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Freight 360

Freight 360

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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 where ...
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The 3PL Spotlight with PrepBusiness

The 3PL Spotlight with PrepBusiness

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Welcome to "The 3PL Spotlight with PrepBusiness." This podcast delves into the crucial topics in third-party logistics. Each episode features industry experts discussing best practices, technology, and trends in 3PL. Perfect for logistics professionals and business owners aiming for efficiency and growth. Subscribe now for your weekly dose of logistics insights.
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with discussions that shine a spotlight on supply chain management. We’ll bring you conversations with today’s top thought innovators spanning topics the entire supply chain, from end to end. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
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The eCommerce Sharehouse

Russell Steed & Emerson Hammer

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Trying to scale your eCommerce business? We've been there! Sharehouse are a community of eCommerce professionals coming together to share knowledge with each other. Each episode we dive into eCommerce specific topics that apply to your business. We cover marketing, operations, finance, and more! Whether you're a founder or an operator, you'll level up your skills and scale your brand.
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Get ready for a deep dive into freight finances with Steve Spoerl, Director of Customer Success at Haulpay! In this episode, we unpack how factoring can be a game-changer for brokers and carriers, while also covering key insights on NOAs, non-recourse factoring, and even the Buffalo Bills' latest heartbreak. We also tackle the East Coast port strik…
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AI has real potential in the supply chain industry, but is that potential being fully realized? The challenges and opportunities represented by AI rely on finding the right balance between practical applications and strategic human management of AI tools. How can logistics leaders combat the skepticism and establish trust in AI’s potential? Michael…
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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: The current freight broker market Rate transparency with carriers and brokers Becoming a freight agent with no experience or customers Carrier vetting solutions Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Her…
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This is a special deep-dive into Warehouse Management Systems presented by Inbound Logistics and Voiced by IL AI Audio©. DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagAp…
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Join us for a conversation with Alex Winston, President of Expedite All, as he shares his journey from law to logistics and how his company handles long-haul freight with sprinter vans, box trucks, and straight trucks. We discuss the impact of a potential port strike on the supply chain, the role of freight brokers, and the resilience required in l…
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This is a special deep-dive into Freight Bill Audit and Payment presented by Inbound Logistics and Voiced by IL AI Audio©. DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMag…
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Ben Kowalski & Stephen Ruhe answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Receiver Issues Double Brokered Loads Dispatching Paying Carriers Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Here DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year! DAT Power - Brokers & Carriers: Clic…
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This week on Freight 360, we explore what makes a freight brokerage truly outstanding, focusing on driver fitness, equipment maintenance, and service reliability. We discuss the potential impact of an East Coast port strike and dig into effective sales strategies, emphasizing the importance of understanding customer needs and leveraging real-time m…
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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Reefer LTL Carrier Onboarding Tools Pricing Multi-Stop Loads Volume LTL Shipments Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Here DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year! DAT Power - Brokers & …
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Ready to revolutionize your freight brokerage business? In episode 261 of Freight 360, we cover how to boost efficiency, build trust, and leverage tools to maximize profits. Learn key strategies for quoting loads and discover the psychology behind urgency in decision-making. This is all about how the real brokers get the job done compared to the no…
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With supply chain disruptions becoming more the rule rather than the exception, shippers are looking for solutions that are more cost-effective, agile, and reliable. While Sea-Air is not a new solution, it has become a more attractive one for its potential savings in time, money, and carbon emissions. What should businesses know about leveraging th…
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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Broker vs Carrier Dispute on Layover and Redelivery Fees Freight Broker Insurance Broker vs Carrier MCs Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Here DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year! …
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Ever wonder how a few fraudulent truckloads of sugar could cause chaos? In this Freight 360 episode, we discuss major freight issues alongside NFL matchups like the Buffalo Bills vs. Arizona Cardinals. Beyond football, we highlight a $3.5 million federal grant for CDL schools and speculate on how the presidential election could impact GDP and shipp…
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SPECIAL INBOUND LOGISTICS VIDEO PODCAST SERIES: Inbound Logistics is focusing on how to better navigate the 3PL Market particularly with regards to meeting shipper demands while balancing business success. Joining us is DOUG WAGGONER CEO of Echo Global Logistics. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Echo Global Logistics: https://www.echo.com/ DO YOU WANT TO RESP…
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Ben Kowalski & Stephen Ruhe answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: How to Write Emails as a Freight Broker Funding a Startup Freight Brokerage Hiring Sales Reps How to Differentiate a Freight Brokerage Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Here DAT Freight & Analytic…
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🎙️ Can AI revolutionize freight brokerage operations? In this episode, we chat with Thilo from Levity about AI’s potential to transform the industry. We start with a celebration of Thilo's wedding, then dive into how AI tools like Levity are streamlining communication, automating load sourcing, and managing outdated systems. We also cover the lates…
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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Freight Agent Positions Outside of the US Getting Hired as a Freight Broker With No Experience How to Pay Carriers as a Startup Freight Brokerage Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Here DAT Freight &…
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Join us in an episode about the complex web of international supply chains, providing a high-level overview from raw materials to finished goods. We explore the roles of bonded carriers and warehouses, and how they help companies manage costs and defer taxes. You’ll gain a foundational understanding of how goods move efficiently across borders, tou…
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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Offshore freight brokers Quoting customers Freight broker vs freight agent Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Here DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year! DAT Power - Brokers & Carrier…
