Unveiling the Trucking and Freight Market: A Comprehensive Analysis
Today, we’ll be diving deep into the world of trucking and freight brokerage, discussing why rates oscillate and predicting the market’s future trajectory.
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The Final Mile #6 Why Are Freight Brokers Unhappy?
Hunter: “Are freight agents allowed to work/contract with more than one broker at a time? So if Brokerage “A” does not want to move that load for whatever reason (such as extending credit, etc.), I can go with Brokerage “B”?” Maysa: “I am looking to change our insurance company, Any recommendations for a good one?” […]
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Episode 206: He Went from Zero to $25M in 2 Years (with Pardeep Singh of T3RA Logistics)
In this episode, we talk with Pardeep Singh who started T3RA Logistics in 2021 with no experience and no customers. He’s grown his brokerage to $25 Million in sales in just two years thanks to his hard work, amazing team, and some help from Freight 360. We talk about overcoming struggles, learning things the hard […]
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The Final Mile #5 You Gotta Use a TMS!
Ashish: “What insurance is needed for my brokerage business?”Joe: “When you see crazy rates like $1 to $1.50 per mile, do you still call and try to negotiate with a broker? Not only is it an insult, but I lose a lot of faith in the broker right then because they definitely don’t care about […]
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Freight Broker Cold Calling: Why the top brokers ditch the script
Every shipper and every client operates in a different way. Here’s an insight into the art of cold calling in freight brokerage.
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How to Succeed as a Freight Broker in the Produce Industry
By connecting shippers with carriers, freight brokers serve as the crucial link that ensures smooth operations in transporting various commodities. Learn about the produce transportation.
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The Final Mile #5 You Gotta Use a TMS!
Ashish: “What insurance is needed for my brokerage business?”Joe: “When you see crazy rates like $1 to $1.50 per mile, do you still call and try to negotiate with a broker? Not only is it an insult, but I lose a lot of faith in the broker right then because they definitely don’t care about […]
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Episode 205: Shipping & Prospecting Meat Companies
In this episode of Freight 360, the focus is on meat. Join us as we chat with Stephen Ruhe, a freight broker at TMX Logitran and regular contributor to Freight 360, as we delve into the intricacies of shipping meat products. Whether it’s prospecting or understanding operational nuances, this episode is a must-listen if you’re […]
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The Final Mile #4 Dispatchers, Prospecting, & More
Thor: “What kind of authority, if any, is needed to become an independent dispatcher?”Jacqueline: “How do I become a dispatcher?”Jason: “There’s an issue in the expedite industry with unlicensed sprinter van owners making non-binding agreements with brokers, leaving them unprotected. This widespread practice, especially in the Bosnian and Russian communities, seems unpunished and affects competition. […]
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Episode 204: Freight Fraud (with Jeff Hopper from DAT)
Fraud is no joke, and it’s gotten worse and worse in the last year. We’ve got Jeff Hopper from DAT on this episode where we dive into fraud and how to protect yourself from it in today’s era of freight brokering.0:00 Intro3:25 Sports9:50 News19:40 Main EpisodeReport Fraud to DAT: https://www.dat.com/report-a-bad-player Freight Broker Basics Course: https://bit.ly/freight-360-universityRecommended […]
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The Final Mile #3 “How Do I Get Hired as an Agent Trainee?”
“For a BOC-3, Does every agency charge you when there are documents that will be presented to you? For example, I’ve seen one company that charges only 30, but if something needs to be presented to you, each state has a designated fee!”“I would like to know about General liability, Contingent auto liability, and Contingent […]
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What is it Like to Be a Freight Agent?
A freight agent is an independent contractor operating under a licensed freight broker, with no need for special licenses or certifications.
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