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Feb 20, 2024 • 24min

Part-Time Freight Brokering, Load Board Comparisons, & More | Final Mile #31

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:Detention PayPart-time BrokeringLoad Board ComparisonsCommission PlansOutsourced Cold Calling Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click HereLevity: Click HereDAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year!DAT Power - Brokers & Carriers: Click HereRecommended Products: Click HereFreight Broker Basics Course: Click HereJoin Our Facebook Group: Click HereCheck out all of our content online: Click Here
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Feb 16, 2024 • 51min

Navigating Freight Claim Challenges | Episode 231

Freight claims are a pain in the butt. Period. The reality is that they are part of freight brokering so we're taking this episode to talk about the claims process and how to best manage it. We tell some stories and finish off with tip to prevent claims. Enjoy! Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click HereLevity: Click HereDAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year!DAT Power - Brokers & Carriers: Click HereRecommended Products: Click HereFreight Broker Basics Course: Click HereJoin Our Facebook Group: Click HereCheck out all of our content online: Click Here
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Feb 13, 2024 • 29min

Navigating Non-Competes | Final Mile #30

The podcast discusses topics like getting consistent loads, non-compete agreements in the freight industry, efficient round-trip routes, and vehicle reliability. They touch on the importance of trust with carriers, balancing relationships, and the impact of non-competes on professional growth.
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Feb 9, 2024 • 52min

Lessons Learned from Project Freight | Episode 230

Explore the challenges and intricacies of project freight logistics, including insights on quoting, managing projects, and optimizing operations. Learn about automation tools like Levity and industry resources like Blue Book Services. Discover strategies for efficient freight operations and capacity management to ensure success in the project freight industry.
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Feb 6, 2024 • 28min

Carrier Cancellations, Rate Deductions, and Embracing New Challenges | Final Mile #29

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:Carrier Cancels on a LoadDeducting Money from a CarrierVerifying Carrier IdentityGetting Bored in BrokerageDamages at Delivery Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click HereLevity: Click HereDAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year!DAT Power - Brokers & Carriers: Click HereRecommended Products: Click HereFreight Broker Basics Course: Click HereJoin Our Facebook Group: Click HereCheck out all of our content online: Click Here
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Feb 2, 2024 • 1h 1min

LTL Basics | Episode 229

Nate lost a bet and wears a Chiefs jersey, we talk about the UPS and Coyote problems, and most importantly we crack open the nut of LTL as it pertains to freight brokers. In this episode, you'll learn the basics of LTL, how it compares to full truckload, how it's priced, and how those pallets actually get from origin to destination. Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click HereLevity: Click HereDAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year!DAT Power - Brokers & Carriers: Click HereRecommended Products: Click HereFreight Broker Basics Course: Click HereJoin Our Facebook Group: Click HereCheck out all of our content online: Click Here
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Jan 30, 2024 • 25min

Motor Carrier Deception, Hazmat Hauling, and 1099 Tax Tactics | Final Mile #28

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:Burner MCsHighway vs Carrier 411Produce ClaimsHazMat Loads1099 TaxesCustomer TMS Platforms Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click HereLevity: Click HereDAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year!DAT Power - Brokers & Carriers: Click HereRecommended Products: Click HereFreight Broker Basics Course: Click HereJoin Our Facebook Group: Click HereCheck out all of our content online: Click Here
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Jan 26, 2024 • 57min

Lane Pricing and Negotiation Strategies in Freight Brokerage | Episode 228

Topics discussed include lane pricing and negotiation strategies, factors influencing freight rates and capacity, the importance of staying informed in the industry, understanding loose and tight capacity, factors affecting pricing and negotiation, and the importance of caring in the freight brokerage industry.
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Jan 23, 2024 • 29min

Freight Broker Prospecting and Sales Tips | Final Mile #27

Get tips on freight broker prospecting, selling in the spot market, and prospecting freight forwarders. Learn about requirements for a sprinter van company and the importance of trust in the freight brokerage industry. Also, explore the requirements for interstate operating authority and DOT numbers, as well as the discussion on factory companies and rebranding.
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Jan 19, 2024 • 49min

Lake-Effect Snow vs. Trucking | Episode 227

This episode offers an exhilarating mix of NFL highlights and freight market strategies, beginning with the Buffalo Bills' victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers and setting high stakes for the Bills vs. Chiefs game. We then dive into how winter weather impacts the logistics industry, from adapting to icy roads and delays to dealing with regional challenges in transportation. We wrap up with insights on how natural disasters affect the trucking industry, offering strategies for freight brokers to optimize profits. Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click HereLevity: Click HereDAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year!DAT Power - Brokers & Carriers: Click HereRecommended Products: Click HereFreight Broker Basics Course: Click HereJoin Our Facebook Group: Click HereCheck out all of our content online: Click Here

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