Wish you could save more money on your fuel costs?  Check out what some companies are doing to help you out.

FUEL CREDIT CARDS

Truckers Advantage www.truckersadvantage.com

This is a fuel credit card that is honored at Fleet One fueling sites nationwide and at over 1,300 rebate and $0 transaction fee locations.  Something to consider is the transaction fee per location.  It doesn’t say that ALL locations are transaction fee free, so you may want to check first.

Momentum Fuel Card offers fleet cards offer up to 20 cents off per gallon on your fuel purchases.  If you are a fleet owner, this might be worth looking into.  www.momentumfuelcard.com

If you choose a fuel credit card, look at the fine print.  Some give you a very low introductory APR rate and then jack the APR to 11+% after the introductory period ends.  Be aware of what this card could potentially cost you in the long run.  Also look at annual fees, if there are any.

Fleet Cards USA offers a fuel savings calculator and assists in finding the right credit card for you.  Fleetcardsusa.com

You pick the area of the country, your vehicle type (18 wheeler) and number of trucks you have.  Two is the least number of vehicles this site will calculate for but if you are a single owner-operator, just divide the Average Savings in half.  Pretty simple.  Something to also consider.

LOYALTY PROGRAMS

Petro Truck Stops

Petro Truck Stops www. Petrotruckstops.com are nationwide and have a rewards program called Petro Passport Driver Rewards.  Here’s a link to get you there.  http://www.petrotruckstops.com/driver_rewards.sstg

You earn 1 point for each gallon of diesel fuel purchased and 1 point for each dollar spent on Petro:Lube services (some exclusions apply).

Redeem points at any of their locations, looking for the Passport kiosk to print out Award Certificates.  Award certificates may be redeemed at the Travel Store, the Iron Skillet Restaurant, the Fuel Island, and at Petro:Lube for all products and services excluding fuel, tobacco, and lottery tickets.  Membership looks to be free as I didn’t find anything indicating otherwise.

Travel Centers of America

Truck Stops of America is another large chain across the country  www.tatravelcenters.com is partnered with Petro Truck Stops to provide Loyalty Program options to drivers.  Earn points to use in their restaurants, shops, and stores.  Plus they have an on-line catalog for easy shopping as well.  Check their website if interested.  Membership is free.

And, while you are on the internet checking everyone else out, check out Easy Trucking Software.  www.easytruckingsoftware.com It is a great software program designed by a trucker for truckers at a reasonable cost and no additional fees of any kind.  Get a FREE Trial Download by going to www.easytruckingsoftware.com and click on Download.  Follow the directions and install it on your computer.  Very easy to use and the download can be turned into either the Owner Operator version or Fleet version with a password.  Information entered into the program is saved, no need to re-enter anything.  Try it before you buy it!  The only thing you spend is your time.

The bottom line is shop around!

Check with your financial institution for a line of credit on your Debit card for business.  See what they can recommend to you.

Like I said before, be aware of all the fine print, such as % rate or APR cost (annual percentage rate), and annual fees if you are looking for a fuel credit card.  If you are faithful on paying the balance off on a credit card each and every month, then the interest rate is not as important to you as to those who may carry a balance month to month.  You may be more interested in the rewards the card may offer than the costs, since you won’t be accruing any.

Let me know if there is a topic/subject you would like to see in my blog and let me know how I’m doing.

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Are you regularly asking for discounts?  If not, why not?  The worst someone will say is no and it didn’t you cost you anything for asking.   But it could be worth your asking time if the answer is yes.  Think of the possibilities of where you could be saving some money.

Discount on your insurance for loss-free driving and ticket-free driving.  Insurance companies love the squeaky clean driver and sometimes reward you accordingly.

Shop around when looking for an insurance company.  Ask some questions about any discount programs they may have and compare pricing.  It could be worth it to be able to pay your truck insurance on a monthly basis rather than quarterly, semi-annually or annually.  If you are dealing with an Independent Agent, try to get a better deal on insurance by bundling your personal vehicles, motorized toys and home/renters insurance all together for bigger discounts on everything.  Ask other truckers who they have for insurance coverage and whether or not they would recommend them and why.  Most people will gladly share good and bad experiences with companies.  You ultimately decide who is going to get your $$ for coverage.

