In Episode 13 of The Miles and Mentors Podcast, Alex Powers interviews Tierra Allen, also known as "The Sassy Trucker." Known for her powerful presence across TikTok and YouTube, Tierra shares her inspiring journey from nursing to trucking and the unique challenges she has faced as a female driver. With a mission to mentor others, Tierra opens up about how social media helped her overcome the isolation of long-haul driving and connect with a community of aspiring truckers.

Tierra discusses what it’s like to break stereotypes, the safety concerns unique to women in the industry, and her long-term goals to build her own business and encourage more women to pursue careers in trucking. This episode is filled with powerful advice for both new and experienced drivers, as well as anyone looking to take control of their career path.

Episode Timestamps:

• 01:15 – Tierra’s journey from nursing to trucking

• 04:10 – Overcoming gender stereotypes in a male-dominated industry

• 08:05 – Using social media to combat isolation and connect with others

• 12:20 – Safety tips for female truck drivers

• 16:30 – The challenges of balancing content creation with life on the road

• 20:45 – Tierra’s five-year plan and goals for the future

• 25:50 – Thoughts on technology’s impact on the trucking industry

• 29:30 – The value of mentorship and Tierra’s role as a mentor for other female drivers

• 33:15 – Advice for those considering a career in trucking

Guest Contact Info: Tierra Allen
“The Sassy Trucker”

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SassyTruckerr
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sassy.trucker
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSassyTrucker
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sasssy.trucker

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