In this Freight Broker Boot Camp episode, I share with you an URGENT UPDATE about the NEW FMCSA RULING that might put freight brokers and freight agents out of business! I discuss one by one the facts vs. fiction in and around the new rulings and how you can be prepared and protect your freight broker business. So jot down some notes and enjoy!

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[00:21] What is the FMCSA's goal in making this new ruling?

[01:19] FMCSA's New Ruling Part 1

[02:40] FMCSA's New Ruling Part 2

[03:54] FMCSA's New Ruling Part 3

[04:43] Great News! Part 4 and 5 ruling does not have a huge impact on Freight Brokers

[05:03] The reason why you should not be worried about this new ruling if you are paying carriers on time and resolving any issues that come

[05:25] Proven record of why this will not put brokers out of business

[06:00] My take on Government intervention on private business sector

[06:25] I suggest that if you are a broker that holds payments to carriers then you might want to consider this

[07:19] I talk about despite all this new ruling, you still have a lot of time to make adjustments due to their enforcement dates

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If you're looking for freight broker cold-calling help, you're in the right place! In this Freight Broker Boot Camp episode, I will discuss 3 freight broker cold-calling scripts that you should never use. I will also share 5 cold-calling tips to improve your cold-calling results. So take a pen and paper jot down some notes and enjoy!

Timestamps:

[00:00] Quick Intro

[00:44] 1st cold call script that you should avoid

[01:47] A perfect example of how you would not let any new broker handle your load

[02:10] 2nd cold call script that you should avoid

[03:17] Reason why this is a recipe for disaster if you use this cold calling script

[04:04] 3rd and worst cold call script that you should avoid

[04:30] The reason why you should net sell exclusively on price

[05:15] Main reasons why you should avoid all of those cold call scripts at all cost!

[05:49] The key in order for you to succeed in being a successful freight broker

[06:11] #1 - Be Educated

[07:02] #2 - Learn to ask good questions

[08:02] #3 - Focus on the benefits

[08:48] #4 - Position yourself as an expert

[09:45] #5 - Be Authentic

[10:31] Freight Broker Sales Accelerator - www.FreightBrokerBootCamp.com/Waitlist

[11:12] Get Your Freight Broker Training NOW! - www.FreightBrokerBootCamp.com

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In this Freight Broker Boot Camp episode, I'm gonna share with you the #1 question YOU need to ask before you start a freight broker business. The fact is it's not easy, there are a lot of things that you need to consider and a lot of things you need to go through in order to be successful. But once you answer this question you will know if becoming a freight broker is worth the price. So sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[01:10] #1 - Family Time

[01:52] #2 - Sleep

[02:39] #3 - A Lavish Lifestyle

[04:15] #4 - Time With Your Friends

[05:15] #5 - Hobbies

[05:29] #7 - Health

[06:47] #8 - The Security of a Weekly Paycheck

[08:18] Is it worth it?

[09:20] Final Piece of Advice

[10:42] Get Your Freight Broker Training NOW! - www.FreightBrokerBootCamp.com

[11:05] Subscribe, Rate & Review!

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I get this question ALL THE TIME and that is "What Insurance Do Freight Brokers Need?". In this Freight Broker Boot Camp episode, I will talk about the different types of insurance you can get as a freight broker what are they for, and if you need them if you are just a startup brokerage. So get a pen and paper, jot down some notes, and enjoy!

Get Your FREE Cheat Sheet here at: FreightBrokerBootCamp.com/Insurance

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[00:26] I talk about the good news from FMCSA regarding getting insurance as a freight broker

[01:09] Here is a short introduction of myself for those of you who don't know me

[01:52] #1 - Workers Compensation

[03:03] #2 - General Liability Insurance

[04:12] #3 - Contingent Cargo Insurance

[05:43] #4 - Spike / Spot / Per-Load Insurance

[07:00] Summary

[07:58] Get Your Freight Broker Training NOW! - www.FreightBrokerBootCamp.com

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If you are looking to get hired as a freight broker agent or you are looking for freight broker jobs near me or if you are a freight broker looking to hire freight agents, freight dispatchers, or freight salespeople this new freight broker job board will help. 

ANNOUNCING the first and only Freight Broker Job board dedicated exclusively to freight broker and freight agents!!!! AND it's 100% FREE! https://jobs.freightbrokerbootcamp.com 

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[00:16] Get Hired or Hire Someone NOW!

[00:31] NEW Freight Broker Job Board

[01:10] How to Use the Job Board

[02:38] The reason I created a job board for brokers & agents?

