Willy’s Top Summer Road-Trip Tips It’s that time of the year again! Time to gas up the car, throw your suitcase in the back and head out on the open road for a summer getaway with your friends and family. Road-tripping is a fantastic way to explore your own backyard or new territories - both near... Continue Reading →
Top Company Culture Myths Exposed
At Willy’s Trucking, we believe the culture that is cultivated in the workplace is just as important as the employees selected to do the job, the way the business is managed, and retaining the clients we all work so tirelessly to please. In our minds, the culture is the glue that holds all of these... Continue Reading →
10 Steps for Planning the Perfect Road Trip
Planning each road trip ahead can highlight the difference between an experienced truck driver and one who is not. Operating from a set schedule with breaks for meals, refueling and rest are crucial to success. Planned trips also result in higher profits, and happier clients, while reducing the impact of stressful elements on drivers. Here... Continue Reading →
We Asked Our Clients To Review Our Company- Here’s What Happened…
We asked our clients to leave us a review online- here's what happened. They did... Not only did they leave reviews, they left raving reviews. It certainly reminds you of the old saying, "Ask and you shall receive". Not only did we want the feedback from our existing customers, but we also wanted to communicate... Continue Reading →
End of the Year Letter: Willy’s Trucking Services 2017
Looking back at our humble beginnings, it is hard to believe that one man and a truck could evolve over the next decade into an award-winning team of 65 people and 35 trucks. But thanks to the dedication of our team, hard work, and new technology, Willy’s Trucking has reached heights that we never dreamed were possible.... Continue Reading →
Simple Health Tips for Truck Drivers
Driving a truck offers a lot of benefits, but it presents challenges, too. Sitting behind the wheel all day presents special challenges to getting and staying fit. How many of us feel stiff and sore after many hours of staying seated in the same position for hours at a time? Anyone sitting in a sedimentary position... Continue Reading →
Getting Ready To Take On A Northern Alberta Winter.
Wintertime in Northern Alberta is about as real as winter gets. Snow and ice-covered roads, bitter cold temps and a lot of after-dark driving are just some of the challenges a semi-truck driver will face. Being ready means being prepared for anything because "anything" pretty much describes the potential situations you're likely to encounter on... Continue Reading →
Can You Really Impact Your Community By Shopping Local?
Local businesses are the lifeblood of strong communities. These small businesses invest back into your community, building up local programs and infrastructure with every sale. Besides contributing to your community's character, economic diversity, and local jobs, local businesses benefit your entire community in ways that aren't always visible. Can you really impact your community by... Continue Reading →
Worry Less about Employee Retention, Focus More on Employee Happiness
Do you know how long Jane Doe will work for your company? Are you worried about how long John Doe will be a part of your team? Employee retention can weigh heavily on a business owner and is one of many facets of a highly functioning business. When considering long term success there are many... Continue Reading →
Q&A with Willy Schmidt: How One Idea Powers his Company Forward
What do you think of when the word "strong leader" comes to mind? Maybe you think of a leader as being a forceful person who finds it easy to make tough decisions or you picture a person who can stand in front of a room and confidently command orders. But do you picture somebody who... Continue Reading →
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