Being a cargo van owner operator is the best decision of my life
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- Another solid day in the cargo van. I only worked 4.5 hours. I spent a lot of time at PPG today along with their W2 driver. I really got to see the difference between him and me. No disrespect, but he is on an hourly schedule, so no matter how many deliveries he makes, he gets the same pay day in and day out, 10 hour days. I only worked a little over 4 hours and as the boss, I said "I think I'm going to go home early and spend time with the wife and kids." Guess who stopped me? Best decision of my life, real talk.
If people aren’t hating on you, it means you not doing something right. I’d rather work for my own business than slave away for someone else’s dream. Keep working hard and don’t listen to anyone, they probably envy you because they are afraid to do something with their own lives.
Yup ✅ people who are HATERS hate their own lives 😖😫😩🥺😢😭 they don’t have any idea how to think for themselves or work on their own lives or operate a business and so they bash those who are WINNING 🥇
Does it really ? Lol
I've been Independent Contractor Courier/Expediter since 2016 and wouldn't look back if course every job is different..
Keep grinding 💪
Love it, I'm sure your much happier. I know my moral is sky high. Appreciate you 👊🏾
Where do yal book your loads from
I’m looking into doing this in Seattle area. Any advice?
UberEats and DoorDash for 2 years - 7 days a week - however really want to get into the cargo van business - yep, even though a bit quite in some parts. Studied Utube for the last 3 months and found 2 excellent driver instructors BUT what I have learned from you is "rubber on the road" and with a real deal vibe! Best to you and THANK YOU!
Appreciate your support and thanks for your comment. I'm glad you are getting something from my videos, that's what it's about. Best wishes to you
That dude just hating cause he gotta report to daddy at his 9-5😂
Obviously that person hasn’t watched your earlier UA-cam videos where you explained this. People need to realize if your needs are met then you’re good. What’s good for one may not be good for others. I’m trying hard to fire my 9-5 and get on the road.
Appreciate the support. Yea I know people are always going to tell me what they think I should make, but I always put family over work and money. I'm good where I'm at, no huge lust for money here. I truly hope you can get a game plan going and get that business going. It's not easy walking away from that 9-5. Best wishes to you 👍🏾
Block out the negativity. Like you always say- everyones situation is different. Some people won’t like you because you have passive income and they don’t, some don’t like your quick success, some don’t like you and wife being a great team, some don’t like Curtis😳, etc,etc. Keep putting out this great content. Your only response to those haters should be.. “Please send me the link to your UA-cam channel so we can all learn something” 😂
Appreciate the comment. I personally don't mind any negative thoughts or feedback. I've dealt with that all my life. Some of my coworkers laughed at me when I told them I was leaving to start my own cargo van business. I let my actions do the talking for me. Unfortunately, they are still working that 9-5, making $17 per hour. Curtis wasn't my first choice, but much respect to him, I don't know too many people who would give 1K of their hard earned money without expecting anything in return to help a new business out. I'm riding with Curtis, liked or not. I think my journey is really helping people out. That's what it's about. Your absolutely right, critics need to show everyone how it's done. Respect 👊🏾
Another great video keep it up my brother 🙏👍 …. Can’t wait to get started soon .
Ford proposes getting your Ford Transit-250 oil & filter changed each 3,000-5,000 miles for conventional oil. Synthetic oil frequently should be changed each 7,500 - 10,000 miles. Keep in mind it's best to check your owner's manual .
This is why I love this platform. Appreciate that info, I knew that didn't sound right. Thanks for sharing 💯
That comment you mentioned at the end of the video is non sense! Don’t listen to those envious losers! You’re the expert in what you’re doing! Keep it up raise your goals and you’re only getting better everyday!
The sky is your limit bro
Appreciate your support. That stuff doesn't bother me, I was just shocked to see that someone thinks going back to working for the man instead of for myself is a better option. I'm setting goals and working towards them everyday, thank you 👍🏾
Hey what the specs of your van? And do you have general liability insurance
Check out my community page, I put a ton of info about the van, business and apps I use there. Appreciate you 👍🏾
Definitely got me motivated thanks 🙏🏾 keep doing your thang brother 💪🏾🙏🏾
Appreciate the support, thank you 👊🏾
Hey CJ! Props ! Love the content, keep it coming . Question: How many feet is your van inside ? Thanks , Papa G!
