Welcome back to The Road Show with Tony Justice and Friends! We’re rolling into season two with an inspiring conversation featuring my good friend Charles Gracey. Charles has worn just about every hat in the trucking world—from driver to recruiter to successful entrepreneur—and now serves as Managing Director of CDL Life. He’s also the host of Cents Per Mile on FreightWaves TV and Trucking Sense on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Radio (Channel 146), where he gives drivers a platform to be heard.In this episode, we dig into Charles’ journey from growing up in a trucking family to building and selling his own recruiting company. We talk about the calculated risks that come with betting on yourself, the importance of networking and building relationships, and the power of taking pride in whatever job you do. Whether you’re behind the wheel dreaming of your next step or already making moves toward a new chapter, Charles’ story is packed with insight, encouragement, and some hard-earned truth about success in and out of the cab.

Topics Discussed in the Episode

• How growing up in a trucking family shaped Charles’ work ethic and career path

• Lessons from driving, recruiting, and running a successful business

• Why building relationships and asking questions is key to growth

• • The value of taking calculated risks and betting on yourself
  • How Trucking Sense gives drivers a voice on SiriusXM and connects the industry

  Links & Resources

  • CDL Life: https://cdllife.com

  • Cents Per Mile on FreightWaves TV
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• Trucking Sense on SiriusXM Road Dog Trucking Radio: Channel 146
• Connect with Charles on social media: @DrPhilOfTrucking

Big thanks to Charles for sharing his story, his advice, and his passion for the trucking industry. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, follow, and leave us a review—and share The Road Show with your fellow drivers and friends. Until next time, keep it safe out there and God bless!