How about meal discounts?  Take advantage of customer appreciate cards at food stops you frequent.  Some may give you reward $$ that accumulate and others give a free meal after the purchase of others.   Ask the waitress/waiter if they have any program and participate if it’s to your advantage.  Those of you with AARP cards or eligible for the seniors discount, don’t be shy to ask for that discount on your meals.  It all adds up.

I can just hear what you are saying that you can write off your meals.  Maybe so, but we are talking daily out of pocket expenses that you encounter every day.  You decide whether or not you want to keep more of your money right now or wait until the end of the year.  You can still write off your meals, but a little extra cash right now is my first choice.  How about you?

Asking for discounts at big box stores like Wal-Mart doesn’t work so well unless the item is slightly damaged but still usable.  But if you are dealing with a local business, sometimes you can fernagel (negotiate) a better deal by just asking an employee or asking for the manager.

Did you know that the United States is the only country where the people don’t dicker (negotiate) prices with a seller.  True!  Give it a try sometime and tell me about your experiences.

About a year ago my stove quit.  We talked about what I wanted in the next stove and how much we could afford to spend.  And guess what, we found what we were looking for at the price we were willing to pay which was almost half what the stove was originally priced.  Of course the salesman is going to direct you to the more expensive models but we found ours discounted as a floor model and it came with the full one-year warranty which I took advantage of when the oven didn’t heat correctly.  A new “brain” was installed at no cost and everything is now good.  Had we not asked for a better deal, the salesman never would have directed us to the floor models that were for sale.

I am a big Dave Ramsey fan.  If you never heard of him, google the name Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University and check him out.  He gives sound money management advice/debt reduction which has helped us and many others we know.  He also teaches asking for discounts and negotiating prices and not to be afraid of walking away.  If someone is eager/commissioned for a sale, they will try to do whatever they can to make that sale.

We at Easy Trucking Software try to help you keep more of your money as well.  We provide a quality product at a reasonable price you pay for only once.  And if you are an OOIDA member, ask me about the discount we offer just for you.  www.easytruckingsoftware.com Get a FREE Trial Download to check us out before you even spend $1 of your money on anything.  www.easyruckingsoftware.com click on Download.

So back to asking for discounts…….like I said earlier, if you don’t ask, you don’t get.  And the worst that could happen is a no.  But the best that could happen is you save some money right now.

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Knowing the base cost of fuel can save you money.  Want to know how?  Keep reading.

With the cost of fuel what it is, being a successful trucking is getting harder.  That is why you absolutely have to know how to calculate your next fuel purchase.

As you know, the cost of fuel is comprised of the actual fuel cost plus the state and federal taxes collected on each gallon.

It is essential that you know the base cost of the fuel so you can make wise buying decisions.  For example, if you are in one state that has fuel of $2.99 a gallon and has a $0.35 per gallon tax, that would give you a base cost of $2.64 per gallon ($2.99 – $0.35 = $2.64).

The state right next to it is selling fuel for $2.79 a gallon. That looks like a very attractive price, however, their tax rate is only $0.09 per gallon.

This then brings the base cost of the fuel to $2.70 a gallon which is considerably higher than the previous state.  ($2.79 – $0.09 = $2.70)

Finding the tax rates in the Easy Trucking Software program is very simple.

Just go to the tax table page in Fuel Manager and click on the fuel tax rates on the internet button.  That will open your web browser to www.ifta.org which lists the tax rates for each quarter.

By subtracting the tax rate from the gallon of fuel you will know the base cost of fuel and be able to make wise buying decisions.

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Tires…….are they really all equal???

According to one of our customer’s by name of Wildbill this is what he has been doing to help improve his MPG.

Wildbill tells me he got another 1.5 mpg out of his old 95 volvo with 2,398,523 miles on it and 3.91 rears with 18sp.  “Unless you drive in mud or off road like flat bedders, change your drivers out for all position steers.  I am using Bridgstone r280 getting almost 200,000 miles on them with rotation of course.  But fact is they are extremely fuel efficient and according to Bridgstone the tire has about 5 % less rolling resistance than a normal drive tire.  And when you do that times 8 tires thats 40% difference on the roll.”

“I get great traction in rain, snow, and ice using the same driving practices.”

Thank you Wildbill for sharing your experiences with us.

Tell me how your tires measure up and what are you doing different to help with more getting MPG.

If you have a topic you would like to see an article on, let me know.  I am always interested in hearing from the audience of what you think and what you want to hear more about.

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Lets start with staying physically cool.

