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The Right Fit for Drivers with Beth Potratz

The Right Fit for Drivers with Beth Potratz

FromThe Logistics of Logistics


The Right Fit for Drivers with Beth Potratz

FromThe Logistics of Logistics

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Length:
49 minutes
Released:
Jan 3, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Beth Potratz and Joe Lynch discuss The Right Fit for Drivers. Beth is the Founder and CEO of Drive My Way, a unique, personalized recruiting service that matches CDL truck drivers with available jobs based on their qualifications and personal preferences. About Beth Potratz Beth Potratz, Co-Founder and CEO for Drive My Way, has over 20 years of experience. Beth is an innovative, forward-thinking HR professional who is disrupting truck driver recruiting by treating the driver as a consumer in the employment relationship and making recruiting personal again. Beth is passionate about helping people find a meaningful career that fits their lifestyle. Prior to Drive My Way, Beth built a successful HR consulting practice serving organizations in a variety of industries and held senior positions at Unilever, Rockwell Automation and Helene Curtis. Beth earned a Master of Labor Relations and Human Resources from Cleveland State University and a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Communication from Loyola University of Chicago. Beth resides in Cleveland, Ohio and enjoys spending time with family. About Drive My Way Drive My Way is a unique, online, personalized recruiting service that matches CDL truck drivers with available jobs based on their qualifications and personal preferences. It makes the challenge of finding the right employer and the ideal driver much easier than traditional recruiting sites. Through its one-of-a-kind Match My Way™ technology, Drive My Way brings employers and CDL truck drivers together for the best possible fit. Ultimately, employers benefit from the ability to identify which drivers best match their opportunities — and drivers find fulfilling employment that suits their personal preferences regarding schedule, location, benefits and other perks. With Drive My Way, employers can expedite the hiring process and lower recruiting costs, and drivers can search confidentially and use the Match My Way score to identify better-matched jobs. At Drive My Way, we strive to put you in control. The company tagline is My life. My job. My way™. And they mean it. Key Takeaways: The Right Fit for Drivers Drive My Way is a CDL driver recruiting company revolutionizing the industry by putting the focus back on individual needs and preferences. They aim to create win-win situations for both drivers and employers, leading to happier drivers, lower turnover, and ultimately, a stronger supply chain. Drive My Way's unique, online, and personalized approach to CDL recruiting delivers the following advantages:  Personalized Driver Matching: Drive My Way uses a sophisticated algorithm that matches drivers with jobs based on over 20 unique criteria, including desired routes, pay, benefits, and company culture. This ensures drivers find jobs they truly love, reducing dissatisfaction and turnover. Empowering Drivers: Unlike traditional recruiters, Drive My Way puts drivers in control. They create their own profiles, choose which jobs to see, and communicate directly with employers. This gives them the freedom and flexibility to find the perfect fit. Reducing Hassle for Employers: Finding qualified drivers can be a time-consuming and expensive headache. Drive My Way takes the pain out of the process by sourcing pre-qualified candidates who match their specific needs. They also offer tools to streamline onboarding and communication. Focus on Retention: Drive My Way understands that happy drivers are productive drivers. They offer resources and support to help drivers succeed in their jobs, leading to increased retention and lower costs for employers. Data-Driven Approach: Drive My Way leverages data and analytics to continuously improve their matching algorithm and platform. This ensures they're always adapting to the changing needs of the industry and providing the best possible experience for drivers and employers. Commitment to Diversity: Drive My Way is actively working to attract and retain drivers from underrepresented groups in th
Released:
Jan 3, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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The Logistics of Logistics is a podcast hosted by industry expert Joe Lynch. Joe interviews founders, executives, and innovators who are shaping the future of logistics and supply chain. Topics include transportation, logistics, warehousing, technology, supply chain, and ecommerce. The Logistics of Logistics audience expects an inside perspective of what’s next in logistics and supply chain delivered via podcasts, videos, and articles. Topics include: Transportation Topics Small package, Small parcel, Air Cargo, Ocean Shipping, Ocean freight, Bulk carriers, Cargo ships, Container ships, Tankers (ocean tankers), Refrigerated ships (reefers), Roll-on/roll-off ships, Multi-purpose ship, General cargo ship, Break bulk cargo, General cargo, Less Than Truckload, LTL, Tractor, Trailers, Tractor-trailers, 48-foot trailer, 53-foot trailer, Truck lift-gate, Truck terminals, Truckload (TL), Full Truckload (FTL), Freight, Palleted freight, Pallets, Fleet acquisition, Equipment, Drivers, Truck Drivers, Driver leasing, Driver training, Driver safety, Hours of Service (HOS), Electronic Logging Device (ELD), Driver outsourcing, Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC) Carrier contract, Spot rates, Contract rates, Pickup and delivery, Carrier Instructions, Freight characteristics, Dock management, Intermodal, Containerization, Containers, Final mile, Last mile, Rail transportation Warehousing Topics Warehouse storage, manufacturers, importers, exporters, wholesalers, transport businesses, customs, Pick and Pack, Sub-assembly, Site Location, Distribution Center Management, Inbound shipping, Outbound shipping, Receiving, Putaway, Put-away, Order processing, Replenishment, Pulling, Restocking, Picking, Validation, Sorting, Distribution Center Management System (DCMS), Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), Supply, Demand, Inventory, Inventory Management, Cross-docking, Cross-dock, Ecommerce fulfillment, Fulfillment, Packaging Logistics Topics 3rd party logistics, 3PL, 4th party logistics, 4PL, Just-in-Time (JIT), Payment auditing, Freight auditing, Payment Processing, Freight brokerage, Freight broker, Digital freight brokerage, Digital freight broker, Transparency, Visibility Special Topics Direct to Home, Direct to Store, Sustainability, Green Logistics, Reverse Logistics, Product Lifecycle Management, Supply Chain Security Analysis, Contingency planning, Crisis Planning, Global Expansion, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ), Logistics Consulting, Transportation Consulting, Import / Export, Customs, Labor Management, Marketing Services, Customer Service Technology Topics Supply chain technology, Freighttech, Freight tech, Freight technology, EDI, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Predictive Analytics, Technology Services, Web Services, Global Trade Management (GTM), Transportation Management System (TMS), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Supplier Management, Customer Management, Cloud Based Solutions, Wireless