

Freight 360
Freight 360
It's the Freight360 podcast from Freight Broker Sales tips to Sports Talk. This podcast is all about helping you grow as a Freight Broker with your hosts, Nate Cross and Benjamin Kowalski. New episodes every Friday and our Q&A series "The Final Mile" every Tuesday.Join us as we dive into the freight industry to provide you with the latest in Freight Broker education and industry news.If you have a question you would like answered on our show visit the website below or leave a comment wherever you get your podcasts.Visit our website www.freight360.net for our complete library of free content and resources, tailored to guide you towards a successful career as a Freight Broker.Also check out our YouTube channel for our weekly educational videos. https://youtube.com/@Freight360?si=Z8Ro07zZvfKISlfrLet's Talk Freight!™©2024 All Rights Reserved by Freight 360, LLC.
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Feb 14, 2025 • 1h 3min
How Freight Brokers Quote New Shippers | Episode 281
🎙 Mastering Freight Rates & Market TrendsUnlock the keys to freight success in this episode! We break down essential strategies for quoting, negotiating, and navigating market shifts in logistics.🔹 Freight Rate Negotiations – Tips to master the art of pricing and securing the best deals.🔹 Trucking Capacity & Market Trends – How to interpret heat maps and spot rate trends.🔹 Economic Impacts – The effects of steel & aluminum tariffs on supply chains.🔹 Supply Chain Disruptions – How avian flu is affecting the chicken and egg market.🔹 Operational Strategies – Avoiding “Fallout Friday” cancellations and sourcing trucks efficiently.Stay ahead in the logistics game with expert insights and actionable takeaways! 🚛📦 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

Feb 11, 2025 • 23min
Dispatcher Pay, New Broker Tips, & Produce Claims | Final Mile 80
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:💰 Dispatcher Fees – How much should you pay per load or per week for tracking and tracing?🎯 Lessons for New Brokers – The one piece of advice industry veterans wish they had when starting.🚛 Broker vs. Carrier Load Dumping – Why brokers sometimes tell carriers to dump late-arriving produce and what to do about it.📑 Customer Onboarding Timeline – How long should contracts, credit checks, and insurance verification take? 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

Feb 7, 2025 • 58min
How to Move Your First Load With a New Customer | Episode 280
🎙️ Freight, Trade & TouchdownsFreight Brokerage 101 – Learn how to quote a new shipper and secure your first load.Trade & Tariffs – The impact of trade wars, Mexican border policies, and USPS parcel suspensions.NFL & Laughs – Super Bowl hot takes, referee favoritism, and Ben’s daddy-daughter dance.LTL Changes – Updates on freight class shifts and how brokers can adapt.Sales Strategies – Cold calling tactics, trust-building, and securing long-term customers.Tune in for a mix of industry insights, real-world strategies, and a bit of fun along the way! 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

Feb 4, 2025 • 18min
Low Rates, Claims, & More Q&A | Final Mile 79
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:Working as a Freight Broker as a ForeignerLow Rates ExplainedFreight Claims with a Co-Broker Arrangement 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

Jan 31, 2025 • 1h 5min
Sales Pipeline Management & Follow Up | Episode 279
We recently talked about prospecting and lead generation, but how do you follow up with a shipper? What do you say? When should you follow up? These are common questions and we're breaking this down in detail on this second episode in a series on freight broker prospecting. 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

Jan 28, 2025 • 18min
Taxes, Carrier Partnerships, and Broker Transparency | Final Mile 78
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:Freight Broker TaxesBuilding a Carrier NetworkBroker Transparency 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

Jan 24, 2025 • 51min
Freight Broker Sales 101 | Episode 278
🎙️ Master Freight Sales with ConfidenceReady to exceed your shippers' expectations? In this episode of Freight360, we share essential strategies to elevate your freight sales game.🌟 What You’ll Learn:Smart Sales Strategies: Balance price, service, and quality while identifying ideal customers.Cold Calling Confidence: Overcome nerves, build trust, and close deals with ease.Actionable Insights: Leverage market data to enhance your sales approach.Gain the tools to connect authentically and make every sales call count. Tune in now! 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

Jan 22, 2025 • 21min
Bonus Episode: Chiefs vs. Bills Preview (with Trey Griggs)
As the AFC Championship looms, we’re asking the big questions: Can Josh Allen and the Bills finally topple the Mahomes-Kelce connection, or will the Chiefs' dynasty march on? We're bringing you every play, every stat, and every moment that matters from this epic clash of titans.🏈 Ready to dive into the future of the league? Hit play, and let’s talk Bills, Chiefs, and everything in between. 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

Jan 21, 2025 • 22min
Cold Calling Strategies & More Q&A | Final Mile 77
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:Understanding spot ratesCold calling strategiesCredit approval for customers 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

Jan 17, 2025 • 60min
Mastering Difficult Conversations and Broker Communication | Episode 277
Mastering Tough ConversationsTransform your communication skills with insights from economics, business, and freight.Explore the impact of cultural communication differences in business.Learn how economic trends shape the freight and logistics industry.Discover the power of honest conversations in building trust and stronger partnerships.Listen now to turn tough discussions into valuable connections! 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