Staying at a comfortable temperature in your truck is a must.  Nothing is worse than being outside in 90+ degrees weather with matching humidity.  All your clothes stick to you and it’s just plain uncomfortable.   Your truck air conditioner is working extra hard to keep you cool but here are a few other tips to help keep you cool with or without air conditioning.

• Have a fan mounted to the inside of your cab and let it run in low to keep the air moving around.  Having air moving across your skin makes you feel cooler even in warmer temperatures and allows you to turn the truck air conditioner a little higher to help on mpg.  Air circulating also helps keep you more alert.
• Wet a bandana in cold water and wrap it over the back of your neck.  It helps cool your head and makes you feel cooler.
• The body radiates heat from the hands, feet, face and ears, so cooling any of these will efficiently cool the body.
• Use a spray bottle of water and give your face a quick spritz.  Ahhhhh I feel cooler already!
• When you make a stop, hold your wrists under cold running water or use a cold beverage bottle on your wrists, face and neck.

Keeping a cool head helps keep your body healthy.  Losing your temper and getting all worked up over something raises your blood pressure.  And lets face it, none of us need this!  Here are a few tips to help to keep a cool head.

• Think before reacting.  Everyone makes mistakes, no exceptions.  A slip of the tongue at the wrong time can hurt business relationships.  Not Cool!
• Check your blood pressure when you can.  Use either your own portable unit or free-standing blood pressure stations when you find them.  Almost any Wal-Mart with a pharmacy will have one.  If you get more than a couple readings that are on the high side, see your doctor or healthcare professional for their opinion.
• Drink your water.  If you are waiting until you become thirsty to get a drink of water, you are already dehydrated.  Bottoms up with a tall glass of cool crisp refreshing water!
• Thirsty????  Go get yourself a refreshing bottle/glass of water!
  

Just like taking care of yourself, you also need to take care of your business.  Using Easy Trucking Software helps you do just that.  The Easy Trucking Software program is designed for truckers just like you.  Here is what Easy Trucking Software can do for you:

• Track all your income
• Track all your expenses
• Create invoices
• Track fuel purchases and miles in state for IFTA reporting
• Reports galore – Totals Report for IFTA, IRP, Profit & Loss, Statements, plus much more

Click here to get a Free Trial Download of the Easy Trucking Software program.  Check it out and see for yourself.  We have thousands of customers using Easy Trucking Software every day.

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You know, I was reading an article the other day that stated during the summer and when it is particularly hot, that fuel expands.  A 1.5% fuel expansion during the summer could amount to an annual cost of $1,200 per truck for fuel that you never receive.  So pumping fuel at night when the temperature cools down could prove beneficial to you.  Something to think about.

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First some terminology:

The term Crash, this is when a program or your entire PC stops working and may also include a frozen screen.

Reboot means to restart your computer.

Control Panel is the windows feature that gives you access to your system utilities and settings.

OK, with that said, the best thing to do when your PC crashes is nothing.  That’s right, I said nothing.   Give it a couple minutes, it could be your computer is working on something behind the scenes and has not crashed.

After a few minutes and nothing has happened try the “3 finger salute”.   The “3 finger salute” is pressing the Ctrl + Alt + Delete keys at the same time.  From here you can either restart your computer or in the Task Manager box you can End Task the program that is giving you the problem.

If your computer is still unresponsive, repeat the “3 finger salute” and click Shut Down on the dialog box.

As a last resort, press the Reset button on your CPU.   But again, this is a very last resort.

Taking care of your PC should cut down on the crashing frequency.  Here are a few thing to watch for:  Always keep about 25% of your hard disk free.  Anything less than that and your hard disk will struggle.  To find our how much free space you have go to My Computer (XP) / Computer (Vista) and right click on the hard disk icon.  Choose Properties from the drop down menu.

If your hard disk is filling up fast, delete any programs that you rarely or never use.  Do that by choosing the “add or Remove Programs” icon from the Control Panel.  This should help free up some space for you.  Deleting large audio or video files will also help.

We at Easy Trucking Software www.easytruckingsoftware.com can’t say enough about backing up your files.  We recommend using a flash drive with our program because it is inexpensive and can save hours of time having to rekey information into the program.  Use a Flash Drive, external hard drive or internet storage.  You decide what is right for you and then DO IT!  Do it on a regular basis and it will make your life much easier in the event something happens to your PC and you need to restore a program or file.  I personally have an external hard drive attached to my computer that mirrors the capacity of my hard disk (i.e. 30 GB computer hard disk and a 30GB external hard drive).   I back up everything!

