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Voices of the Industry – Paul Tonsager, Integrated Multimodal Solutions
By: Paul Tonsager, Integrated Multimodal Solutions Over three decades in rail and logistics — from opening Canadian National Railway’s (CN’s) China offices to overseeing over $1 billion a year in rail and truck procurement at Maersk — I’ve seen our industry at its best and most frustrating. These experiences taught me that success in freight…
Read MoreA Comprehensive Assessment of America’s Infrastructure
America’s infrastructure is the foundation on which our national economy, global competitiveness, and quality of life depend. While often taken for granted when it is working properly, every American household or business immediately feels the impact of just one inefficiency or failure in our built environment. Our infrastructure includes an interconnected system of highways, streets,…
Read MoreMaking the Most of a Mid-Career Transition: What’s Next is Up to You
If you’re a mid-career or even a more senior professional working in transportation or logistics, this message is for you. You’re not new anymore—you’ve been around long enough to know how things work. But maybe you’re not quite where you thought you’d be either. The leadership roles still feel just out of reach. You’re busy,…
Read MoreTurning Chaos into a Competitive Advantage
Let’s be honest— “normal” isn’t coming back. Whatever normal was or is …the world is forever changed and the pace of change is not going back to “normal”. Between workforce turnover, global disruptions, tech revolutions, and the pressure to do more with less, chaos has become part of our day-to-day. But here’s what I’ve learned…
Read MoreLateral Moves – Yes, They are Important in Every Career
In over 13 years of recruiting top talent in Rail and Transportation—from supervisors to C-suite— I’ve heard one question time and again: ‘Why would I take that role? It’s a lateral move.’ This mindset, that careers should only move upward in title and scope, is one of the biggest barriers to long-term success. True leadership…
Read MoreRequired Skills For 2030: What Will Matter, Why, and How to Learn it Now,
In an industry that’s always moving forward, the skills that define success are constantly evolving. At Taylor Transportation Search Group, LLC, we understand that staying ahead means not just adapting to change, but anticipating it. Our latest guide, “REQUIRED SKILLS FOR 2030: What Will Matter, Why, and How to Learn it Now,” is designed to…
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Beyond The Tracks: How The Railway Management Certificate Program Is Shaping the Future of Rail Leadership
By: Val Kucherenko By the time Terry Hartwig from The Belt Railway Company of Chicago stepped into the classroom at Michigan State University, he had already spent years navigating the rail industry. But as he puts it, “I believe it had a big impact on my career. Opened my eyes to all the different aspects of this industry. Something I…
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