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Wes & Chris Talk Moving Chris Ivy
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Wes Stewart and Chris Ivy have a combined total of over 50 years in the moving industry. Companies in this industry need people. They need people with different talents and skills to be successful and thrive. This industry is always changing because of advancement in technology, customer demands, and government intervention. Regardless of all of that, it takes people! People to move the furniture, people to drive the trucks, and people to answer the phone. This business is full of those people that make this industry great. We discuss their roles, learn what their impact is, and listen to their stories. This industry is all about the people that show up to work everyday and make it happen! If you have any questions or comments for us, please drop us a line at podcast@stewartms.com.
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Episode 13: Jose Vargas, Fleet Manager
Today we are joined by Jose Vargas. He has served as fleet manager for SMS for the last year. We discuss his process and workflow for helping drivers increase uptime and avoid breakdowns, We talk about ways to decrease expenses when it comes to fuel consumption and tires, and much more. Jose is a valuable resource to this company and to our drivers. Enjoy the show.
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We're Back!
After a lengthy break, we're back with a new episode! A lot has changed and we are here to bring it to you. This week we invite Skip Austin to the show. Skip is our driver liason and he brings a lifetime of experience and a wealth of knowledge to this company. We discuss electronic inventory and a lot more. Enjoy the show.
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Episode 12 Equipment Cost of Ownership
This week we discuss trucks and equipment and what the costs of owning them are. We discuss buying, selling, and maintaining. There are a lot of different ideas about the most effective way to manage this part of the business and we discuss several of them. Whether you are an Owner/Operator or the owner moving company, we discuss the differences.
If you have any questions or comments about the show, or would like to make suggestions for future episodes, email Wes & Chris at podcast@stewartms.com. Enjoy the show! -
Episode 11 Winter Strategy
This week we discuss the focus shift and strategies from peak season to non-peak season. We discuss everything from business planning to personnel to equipment and warehouse. We also talk about the evolution of the industry from 20 years ago to present day. Enjoy the show! If you have any comments or questions, please drop us a line at podcast@stewartms.com.
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Episode 10 Jimmy Re
This week we welcome our guest, Jimmy Re, to the podcast. Jimmy is the owner of Star International in Dulles, VA. Jimmy brings his expertise of international moving to the table. We discuss all the ins & outs, and share a few laughs along the way. Sit back and enjoy, you don't want to miss it.
If you have any comments or questions, or you have suggestions for future episodes you can email Wes and Chris at podcast@stewartms.com. Enjoy the show. -
Episode 9 The company and the Owner/Operator
Today Wes and Chris discuss the relationship between owner operators and companies. Everything from how they get paired up to contracts to individual responsibilities. Join the conversation by letting us know what you think. You can email us at podcast@stewartms.com to comment or give suggestions. We'd love to hear from you!