Period point blank! You gotta be driven to jump in this business, before I was in the cargo van biz I worked like a beast for corporate now I do the same thing for myself and that’s the true reward!

@lillyinthefield2787

Жыл бұрын

So pretty much it's not worth it is wht you both are saying ???? Please cut the crap. And be transparent is it worth it or no. Would u tell ur son to save uo for a van asap and do it or No???? Just. Ans. The ques. Plain smhhhh

@stmike504

Жыл бұрын

It’s not worth it since your looking for the easy dollar it takes patience skills and communication skills clearly seems like your misunderstanding @@lillyinthefield2787

@BornGreatMike

Жыл бұрын

@@lillyinthefield2787you have to see for yourself there is no yes or no answer. I could say becoming a car mechanic is worth it but there may be lazy people like you trying to find a get rich quick scheme without putting any effort in so what else is there to say???

@TC.._

8 ай бұрын

Nice

You earned a subscribed second video watched. Seem like a real cool dude thanks for the videos

Please keep uploading this content. This is great and everything you're doing for us is amazing! You're one of the content creators out there that is not lying or click baiting for views!

Facts Sir

I'm going to resubscribe....no matter my ownership status, this truth is valuable!!!

I'm just starting I'll be set up by the end of the month. I've tried to watch other channels But I can't seem to get into them lol. Thank you for all your work. I'll be working as an Amazon driver while I work my way up.

I just imagine working in NY/NYC

Thank you for your honesty:)

Always great content my friend 🦾✌🏼

I love the transparency and the reality check that you give people right at 12:18. That part is for people to understand that it’s an investment that you’re putting into every day but it’s also on you to hustle.

I am still looking in from the outside, but am at a point in my life where I have no attachments (single, with no family). I would like to go OTR doing cargo van expediting. Despite the current low paying cargo rates, I soon may be in a unique position whereby I can treat cargo vanning more like recreational van life. I am close to getting a contract job doing design work online. This contract would pay all of my bills and the work could be done wherever I have internet connection and during my cargo van down time.

@giggeezer

Жыл бұрын

If it fits within the greater scheme and goals that you've set out for yourself, why not? Over-the-road work is a lifestyle thing that some pursue.

@ToddRogers00

Жыл бұрын

Just get your cdl and do a home daily route. More money no expenses!

@TC.._

8 ай бұрын

​@@ToddRogers00could you still get a CDL with less than 20/20 vision? It may be hard to pass the Dot medical test to obtain a CDL in the first place.

Excellent Content!!!

Top notch advice sir.

Nice Contrast to All the make 10K a month videos out there. Nice of you to be very pragmatic about the reality. Hope this saves some people some heartache

You gig geezer thanks for the content bro very useful relevant seems accurate and very useful thanks bro

Starting a business isn’t for everyone!People only has the idea

Hello Gig Geezer, I love your videos. very informative. I am about to launch my owner operated van freight business here in Australia. My question is - How do you account for EXCESSIVE WAITING TIME at jobs? How much time do you allow and do you tell your clients this / charge them extra...?

@giggeezer

Жыл бұрын

It's been my experience that wait time starts after two hours. You have to be in close communication with your broker to ensure that you'll be paid for that wait time.

you should sell merchandise, hats,shirts,etc,and being professional means,look sharp..

I’m new to your channel. Thank you for the great advice sir! Im looking to getting into this business by the end of the year.

@giggeezer

9 ай бұрын

We're now near the end of 2023. Have you made your entry?

@ggoose3408

9 ай бұрын

Yes sir! Just purchased my Ford Transit 250. Got a few contracts and I’m up and rolling.

Good day, Appriciate your good program and i learn from it because i wish to launch my new cargo van business in canada , my question is as a 1st timer and novice in the business what dose it take to start a cargo van business in Canada? As a fresher do i need ro start with rented van for a beginner like me .. Thanks

This episode was 🔥🔥

GG thanks for your transparency and for sharing all the facts. Been doing the research and highly appreciate it. One question -- you mention labor and heavy lifting. Is it possible to survive on lighter food gig + otr freight that is only "no touch" -- where shipper/receiver does the heavy lifting or fork-lifting. Thx for your vids!

@giggeezer

11 ай бұрын

You might be able to transition into doing no-touch opportunities and adding opportunities doing gig food delivery work. But I can't give you a definitive answer -- much of that is market driven.

in all fun, and not trying to catch a stray, I'm only here for "BID-NES", and "YOUBER eats", 4:41. I'm country as hell too.

You a Real one! Thanks

What do you think of the listings on indeed with owner operators making 2500-4500 a week?

