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Disciplined Dads: Personal Responsibility Through Self-Discipline

Over-the-road fathers have duties to themselves and their families. Adults may use self-discipline to ensure the bills are paid on time, whereas kids may use it to maintain their grades. Join Prime driver dad James Burrow as he provides advice on the value of self-discipline.

A Trucker’s Toolbox: Facing Your Fears with a Dose of Courage

This week on Prime Good Dads, we’re sharing advice on helping our children (and ourselves) face our fears, just in time for Halloween.

You Can Do It!: Providing Encouragement While Over-the-Road

“It’s a humanity thing,” said Prime driver and father of four Marcel McDowell regarding the value of encouragement. Whether you’re in need of a boost in morale or you’re giving a helpful word to a friend, encouragement is something we all could use a little more of.

Take a Licking, Keep on Ticking: Endurance for Over-the-Road Fathers

“I don’t know the word ‘quit.’” That’s what Prime driver of twelve years and uncle Alfred Hincks had to say about the value of endurance. From stories of his late grandfather to getting inspiration from his family, Alfred shares his philosophy of never giving up and having endurance, even when the going gets tough.

I Feel For You: Showing Empathy for Others

For Prime driver and father of two Chris Suitor, empathy is “to understand what someone is going through, not because you went through it, but you know whatever the situation is and why they’re feeling that way.” Don't miss this week's blog on empathy.

From the Truck Driver’s Daughter: Back-to-School Tips

This week on the Prime Good Dads blog, we’re exploring ways over-the-road dads can help their children as they navigate the new school year. Don’t miss advice from the truck driver’s daughter!

Self “Care”ier: The Benefits of “Me Time”

Between the demands work and home life, it can seem impossible for over-the-road dads to take proper care of themselves. Join us this week for Prime driver of ten years Michael Johnson’s advice on how over-the-road dads can take advantage of some much needed “me time,”

“Mother” Lode: The Role of Moms in Over-the-Road Life

Heidi Eck, mother of six and wife of Prime driver Anthony Eck, has spent nine years as an over-the-road driver with her husband. Last October, she came off the road and began an in-house position at Prime. She knows about being a good mom, both over-the-road and at home!

Keeping the Tank Full: Finding What Motivates You

How can Prime fathers keep the tank full and stay motivated? Don't miss advice from Prime driver father and author of "When Dad is Home" Mongrick Shepherd.