Wes & Chris Talk Moving
6 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago -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 [email protected].
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Episodes
Episode 13: Jose Vargas, Fleet Manager
March 08, 2023 12:34 - 57 minutes - 79.9 MBToday 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.
We're Back!
February 18, 2023 20:11 - 1 hour - 90.4 MBAfter 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.
Wes & Chris Talk Moving
March 22, 2020 11:23 - 53 minutes - 58.9 MBThis 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@stewar...
Wes& Chris Talk Moving
January 19, 2020 11:46 - 51 minutes - 51.5 MBThis week we discuss hauling from 2 perspectives, Drivers and dispatch. This can be a difficult conversation because these 2 entities look at it from totally different lenses. Join us as we discuss how drivers and dispatchers approach the task that creates the highest revenue in the moving industry!
Wes &Chris Talk Moving
January 12, 2020 13:46 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBOn this episode, we welcome Charles White, president of the International Association of Movers. IAM has been at the front lines of the GHC (Govenment Household goods Contract), lobbying in favor of moving and relocation companies all over the world. The have also been instrumental in educating it's members on GHC and how we can be prepared moving forward. Listen in as Chuck breaks down where the GHC is now, how we got to this point, and what it might look like down the road. You're not...
Talk Moving
December 25, 2019 13:31 - 47 minutes - 51.3 MBIn this first episode, we jump in the deep end. We introduce ourselves and discuss our history in the moving industry. We also explain our thoughts on the importance of our drivers.