Business Opportunities Articles and Ezines
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151. The Appeal of the Wheel: What's to Love About Being a Trucker?
August 21, 2018
These days, too many people are stuck in dead-end jobs that will inevitably take them nowhere and always leave them wanting more. With delivery work, it’s a whole different story. Driving through the landscape with just yourself for company may sound ideal for some, but are you someone that can appreciate, or indeed live, the trucker lifestyle?
The Benefits
When discussing a job prospect, some of the first things people are keen to find out about are the security and the money. It may come as a surprise to some, but truckers can often find very secure work with decent pay. Hours are ... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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152. How to Win UK Haulier of the Year in 2019
August 21, 2018
Whether you’re a self-employed driver or you own a haulage company, if you work in the logistics industry, chances are that you’ve heard about the coveted UK Haulier of the Year award, and the glamorous Motor Transport Award ceremony where it’s presented. This year, in 2018, it was won by Sanderson Transport, a haulage company based in Harborough.
The company is living proof that it’s not impossible to turn rags into riches, building their business from the ground up. Winning UK Haulier of the Year was a huge milestone and accomplishment for them, especially as they came from such humble ... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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153. The Anti-Pollution Problem: How Green Policies Affect Logistics
August 21, 2018
New policies on pollution set by local councils and the government have come out – specifically anti-pollution legislation. While many see this as a good thing, it can potentially damage businesses in the logistics industry and the relationships they have with companies they hold a transport contract with.
Those who work in or with the haulage industry are the ones who find themselves among the ones negatively affected by these new regulations. Despite this, they are also one of the groups the government considered the least when implementing these new rules. With the increasing number of... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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154. Prevention is the Best Cure: Fighting Freight Crime
August 21, 2018
If you’re someone who works in the haulage industry, it’s understandable that the idea of freight crime would be frightening. Whether you’ve experienced it firsthand or have been lucky enough to have only heard the stories, the thought of your vehicle being messed with or stolen from is certainly unsettling.
Fortunately, the Bedfordshire Police are on the case and they’ve come up with a campaign to ease the troubled minds of lorry drivers all over England. Together with the National Vehicle Crime Intelligence Service, they’ve implemented a program that they hope will reduce crime by incre... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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155. Zero Is a Hero: Reducing Gas Emissions in the Haulage Industry
August 21, 2018
The time for throwing rubbish out of the window indiscriminately and leaving your lights on all day and night have passed – people care about the environment now more than ever. With heightened awareness and focus on sustainability, many new laws and regulations have been passed. However, not everyone needs a rule to keep the earth as clean as possible – some people just need a little help.
Three years ago, the UK government asked those in the haulage industry to decrease their greenhouse emissions. With the steep request of a 15% reduction by 2025, many companies wondered if that was pos... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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156. Maximise Profits by Qualifying to Carry Abnormal Loads
August 21, 2018
For hauliers looking to maximise profits and keep a finger on the pulse of a healthy bottom line, diversity is king. While regular, well-paying clients are the Holy Grail, giving yourself extra opportunities to take on a job or return load is an important part in staying profitable. One way of doing that is to ensure you have the skills, capacity and knowledge to transport what are deemed as “abnormal loads”.
Diversifying Deliveries
It’s not simply a matter of painting a banner on your lorry saying, “We deliver anything, anytime, anyplace”, because some goods require not only special... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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157. NWH Addresses Skills Shortage With Apprenticeship Scheme
August 21, 2018
The chief executive of the Road Haulage Association, Richard Burnett, has raised concerns about the shortage of UK hauliers. He argues that the industry needs to tackle this problem head on, by actively recruiting more drivers into the sector and also improving the quality of existing drivers. One UK company that is willing to take on the challenge is the NWP Group; they have recently invested half a million pounds into a unique apprenticeship scheme, which offers a fantastic opportunity to young people across the country.
Increasing the number of UK hauliers will benefit the national ec... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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158. Renault Delivers Second Generation Electric Truck Range
August 21, 2018
Renault has announced its second generation of electric trucks, suited for all types of haulage work, which will be available before the end of 2018. With concerns about air quality, particularly in urban areas, and global CO2 levels at an all-time high, this is a well-timed launch that will help hauliers make the switch to electric vehicles.
This article will give a brief overview of the range, and perhaps persuade you to think about making the change to a fully electric vehicle in the next few years.
