Darius Uible
Truck Driver
“My biggest thing is not being afraid of the consequences. That's why so many people stay where they are-everybody's so scared.”
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By Roadtrip NationDarius Uible
Milestones
My road in life has been direct.
Says his truck-driving "job" is actually more of a lifestyle; he doesn't just put in 8 hours and go home.
Went to school for three-and-a-half years, double-majored in computer science and Spanish.
When he was looking at careers, he realized that none of them actually appealed to him.
For example, he loved studying Spanish, but didn't want to teach or translate legal documents-couldn't "fathom" doing either.
Realized that maybe a 9-to-5 just wasn't for him; knew he loved to travel.
His family was "disappointed" when he dropped out of college to drive trucks, but ultimately said "do what makes you happy."
Has no regrets; says he's found something that he truly loves to do.
Says far too many people work jobs just for the money, stay in positions where, if they won the lottery, they'd immediately quit.
Education
Career
Truck Driver
I drive semi-trailer trucks across the country.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
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Environment & Nature
Travel
Accomplishing Goals
Interviewed By
Austin - Phoenix
In Austin, the UK team interviews Cliff Antone, owner of the famous Antone's Blues Club. En route to Phoenix, the team makes a pit stop to talk with truck driver Darius. Finally in Phoenix, they meet with Pam Gaber, founder of the non-profit group Gabriel's Angels.