13 feet of cargo space, about 13 1/2 to be exact.
How do they calculate them numbers for the weight of the load?Thanks
Estimate, 50 pound cans each so they Estimate based on the number of cans
If you believe you will achieve. People that think they cant are right lol You can tell who are the employee mentality people are😂😂😂 and its not you. 💪 Independent contractor should not use his car comment🤔 where you find that??? 😂😂😂😂
All good, it was on the video where I accepted every order. Just shocking to know someone thinks working for the man is a better option than being your own boss. #nevergoingback 👍🏾
Hey Big CJ, How many useable feet of floor space is your cargo van?
13 feet of cargo space
Salute on your journey I got a question how does the insurance work like do you have to put a down payment on the insurance because I'm in the process of doing exactly what you're doing just don't have no clue bout the insurance or what insurance company to go through and the price do you pay up front for the insurance if so what's the price
Appreciate you and your hustle. So insurance is tricky. If you only plan on doing gig apps like me, you do not have to have commercial insurance. I recommend getting commercial only because some insurance companies will not cover you in an accident because of the type of work you are doing. If your using your vehicle for work and not personal, you should have commercial. I have commercial thru progressive because I have my own authority. You do not need your authority to do gig apps. I pay the minimum required commercial insurance because I have my authority and must maintain commercial insurance to keep my authority active. Long story short, you can get regular insurance if you want if your just going to do gig apps. If you choose to get commercial, you can get several quotes, Progressive is the most popular. You will have to put down a deposit probably around $500 to even $1,000, all depends. Then, you will have a monthly payment depending on the coverage you choose from $400 to as high as $1,500 per month. You should be covered for 10 months to 12 months, depending on the company you choose. Insurance is one of the toughest obstacles starting out. Hope this helps, if not shoot me an email or checkout some UA-cam videos on the subject, there's some good videos out there. Best wishes to you 👍🏾. My email is on my description page.
Hey bro please keep doing your thing. I love your content and your passion. Don’t let the Haters get you. GOD bless you 🙏🏽
Appreciate the support, been dealing with haters all my life, I'm good. May God bless you as well.
People who are slaves to corporate America will NEVER understand the mindset of an entrepreneur...Keep hustling & grinding ‼️
Absolutely, this side of the fence is where I will always be from here on out. Nothing like getting that time and control back. Happiest I've ever been 👍🏾
What’s up man, hey I was wondering if you think it’s a bad time to start a business in logistics since we are probably going into a recession, I have the money it’s just a funny time to start, thanks
That's a tough question to answer. I personally don't think about all the what ifs and negative vibes in the world. I have a go get it attitude. Long as you have the right attitude and planned it out, Go get it. That's just my opinion, but definitely don't anything your not ready for. Best wishes to you.
@@BigCJCargoVan I know what u mean, kind of a dumb question lol
I too have interest in the same question.
I need a van asap. 200+ in just over 4 hours?? Man…
Absolutely, van is the investment, what you do to make money with it is up to you 👍🏾
hmm interesting
You are doing good brother. I wish I was at 200 per day
Appreciate it, hope you can get those earnings up
Do you drive cargo??
Get your oil change during the week. Take all Delivery orders
hi bro can you link me up with the dispatch you used have been following your video for a while and i just acquire a sprinter van too like yours....will appreciate your support
Not sure what you mean, I've been using gig apps. Thanks for support tho, wish you the best 👍🏾
Don't listen to them haters, you doing what you want to do just like a real boss!! 💯
Very interesting here! It look like you have a regular Van, with No extra set up.
Just a cargo van, nothing special
Im getting into the cargo van game really soon ...i been watching alot of vids about it and i gotta say bro you have some of the best content I've seen ...that hustle in you is gonna take u as far as u want ...keep doing your thing bro
Appreciate your support. Thank you, hope everything works out for you 👍🏾
GI??? How are you getting health insurance?