Programs also need a certain amount of RAM (random access memory) to work properly.  Each program will tell you what it needs by selecting Control Panel and click on System Tools and then System Information.  Toward the bottom of the list is the total available physical memory.  Software with lots of graphics, video or sound usually need the most RAM.

Keep your hard disk (C: drive) cleaned up too.  Some regular housekeeping is necessary to keep your PC running at peak performance.

Defragment your disk by going into System Tools and click Disk Deframenter.  This process may take quite a while depending on the size of your hard disk.  Just start it and walk away and do something else for a while.

Remember – A healthy PC is a happy PC.

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What the heck is a firewall?  I know I have one in my car and truck, but what is it doing in my computer?

Your computer firewall is a piece of software or hardware that sits between your computer and the internet that restricts what types of data can flow into your computer or out from your computer.  Viruses can be prevented by using a good firewall.  It will filter or block certain types of network traffic entering your computer.  Things like viruses, worms or unwanted/unauthorized remote access into your computer are blocked at the firewall.  The firewall is built to know the difference between a virus and email and can be configured to allow certain kinds of connections from the outside.

There are two different firewalls, hardware and software.

A hardware firewall would be a broadband router that filters traffic before it even gets to your computer.

A software firewall is a software program that runs on your computer and filters and prevents traffic from getting through to your operating system of your computer.

If you are looking for more information about firewalls, do an internet search on firewalls.

What is the best virus scanner around and will it catch all viruses trying to enter my computer?

There are a variety of virus scanners on the market.  To name one that is the best is subjective and we all have our own favorite program that we swear by.  Pick one and install it on your computer.  Something is always better than nothing.  The advantage of having a real time virus scanner, which is preferred, is it will detect viruses as they they try to enter your computer and are stopped and deleted.  You may notice that your computer runs a little bit slower in this mode but it is worth it if you don’t end up with a virus in your machine and all sorts of computer headaches.  If you feel you need a second virus scanner, run it from time to time to catch anything that slips through the first scan.  There isn’t one anti-virus program out there that will catch every virus.  Each program is a little different from the next.

This is where having a firewall in place is another deterrent of viruses sneaking in and infecting your computer.  Pay attention to warnings you may get from your firewall or virus scanner when downloading anything to your computer, and don’t open an email attachment that is not recognized.

My computer is running slower and slower and where is all this junk email coming from?

What could be happening is you have spyware that has attached itself to your computer, gathering information about your internet habits and sending them back to someplace else.  Suddenly you are getting more and more email from places you have never visited making your email a nightmare to wade through.

There is help!  Do an internet search for Free anti-spyware software.  There are quite a few out there.  Read the reviews and pick one and run it to remove the spyware from your computer.  Do this on a regular basis if you are a regular internet surfer and be sure to update your anti-spyware software too.  The first time I did this to my computer it ran over 30 minutes cleaning out all the “junk” that had attached itself to my computer.  Wow, did it make a difference in my computer speed.  If you can set this up as an automatic function on your machine, so much the better.  Then you won’t have to try to remember to run the anti-spyware.

Just as you want your computer to run smoothly when you need it, so should your business.  Tracking all your data is important to know exactly how much money you are making and the expenses you incur.  That’s where Easy Trucking Software comes in.  Easy Trucking Software will keep track of all your income, your expenses, your fuel and mileage, helping you stay on top of your business every day.  But don’t take my word for it, visit our website at www.easytruckingsoftware.com and get your FREE download (don’t you just love that word FREE).  Try it out before you buy it and remember that your trial download can be turned into the real thing with just a phone call to purchase.

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Taking your trucking business to the next level may mean:

• searching for and taking better paying loads,
• signing on with a different carrier
• expanding your business by adding another driver or two, or
• getting your own authority

Your next level will be different than the next drivers next level.  You decide and set the goals you want to achieve for your business.

Getting to that next level will involve some work on your part.  It means you need to have your finger on the pulse of your business.  You need to know where your money is going, how much are you spending, and what you are spending it on.

Evaluate your business and know where the fat is and begin the trimming process.  Do this often on a regular basis.  Why pay for services you aren’t using and things that are not necessary.

