Driven for Success
If you run a small trucking company — whether you’ve got one truck or forty — and want to run a smoother, smarter business, you’re in the right place.
I’m Mike Ritzema, founder of Superior Trucking Payroll Service, and each week I break down the business side of trucking: payroll, per diem, driver recruiting and retention, and all the back-office stuff that small carriers just don’t have time for.
You’ll get real-world stories, straight talk, and practical tips to help you avoid costly mistakes, stay on the road, and grow with confidence.
Episodes
13 episodes
S1 E12 QuickBooks Payroll and Trucking: What Works, What Doesn’t
QuickBooks Payroll is everywhere — it’s simple, it’s affordable, and for a lot of small business owners, it feels like the safe choice. And honestly? For many industries, it is. But trucking is a whole different world.In this ep...
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14:27
Top 4 Payroll Services for Trucking Companies (Pros & Cons) + Question of the Week
Let’s be honest — payroll isn’t just numbers on a page. It’s trust, it’s drivers’ livelihoods, it’s whether your business runs smoothly or falls into chaos. And when it comes to choosing who handles it, the decision can feel overwhelming.
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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17:11
S1 E10 Should You Keep Payroll for Your Trucking Company In-House or Use a Service?
Payroll is one of the most important — and stressful — parts of running a trucking company. The big question: should you keep it in-house, or hand it off to a service?In this episode of Driven for Success, Mike breaks down the <...
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Episode 10
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17:58
S1E9 Trucking Payroll Errors Hidden Costs & How to Avoid Them Plus September DPI update
In this episode of Driven for Success, Mike starts with the September Driver Pay Index update — a look at how driver wages are trending and what it means for small fleets trying to stay competitive.Then we dive into the m...
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S1 E8 IRS Trucking Audits: Red Flags Every Fleet Owner Should Know
The IRS is paying closer attention to trucking companies than ever before. In this episode, Mike breaks down the top red flags that trigger IRS audits — from payroll tax deposits and W-2 vs. 1099 misclassification to per diem compliance ...
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Episode 8
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17:22
5 Smart Ways Small Trucking Companies Can Use ChatGPT to Save Time and Run Smoother
Think AI tools like ChatGPT are just for big companies? Think again. In this episode of Driven for Success, Mike Ritzema shares six practical ways small trucking companies can use ChatGPT right now to save time, reduce stress, a...
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S1 E6 Let Drivers Opt Out… But First, Show Them This | Driven for Success Podcast
Should truck drivers be allowed to opt out of per diem pay programs? Absolutely — but it doesn’t mean they should.In this clip from the Driven for Success Podcast, we explain the smart way to handle driver objections, why some dri...
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Episode 6
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12:26
How to Roll Out Per Diem the Right Way: A Playbook for Trucking Companies
Thinking about offering per diem pay to your truck drivers? Rolling it out wrong can lead to driver confusion, compliance headaches, and missed savings. In this episode of Driven for Success, we give you a step-by-step guide to impleme...
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Episode 5
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14:52
Truck Drivers Love Per Diem — And Here's Why
Per diem isn’t just a tax strategy — it’s a powerful recruiting and retention tool. In this episode, we break down why truck drivers love per diem, how it increases their take-home pay, and why trucking companies should proudly fe...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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11:37
Per Diem for Trucking Companies: Save Big Money and Keep Drivers Happy
In this episode of Driven for Success, you’ll learn:What per diem actually is (and how it works in trucking)How it helps trucking companies save thousands in payroll taxes and insuranceWhy drivers l...
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Episode 4
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15:47
What Trucking Payroll Really Costs (And What You’re Not Seeing)
Think you know what you’re paying for payroll? Think again.In this episode of Driven for Success, we break down:The hidden costs of DIY payrollWhat most carriers miss when pricing servicesHow paying...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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12:35
W-2 vs. 1099 for Truck Drivers: What Every Carrier Should Know
Confused about whether your drivers should be W-2 employees or 1099 contractors? You're not alone — and getting it wrong can cost you big in audits, penalties, and lost drivers.In this episode of Driven for Success, we br...
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Episode 2
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12:35
Introducing Driven for Success — A Podcast for Trucking Company Owners
Welcome to Driven for Success — the podcast for small trucking company owners who want to run a smarter, more profitable business.In this quick trailer, I’ll share who this show is for, what we’ll cover, and what you can expect ...
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Episode 1
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