Renault and Electric Vehicles
Renault has been working on hybrid and electri... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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159. Take Your Delivery Business Green and Save with LPG
August 21, 2018
It’s no secret that delivery work has changed a lot in recent years, and will probably keep changing and evolving. In general, people have become much more concerned with the environment, increasing the demand for green alternatives. At the same time, and more pressingly, fuel costs are always on the rise. On some level, everything is more expensive, but government incentives are also making it more costly in relative terms for those of us who don’t go green.
Faced with all this, drivers are always on the lookout for cost-effective alternatives. In this article we’re going to look at one... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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160. Breaking Down What to Do During a Breakdown
August 16, 2018
If you’re building a career as a courier driver, it’s very likely that you will experience a breakdown at some point. Although taking good care of your vehicle can prevent breakdowns occurring regularly, you can never really predict what will happen when you’re out on the roads. This is why it is really important to be prepared for all eventualities; then, if the worst does happen and you face a breakdown, you’ll know exactly how to deal with it.
This article breaks down (see what we did there?) the four steps a courier driver should take if their vehicle has a mishap on the motorway. Th... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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161. Package Precautions: Ensuring a Safe Delivery Every Time
August 16, 2018
In this article we are going to recap a handful of simple safety instructions for courier drivers. Whether you are new to courier work or an experienced old hand, it’s never a bad idea to remind yourself of the easy actions you can take before, during and after a delivery job to ensure the safety of yourself, your customers and members of the public.
Driving in a careful and considerate way not only protects everyone on the road, it keeps everyone in a good mood, which, in turn, increases your chances of repeat business.
Preparation is Key
There are a few ways you can prepar... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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162. There's an App for That: Encouraging Courier Self-Management
August 16, 2018
By the nature of the industry, the job of a fleet manager is in constant evolution. While advances in technology and logistics definitely contribute to the smoother running of a delivery operation, ensuring the drivers themselves take on a higher level of responsibility is paramount in optimising the workflow.
When it comes to courier self-management, the catch phrase “there’s an app for that” is not only appropriate but far reaching. While previously the use of tracking systems has allowed greater visibility for administrators, now the ball has been lobbed squarely into the drivers’ cou... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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163. Driver Doozies: The UK's Worst Road Habits
August 16, 2018
If you’re reading this there’s a high chance you’re a courier driver or, at the very least, interested in becoming one. This choice of career puts you among the most frequent road users in the UK, which also means you’re front and centre to some of the country’s worst driving habits. As a courier driver, understanding other drivers’ bad road habits will not only give you a heads’ up and remind you to expect the unexpected, it can also make you more aware of your own potentially problematic behaviour.
Do you do any of these? Of course you don’t…
Last Minute Decision Making
The ... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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164. china ganas fitness equipment wholesaler
August 10, 2018
Today in the 21st century, people's living standards and wealth growth have made people pay more attention to their own health. The fitness industry began to emerge at the end of the 20th century. Diversified fitness equipment has entered people's daily lives, making the fitness industry develop rapidly. Many people want to open a gym to achieve profitability, but a complete gym needs large quantity of fitness equipment, but the fitness equipment on the market is expensive. Then how to find a fitness equipment wholesaler with good quality and affordable price?
1:Brand Strength
Gene... (read more)
Author: mike MIKEJASSSS
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165. Learn How To Make Money With Transcription
August 05, 2018
Learn How To Make Money With Transcription Transcription is something you can do from home and there are always jobs available. If you are still unsure what transcription is...you see it all the time and don't even know it. When you watch a movie and turn on the cations...transcription. Radio, Podcasts, or ANY piece of music, audio file, or video file that needs to be translated to text...transcription. The cool thing is that you do not need ANY experience. You just have to have (or acquire) decent typing skills. If want or need any type of improvement o... (read more)
Author: Sarah Kuhlmann
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166. Sell Your Art Right From Home
August 05, 2018
Sell your art right from home:
Selling your art can be a mountainous stream of income and I only wish I would have known this sooner...
Whether you are selling physical arts and crafts, photography, or would like to learn how to sell your art digitally, I can help point you in the right direction!
sell your art right from home via PRINT ON DEMAND (P.O.D.)
Print on demand companies are a great way to go for making extra cash with no stress attached. Once you upload the design you created, the Print On Demand company will have it printed on an... (read more)
Author: Sarah Kuhlmann
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167. Gigs: (Simple ways to make money online AND in person)
August 05, 2018
What are GIGS? Gigs: (Simple ways to make money online AND in person) ? Simple ways to make money while usually not having to commit to any long time frame of work. Of course, some gigs can be made into full time income if you end up loving it! Here are 40+ Surprising ways to make extra money: Become a loan signing agent This is much easier than you think and truly minimal starting costs if you plan on doing this as a side hustle. This course will get you certified and walk you STEP BY STEP of all the documents you will see and how to get the steady cl... (read more)
Author: Sarah Kuhlmann
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168. Contact Experienced Outlook Technicians Using Toll-free Support Phone Number
August 02, 2018
Whenever you face any odd error codes or messages when using your Outlook email program, you should immediately contact Outlook help center and fix all types of technical issues in a real time. There is no need to worry at all as you can resolve the issue in a real time. With the help of real time tech support for Microsoft Outlook, you can resolve the issue with the help of a real time solution from certified technicians.
