Creative expression is a great way for over-the-road dads to bond with their families. But as we all know, creativity involves so much more than artistic skills: It involves thinking outside the box to solve problems.
Good Dads spoke with seasoned Prime father Ron Hoover on these topics and more.
John Skipper and his nine-year-old son, Giovanni, aka Ninja, express their creativity in different ways. Their forms of expression have allowed the father-son pair to stay connected, even while John is working over-the-road. We hope you enjoy some of the ways they express themselves creatively—and that it gets your wheels turning on ways to connect with your own family!
The phrase “it’s all downhill from here” can mean “things are about to get worse,” or “things are about to get better.” It all depends on your perspective! Good Dads spoke with James Novalis, father of two and Prime driver for nearly 20 years, to talk about resilience. He shared his views on the role that fathers play in leading their children to become resilient adults and some strategies that have helped him throughout his tenure at Prime.
American Trucking Association’s Driver of the Year Award recipient Thomas Miller is no stranger to change, whether it’s changes in the industry or back home. The father of two and grandfather to three shares insights on the value of perseverance through his nearly 26 years of service, dedication and determination..
Change can and will happen to you as an over-the-road father. How can having an open mind help? For Prime driver and father of four Marcel McDowell, having an open mind means recognizing the ups and downs of the job and embracing the inevitable changes.
There’s never a dull moment in the life of an over-the-road driver. From evolutions in the industry to road closures to unexpected weather, it seems that plans always tend to change. The same can be said for fatherhood. Hear insights from Prime father Chad Mathews.
Prime driver and father Anthony Eck provides a sense of optimism and stability for his family. With plenty of experience under his belt in the world of fatherhood and trucking, he provides insights on the concept of “optimal optimism” in this week’s blog.
We’ve all heard the metaphor related to optimism about the glass being half full or half empty. For Prime driver Roy Romo, or “everyone’s favorite Uncle Roy,” his glass is bubbling over. Roy has 15 years of driving experience, and at 68 years old, he and his co-driver and wife of 10 years, Renee, say they’re nowhere near stopping.
Prime driver of nearly eight years Charles Smith provides insights into what mindfulness looks like for him. A father to six adult children and 11 grandchildren (with a 12th on the way), he has plenty of experience when it comes to taking a step back and analyzing a situation before reacting. Through the ups and downs of life, consider how mindfulness can improve your ability to be patient.
We’ve all heard the phrase “patience is a virtue.” Is there any truth to that sentiment? How can you set a good example to others by learning self-control? What are some strategies to prevent you from losing control? Dive in for advice and strategies from Prime driver Michael Johnson.
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