How do you take negative feedback? I’m back to taking classes, and I have to tell you, PhD level professors can be harsh. I suppose it makes sense, since it is a high level degree. I mean, do you want people being called ‘doctor’ who don’t know their stuff? When I first went back to school, I would receive graded … Read More
Keeping cool…
Summertime is a great time of year to be outdoors and enjoy nature. Having four kids who play outdoor sports during the hottest time of year, I am always on the lookout for great ways to beat the heat. Today, I am sharing a few favorites with you, some of which you can take to the park, ball games, … Read More
July 4 Decor….Pallet Style
Fourth of July celebrations are everywhere every year, and here in Cincinnati, there is no exception. Last year, I wrote about amazing treats that you can make for friends and family at parties and cookouts. This year, I’m going to talk about all of the patriotic ways you can use a staple of the trucking industry…pallets…to create amazing decor for … Read More
Memorial Day Activities in Cincinnati
I know that I have mentioned it many times, but here it is again: HG Logistics LLC is based in Cincinnati, and if there is one thing that we can’t deny, it is that we are Cincinnati proud. This weekend, we will have one extra day to spend time with out families and loved ones to reflect upon our military … Read More
Be Kind to Truckers Out There!
Everyone has some kind of story about a close encounter with a truck or something wild that a trucker did at some point. Someone I know told me a story recently about two trucks, driving side by side on a two lane highway that actually bumped mirrors because they were so close to one another. Neither one seemed to react, … Read More
The Spring Rush is On
The springtime can be a welcome change from the cold, icy and dreary days of winter. Although spring showers do arrive and temperatures aren’t quite sweltering yet, there is something to be said for jacket weather when you’ve been bundled in coats and gloves for a few months. Another thing that spring brings is busy schedules. If you have a … Read More
Too Young to Know Better?
I spend a lot of time watching sports. I also spend a lot of time talking sports. You may have already noticed this. Regardless, I was recently talking with some friends about the Reds and their season this year. Let me first be honest. The Reds are projected to finish dead last. At my last check, they were at 200-1 … Read More
Atlanta Collapse- A Cause for Concern
As most people know by now, the city of Atlanta, Georgia was the scene of a major interstate collapse on Thursday. Photos show the road simply dropped down to the ground beneath it. Reports state that the road collapse was caused by a fire beneath it, which was not the result of any type of criminal activity. The … Read More
Busting Your Bracket
For many people, including here at HG Logistics, a third party, asset based freight broker in Cincinnati, Ohio, March Madness is a wonderful time of the year. We look forward to the nonstop college basketball action, and revel in glory when our bracket beats out our coworkers and friends. The bracket seems to be the thing in March that can … Read More
HG Logistics- What We are NOT
There are so many freight brokers out there these days that even people outside the freight/ shipping/ warehousing/ manufacturing industries probably know at least one broker. Here in Cincinnati, there are small brokerages everywhere. One seems to pop up just about every day. Who is staffing all of these places? Why here in Cincinnati? I want to talk to you … Read More