How to Market a Freight Brokerage in 2023
In this blog, we look at the importance of marketing in the freight brokerage business in 2023, highlighting the most successful marketing strategies.
Episode 203: How to Use Warehousing as a Freight Broker
As freight brokers, sometimes out customers need more than just a truck. If a load needs to be transferred to another truck or your customer just simply needs storage space, you might need to find a warehouse to help them out. In this episode, we’re breaking down warehousing and how you can use them to […]
The Final Mile #2 “How Do I Quote an RFP?”
“As a new broker, what is the best CRM to use?”“I’ve been getting mixed guidance regarding the FMCSA guidance that came out in November 2022 and revised in June 2023 indicating that independent dispatchers that work for multiple motor carriers are now considered to be a broker. Is this correct?”“I would like a sales script […]
The Final Mile #2 “How Do I Quote an RFP?”
“As a new broker, what is the best CRM to use?”“I’ve been getting mixed guidance regarding the FMCSA guidance that came out in November 2022 and revised in June 2023 indicating that independent dispatchers that work for multiple motor carriers are now considered to be a broker. Is this correct?”“I would like a sales script […]
Episode 202: Prospecting (Quantity vs Quality of Leads)
Making 100 calls a day might be a good technique when you start as a freight broker, but making less calls that are more targeted and higher quality is the goal once you get your book of business off the ground. In this episode, we’re breaking down the difference in these two techniques and when/how […]
The Final Mile #1 “Why Would I Need a Book of Business?”
We’re answering your questions!“I’m a daily company driver. Can I start small in brokering while still driving?”“I’m a new broker and every job posting asks for a book of business, which I think means a clientele base. If I had a clientele base, why would I need to work for a company?”“What load board can […]
Episode 201: Our Favorite Tech & Tools
We’re sharing our favorite tech and tools as freight brokers and discussing how things have evolved over the past decade.0:00 Intro4:10 Sports6:25 News13:30 Main EpisodeFreight Broker Basics Course: https://bit.ly/freight-360-universityRecommended Products: https://bit.ly/3mT2KAPFreight 360 Website: https://www.freight360.net/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449325909379811 Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope – Get a Free Trial: Click HereLevity: Click HereBluebook Services: Click HereDAT Freight & Analytics – […]
Freight Brokerage: How the Big Companies, like TQL and Echo, work?
Join us for a detailed exploration into the structures and strategies of prominent players in the freight brokerage industry, like TQL, CH Robinson, and Echo. We offer insights into their sales methods, different business models, their pros and cons, and provides guidance to individuals considering a career in this sector, whether it’s with a large company, a small brokerage, or starting their own venture.
Episode 200: How the Back Office Works to Support Freight Brokers
On this 200th episode, Nate and Ben venture into the intricate workings of a freight brokerage’s back office. The efficient operation of the brokerage isn’t solely attributed to the sales team, but also to the crucial supporting roles such as accounting and carrier compliance, which ensure the brokerage remains on track.SURVEY Chance to Win $1,000: […]
Episode 200: How the Back Office Works to Support Freight Brokers
On this 200th episode, Nate and Ben venture into the intricate workings of a freight brokerage’s back office. The efficient operation of the brokerage isn’t solely attributed to the sales team, but also to the crucial supporting roles such as accounting and carrier compliance, which ensure the brokerage remains on track.SURVEY Chance to Win $1,000: […]