Course Description

The trucking industry can offer freedom and financial opportunity, but without a plan, many drivers find themselves isolated, unhealthy, or stuck without a way out. This course helps you get ahead of those challenges. Whether you’re just starting or have years behind the wheel, you’ll learn how to build financial stability, stay connected to a supportive community, and take care of your physical and mental health. By taking small, intentional steps today, you can create a future that’s not only sustainable but full of possibility.

Course Syllabus

Lesson 1: The Long Haul – Understanding the Common Pitfalls of a Trucking Career

Learning Objectives:

• Identify the top long-term challenges truckers face (financial, physical, emotional).
  
• Recognize signs of burnout and stagnation in the industry.
  
• Begin to assess your current trajectory and goals.

Lesson 2: Financial Freedom on the Road

Learning Objectives:

• Understand key personal finance concepts tailored to truckers.
  
• Explore how to budget with a variable income.
  
• Learn about retirement savings, emergency funds, and investing.
  

Lesson 3: Staying Connected – Building Community and Relationships

Learning Objectives:

• Explore the mental and emotional toll of long-haul isolation.
  
• Identify ways to stay connected with family, friends, and fellow drivers.
  
• Discover trucking communities, meetups, and support networks.

Lesson 4: Your Health is Your Business

Learning Objectives:

• Learn how to create small but effective fitness routines.
  
• Identify health risks specific to truckers and how to address them.
  
• Gain tips for eating well, even at truck stops.

Lesson 5: Planning for What’s Next – Beyond the Cab

Learning Objectives:

• Identify career transitions available for seasoned drivers.
  
• Learn how to transfer your skills to other roles or industries.
  
• Begin setting personal and professional goals for your next chapter.

Lesson 6: Putting It All Together – Creating Your Future-Ready Roadmap

Learning Objectives:

• Reflect on what matters most to you in life and work.
  
• Create a simple action plan to improve one area (money, health, or connection).
  
• Gain access to tools and resources that support your long-term growth.