How To Kickstart 2026 In Brokerage With CRM Discipline, Diversified Niches, And Better Follow-Ups
Want a real reset for 2026? We break down what’s actually moving the freight market right now and give you a practical blueprint you can run tomorrow—disciplined CRM habits, focused prospecting, timely follow-ups, and boring-but-powerful organization that turns chaos into steady revenue. If you’re ready to trade busywork for momentum, hit play and start the […]
By Freight 360
How To Kickstart 2026 In Brokerage With CRM Discipline, Diversified Niches, And Better Follow-Ups
Want a real reset for 2026? We break down what’s actually moving the freight market right now and give you a practical blueprint you can run tomorrow—disciplined CRM habits, focused prospecting, timely follow-ups, and boring-but-powerful organization that turns chaos into steady revenue. If you’re ready to trade busywork for momentum, hit play and start the […]
By Freight 360
What It Really Costs To Run A Small Freight Brokerage | Final Mile 125
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: đź’° What’s the average monthly cost to be a freight broker? 🧩 What affordable options compare to Genlogs for small brokerages? đźšš How do lease drivers, owner-operators, and insurance all work together? Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope: https://quikskope.com/ Levity: https://levity.ai/ DAT Freight & Analytics […]
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đźšš No ELD, No Load? How ELD-Exempt Carriers Really Get Booked | Final Mile 124
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: 🚨 Fraud Alert: Fake carrier showed legit tracking, took a $2K fuel advance, never picked up the load đźšš ELD Question: How do ELD-exempt carriers get set up on Highway? 🧠Broker Tools: What’s the best CRM for a freight broker? Support Our […]
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💥 $2,000 Fuel Advance Lost — Here’s What Actually Happened | Episode 324
We break down a real Idaho-to-Florida scam where clean onboarding, fake documents, and convincing GPS pings led to a $2,000 fuel advance disappearing without a pickup. With tender rejections climbing past 10%, tighter capacity is nudging rates up—and making organized fraud more profitable—so we walk through the policy signals, tracking pitfalls, and vetting gaps brokers […]
By Freight 360
💥 $2,000 Fuel Advance Lost — Here’s What Actually Happened | Episode 324
We break down a real Idaho-to-Florida scam where clean onboarding, fake documents, and convincing GPS pings led to a $2,000 fuel advance disappearing without a pickup. With tender rejections climbing past 10%, tighter capacity is nudging rates up—and making organized fraud more profitable—so we walk through the policy signals, tracking pitfalls, and vetting gaps brokers […]
By Freight 360
đźšš No ELD, No Load? How ELD-Exempt Carriers Really Get Booked | Final Mile 124
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: 🚨 Fraud Alert: Fake carrier showed legit tracking, took a $2K fuel advance, never picked up the load đźšš ELD Question: How do ELD-exempt carriers get set up on Highway? 🧠Broker Tools: What’s the best CRM for a freight broker? Support Our […]
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How New Freight Brokers Win In A Loose Market | Final Mile 123
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: 📦 Is There Still Opportunity for New Brokers? — Is there still enough freight for new brokers to make real money? 🚨 Broker–Carrier Communication — Why are carriers getting flagged for normal follow-ups while brokers penalize basic communication preferences? đź’° Comp Plan Reality […]
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Get Your Freight Brokerage Ready for Next Year | Episode 323
Ever feel like you’re moving more freight but keeping less money? This breaks down a real year-end audit showing where margin leaks happen—from accounts and lanes to tech stack waste—and how to tweak them. It’s a practical playbook for tracking the right metrics, cutting silent costs, and making next year smarter, not just busier. Support […]
By Freight 360
Get Your Freight Brokerage Ready for Next Year | Episode 323
Ever feel like you’re moving more freight but keeping less money? This breaks down a real year-end audit showing where margin leaks happen—from accounts and lanes to tech stack waste—and how to tweak them. It’s a practical playbook for tracking the right metrics, cutting silent costs, and making next year smarter, not just busier. Support […]
By Freight 360
How New Freight Brokers Win In A Loose Market | Final Mile 123
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: 📦 Is There Still Opportunity for New Brokers? — Is there still enough freight for new brokers to make real money? 🚨 Broker–Carrier Communication — Why are carriers getting flagged for normal follow-ups while brokers penalize basic communication preferences? đź’° Comp Plan Reality […]
By Freight 360
Why Unpredictable Freight Makes Brokers Essential | Final Mile 122
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: đźšš Which industries have the highest demand and best success rates for freight brokers? 🔍 When using DAT, how do you deal with carriers showing fraud signals or safety issues? 🧱 For someone who just opened their freight brokerage, what helps new owners […]
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