Since we have cell phones and no kids as home anymore, we got rid of our home phone last summer and haven’t missed it.  I now pocket the money I was spending on a home phone that was seldom used anymore.  All our friends and family got the email or snail mail regardlng the phone change and cell numbers.   Everyone likes being able to reach us wherever and whenever.  I’m not sure if that is a good thing or not.

OK,  its time to start with paper and pen.  Sit down and write down your business goals and your plan to get you to your goal.  Like mapping out your route to your next drop, you need a plan.  Sometimes there are detours, but take them as they come and don’t worry about them ahead of time.

Put to paper what you want to achieve in your business, for example, by year end.    Then start thinking about and writing down all the things you will need to do to reach your goal.  Be realistic with your goal setting too.  You want to be able to achieve your goals.  Analyze your map of things to do often and decide whether or not your goal is achievable in the time frame and tweak things from time to time to stay on track.

Also having good trucking software to help you keep track of all your business income and expenses is key.  Getting the reports you need to evaluate your business is also a must or you are shooting in the dark.  Easy Trucking Software can help you with this at a very affordable price.

Dropping our home phone is just one of the things we did to save money.  Now it’s your turn to trim unnecessary expenses and take your business to the next level

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This is my new word of the day.

Definition:  To enlarge or expand the range of their business.

When doing the same thing gets you the same results and your results are poor, it’s time to diversify.

Did you ever wonder why some trucking companies are thriving while others are going under?  Do you think it’s maybe because they are better at money management than the next business?  Sometimes but not always.  Do you think they maybe this great crystal ball that is giving them insight?  Probably not!

When doing the same thing isn’t getting you the results you need, it’s time to look at diversifying.  Making a change isn’t always easy.  It takes out of our comfort zone of something familiar and puts us in a place of maybe having to learn something new.

Trucking companies are having to close their doors and lay off their employees and/or owner operators because of lack of freight to haul.  Lack of freight coupled with low or even lower rates makes it difficult to make money.  I’ll bet you can name off a few companies and people that you personally know in this situation right now.  Life isn’t always fair.

I talked with a trucking company the other day that has diversified what they were hauling and are now growing and making money again.  Good for them.  I love hearing success stories.  This wasn’t always the case though.  They had to figure it out and change direction with what they were hauling.  They had to change their thinking and open up the possibility to change and learn something new.

Change can be a positive word if you let it.  Change can be a good thing, especially if it means the difference between making money and NOT making money.  Change is inevitable and a daily thing.  Think of change like a detour, a detour to making more money.

I don’t have a magic pill that I can recommend to you that will suddenly make you smarter at selecting loads to haul or give you insight to what you should do in your business.

Being an owner operator means keeping on top of your business and making sure it’s profitable.  This may mean looking to haul something else other than what you have been.  Keep your mind open to other possibilities of other freight to haul.  Don’t be afraid to learn something new.

Ask other truckers what they are hauling and who they are working for.  Get input and weigh your options for something better than what you already have.

Get yourself a good trucking program to keep track of your business.  Know where your money is going and what kind of expenses you have.  Easy Trucking Software is a GREAT software that is economically priced and created just for you, the owner operator and small fleet owner.

The economy isn’t going to turn around overnight and we all need to help ourselves as best we can.

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Things may not be quite that bad, yet.  Those things out of your control like fuel prices and food prices are just that, out of your control so don’t worry about them you’ll only make yourself sick trying.  Look at the things that are in your control like your insurance expense.

Just like the multitude of insurance companies out there, so it is with trucking software companies.  But not all are equal.  Here at Easy Trucking Software we pride ourselves on our outstanding customer service that is the foundation of our operation.  We pack a lot of tools into our software for a reasonable cost, giving you the reports you need and want.  We can help you keep your business on track for success just as your insurance carrier can help shield your business with a blanket of insurance protection.

Insurance companies too have a lot of tools at their fingertips to aid in your decision making of what coverage is right for you.  There are many insurance carriers out there to choose from to do business with.  Here are a few things you may want to consider when you next review your truck insurance.

