Taking The Hire Road

Taking the Hire Road is a podcast dedicated to providing tips to help manage the driver recruiting process while addressing the ongoing challenges related to the driver shortage and driver retention. Hosted by Jeremy Reymer, Founder and CEO of DriverReach, this bimonthly podcast shines a light on the challenges that carriers are facing and aims to help companies hire quality drivers with greater efficiency.

Taking The Hire Road is a business podcast hosted by Jeremy Reymer, with 208 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jeremy Reymer hosts Taking The Hire Road, a business show with 208 episodes published.

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  Episode #208

  Stride Motivation’s Approach to Resilience and Lasting Health

  Aug 6, 202524 minS0

  <p>In this episode, host Jeremy Reymer sits down with Nick Klingensmith, High-Impact Keynote Speaker, Author, Mental Endurance & Sales Performance Coach at Stride Motivation for a conversation about overcoming obstacles, improving health, and resilience in the trucking and logistics industry.</p><p>They zoom in on Nick’s personal journey of battling cancer, diabetes, and addiction, and how those challenges led him to a life focused on mental and physical endurance. Nick shares practical tips for drivers and others in the industry, highlighting the power of small, intentional changes and the importance of creating a strong “why” to fuel personal growth...

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  Episode #207

  How Wattsmen is Changing Safety for Small Trucking Companies

  Jul 24, 202526 minS0

  <p>In this episode, Sam Watts, founder of Wattsmen Diesel House, shares how firsthand experience with a DOT audit led him deep into safety and compliance. Starting with a conditional rating and no formal background in safety, Sam recounts how necessity forced him to learn fast and build from the ground up.</p><p>Sam and Jeremy talk about why most small fleets struggle to stay compliant, how technology can either help or hurt depending on its use, and what Sam’s learned from years of hands-on work inside real operations. They also talk through the launch of the Wattsmen Sa...

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  Episode #206

  How Road Dog is Elevating Life on the Road

  Jul 3, 202521 minS0

  <p>In this episode, Bob Book, Director of Marketing for Road Dog Care Company and VP of Marketing for Revolution Trucking, shares his path from general marketing into the world of trucking and wellness. He reflects on the surprising warmth of the trucking community and how genuine connections fuel long-term success.</p><p>Bob and Jeremy discuss how Road Dog Care evolved from a coffee brand into a complete wellness company, offering hygiene and health products designed by and for truckers. They also explore how thoughtful marketing and small gestures can improve retention and driver satisfaction.</p><p>This episode...

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  Episode #205

  The Value of Connection in a Compliance-Driven World

  Jun 19, 202522 minS0

  <p>In this episode, Chelsea Faulkner, Director of Operations for HandledNow and host of Drive, shares her journey from staffing to the trucking industry. She discusses the challenges of connecting drivers and office teams and how HandledNow is helping companies find the right fit for long-term success.</p><p>Chelsea and Jeremy explore the importance of bridging the gap between office staff and drivers to improve overall industry dynamics. They also touch on how creating a culture of mutual respect can drive positive change.This episode offers valuable insights into connecting people across the trucking industry. If you’re curious ab...

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  Episode #204

  How Cognitive Screening Is Transforming Trucking Safety

  Jun 12, 202524 minS0

  <p>In this episode, PJ Barclay, President and CEO of Impirica, shares his journey from the world of accounting to tackling impairment in the trucking industry. After recognizing the need for better safety measures, PJ explains how cognitive science and technology came together to create solutions for improving driver wellness and safety.</p><p>He and Jeremy discuss the broader issue of impairment, addressing factors like fatigue, mental health, and other conditions that impact a driver’s ability to perform safely. PJ also reveals how Impirica’s technology is helping the industry proactively measure impairment risk and enhance safety standards.</p><p...

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