Thank you so much Cnbc make it. It was a pleasure doing this interview. #itstruckerslifebaby ❤❤❤

If everyone had half of her positive outlook, this world would be a SIGNIFICANTLY better place.

144k before 80k in expenses. Stay honest its better karma.

Crazy, I was in the criminal justice field myself & left to do trucking! It was the best decision I made & only regret was not doing it sooner! I love seeing videos like this 👏

I had to watch that again. I am sitting in my truck now, I just got it three days ago. I will deliver my first load tomorrow. I’m scared in a way but in a way I’m not. This video has really inspired me and now I know everything is going to be ok. Thanks for sharing yourself with the world.

Mad respect to her. That is not an easy industry for anyone.

We appreciate you female truckers!!! ❤️ It's so kick butt to me. My son wanted drive so bad. He graduated with his CDLs in 2020. There were 3 young women who graduated with him. After graduation he developed blood clots in both lungs and both legs. The doctor told him "Sorry, I know you just graduated but this isn't the career for someone who is prone to blood clots." He never got the opportunity to drive.💔 So drive it away sister! Forget the naysayers! 🤗 #northcarolina

As a trucker, I'm so proud of this woman... you go girl lol!!!

CNBC has been on a roll lately. No more youtubers just diverse groups of people making a living in diverse industries. Great episode!!!!

Salute to her and her husband for ignoring critics and focusing on their family and relationship and doing whats best for them

Nice video. Keep it up.Trucking is a great occupation which yields a lot of money but not everyone is lucky speaking from the other side if you understand, I was into trucking about 6 years ago and as at then I worked for FedEx before I went on driving trucks for companies which I was taken advantage of until I became so fed up and made up my mind of being an entrepreneur of my own which I made proper research on and had to hire and highly skilled and licensed grant writer and editor to help me through my application on government grants and I was awarded $500k as a startup capital and today I can proudly bold of owning my own truck company in which I make over 37k a month as my profit and now I'm in the process of starting up a daycare business for my wife and a salon for my sister. So therefore determination is a key to good living and erasing the mentality of being and underdog too helps a lot, knowing your worth also, I know not everyone is determined to be successful in life but my advice is for you to not be among the Unsuccessful ones.

My family drove to Canada two weeks ago and I saw an older lady truck driver. Was really proud of her for having that occupation as a female driver. Thanks to Clarissa and all the drivers on the road who send us the supplies we need to live to our daily.

Male truck driver. I love seeing women out there earning a living, no matter what job. Competent female truck drivers quickly earn their co-workers respect, and (from what I've witnessed) are treated very well by the men. Sort of a work sister. This family is earning their living, sticking together. Nothing but respect. Be careful though, truckers are the first to feel a recession.

The way she spoke about her husband is amazing she is a good woman he is a lucky man to have a woman work for him and their kids

144k a year but her actual take home is half of that. Remember guys. Fuel, insurance, maintenance, fees, and payments(if you dont flat out own the truck) eat into your profits.

As an owner of an e-com biz, I would like to say a BIG THANK YOU to every truck drivers!

She’s awesome! 🤩 Her outlook is inspiring! Kudos to her husband and sons!❤ many blessings on your business and family health and wealth! Great job finding this gem CNBC!

My dad and sister are truckers! Here's to the people who keep America going. She's an inspiration.

I always joke that I've driven more miles than any nonprofessional. Never driven for money but had a very long commute for years and also toggled between two residences. I have so much respect for the truck drivers. They're driving that huge beast and they do so with such care and restraint. They're so critical to our society, yet get so little respect. I can also imagine the psychological struggles of long haul trucking and time away from family. If a woman can do it and thrive, God bless her. She's got my respect.

This woman and her husband are a great team. Dont let anyone tell yall different. This is what team work is.

This Queen is a whole vibe 🔥 the energy, the professionalism, the passion and family values. We are here for it.

Thank you and all the other truck drivers out there. The roads are extremely dangerous these days. Stay safe and the best to you!