It is a good idea to review your coverages if:

• Your insurance agent deals mostly with homeowners and auto insurance and knows very little about the trucking industry but writes a policy here and there.  You want a professional in trucking insurance to help guide you through the process to make good decisions for your business and to answer your questions.  You want a reputable and knowledgeable agent.
• You have had your insurance for more than a year or have recently had an accident or near accident.  Don’t get caught on the short end of missing or a lack of proper coverage.  Don’t rely on the other person having insurance coverage because some do not, crazy as that is.
• You have recently bought a different or new truck or are adding an additional truck for your business.  Adequate coverage at a minimum is a must.  One accident could put you into financial ruin without sufficient coverage.  You also do not want to be insurance poor by paying too much  for the coverage you want or for coverage you do not need.  Shop around and compare costs and agencies.
• You get an unexpected bill from your insurance carrier.  Something has changed with your insurance or new policies going into effect by your carrier and now is a good time to review your policy.   Sit down and review your policy in depth if needed to get a clear understanding of what you are paying for and why.

Work with a reputable insurance company and agent.   Ask other truckers who they use and whether or not they would recommend their company.  Word of mouth is a powerful thing and people are always willing to share what they think, good or bad.  Outstanding customer service should be a given when dealing with your insurance carrier.  If you are not treated well why are you doing business with them and giving them your premium dollars?

Don’t get caught short on insurance or without a trucking software like Easy Trucking Software to help track your business. We even offer a FREE download to try the software before you buy it.  Can’t do that with insurance can you.  Visit our website at www.easytruckingsoftware.com and click on Download.   Easy Trucking Software has been in business since 1993 and isn’t going anywhere but forward.  No bailout money taken here.

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Being prepared for the next time is a good idea.  You don’t need a lot of any one thing, just a small amount that is easy to store.  These are also things you may already have around the house.

Here are just a few things to have on hand in your truck first-aid kit.

For headaches and body aches –  There are things such as Bayer, Advil, Tylenol and Aleve.  You decide which works best for your situation.

Band-aids are a good quick fix to a cut and don’t forget some disinfectant ointment of your choice. 

Waterless hand cleaner is also a must.  You eat on the go in your truck and want to make sure your hands are clean before touching food that will be going into your mouth.  I never said staying healthy was going to be easy.

Because you have hard working hands that band-aid may not last too long.  For minor cuts I personally like New Skin.  It’s a liquid you brush on to your cut that seals and protects it and is waterproof.  It also dries pretty quickly, lasts longer than a day and does a nice job protecting your cut.  This isn’t something to put on kids as it does sting, so be warned.

Baking soda may sound like a crazy thing to have in your truck but it has a variety of uses.  

• For a quick antacid – mix 1/4 to 1/2 spoon baking soda with 1/2 cup water and drink.  May not be the tastiest drink but it will help calm your stomach.
• Toothpaste – Baking soda is also good for brushing your teeth.  May not taste the best but does the job to give your pearly whites a cleaning.  And it’s cheap!

For diarrhea keep some Imodium handy.  Works pretty quick and gets the job done or should I say stopped.

When you need to really see medical personnel for a quick diagnosis, there are a variety of of mini health clinics such as MinuteClinics located in 26 states and are expanding like crazy.  MinuteClinics’ team of board-certified medical practitioners are trained to diagnose, treat and write prescriptions (when clinically appropriate) for a variety of common family illnesses.  In-network with most major insurers, patients are responsible for either their co-pay or the price clearly listed on the treatments and services menu. For those who are uninsured or prefer to pay out-of-pocket, MinuteClinic accepts cash, checks and credit cards.

To find a MinuteClinic in your area, go to MinuteClinic.com, where you can also see the list of treatments available and the exact cost for each.

Another place to check is Wal-Mart.  They began partnering with local health providers in 2007 and are managed by local or regional hospitals or other organizations independent of Wal-Mart. The providers operating the clinics determine what services to offer, which generally includes preventive and routine care for conditions such as allergies and sinus infections, as well as basic services such as cholesterol screenings and school physicals at affordable prices. They are staffed by either certified nurse practitioners or physicians.  

Check with the local Wal-Mart in your area for this service.

Easy Trucking Software can also help keep your business healthy.  Software at your fingertips that will give you a Profit & Loss report for any timeframe you enter.  Track your income and expenses and know how much that last load really paid you.  Knowing your bottom line is what is going to keep you in business.  Don’t let a minor cut to your business disable you. Use Easy Trucking Software as your first aid for your business.

Visit our website www.easytruckingsoftware.com for a free, yes I said FREE, download to try it out.  We have such confidence in our product that we offer you a 90-day money back guarantee when you purchase.  Not everyone is willing to do that anymore and FREE 90-day tech support with real people.  

See for yourself and get your free download today.

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