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Ever wondered what it really takes to start your own freight brokerage? Join us as we uncover the essential considerations and provide a comprehensive guide to navigating this competitive industry. If you are considering starting a brokerage versus becoming a freight agent, we break down the pros and cons to both options. Support Our Sponsors: Quik…
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SPECIAL INBOUND LOGISTICS NEARSHORING SERIES: This is the second in a series of Nearshoring episodes as we talk to supply chain partners in Mexico as they develop nearshoring operations throughout the country. Guests: Juan Carlos Rodriguez, Managing Director - Industrial & Logistics and Enrique Portillo, Managing Director - Industrial & Logistics -…
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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: “FOB” Shipments Detention Pay Intermodal Brokering Late Paying Customers Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Here DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year! DAT Power - Brokers & Carriers:…
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Can market volatility be your secret weapon in the freight industry? Join us on Freight 360 as we navigate the ever-changing landscape of extreme weather impacts, pricing strategies, and the latest in sports excitement. We kick off the episode by examining the recent hurricane in Florida and tornado in Buffalo, shedding light on the undeniable impo…
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth …
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth …
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth …
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth …
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth …
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth …
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth …
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth …
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth …
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth …
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Stephen Ruhe & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Submitting RFPs Customers Falsely Committing Freight Detention Approval Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Here DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year! DAT Power - Brokers & Carriers…
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Ever wondered why some sales follow-ups build lasting client relationships while others fall flat? Join us as we master the art of effective sales follow-ups, exploring empathetic listening, purposeful openings, and parallels to streaming services' relentless ads. We'll also touch on the latest Olympic feats and CH Robinson's anticipated Q2 earning…
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As the saying goes, “Sometimes, a little goes a long way.” When you’re talking about shipments, the LTL option goes quite a long way for some customers, but how do you determine if it’s the right option for your business? That’s where a company like Syfan Logistics comes in with a truly tailored LTL solution to get things moving. Rodney Lamb of Syf…
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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Freight Broker Follow Up Verifying a Leased-On Driver How Detention Works for Freight Brokers How Many Loads Can a Freight Broker Move? Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Here DAT Freight & Analytics…
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Get ready for an in-depth look at global shipping logistics, where we compare the roles of merchant mariners to airline pilots and discuss the economic and technological shifts in the industry. From the evolution of container ownership to the impact of geopolitical events, Sal provides a comprehensive overview of the changes shaping modern shipping…
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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Car Hauling Leverage When Booking Loads Leaving Voicemails Capital Requirements for Freight Brokers Leased-On Drivers Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Here DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off you…
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Leadership and growth take center stage in this episode. It's not just about what you do but how you show it. We underscore the importance of hands-on leadership, effective delegation, and the pivotal role of SOPs in building a resilient organization. Learn how to transition employees to self-reliance, leverage tools for training documentation, and…
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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Credit Approval with a Factoring Company How Fast Do Freight Brokers Make Money? Back-Solicitation for Carriers Signs of Double Brokering Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Here DAT Freight & Analyti…
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It's 2024, and the freight broker world has evolved a TON in the recent years. With that change has come new products and tech tools to help us get the job done. Join us in this episode where we break down our favorite tools for freight brokers. From getting freight rates to preventing fraud, we've got you covered. Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope -…
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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: TMS for New Freight Brokers Verifying Carrier Identity Co-Broker Contracts Starting a Brokerage While Driving a Truck Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Here DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off you…
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From food to pharmaceuticals and beyond, some products rely on temperature controlled shipping to reach markets on time and intact. However, that task is more than just making sure the truck stays cold. The dynamics, trends, and challenges of the cold supply chain ensure that the market has to continually evolve and adapt to keep delivering fleet e…
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Managing margins in freight brokerage is no small feat. We'll discuss the strategies to balance shipper and carrier needs, the nuances of carrier pricing, and the importance of maintaining healthy margins for financial stability. We offer practical tips on strategic timing in booking loads and effective negotiation tactics, all while underscoring t…
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Nate, Ben, & Stephen answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Tips to Succeed in Freight Brokering How to Find Leads How to Get a Shipper on the Phone Changes in How Money Moves Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Here DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first…
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Ever wondered how cybersecurity intersects with the logistics and freight industry? Discover these critical insights in our 250th milestone episode of Freight 360, featuring an exceptional guest, Erika Voss from DAT. Erika takes us through her unique career journey from physical security and emergency management to championing cybersecurity in the …
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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Book and Podcast Recommendations for Freight Brokers Handling Objections Reefer LTL Hostage Loads Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Here DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year! DAT Po…
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Ready to master the logistics of produce transportation and uncover the intricacies of freight brokerage? Join us on Freight 360 as we sit down with Jeff Lair from Produce Blue Book to explore the world of produce commodities. We kick things off by discussing the recent heat waves in Chicago and Buffalo and then shift gears to recap the U.S. Open a…
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Ben Kowalski & Stephen Ruhe answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: How to get produce shippers What happens when insurance lapses? Insuring high value cargo Do freight agents need an LLC? Battling cold calling struggles Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Here DAT …
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