I love this lady. She's really entertaining to watch. Good for her for finding a business that she's able to be successful at. Keep doing what you're doing!

The trucking industry held me for 4 months. I figured out quick that it's not worth working in an industry in need of such massive reform. "Debt peonage" couldn't be more accurate. "Indentured servitude" would be a good term for it as well. You would not believe how many of these companies try to get brand new drivers to lease trucks just to be indebted to the company. It's a predatory system that robs the workers of their livelihoods. Many of these people have little to no education and don't see it coming until they're underwater and out of options and that’s why I had to make research about governmental grants and hired a licensed professional grant writer who helped me in securing a grant and I could start up a business for myself.

She is a brave woman! More power to her !!

Right on you go girl! I'm also a female trucker myself. Been on the job since June or July of 2021. Spent a month and half on with my mentor. And I been in my own company truck since September that same year. I'm otr currently but I'm planning on doing local work in Texas soon. It's the first job I've had that I don't hate. For once I enjoy what I do. It fits my personality perfectly and it's satisfying being able to back the truck and trailer successfully. I don't see myself retiring from anything else.

Awesome seeing you doing this business as an owner operator, keep soaring higher Clarissa 👍 I wish you all the best 🙏

Thank you to all the truck drivers! ❤️. You are essential to our survival and I am so grateful to you and your families for your sacrifices! God bless you all and keep you all safe on the roads! Amen!!!! 💕❤️🙏

Love her!!! What a vibe , energy and attitude ! Brilliant . She would succeed at anything she did!

As a diesel mechanic, it's refreshing getting drivers coming into the shop with positive attitudes. any freightliner from 2012 to 2019 is a good truck to drive. parts are easy to come by for the most part, oil changes and other services are easy to do as well. By far a really good truck, especially with the DD15 engine.

Best of luck to her and hope for continued success in the field! Definitely a tough career, you can tell how motivated and supported she is by her family.

This is amazing!!!! I love her spirit, determination and passion for what she does. She is doing such an essential job in today’s world, and I respect her so much for her take on it. Go sparkle!✨✨

This woman deserves everything good that comes her way!

Proud of you sis 👏🏾! I don't do TikTok but I wish you the best on your journey. Continue to br safe and there is nothing wrong with your husband staying at home and mentoring his two sons! God bless! 🤎

You are DEFINITELY a super hero! Thank you so much for keeping the shelves stocked and sacrificing time with your family to deliver for us all. May you be safe and blessed in every way!

A lovely, hardworking woman, with a lovely family. She's out there grinding and making it happen.

Some people here are saying she works too hard and doesn't make enough money. But she's self-employed -- that makes all the difference. When you work for yourself, you put in a lot of extra time, but you love every second of it. It's hard to put into words how empowering it is to be your own boss, and how many rewards come with it. It changes everything. She's living her best life in what is still the land of opportunity. God bless this lovely woman and her family.

So happy to see her on here. I first started following her on Tik Tok and she is such a positive person. I love her saying “I maybe a broken crayon but I still can color”.

So much respect for you and everyone in that industry. You’re a wonderful representative.

This is the best interview video because this woman/ human being loves what she does. It's joyful in the process of doing what she loves.

Jobs will pay your bills business will make you rich but investment makes and you keep you wealthy the future is inevitable, I pray everyone here becomes successful

Much much respect!!! Brave lady and she is looking good doing what she loves. More blessings your way sis.

This job isn't for everyone, long drives on dark highways, not sleeping in own bed at night. Dealing with traffic and stupid people. Glad there are people like her out there that is willing to put up will all of it. Definitely need truckers!!!

Props to her. Brave woman not afraid to take on a non traditional role. Women like this inspire me. Live brave, bold and confident. Wishing you alot a success my dear. Love her little family ❤️

she's a JOY!!! truck drivers really make the world go round and i'm so glad she knows she's a big part of that, cape and all!

I’m at 160 truck driving class in Detroit watching you, and have gotten the biggest inspiration Eva😊 Thank you for this video God makes no mistakes Stat safe

Her energy is infectous. May God bless and keep you and your family.

