can struggle to live a healthy lifestyle on the road.RTA CEO Josh Turley, former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins, and fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver weigh in on what drivers can do to improve their health on this episode of "The Fleet Success Show." Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere o...
2023-02-0728 minThe Fleet Success Show077 - Live from RTA ConnectLive from RTA Connect 2022, we discuss topics including: How to get mechanics to use a timeclock; Adding EVs in your Fleet; and What's happening at RTA Connect. Listen as RTA CEO Josh Turley, former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins and fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver answer these questions from the RTA conference in Mesa, AZ.Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere on social media @FleetSuccess, or send us an email at podcast@rtafleet.com.Want a copy of “The Fleet Success Play...
2022-10-1143 minThe Fleet Success Show065: Great Place to Work CertificationIs your fleet a Great Place to Work? Did you know there’s a way to find out, and get certified? RTA recently received its certification. CEO Josh Turley, former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins, fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver, and producer Cera Nelson explain the process and its value in this episode of “The Fleet Success Show.”Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere on social media @FleetSuccess, or send us an email at podcast@rtafleet.com.Want a copy of “The Fleet Success P...
2022-07-1923 minThe Fleet Success Show059: When to Hire a Coach or ConsultantWhether you are working on a special project you need outside expertise for, or you need an unbiased opinion from a third-party, it can be beneficial to hire a fleet coach or consultant. RTA CEO Josh Turley, fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver, and former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins discuss this on the latest episode of “The Fleet Success Show.”Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere on social media @FleetSuccess, or send us an email at podcast@rtafleet.com.Want a copy o...
2022-06-0720 minThe Fleet Success Show058 - The Problem That Fleet Success SolvesOur podcast is aimed at discussing Fleet Success and its four pillars (Stakeholder Satisfaction, Intentional Culture, Resource Efficiency, and Risk Management). Why? What problem is Fleet Success trying to solve? RTA CEO Josh Turley, fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver, and former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins discuss this on the latest episode of “The Fleet Success Show.”Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere on social media @FleetSuccess, or send us an email at podcast@rtafleet.com.Want a copy of “The Fleet Success Playbo...
2022-05-3119 minThe Fleet Success Show053: Measuring Utilization in your FleetDo you have some vehicles that sit on your lot, while others are being overused? It’s crucial to measure the utilization of all of your fleet vehicles to prevent this. Listen as RTA CEO Josh Turley, fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver, and former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins discuss how to best measure vehicle utilization in the latest episode of “The Fleet Success Show.” Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere on social media @FleetSuccess, or send us an email at podcast@rtafleet.com.Don't...
2022-04-2620 minThe Fleet Success Show044: In The News - EPA Report Released On Largest Fleet In The WorldIn this episode of the Fleet Success Show, RTA CEO Josh Turley, former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins and fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver discuss the recent EPA report on USPS, the Oshkosh RFP for new mail carrier vehicles and the federal US electric vehicle (EV) mandate.Want more tips on how to succeed in 2022? Register for the Fleet Success Summit this spring in Phoenix. The Fleet Success Summit | April 20 & 21Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere on social media @FleetSuccess or send us an...
2022-02-2219 minThe Fleet Success Show043: Our Response To "Culture Fit Is Bullsh*t"In this episode of the Fleet Success Show, RTA CEO Josh Turley, former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins and fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver share their thoughts on a post we came across on LinkedIn that simply said "Culture-fit is bullsh*t". Here's a hint: we don't agree. Listen to this episode and find out why.Want more tips on how to succeed in 2022? Register for the Fleet Success Summit this spring in Phoenix. The Fleet Success Summit | April 20 & 21Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and f...
2022-02-1517 minThe Fleet Success Show042: Tracking More Than Just Vehicles In Your FMISWith Josh out of town, listen as former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins and fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver talk about what other kinds of equipment and assets you can track in an FMIS, aside from vehicles, in the latest episode of “The Fleet Success Show.” This can help you stay organized, and better track your equipment to make sure it’s not getting lost – or being stolen. Want more tips on how to succeed in 2022? Register for the Fleet Success Summit this spring in Phoenix. The Fleet Success Summit | April 20 & 21Have feedback on the show? We'd...
