Our Best Freight Brokerage Advice | Episode 300
We’re celebrating 300 episodes by sharing the most valuable lessons we’ve learned in building a successful freight brokerage. From finding your niche and qualifying leads to building strong carrier relationships and tracking profit—not just revenue—this episode is packed with time-tested strategies. Whether you’re new or seasoned, these fundamentals will help you grow smarter and stronger […]
Software, LTL, & Low Rates | Final Mile 99
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: 📦 Recommended freight broker software tools to manage rate confirmations, BOLs, PODs, and invoices. 🚚 Strategies for pricing and moving LTL (Less-than-Truckload) shipments. 🥔 What to do when shippers underpay: Can brokers ask for more money without damaging relationships? Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope – […]
Moving DoD Freight | Episode 299
Military logistics is one of the most complex and overlooked areas in transportation. In this episode, we break down how moving freight for the Department of Defense really works—from navigating organizations like SDDC, to managing tight timelines, limited carrier capacity, and high-stakes coordination. You’ll also hear firsthand stories and relationship-building tips that can help brokers […]
Export Rail, Cross-Border Hay, and Load Cancellations | Final Mile 98
Stephen Ruhe & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: 🚆 Export & Domestic Rail Freight – How can brokers source both export and domestic rail freight? 🍁 Moving Hay from Canada to the U.S. – If you’re brokering freight like hay from Canada to the U.S., can you handle customs clearance yourself—or […]
Tech in Freight Brokerage | Episode 298
Benjamin and Stephen dive into how technology is changing freight brokerage in this episode of Freight 360: Using TMS and automation to boost efficiency Helping small brokerages adopt and improve tech Avoiding the hype and making sure systems actually work Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope – Get a Free Trial: Click HereLevity: Click HereDAT Freight & Analytics […]
Insurance, Sourcing Freight, and Objections | Final Mile 97
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: ✅ Insurance and surety bond requirements for starting a freight brokerage in Florida 📦 How brokers find loads and the role of load boards vs. direct shippers 🚫 Handling the “we only work with asset-based carriers” objection Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope – Get a […]
The Art of Customer Relationship Building | Episode 297
🎧 This Freight 360 episode explores winning brokerage strategies, industry risks, and economic shifts. -Securing more freight through strong communication and customer value-FMCSA identity verification changes and rising fraud concerns-Tariffs, safety budget cuts, and their economic impact-Tech, AI, and personal productivity tips for brokers Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope – Get a Free Trial: Click HereLevity: Click […]
Working the Spot Market, Cold Calling Success, and Career Transitions in Logistics | Final Mile 96
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: 📦 Are load boards enough? — Can brokers actually find spot market loads directly on load boards, or do they first need to secure customers independently and then post the freight? 📞 Cold call math — Out of 80 outbound calls, how many […]
The Future of Freight Payments: Outgo and DAT | Episode 296
In this episode of Freight 360, we’re joined by Ken Adamo, Chief of Analytics at DAT, and Marcus Womack, CEO and Co-founder of Outgo, to break down the current freight market and DAT’s recent acquisition of Outgo. We discuss how this move enhances payment speed, transparency, and financial control for carriers. Topics include challenges like […]
Training, Automation, & More | Final Mile 95
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Freight Broker Certificate Courses Canceling a Freight Brokerage Start-Up Covering Step Deck Loads AI for Freight Brokers Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope – Get a Free Trial: Click HereLevity: Click HereDAT Freight & Analytics – Get 10% off your first year!DAT Power – Brokers & […]
How to Handle Failed Freight Brokerage Bids: Expert Strategies for Success in 2025
Key Takeaways Introduction Managing failed bids in freight brokerage requires a delicate balance of professionalism, transparency, and strategic thinking. This comprehensive guide explores expert insights from industry veterans on navigating challenging contract situations and turning potential failures into opportunities for growth. Understanding Failed Bids in Freight Brokerage Common Causes of Bid Failures Early Warning Signs […]
DAT Rating, Insurance, and Contracts | Final Mile 94
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: MC Authority Delay? New brokerage struggling on DAT — is 1.5 years to gain tractionlegit?Broker Contracts Help Lawyer vs. templates — what’s best for new logisticsbrokerages?Insurance Needed Hard time raising liability to $2M? Here's where to look. Cameron Pechia: Cameron@AllLinesInsure.com Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope […]