Respect for this amazing woman.

I've been following her for a minute now and this was super dope that she was able to tell her story here! She is an essential worker who deserves her flowers !

What a GREAT interview. Clarissa Rankin has a positive outloook on the trucker life. This is not easy!

I love your attitude, I'm a female truck driver as well and I feel the same as you'll. I love how people are so excited to see me driving a 18 wheeler. Stay safe out the hun and keep up the amazing videos

Thank you for all you do. You are appreciated beyond measure. Truly enjoyed this episode CNBC!

My students loved your episode! First time they gave a round of applause. They loved your attitude!

She took her life in her hands, what a wonderful woman

When you invest, you're buying a day you don't have to work

I love this. A black women and her family thriving. Good to see❤

Her work ethic is amazing. I think Truckers should start doing zoom meetings just to encourage eachother. Ms. Rankin is def an inspiration to me as a woman and a POC.

It’s takes a trucker to understand a trucker. What we do is so important, and what she says is true. We are under appreciated. During 2020, I ran the country and the trailer WAS my cape. I’ll never forget that year, everyone was locked up in their house and me and my fellow brothers and sisters were gunning it down the interstates. This isn’t for everyone, but a true trucker will always fight to keep their seat in the game and wheels moving. This isn’t the light hearted.

I’m so happy for her. She actually enjoys her job and she’s making good money in the process.

I absolutely LOVE this woman's energy!

Good job, sis! These jobs keep the world going. Thank you for your service 🙏🏾✊🏾

You’re appreciated. Good to have people like this in the world.

Excellent story!!! Thank y’all so much for covering this!!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾

Love this, Don't worry about what people say or think, you have a family to pay for not a community to impress. You just keep doing what your doing x

I respect truckers. Much prosperity to you and your family!

Thank you. Truck drivers make America great thanks to you guys we get the needs we need at our stores

I'm a female solo driver... We're not that rare. We're here every day. She's 1099. She doesn't get any benefits, no workman's comp of she's injured, nothing. This is completely jaded. We need more women but please don't put out this misleading info. She makes $70k with zero benefits. None. If she wants medical or any benefits she has to pay for them from her $70k left. She makes most of her money from social media. Not trucking. Be honest.

You’re an amazing woman. You should be so proud of yourself. Considering how hard you work the pays not that great after expenses. Hats off to you though. Much admiration to you. ❤

Wow.... Great, Great video. You have truly inspired me. In just about every way you spoke of I could relate. I enjoyed your comment when you spoke of the love that you have for what it is that you do. Your video was not long winded but covered critical issues like family, tragedy and safety. Just a very positive video. Much success to you and your family Sis, keep up the good work!!

Love this! I used to drive with my Spouse. I miss it as we started to invest in Stock to secure the future of our kids. I got my invested stock capital from truck driving. My main purpose of stopping was because we now have kids and also we have been able to meet our financial goals with the help of a CFA. Stay safe and keep on trucking, beautiful!

Great outlook and glad she loves it. She said she made $50k at her previous job. Now she works 365/24/7 and after expenses, she makes $24k more. Doesn't seem worth it to me, but as long as she's happy

Okay I LOVED this! Beautiful attitude, beautiful family, and beautiful woman! She will be very successful in life.

If I could find a company that would allow me to bring on a 13 yr old and an 11 yr old, I'd be on the road for a while. I am a truck driver and would love to go back but being a single mom makes it so hard. She is brilliant and so positive

This was incredibly fascinating. I appreciate that she covered every aspect even the very personal

It makes me have faith in this world again knowing that there are people out there like this!

This lady inspired me to get my CDL a few months ago. Thank you Clarissa! Bless ya life!!

An absolutely beautiful video of a hard-working trucker and her wonderful family! Gid Bless You!