Government assistance for the fam, I have free Healthcare thru VA
Those tacos looked good bro 🤤🌮
We appreciate the videos man and keep doing a good job. God bless 🙏
Appreciate you, yes they were the bomb..... 🌮
I thank you are doing a Great job, your professional and know your work assignments well. I'm even more inspired as I prepare to start my Sprinter van business after driving semi's for over 15 years. So I will be watching more of your videos. Oh an as for that individual post there will always be haters when U elevating in life..
Appreciate your support 👍🏾. That kind of experience, your good. Dealing with haters my whole life. Some people can't stand to see someone else succeed. Best wishes and success to you.
Boring trivia...the usual set up is commercial land, apartments and then residential. Apartments are the buffer between the residential houses and commercial stuff li,e warehouses, stores,gas stations, etc...in Texas.
you can't do the oil change yourself? 😁 or just too busy
I could but my expenses are not too great so rather pay $69 and get the full service inspection, tire rotations and oil change. That maint fee is definitely not a burden to me 👍🏾
Where do you get loads? Please, call few banes
Gig apps
The next time they have you load by yourself let Dispatch know. They will pay you an extra “weight bonus” fee because we are intially only compensated for 1 load or unload fee. I had a order before thatI had to load from one house and unloaded at another house and I let them know and they paid me the weight bonus twice.
Also if it hasn’t been over 48 hours you can still put the adjustment in.
I had always been wondering about that. I appreciate you sharing that info. I'm actually addressing that in my next video. I'm thinking about jumping on that Dropoff, I see you got the insight on it. I already know what your answer will be, but do you think it's worth adding to the workload? Reviews are pretty low out here and seems time consuming. Need your expert advice. I need something to replace Dolly, it's trash for me.
@@BigCJCargoVan Honestly, It all depends on the route you get. They actually have multiple different routes they do. I’ve only done the C-19 test pick up and the precooked meals route. The C-19 route was definitely worth it, I wish they still had it in my area. As far as the precooked meals route it has been the luck of the draw for me sometimes I get a route that takes 2 hours and others it may take 4. I definitely think it would be good for your wife in the mini van. It’s unnecessary to use Curtis for it. The only reason I use mine is because I usually have Sunrun orders before I got there.
Appreciate you taking the time to answer that for me, I know your buried with questions and comments. I'm going to get the wife signed up and see what happens. Your content is fire, nothing like it. Keep it rolling 👊🏾
what company did you get that through
That's an old video, I'm pretty sure that was an order from Dispatch (Dispatchit) app.
Was the app you showed in the video the Dolly app one you talked about before? Also would you take in a student for a fee?
Whats going on man I'm sorry if I'm interrupting you I'm not trying to be in your business but does your passive income pay for your van note?
No interrupting, your good. Some of my passive covers both my van loan as well as my commercial insurance. I put the remaining money into savings. The passive income definitely gives me a huge advantage with expenses.
@@BigCJCargoVan Van load meaning your van note?
Another great video
Keep going brotha
50 $60 my ass, maybe 5060 for the first touch 5060 to the truck and 56 to the second touch and then 5060 because he gave you the runaround on that second load
I really enjoy the work, I think the pay is good enough for me. I appreciate the money I make out there, even if it seems low. I just need to reach my daily goal and I'm good.
@@BigCJCargoVan it adds up
Where do you get your loads from
Gig apps, Dispatch, GoShare, Frayt and Senpex for now.
What app are you using?
Gig apps like Dispatch, GoShare, Frayt, Dolly and Senpex
My favorite van dudes how much is that
Appreciate you, 49k
Worry not
Can you recommend a good Factoring Company for cargo vans? Haven't been able to beat 3.99%
Thanks your channel has been very helpful keep doing your thing
thank you !
Sorry, I wish I could, I don't use one since I'm not running loads interstate so I really don't know. Appreciate your support 👍🏾
Loving the consistency bro
Thank you
Yo, what app are you using for orders?
Dispatch, GoShare, Frayt, Senpex, Curri, Airspace, Dolly, and many like those apps. I also work for 2 courier companies.