Whenever you find out the issue in your Outlook email, you should immediately contact Outlook support phone number and get an easy access to the experienced technicians... (read more)
Author: John Smith
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169. Are You In or Out? How to Decide if PHEVs Are Right for You
July 27, 2018
Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, or PHEVs for short, could well be the future of the transport industry. Haulage companies are using these vehicles more and more frequently – and for good reason. They’re about as green as you can get and they can cut costs down. However, the decision to switch is an individual one; there is no inherently right or wrong answer.
Read on to find out everything you need to know about this increasingly popular addition transport fleets, and decide for yourself if this is an option that could be right for your business.
Incentive to Change
Haulage co... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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170. Investing in Insurance- Hard for Haulage Companies
July 27, 2018
haulage companies or self-employed drivers with jobs in road transport and haulage work. Over 5,400 member companies are networked together through the Exchange to fill empty capacity, get new clients and form long-lasting business relationships.">Those who own or work for haulage companies know (often firsthand) how important it is to not only have insurance, but also to have the right kind. When you’re on the road as much as hauliers are, anything can happen – from a flat tyre to a flattened vehicle, there are always risks associated with this career choice, no matter how diligent a driver y... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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171. Investing in Insurance: Hard for Haulage Companies
July 27, 2018
Those who own or work for haulage companies know (often firsthand) how important it is to not only have insurance, but also to have the right kind. When you’re on the road as much as hauliers are, anything can happen – from a flat tyre to a flattened vehicle, there are always risks associated with this career choice, no matter how diligent a driver you may be.
Yet, getting yourself covered can seem like an impossible task at times, and obstacles can appear around any corner. Many insurers are either under or over informed when it comes to haulage companies and the work they do. Those who ... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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172. Haulage Howlers: The 8 Naughtiest Haulage Puns On The Road
July 27, 2018
Sauciness is the spice of life, right? And few places need livening up more than a traffic jam on the M4. That’s where the lorry driver’s unique sense of humour comes to the rescue, like a recovery vehicle - only much funnier and far more X-rated. Honestly, what haulage workers get up to these days! Forget potty humour, these guys go way further…
So, to brighten up a particularly mind-numbing strip of the M25, here are the eight dirtiest jokes yet found on the side of an HGV. Hats off to the hard working people doing haulage work! You are true masters of the mischievous pun.
Rude… ... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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173. On the Road Again: Tips for a Happy Relationship When You're a Haulier
July 25, 2018
For hauliers, maintaining a relationship while on the road is hard. But it’s not impossible, and it isn’t wise to allow our careers to get in the way of our personal lives. So what can those of us in haulage work do to ensure a happy, healthy relationship?
Cover the Distance
The most important aspect of any relationship is communication. Especially for a long-haul driver, it’s vital to keep in touch with one’s significant other. It’s difficult, too, but apps like Facetime have made it that bit easier.
Just remember not to let this slide. Life as a haulier is busy and it’s tirin... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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174. Do You Have What It Takes to Be a Lorry Driver?
July 25, 2018
It’s time to stop allowing the negative stereotypes that surround lorry drivers to put off those considering a career in haulage. In other words, it’s time to separate fact from fiction. Let’s prove, once and for all, that this profession requires skill, consideration and dedication.
As a first step, we’ve outlined the six most important qualities of a good lorry driver, in the real world, not in fantasy. So, do you have what it takes to be an A-class driver?
Vigilant
A top driver has to have all five senses working to their ultimate ability, always alert to the vehicle’s perf... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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175. Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks: the Switch to PHEVs
July 25, 2018
When your business is in haulage, work revolves around your vehicles: how well they’re driving, their wear and tear and so forth. After all, they are the lifeblood of your company, and they have to carry your loads from point A to point B seamlessly and reliably. Needless to say, the type of vehicle you choose is perhaps the most important decision you can make when it comes to the success of your business.
In recent years, more and more choices have come to light. If you’re one of the many companies who have made (or are thinking of making) the switch from traditional diesel to something... (read more)
Author: Laura Jeeves
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