2022-02-0820 minThe Fleet Success Show039: Standard Repair TimesHow long does it take your technicians to complete jobs? Do you have Standard Repair Times you use at your shop? In the latest episode of “The Fleet Success Show,” our hosts RTA CEO Josh Turley, fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver, and former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins discuss why tracking and measuring SRT can be beneficial at your fleet operation, and what tools you can use.Want more tips on how to succeed in 2022? Register for the Fleet Success Summit this spring in Phoenix. The Fleet Success Summit | April 20 & 21Have feedback on the show? We'd...
2022-01-1824 minThe Fleet Success Show038: Protecting Your Fleet From Catalytic Converter TheftWhy are catalytic converters a target for thieves, and how can you protect your fleet’s devices? Our hosts -- RTA CEO Josh Turley, fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver, and former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins – discuss why these are so valuable and how you can protect your devices in the latest episode of “The Fleet Success Show.” Want more tips on how to succeed in 2022? Register for the Fleet Success Summit this spring in Phoenix. The Fleet Success Summit | April 20 & 21Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions...
2022-01-1121 minThe Fleet Success Show034: Attributes of an Ideal Fleet Manager - Smart (Part 3 of 3)Are you a smart leader? We don’t care about your GPA. We’re talking about emotional intelligence. Are you empathetic? Can you read the room during a meeting? Our hosts RTA CEO Josh Turley, Fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver, and former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins discuss the importance of being smart – and why it matters to your fleet operation -- in this episode of “The Fleet Success Show.” Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere on social media @FleetSuccess or send us an email at podcast...
2021-12-1429 minThe Fleet Success Show033: Attributes of an Ideal Fleet Manager - Hungry (Part 2 of 3)Are you starving to learn more and do more? Do you have a natural hunger to keep pushing yourself? Our hosts RTA CEO Josh Turley, Fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver, and former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins discuss the importance of having hunger when leading a fleet in the latest episode of “The Fleet Success Show.” Learn what it means to be hungry and how this can benefit your operation.Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere on social media @FleetSuccess or send us an email at p...
2021-12-0734 minThe Fleet Success Show032: Attributes of an Ideal Fleet Manager - Humble (Part 1 of 3)In the latest episode of “The Fleet Success Show,” our hosts RTA CEO Josh Turley, Fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver and former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins discuss a topic near and dear to their hearts – being a humble leader. Find out why this is important when managing a fleet, and what exactly it means (it could have a different definition that you think).Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere on social media @FleetSuccess or send us an email at podcast@rtafleet.com.Don't...
2021-11-3039 minThe Fleet Success Show031: Preventative Maintenance vs. Corrective MaintenanceIn the latest episode of “The Fleet Success Show,” our hosts RTA CEO Josh Turley, Fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver and former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins discuss the crucial topic of preventative maintenance vs. corrective maintenance. Find out why it’s so essential to have an organized PM program and have the majority of your shop’s work be preventative maintenance rather than unscheduled repairs.Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere on social media @FleetSuccess or send us an email at podcast@rtafleet.com.Don...
2021-11-2326 minThe Fleet Success Show029: Our Thoughts on Used vs. New Vehicles For Your FleetIn the latest episode of “The Fleet Success Show,” our hosts RTA CEO Josh Turley, Fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver and former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins respond to a listener's question on whether you should buy new or used vehicles for your fleet – especially with the current supply chain issues. Listen to hear some of the pros and cons our hosts shared.Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere on social media @FleetSuccess or send us an email at podcast@rtafleet.com.Don't forget...
2021-11-1021 minThe Fleet Success Show027: Top 5 Things To Do As A New Fleet ManagerIn the latest episode of “The Fleet Success Show,” our hosts RTA CEO Josh Turley, fleet Hall of Famer Steve Saltzgiver, and former trucking executive Jeff Jenkins discuss what new fleet managers should do to succeed, from getting their staff on the same page, to displaying leadership, and more. (And they also weigh in on the MJ vs LeBron debate).Have feedback on the show? We'd love to hear it! Send us your comments, questions, and feedback anywhere on social media @FleetSuccess or send us an email at podcast@rtafleet.com.Don't forget to share the...
2021-10-2640 min