@BigCJCargoVan Thank you from Denver.I have a ProMaster and a dedicated route, inquiring just in case maybe do some extra...
Hello man? How much you earn monthly?
I make between $1,200 to $1,600 per week with my cargo van work. I do receive military benefits every month, some other passive income as well. Between 5 and 6k per month. All my other income included , over 10k per month.
@@BigCJCargoVan keep it up bro
Other passive like?
How do you not pay the car payment? I'm about to start my own cargo van buisness the beginning of next year. Trying to get everything lined up. Please help
Watch all my videos, I talk about how I pay for my van. I have a passive income that helps me, you have to do what you can afford. Take your time, plan it out and you should be good, best wishes to you 👍🏾
Keep grinding and shining😊 my brother.....soon I'll see you out there ching ching!!!
Lets get it, you have the right attitude.... 👍🏾
Don't listen to the critics that are saying you should not drive your own vehicle. If you were driving for an owner operator they would be getting the big money and paying you a percentage. You will be able to claim all the operating expenses come tax time, so don't listen to them. It's great you can earn what you are and be at home every day with your family. I did independent contractor driving in a 6 wheeler over 12 years ago and was out on the road 31/2 weeks at a time. You made over $200 in this video. Back then I was earning. 38cents per mile plus some bonuses at times so the mileage on earned me $190 day. DO NOT LISTEN TO THE CRITICS!!! Keep up your gigs.
Really appreciate your comment, your knowledge, and advice. You definitely have experience in this game. For you to say I'm doing it right means a lot to me. Thank you, much appreciated 👍🏾
Are you finding out that you need to have 1mill insurance 100k in cargo?
Right now I do not need that policy. I do have an active authority so if I ever decide to go OTR, I will need to increase my insurance to the 1 mil 100k. I must maintain the minimum of 300k, and 5k cargo to keep my authority active. If it were not for my authority, I would have regular insurance, no need for commercial insurance doing gig apps.
So who do you get the majority of your loads/deliveries from. I'm in N.E. Georgia and interested in doing Gig work. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
I don't know the market in other states, I use Dispatch, GoShare, Frayt and Dolly right now. Dispatch provides the most work for me as of now. I'm also leased on with Jummp Logistics.
I think only cargo van and box truck deliveries count toward the bonus. Anything below doesn't count.
Correct, another great benefit to having a van or box truck 👍🏾
What app do you use?
Dispatch, GoShare, Frayt, Dolly and Dlivrd as of now
Don't let them get you down. If u work 9-5 the max you can earn is so little a day man. Crazy people always try to bring u down
All good, just trying to get people to understand the company doesn't want to pay you what you deserve, so better off making your own money. Appreciate you 👍🏾
Excellent my Friend
I think your good attitude made easy your job.
Always working with awesome mode.
Have a nice evening
Best regards
11 May 2023
18:12 hours
Thank you very much. Yes, my moral is really high and I love what I'm doing. Take care and thanks for your comment
Cj I’m loving the business model you showing man. I’ve been watching this for a week now just planning in my head. Can I ask how much you made on that day with just those deliveries? I want to go out on my own!
Appreciate the support, I honestly don't remember, I'd have to go back and watch that video
You motivated me so much, I could Retired in June 2023… Put a video of your wife I wanna see what she does maybe she’ll motivate me more
That's great, I'm glad you want to give it a shot. My wife does not want to be on camera, but she does food apps and my contract route during the week.
Awesome content who do you use as a dispatch or carrier I’m trying to sign up with either one in the nyc queens metro area
NY should be really busy for you. There are so many channels working those areas and killing it. I use gig apps such as Dispatch, Goshare, Frayt, Dolly, Roadie, Senpex, Curri and Dlivrd catering app. I also use Taskrabbit for moving jobs. Unfortunately, I won't be sharing my courier companies.
What company are you booking your loads?
I only use gig apps right now, Dispatch, GoShare, Dolly, Frayt and Dlivrd
Do you need your max and dot number to local like you do? Great motivation!
No special requirements for gig apps. No LLC, DOT or MC needed. Appreciate the support 👍🏾
I’m
New here what app do you used for this gigs ?
