The $45 Trick That Could Save Every Trucker Thousands!

Are you in the trucking industry and feel like you're constantly swimming against the tide? Want to know how some companies are turning the tides and saving big bucks on payroll?

Episode 74 of the It's About Your Paycheck! podcast, hosted by WRKdefined, titled "The $45 Trick That Could Save Every Trucker Thousands!" was published on July 12, 2025 and runs 58 minutes.

July 12, 2025 ·58m · It's About Your Paycheck!

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In this episode of the IAP podcast, Brian and Walt dive deep into the topic of trucking and payroll in the trucking industry. They kick off with a casual check-in before moving into updates on their financial fitness challenge. Brian introduces an interesting article from Business Wire about Flutterwave being named among Time's 100 most influential companies. They then welcome Michael Ritzema, President and Founder of Superior Trucking Payroll Service. Michael shares his journey into the trucking payroll business and discusses the key challenges and nuances specific to the industry. Topics include the importance of per diem, employee classification, technology's impact on trucking, and fostering trust between trucking companies and drivers. Michael also touches on current innovations and potential future trends in the industry, such as the use of AI and autonomous trucks. The episode concludes with a fun "This or That" game and a wrap-up where Michael shares how to connect with his company, Superior Trucking Payroll Service. **Key Points:** - Financial fitness challenge update - Business Wire's feature on Flutterwave - Introduction and insights from Michael Ritzema - The importance of per diem and employee classification - Current technology and future trends in trucking - Trust-building between trucking companies and drivers - "This or That" game with Michael **Guest Info:** Michael Ritzema President and Founder, Superior Trucking Payroll Service **Website:** [truckingpayroll.com](https://truckingpayroll.com) **Social Media:** - LinkedIn: [Michael Ritzema](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelritzema) - YouTube: [Trucking Payroll](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw0yXxR3fTjxoPoxtI2kOhA) - TikTok: [Trucking Payroll](https://www.tiktok.com/@truckingpayroll) - Instagram: [Trucking Payroll](https://www.instagram.com/truckingpayroll) - Twitter: [Trucking Payroll](https://twitter.com/truckingpayroll) If you found this episode helpful, please like, subscribe, and share with anyone who might benefit from this information!

Episode Description

In this episode of the IAP podcast, Brian and Walt dive deep into the topic of trucking and payroll in the trucking industry. They kick off with a casual check-in before moving into updates on their financial fitness challenge. Brian introduces an interesting article from Business Wire about Flutterwave being named among Time's 100 most influential companies. They then welcome Michael Ritzema, President and Founder of Superior Trucking Payroll Service. Michael shares his journey into the trucking payroll business and discusses the key challenges and nuances specific to the industry. Topics include the importance of per diem, employee classification, technology's impact on trucking, and fostering trust between trucking companies and drivers. Michael also touches on current innovations and potential future trends in the industry, such as the use of AI and autonomous trucks. The episode concludes with a fun "This or That" game and a wrap-up where Michael shares how to connect with his company, Superior Trucking Payroll Service. **Key Points:** - Financial fitness challenge update - Business Wire's feature on Flutterwave - Introduction and insights from Michael Ritzema - The importance of per diem and employee classification - Current technology and future trends in trucking - Trust-building between trucking companies and drivers - "This or That" game with Michael **Guest Info:** Michael Ritzema President and Founder, Superior Trucking Payroll Service **Website:** [truckingpayroll.com](https://truckingpayroll.com) **Social Media:** - LinkedIn: [Michael Ritzema](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelritzema) - YouTube: [Trucking Payroll](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw0yXxR3fTjxoPoxtI2kOhA) - TikTok: [Trucking Payroll](https://www.tiktok.com/@truckingpayroll) - Instagram: [Trucking Payroll](https://www.instagram.com/truckingpayroll) - Twitter: [Trucking Payroll](https://twitter.com/truckingpayroll) If you found this episode helpful, please like, subscribe, and share with anyone who might benefit from this information!

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