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. […]
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. […]
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.
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.
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 […]
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 […]
