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Month: November 2024

President-elect Trump Nominates Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary: What it Could Mean for Trucking

President Trump recently nominated billionaire Scott Bessent, a highly experienced investor and hedge fund manager, to serve as the next Secretary of the Treasury. This decision has the potential to reshape not just the nation’s economy but also

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Howard Lutnick: Trump’s Nominee for Secretary of Commerce and What It Means for Business and Trucking

President-elect Donald J. Trump has nominated Howard Lutnick, a seasoned businessman and the CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, as the next Secretary of Commerce. For those of us in the trucking and logistics world, this choice is worth understanding.

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Navigating the Automation Debate: Understanding the ILA-USMX Negotiations and Their Implications for U.S. Ports

The ongoing negotiations between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) have hit a significant roadblock over the issue of automation, raising concerns about potential strikes that could disrupt East Coast ports. Understanding

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President-Elect’s Nomination for Secretary of Transportation: Implications for the Trucking Industry

President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Sean Duffy as Secretary of Transportation introduces a leader with a diverse background in law, politics, media, and a deep connection to the Midwest. Born on October 3, 1971, in Hayward, Wisconsin, Duffy

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The OTR Carriers’ Gateway to Success: Mastering First Impressions

The unfolding journey of mastering first impressions is laden with actionable insights and real-world examples, each echoing the monumental impact a positive first impression can have on the professional relationships Over-the-Road carriers aim to foster with commercial shippers.

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New FOMC Decision and Presidential Election: Implications for the Trucking Industry 📉📈📊🚚

On November 7, 2024, the Federal Reserve announced its latest interest rate decision, coinciding with the election of Donald J. Trump as the next President of the United States. Trump’s campaign promises—including tax cuts, deregulation, infrastructure investment, a

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🤝 First Impressions: Still a vital part in conducting business across all industries, including trucking👩‍💼👨‍💼🚛 📦📦

(Updated) First impressions have always held a significant value in the business world, tracing back centuries when merchants and traders relied heavily on personal interactions and relationships to conduct business. The advent of the Industrial Revolution and later the Service

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