[03:41] Freight Broker Boot Camp Online Job Board - www.FreightBrokerBootCamp.com/Jobs

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A lot of Freight Broker startups are wondering where is the best place to get leads, customers, or shippers. In this Freight Broker Boot Camp episode, I will share with you "The Best Place to Market Your Freight Brokerage" whether you're a startup or an established freight brokerage. The best part is it works on all businesses not just Freight Brokerage! So tune in and enjoy!

Get Your FREE Download of "20 Different LinkedIn Post Ideas" - www.FreightBrokerBootCamp.com/LinkedInPosts

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[01:33] I share the number of users of LinkedIn as of today

[02:26] How active are the members of LinkedIn?

[02:48] Who are most of the members of LinkedIn and why it's important to market your business on LinkedIn?

[03:20] I discussed the pros and cons of having a website and a LinkedIn account

[04:50] I gave 3 samples of a great LinkedIn account that you can imitate or take as a guide in building your LinkedIn profile

[11:52] Here are great examples of different LinkedIn post ideas to build connections and relationships with your target audience

[12:46] Get Your FREE Download of "20 Different LinkedIn Post Ideas" - www.FreightBrokerBootCamp.com/LinkedInPosts

[13:07] Final Piece of Advice

[13:33] Get Your Freight Broker Training NOW! - www.FreightBrokerBootCamp.com

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In this Freight Broker Boot camp episode, I will share with you 4 reasons why you should consider becoming a freight broker or freight agent during an economic downturn. So grab a pen and paper jot down some notes and enjoy!

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[00:29] 7 companies that started during the "Great Recession"

[02:15] I share the challenges they faced when they were starting their business during the recession.

[03:14] Reason #1 - The School of Hard Knocks

[05:55] Reason #2 - Access to More Talent

[07:09] Reason #3 - Less Competition

[08:06] Reason #4 - Focus on Growth Strategy

[09:42] Summary

[10:21] Subscribe, Rate & Review!

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Why do truck drivers dislike freight brokers? In this short Freight Broker Boot Camp episode, I am going to share 9 reasons why truck drivers, owners operators, and trucking companies dislike and some might say HATE, freight brokers! Enjoy.

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[00:47] Reason #1 - Cheap Freight

[01:57] Reason #2 - Posting Loads on Loadboards that are 100 Miles Away from the Pick-up Locations!

[03:05] Reason #3 - Excessive Check Calls

[04:02] Reason #4 - Providing the Wrong or Incomplete Load Details

[05:06] Reason #5 - Not Willing to Pay Detentions

[06:10] Reason #6 - Not Paying The Invoice On-Time

[07:04] Reason #7 - Unrealistic Pick-up or Delivery Expectations

[07:51] Reason #8 - Cancelling a Load After Providing a Rate Confirmation to a Carrier/Driver Because They Were Able to Cover The Load a Little Bit Cheaper

[08:36] Reason #9 - Not Paying a Truck Ordered Not Used

[09:24] Final Piece of Advice - You need strong carrier relationships

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In all the years of my career, I get this question all the time and that is "What are the differences between a freight broker, a freight agent, and a dispatch service?" Well, In this Freight Broker Boot Camp episode, I will share with you the important key differences between them, their individual benefits, and the things you need to look out for to ensure you are always operating legally. So, grab a pen and paper, jot down some notes, and enjoy!

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[00:15] What is a Freight Broker?

[01:23] What is a Freight Agent?

[02:36] The Primary Jobs of Freight Agents

[03:17] What is an Independent Dispatch Service?

[04:36] The Downside of being an Independent Dispatch Service

[05:21] The things you need to look-out for if you decide to be an Independent Dispatch Service

[06:12] Other things you can do if you are a licensed U.S broker

[07:41] Final Piece of Advice

[09:26] Get Your Freight Broker Training NOW! - www.FreightBrokerBootCamp.com

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Freight broker sales is a key skill for any freight broker or freight agent. As a matter of fact, learning how to get shippers as a freight broker is the most important skill a freight broker can learn. In this episode of Freight Broker Boot Camp, I'm going to share with you 2 theories on learning sales as a freight broker startup. So get a pen and paper, jot down some notes, and enjoy!

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[00:28] The book called "Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell" which talks about The 10,000 Hour Rule

[01:24] The math breakdown if you are going to do the 10,000-hour rule

[01:57] What is the 100 Hour Rule?

[02:33] Why I am leaning towards the 100 Hour Rule

[03:31] Salespeople are not born, Salespeople are made!

[04:07] You don't need to be an expert in sales in order to get shippers and customers

[04:31] Some key points of the 100-Hour Rule

[05:30] What kind of practice should you make in order to get past your limits

[07:02] Freight Broker Sales Accelerator - www.FreightBrokerBootCamp.com/FBSA

[08:03] Get Your Freight Broker Training NOW! - www.FreightBrokerBootCamp.com

[08:26] Subscribe, Rate & Review!

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