Dispatch, GoShare, Frayt, and Dolly right now
Got that Grape drink/Soda😂 and also I feel you on that never looking back (9-5)keep moving forward stick to your guns I know you’ll make it brotha 👍🏾
You know it, no shame in the game. I love grape everything, 🤣, appreciate your support 👊🏾
Love it.. stay independent my friend!!! Freedom!!!
Always, appreciate you 👍🏾
Thank you for sharing this - what part of Texas are you in?
I'm in San Antonio, appreciate the support 👍🏾
I'm definitely not finding fault but searching for info...I currently make this kind of money on my current job weekly and with that said I pay no extra insurance so what I'm enquiring is what's the benefit of this type of work over a job that pays in the same ballpark????????? Again, I'm not finding fault but looking the best angle.
To be honest, the best part about it is the freedom. Nothing like it. Also unlike your job, no cap on how much you can make. Your salary is just that. My earnings will continue to rise as I continue to create more opportunities for myself. You decide how much you make when you get into this business. So many options. I will never go back to 9-5. Don't think about the now, think about the potential of what you can build. That's what's exciting. 5 years from now see where I'll be at. 9-5 will never look out for me the way I can look out for me. Best wishes to you 👍🏾
Gotcha you thank you for the feed back.
Did you screw the plywood to the floor so it doesn't shift on you?
Yes I did, 4 screws and it holds very good
Loved the Video bro! I'd like to see a video of how you got started and what it all costs. I'm currently a door dasher and it's getting swamped with drivers and I'd like something new and more profitable.
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Thanks a lot for your insight. And for sharing your experience. Question - does the size of Van I get matter? I know Sprinter vans are probably the best. They're extra large, but they're also more expensive. Could I make decent money with a smaller cargo van?
If your just doing gig apps, yes you can do all the loads I'm doing with the smaller Ford transit 150 low roof, or chevy van. I see a lot of them out there. If you plan on working for a dispatching company, courier or running loads for a shipper, I'd get at minimum a 250. I like Ford, but you can do Promaster as well. Some companies require certain size vans so it's always safer to go bigger. My van can handle pretty much anything. Wish you the best 👍🏾
@BigCJCargoVan Great, thanks for clarifying! Been watching through your content
I Love your response to that comment about going back to 9-5. Persistence will never fail.
Thank you 👍🏾
What kind of ear piece are you wearing??
Nothing special, just a bluetooth I purchased from Amazon, I don't know the brand, no name on it. It was cheap tho
Which app you use?
What earpiece are you using?
It's a cheap Bluetooth I ordered from Temu. It works pretty good, but it's cheap. I don't remember the brand, there's no markings on it.
Hey, CJ; thanks for the vid. Just had a question: You mentioned that you have medical insurance. Is that paid by one of the companies (Gig Apps?) that you work through, or did you buy your own private health insurance plan? Thanks for any info you can give me on that!
I have free health care through the military. As an independent contractor, there are several great plans, including government assistance health care plans out there. I got my wife and kids covered on a government assistance program. We pay zero out of pocket every month.
@@BigCJCargoVan Thanks for getting back to me, CJ. Yeah, great; makes sense. I thought maybe you had a tip for doing OTR Expedited shipping as a driver for for a company (driving a box or Sprinter that THEY own), and therefore getting some sort of benefits package from the company. Before I buy my Sprinter, I think I'd like to try out OTR Expedited but driving THEIR Van, Box or Sprinter.
Any thoughts on that?
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what is your ave pay for one of these loads?
Cargo van loads usually pay between $50 to $100 depending on the distance and weight
You are good... you help me a lot
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Eith the dispatch app you use do you have to have an llc? Keep grinding
No LLC needed. You can apply directly thru the app.
What's the app?