I love it that you are the primary bread winner and you're husband is at home with the kids. It's an amazing lifestyle that brings you and your family so much to look forward to. Bless him and you for being the hard working family that you are and bless you for loving what you do so much. I was reading many comment on here from female truck drivers that you encouraged. That in itself is so wonderful. Women are great drivers and there is no reason why a woman cannot drive a big rig. May your life be filled with good fortune and many blessings.

She was very pleasant. Wish her all the best in life. 🙂

good for her, I think what makes he stand out is her attitude! I love it

You are just what I needed. About to get into trucking. I'm a special needs school bus driver. About to get class A. I love your energy and you have a beautiful family. Keep giving us the T honey! Blessings

I totally needed this video ! My journey starts Monday and I’m sooo excited !

Love this! I’m a new female truck driver and the encouragement I get from people is so rewarding 😊 I’m really happy I decided to get my CDL. It’s only up from here!

Good to see this nice lady enjoy her field in trucking. Been a mechanic for 20 years with a CDL. I would love to deal with a driver like her. 😊

Am happy to see this going on for you momma, I am currently in process of getting mines too need to make a change in my life and career hopefully one day we cross paths all the best

GOD BLESS YOU!! YOU GIVE ME HOPE, GIRL!! I had a crappy tester 16 years ago, WHO failed me on the driving part of my test, when it should have been 1 point off, on my backing, and continue the test!! So now, I am going to try it again. I just had Gastric Sleeve Surgery and am trying to get healthy enough to pass the Physical! I will do it this time!! You inspired me so much, and when I saw your family I cried, at work. Because all I have ever wanted was to drive for 16 years and it was taken from me!!

Being a truck driver takes so much dedication. Being away from family for long periods of time, dealing with crazy drivers and every type of weather. I know I could never do this job. Salute to all those dedicated truck drivers out there ❤ be safe always on the road

She’s a very special person. The world needs more like her.♥♥

You’re awesome. I only have admiration for hard working people like you!! Keep it up and let us know when you build a fleet!

Your love of trucker's life, and hearing talk about that love, is contagious. I haul people, and I feel the same way, I love it. I love the open road, I love interstate travel. It doesn'y even feel like work, it just feels exciting!

I really appreciate this video and her. This really opened my eyes. Thank you!

Truck drivers are so crucial to keep our Walmarts and grocery stores stocked. Sadly it is a very lonely life, being away from their partner for extended periods of time.

I’m so happy for her & her family!

Let me just reiterate the fact for new people that see this video, Clarissa is a owner operator she owns the truck and trailer or rents/leases the trailer, she is responsible for every expense report she does on that truck and trailer while in her possession. This is the top of the food chain of what the trucking industry can do for you but you need to work for it. I have no doubt that Clarissa made sacrifices to her personal life by this decision and she is now in a more comfortable position. Being an owner operator is not for everyone. Like any field, trade, job, theres tips and tricks to be had with it. Location is everything when it comes to trucking in regards to home time and types of loads. Chicago for example is a great place for products going in and out of. New York is another. Please Please don't sign on to go trucking school thinking you're going to make $150k as a new driver in your first year. There are ways to make above average pay your first year but it is a grind and half to make top tier money. I've personally seen companies get rail roaded because some person came in and thought they were going to make $75k their first year or 6 figures because of videos they saw on the internet to create a false perspective and expectations as a new driver. Clarissa is a prime example of hard work and dedication thank you for that Clarissa.

OMG CLARISSA MADE IT TO CNBC OWE OWW OWW! TRUCKERS LIFE BABY! Seriously: so happy to see Clarissa get this shine. She's such a positive person and she makes me happy every time I see her on my FYP. 🚛

Three years ago thanks to Clarissa I got on that DMV Genie and got that Class A. One of the best moves made in my life.

This job is collapsing, tens of thousands of drivers can’t find jobs now ,2023 is going to be very hard

Love heading her complain how everyone sucks at driving its honestly a pure joy wishing her luck in the business

As a fellow trucker, it's so cool to see CNBC make a video on trucking! Btw, I love your content, Clarissa!

She makes truck driving look good 💖 Love how she keeps it cute but has the skills to back it up