I am 45 years old, and road transport driving is the best job I have ever had. That said, trucking requires commitment, hard work, determination and a positive outlook on being successful. Unfortunately, many new drivers are sabotaging before their careers ever start. Let's cover some common mistakes that new truck drivers make. Prepare for the challenge ahead The first thing you need to understand is that trucking will be one of the most challenging endeavors of your life. You will maneuver through an emotional obstacle course before reaching your goals. CDL Training will push you to your limits, and sometimes you may even regret your decision to take a shot in this career. Remember, pain is only temporary. The challenge of taking on a few months of CDL training and a year of apex hurdles is nothing in the big scheme of things. Keep a good attitude and persevere. I survived a decade and a half of postal hell so you can survive a year of making mistakes and refining your truc...