Some people are on here just to say negative things. You do what works for you
Absolutely, appreciate the support 👍🏾
@@BigCJCargoVan I'm trying to do what you're doing. Right now I'm trying to sell my house in NYC and move to NC and get me a cargo van. Your videos are really informative
Thank you for the video. I’ve been considering getting started in the cargo van business and your video inspired me even more to make the move.. also subscribed to your channel so keep the great information coming 👍
Hey really appreciate that. Definitely do your research, I try to share as much of my adventure as possible and hopefully help someone out. Best wishes to you 👍🏾
Definitely researching it and trying to educate myself with the process to get work complete the work most important keeping the work…. Been a CDL A driver for over 20 years been making others richer just figured why not do this for myself? Thanks for responding… stay safe out there 👍
Keep up the good work my brother
thank you, appreciate the support
It was me who posted that comment. I simply pointed out that you are doing a lot of manual labor on top of using your own van + gas and other expenses like commercial insurance and etc. Sorry but they are really taking advantage of you. You need to say no to loading and unloading all those heavy paint buckets unless they pay you significantly more and extra for it. Store employees should load your van and on site workers should unload it. You are simply not paid enough to do it. These guys are taking advantage of you.
IMHO pay that you are receiving from those Apps is not enough for you to do all that manual labour of loading and unloading.
And golden rule as a independent contractor is to avoid doing manual labour as much as possible. No one will care tomorrow if your back is broken. Employers love this option to use independent contractor instead of regular employees because they are NOT liable at all if something happens to you. You break your back loading and unloading those heavy paint buckets and you are on your own, no one is liable because you are independent contractor.
Watch your health!
How much $$ are you getting per month more or less?
I average around $1,200 per week so roughly $4,800 to 5k per month. That's just van money, I hustle in my car doing food orders and my wife does food orders as well.
@@BigCJCargoVan wow thanks for the reply! Out of the van income, what is the profit?
Keep up the good work. I enjoy the videos .
Thanks, appreciate you 👍🏾
Good stuff Bro
Appreciate it
How much is your insurance for your cargo ?
I only have 5k in cargo. I'm going to up it to 100k soon.
what is the 10k vs 100k ?
What dispatch you work for ?
Just doing gig apps right now, no dispatcher
@@BigCJCargoVan where you from bro? I want to get started I want to go otr but I want to try local first
Do you need 1,000,000 liability and all that or just commercial insurance?
Don’t pay any energy to the out side forces stay up bro
Always, appreciate you
Likewise bro
I’m working with getting set up with dispatch it right now
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Hey what do you use to record your videos
Just using my phone right now. My son helps me edit the videos and he said it's easier to edit when I record from my cell phone.
@@BigCJCargoVan oh okay cool what kind of phone do you use if you don’t mind me asking I have I phone 11 I’m trying to start a UA-cam page but when I tried to practice the recordings, it told me I’m able to create a short video and I’m able to upload it but I can’t go live I’m assuming so I get a certain amount of views and subscribers
I have an Android Samsung S22. I don't like I phones. Yes, to go live, you need at least 1k subs I believe. I'm actually thinking about getting a 4k cam for my vids.
Yo you in SAT?
Yup, Alamo City
Yup, Alamo City
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Thanks 👍🏾
Cool but not enough money. In my opinion it’s only a side hustle. I only do it on the weekends. Company drivers make more money and without any over head.
how much do you make on average with Dispatch per hour?
The money I make is more than enough. Every state, cost of living, personal situation is different for everyone. Your situation may be different than mine. I've actually doubled my income since I left my job so I'm good. Appreciate the comment.
I use gridwise to track my average earnings. So far on Dispatch, my average is $39 per hour. It fluctuates every week. My old job started at $17 per hour. I was at $20.75 when I left.
@@BigCJCargoVanright!! I make like $850 a week, I’m sure if I buy a van and drive a lot of miles I can make double what I make now, keep grinding
Big CJ! I always love the videos. At the end you brought up Amazon FBA, I've been doing that for about 6 months now and love it!!!
It's nothing crazy, but a couple thousand extra dollars profit a month for me is awesome! I'm excited to keep growing it and see how far I can go.
Keep up the great work!
Aw man, you got me excited now. Appreciate the info and your success. I've been researching like crazy, just working on finding the right product to sell, that's the hardest part right now. I should be able to get it up and running in the next few months. Never know the outcome unless you try, appreciate you.