# Driver Spotlight: Meet Melanie!

Meet Melanie, our Charlotte-based Dispatch Driver who always carries an upbeat spirit and found Dispatch's flexibility to be a great fit for her lifestyle.

## Kelsie McMahon

Published on: February 19, 2020  
Updated on: October 1, 2024

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### Table of Contents

- [How did you hear about Dispatch?](/content/blog/driver-spotlight-meet-melanie#toc-how-did-you-hear-about-dispatch?/index.html)  
- [How long have you been driving with Dispatch?](/content/blog/driver-spotlight-meet-melanie#toc-how-long-have-you-been-driving-with-dispatch?/index.html)  
- [‍What kind of vehicle do you drive?](/content/blog/driver-spotlight-meet-melanie#toc-%E2%80%8Dwhat-kind-of-vehicle-do-you-drive?/index.html)  
- [Why did you decide that Dispatch was the best job fit for you and your lifestyle?](/content/blog/driver-spotlight-meet-melanie#toc-why-did-you-decide-that-dispatch-was-the-best-job-fit-for-you-and-your-lifestyle?/index.html)  
- [Tell us your favorite Dispatch story!](/content/blog/driver-spotlight-meet-melanie#toc-tell-us-your-favorite-dispatch-story!/index.html)  
- [Why should other people drive with Dispatch?‍](/content/blog/driver-spotlight-meet-melanie#toc-why-should-other-people-drive-with-dispatch?%E2%80%8D/index.html)  
- [What’s your favorite thing about being able to set your own hours?‍](/content/blog/driver-spotlight-meet-melanie#toc-what%E2%80%99s-your-favorite-thing-about-being-able-to-set-your-own-hours?%E2%80%8D/index.html)  
- [If you could give any advice to other drivers at Dispatch, what would it be?‍](/content/blog/driver-spotlight-meet-melanie#toc-if-you-could-give-any-advice-to-other-drivers-at-dispatch,-what-would-it-be?%E2%80%8D/index.html)

In this Driver Spotlight, we introduce you to Melanie, a Charlotte-based driver who always has a smile and upbeat spirit. She continuously engages with other Dispatch drivers, assists with upcoming orders, and makes it a point to put people first. Read on to learn more about Melanie!

### **How did you hear about Dispatch?**

I actually heard about Dispatch through my husband. He started [delivering with Dispatch](/content/drivers/index.html) and really loves it!

### **How long have you been driving with Dispatch?**

I’ve been with Dispatch for almost six months.

### ‍    **What kind of vehicle do you drive?**

I drive a Dodge Journey which is considered a mid-sized vehicle, but I am seriously considering upgrading to a cargo van sometime soon.

### **Why did you decide that Dispatch was the best job fit for you and your lifestyle?**

My previous job was so stressful. I would come home miserable every day. Once I gave [Dispatch](/content/site-root.html) a try and loved the flexibility and meeting such nice people all day, I realized this was what I wanted to do.

### **Tell us your favorite Dispatch story!**

I wouldn’t say I have a favorite story, but one of the things I really love is interacting with our customers. I see a lot of the same people and they really brighten my day.

### **Why should other people drive with Dispatch?** ‍

If you are looking for a flexible schedule and are a people person, this is a great opportunity. I also bring home more money now than I was at my previous stressful job.

### **What’s your favorite thing about being able to set your own hours?** ‍

I have 5 daughters and 12 grandchildren, so being able to go to sporting events, award ceremonies, etc., has been awesome.

### **If you could give any advice to other drivers at Dispatch, what would it be?** ‍

Have fun with it and stay positive.