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Monday Jun 02, 2025
Monday Jun 02, 2025
Are you really innocent until proven guilty as a Transport Manager?
In this episode, Pete explores the what innocent until proven guilty means and why when dealing with the DVSA and OTC, it doesn't seem to be the case!
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The podcast is sponsored by Flagship Partners; If you are interested in finding out more about us drop hello@flagshippartners.co.uk an email or check out the website www.flagshippartners.co.uk.
Monday May 26, 2025
Monday May 26, 2025
3 reasons MPRS could work and 3 reasons why it won't!
In this episode, Pete explores the recently published MPRS provided in collaboration with DVSA and IRTE, will it work or won't it!?
The Fleet Geeks are here to support you on your journey. Our mission is to Develop Fleet and Transport Professionals.
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The podcast is sponsored by Flagship Partners; If you are interested in finding out more about us drop hello@flagshippartners.co.uk an email or check out the website www.flagshippartners.co.uk.
Monday May 19, 2025
Monday May 19, 2025
What is the Maintenance Provision Rating Scheme or abbreviation MPRS?
In this episode, Pete explains the recently published MPRS provided in collaboration with DVSA and IRTE.
The Fleet Geeks are here to support you on your journey. Our mission is to Develop Fleet and Transport Professionals.
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The podcast is sponsored by Flagship Partners; If you are interested in finding out more about us drop hello@flagshippartners.co.uk an email or check out the website www.flagshippartners.co.uk.
Monday May 12, 2025
Monday May 12, 2025
What are the changes to the Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness April 2025?
In this episode, Pete explains the handful of recent changes in the GTMR.
The Fleet Geeks are here to support you on your journey. Our mission is to Develop Fleet and Transport Professionals.
Find out more here; https://www.flagshippartners.co.uk/peer-to-peer-mentoring-flagship/
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The podcast is sponsored by Flagship Partners; If you are interested in finding out more about us drop hello@flagshippartners.co.uk an email or check out the website www.flagshippartners.co.uk.
Monday May 05, 2025
Monday May 05, 2025
Health check your compliance in just 20 minutes, it's common to worry, but what do you do about it?
In this episode, Pete shows you how to health check your compliance in just 20 minutes.
The Fleet Geeks are here to support you on your journey. Our mission is to Develop Fleet and Transport Professionals.
Find out more here; https://www.flagshippartners.co.uk/peer-to-peer-mentoring-flagship/
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The podcast is sponsored by Flagship Partners; If you are interested in finding out more about us drop hello@flagshippartners.co.uk an email or check out the website www.flagshippartners.co.uk.
Monday Apr 28, 2025
Monday Apr 28, 2025
7 questions every transport manager should be asking right now.
In this episode, Pete explores the vital questions you should be asking yourself TODAY. As well as what can you do about it?
The Fleet Geeks are here to support you on your journey. Our mission is to Develop Fleet and Transport Professionals.
Find out more here; https://www.flagshippartners.co.uk/peer-to-peer-mentoring-flagship/
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The podcast is sponsored by Flagship Partners; If you are interested in finding out more about us drop hello@flagshippartners.co.uk an email or check out the website www.flagshippartners.co.uk.
Monday Apr 21, 2025
Monday Apr 21, 2025
Can ChatGPT write my policies? We get asked regularly whether it is suitable to use AI for policies and procedures.
In this episode, Pete explores whether it is ok to use AI to help you write your supporting documentation.
The Fleet Geeks are here to support you on your journey. Our mission is to Develop Fleet and Transport Professionals.
Find out more here; https://www.flagshippartners.co.uk/peer-to-peer-mentoring-flagship/
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The podcast is sponsored by Flagship Partners; If you are interested in finding out more about us drop hello@flagshippartners.co.uk an email or check out the website www.flagshippartners.co.uk.
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Is it worth arguing with the DVSA? We get asked all the time when operators want to defend themselves.
In this episode, Pete explores whether it is worth your time and if you do when it may be appropriate.
The Fleet Geeks are here to support you on your journey. Our mission is to Develop Fleet and Transport Professionals.
Find out more here; https://www.flagshippartners.co.uk/peer-to-peer-mentoring-flagship/
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The podcast is sponsored by Flagship Partners; If you are interested in finding out more about us drop hello@flagshippartners.co.uk an email or check out the website www.flagshippartners.co.uk.
Monday Apr 07, 2025
Monday Apr 07, 2025
8 key skills areas for a Transport Manager. We get asked all the time, what should I be developing and working on as a Transport Manager?
In this episode, Pete explores 8 of key skills areas of a Transport Manager, and explains how you can grade yourself against each area to work out your own development plan.
The Fleet Geeks are here to support you on your journey. Our mission is to Develop Fleet and Transport Professionals.
Find out more here; https://www.flagshippartners.co.uk/peer-to-peer-mentoring-flagship/
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The podcast is sponsored by Flagship Partners; If you are interested in finding out more about us drop hello@flagshippartners.co.uk an email or check out the website www.flagshippartners.co.uk.
Monday Mar 31, 2025
Monday Mar 31, 2025
3 top tips for dealing with a difficult boss! We get asked all the time, how do you deal with difficult bosses?
In this episode, Pete explores 3 of the tips he suggests for dealing with difficult bosses, including; understanding their position, managing the relationship and setting boundaries.
The Fleet Geeks are here to support you on your journey. Our mission is to Develop Fleet and Transport Professionals.
Find out more here; https://www.flagshippartners.co.uk/peer-to-peer-mentoring-flagship/
Join our FREE community over on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/groups/244794840391782/
The podcast is sponsored by Flagship Partners; If you are interested in finding out more about us drop hello@flagshippartners.co.uk an email or check out the website www.flagshippartners.co.uk.
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