Owner driver

Hi, I’ve had my class 1 for 10 years and have had my managers cpc for 4 years. I have been in transport management for the last 6 years. I have secured a few parking spaces in a yard, I have got myself an o licence for 2 trucks and trailers, I have got all the necessary insurances, I have funds available. All I now need is good paying and prompt paying work. I have heard and read all sorts of horror stories regarding poor paying work and then not getting paid. Just after some friendly advice mate. Thanks