In this episode of Freight 360, the focus is on meat. Join us as we chat with Stephen Ruhe, a freight broker at TMX Logitran and regular contributor to Freight 360, as we delve into the intricacies of shipping meat products. Whether it's prospecting or understanding operational nuances, this episode is a must-listen if you're thinking about including meat in your brokerage's list of commodities to explore. Don't miss out on these valuable insights!0:00 Intro7:12 Sports13:25 News15:45 Main EpisodeFreight Broker Basics Course: https://bit.ly/freight-360-universityRecommended Products: https://bit.ly/3mT2KAPFreight 360 Website: https://www.freight360.net/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449325909379811

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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. Have you heard of it?"H&K Logistics: “If you could change one thing about the trucking industry, what would it be, and why?”Ciera: “Just a quick question. I'm new to being a freight broker and our company is already established and we have 1 place we are getting loads from. Looking to try to build our company but struggling to get more loads. Does anyone have any tips on how to try to bid on loads or websites I can utilize to build off of?”

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Fraud is no joke, and it's gotten worse and worse in the last year. We’ve got Jeff Hopper from DAT on this episode where we dive into fraud and how to protect yourself from it in today’s era of freight brokering.0:00 Intro3:25 Sports9:50 News19:40 Main EpisodeReport Fraud to DAT: https://www.dat.com/report-a-bad-player Freight Broker Basics Course: https://bit.ly/freight-360-universityRecommended Products: https://bit.ly/3mT2KAPFreight 360 Website: https://www.freight360.net/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449325909379811

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“For a BOC-3, Does every agency charge you when there are documents that will be presented to you? For example, I've seen one company that charges only 30, but if something needs to be presented to you, each state has a designated fee!”“I would like to know about General liability, Contingent auto liability, and Contingent Cargo insurance for a broker, and should the broker have all 3 or just the Contingent Cargo?”“Why should a carrier ever be responsible for funding a lumper?”“I’m fairly new to dispatching. I don’t have my first customer yet. So the brokers pay me and I pay the carrier? Or do the brokers pay the carrier and I collect from the carrier?”“Where can I look to get hired as an agent trainee if I have some prior experience but very little success?”Freight Broker Basics Course: https://bit.ly/freight-360-universityRecommended Products: https://bit.ly/3mT2KAPFreight 360 Website: https://www.freight360.net/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449325909379811

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As freight brokers, sometimes out customers need more than just a truck. If a load needs to be transferred to another truck or your customer just simply needs storage space, you might need to find a warehouse to help them out. In this episode, we're breaking down warehousing and how you can use them to help your shippers when they're in a pinch.0:00 Intro2:13 Sports4:30 News7:00 Main EpisodeFreight Broker Basics Course: https://bit.ly/freight-360-universityRecommended Products: https://bit.ly/3mT2KAPFreight 360 Website: https://www.freight360.net/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449325909379811

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“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 to talk to truck drivers about dispatching their trucks.”“How do I quote an RFP?”Freight Broker Basics Course: https://bit.ly/freight-360-universityRecommended Products: https://bit.ly/3mT2KAPFreight 360 Website: https://www.freight360.net/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449325909379811

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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 to use them.0:00 Intro3:20 Sports6:10 News15:05 Main EpisodeFreight Broker Basics Course: https://bit.ly/freight-360-universityRecommended Products: https://bit.ly/3mT2KAPFreight 360 Website: https://www.freight360.net/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449325909379811

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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 I use for auto hauling?”“In a double broker situation, who is responsible to pay the carrier? Shipper? Original Broker? Double Broker?”“What’s the difference between a carrier sales rep and a dispatcher?”

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We're sharing our favorite tech and tools as freight brokers and discussing how things have evolved over the past decade.0:00 Intro4:10 Sports6:25 News13:30 Main EpisodeFreight Broker Basics Course: https://bit.ly/freight-360-universityRecommended Products: https://bit.ly/3mT2KAPFreight 360 Website: https://www.freight360.net/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449325909379811

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On this 200th episode, Nate and Ben venture into the intricate workings of a freight brokerage's back office. The efficient operation of the brokerage isn't solely attributed to the sales team, but also to the crucial supporting roles such as accounting and carrier compliance, which ensure the brokerage remains on track.SURVEY Chance to Win $1,000: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/broker360 0:00 Intro3:50 Sports4:57 News9:15 Main Episode50:27 Q&ALease Program Article: https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fmcsa-advisory-panel-targets-predatory-leasing-contracts Cost of Trucking Article: https://www.ccjdigital.com/business/article/15540970/cost-of-trucking-passes-2mile-for-the-first-time Freight Broker Basics Course: https://bit.ly/freight-360-universityRecommended Products: https://bit.ly/3mT2KAPFreight 360 Website: https://www.freight360.net/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449325909379811

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