The speaker shares their experience of starting in the logistics industry after initially planning a career in investment banking. They discuss their progression through different roles in trucking and their time running a Mexican truck company. They also highlight the changes in the industry and the importance of adapting to new technologies and meeting customer needs.
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Derek Leathers is the Vice Chairman, President and CEO of Werner Enterprises, a global industry leader. Leathers has over 29 years of experience in the transportation and logistics industry.
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1. Have an internal commitment to continuous learning and be open-minded - ask for feedback from other people.
2. Be hardworking in any business you go into, focus on how many complicated problems you can solve, be visible, foster relationships with people who genuinely care about you, and learn from them and spend time with them.
3. Recognize acceptable risks and take them.
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