@giggeezer

Жыл бұрын

I won't say that it's not possible. But it just dawned upon me these listings base those numbers on the likely range per mile rate, which is often anywhere between .80 cents and $1.20 per mile. I would also venture to say those guys are putting in a LOT of miles each week, and that's given the fact they're out there two, three weeks at a time. Translated, it means these drivers are likely to be putting in more than 3,000 miles per week in order to get within that range. That's also based on if they're able to find consistent load opportunities.

I admire this channel. The only reason I unsubbed is because it's from the perspective of an owner. I'm a renter of a cargo van. I'm about to be an owner now that i've saved from renting first. It's not for everyone but I enjoy the content

@giggeezer

Жыл бұрын

There's no shame renting a van to do what you're doing. I'm glad you'll be soon in a position of being a van owner. There's still no pause or sighing of relief once you've signed those papers of ownership. You have to make it work every day you're out there.

@TruckingMomof3

Жыл бұрын

@@giggeezer ABSOLUTELY! Not if you need to support a household (as I do). Another thing I admire about this channel, It's not watered down to get likes. It's the real deal in terms of what it takes. I have mandatory weekends, but m-f NO HOURS OFF! lol thank for the real lowdown

I really like your business plan. I just wish I was about 25 years younger...I wish I had learned this some years back.

@giggeezer

Жыл бұрын

Why wish being 25 years younger? Just get out there. There was no such thing as a gig economy as we know of currently 25 years ago. Hell, the internet still was a relatively new thing in 1998. America Online was the Facebook of its day.

I would like to use a few of your delivery gear links but for some reason Amazon doesn't open the link

@giggeezer

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for bringing this to my attention. I'll be following up on it.

great video Gig Geezer.

Or how can i solve this and which advice and company could you refer me to work for

These are common concerns about every business, not just this industry.

@giggeezer

Жыл бұрын

How are the concerns I mentioned in this video common among other businesses? How is lifting, pulling, and tugging heavy items common if one pursues being an insurance agent?

@harrambeejackson1300

Жыл бұрын

@giggeezer You mentioned the "unknown" and not knowing if there will be profitable work daily. Every business owner has this concern regardless of what field you are in. You also mention about your "break-point". Again, almost every new business owner has these concerns. The smarter business owners plan for 3-6 months of loss, but regardless, this is concern just about every business owner has, regardless of the type of business he/she conducts.

@giggeezer

Жыл бұрын

@@harrambeejackson1300 , I agree with your point. I'm sure you'll agree, too, that most people don't think of these concerns. I'm just articulating them because it seems necessary especially in a forum like KZread.

Hey Geezer I have a cargo van its dedicated during the week but I'm wanting to do some weekend work. Any suggestions? I'm in Greenville SC just up the road from you.

@giggeezer

Жыл бұрын

If you're talking weekends, you could try the gig apps. But I would also work on a cash game (i.e., building your business by word of mouth.)

Hi, how are you? I am new to the channel. I appreciate your information so much. How do you feel about purchasing an older cargo van at first, until my foot is in the door, so to speak? I could work until I have enough saved to purchase a newer van. The problem is: I have heard that some companies will not offer you a contract unless one has an almost new van. If there is reliability, insurance, etc etc, I really do not see what it matters. I am a tad lost in this arena.

@giggeezer

Жыл бұрын

You don't have to have almost a brand new van, but some places won't do business with you unless your vehicle is within a certain age range. Usually, that number is within seven to 10 years, or newer. On gig apps, it may go back as far as 15 to 20 years, or newer.

Gig Geezer you have to ignore those negative people.

im a trucker and this game sounds interesting because no eld but sounds like its a gamble

@giggeezer

Жыл бұрын

Vehicles under 10k GVWR are not required to have electronic logs, so how is it a gamble?

You have to break down your expenses in daily so your insurance which will be monthly and needs to be broke down in daily petrol daily. Obviously food or whatever it is. You're doing maintenance and then you put your daily budget. You see you're only going to be my money once you are not dining budget if you're a single and young and have a car licence It is probably better for them in someone with a family. Not saying you can't make it work

I was thinking about subscribing and I really enjoy listening to you, hoping to learn. But all that cussing language. SMH. Hoping you take this as healthy criticism and at the least consider what Im saying. Blessing and success to you

@giggeezer

11 ай бұрын

It's your choice not to fucking subscribe. I talk as I goddamn well please just as I write as I goddamn well please.

Is your business just dedicated to doing delivery apps or do you have your own delivery business?

@giggeezer

Жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/lI1psbuofJOYeKg.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/qIGE08miYs-Yd7g.html

Haters everywhere bro

I wish saw video like that befor I went to get my van 😢just want to give up

It's Not. Get a real job The End.

@giggeezer

Жыл бұрын

Did you get a W-2 instead?