At 35, I Needed a Change—How a CDL License Took Me on a New Path

2. Discovering the CDL Opportunity

One day, I overheard someone talking about CDL licenses and truck driving. It wasn’t something I had ever considered for myself, but it piqued my interest. As I started researching, I learned about the freedom truck drivers experience on the road, the demand for drivers, and the earning potential. The more I looked into it, the more appealing it became as a viable career option.

Unlike other career paths, the steps to becoming a truck driver seemed straightforward: get a CDL license, start working, and build experience. It was a tangible way to move forward, offering not just a paycheck, but the independence and change of pace I desperately needed. The idea of leaving behind the office for life on the road excited me.