In the Hot Seat | The Business of Transportation

In the Hot Seat | The Business of Transportation

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In the Hot Seat | The Business of Transportation episodes

  • Key to Marketing Your T&L Business in 2024

    In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Trey Griggs, founder and Chief Encouragement Officer of Beta Consulting Group. We cover:

    • The need for a compelling message in your marketing.- How to craft a message that resonates.
    • Understanding the customer’s needs
    • The importance of storytelling as a tool for engaging customers.
    • The key to overcoming personal and professional challenges.


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      23 min
    • 2024 Freight Tech Trends

      In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Grace Sharkey, the host of the Drive Time show on FreightWaves. We cover:

      - Freight Tech trends in 2024.
      - The importance of change management when implementing a new technology.
      - Using Freight Tech in your go-to-market strategies.
      - Biggest change coming in Freight Tech in the next decade.
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      28 min
    • Connecting Women in Trucking

      In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Sharae Moore, President of She Trucking Foundation, Inc. We cover:

      - The Story behind She Trucking Foundation.

      - Challenges women face in the T&L industry.

      - Trucking & logistics trends in 2024.

      - Advice for anyone pursuing a career in T&L.

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      Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help.Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com

      16 min
    • Best Practices for Protecting Your Business in a Nuclear Verdict

      In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Sophia Bernard, Partner at Taylor Johnson PL. We cover:

      - Misconceptions surrounding nuclear verdicts.
      - Mitigating unreasonable demands after an incident.
      - System needed to protect your business.
      - What's ahead for the T&L industry.
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      Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help. Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com

      20 min
    • Using Technology to Optimize T&L Operations

      In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Jason Mazur, Strategic Account Executive at Transflo. We cover: 


      · Where the tension is coming from in the freight market.

      · How to increase efficiency with technology.

      · Strategies for cold calling to improve cash flow.

      33 min
    • The Story Behind The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

      In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Joe Lynch, Host of The Logistics of Logistics Podcast. We cover:

      · How The Logistics of Logistics Podcast got started.
      · Where the podcast is going in the future.
      · What makes a great guest.
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      30 min
    • Navigating Transportation & Logistics Hiring Challenges in 2024

      In this episode of The Hot Seat, we interview Brent Orsuga the founder of Pinnacle Growth Advisors. We cover:

      · Current Problems Facing T&L Talent Pool
      · Resume Fluff vs. Finding a Top Performer
      · Work From Home vs In-Person
      · T&L Talent Market Trends in 2024

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      Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business?

      We can help. Learn More 👉 https://www.thetenneygroup.com

      26 min
    • The Art of Bringing Sellers and Buyers Together

      In this special edition of The Hot Seat, Meg Meurer, Chief Commercial Officer at Tenney Group, leads a discussion with two of the group's most seasoned experts, Stephen Joest, Vice President, and Davis Looney, Director of Business Development. 


      This trio dives deep into the intricacies of mergers and acquisitions within the transportation and logistics sector. 


      They discuss the typical deal that is in high demand, what an owner wants when selling, what buyers need to get a deal done, how to close valuation gaps, and what to expect in the critical first 30 days after a seller becomes a new Tenney Group client. 


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      Are you looking to buy or sell a transportation business? We can help.

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      38 min
    • Solving Fraud in Freight

      Has the freight industry become a hotbed for fraud?

      Michael Caney, the CCO at Highway, thinks so. In this episode of The Hot Seat, Spencer and Michael discuss the size of the freight fraud problem in the market, how Highway is solving it, and how carriers can supercharge their digital bookings in 2024 and beyond.
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      27 min
    • Should You Sell to a Transportation Investor?

      What are private equity shops looking for when they look to acquire a trucking company?


      In this episode of The Hot Seat, Spencer Tenney is joined by Pierre Matthieu, Managing Partner at Bluejay Capital. 


      Bluejay Capital specializes in improving financial and operational performance of transportation businesses all across North America. Their team of experts has more than 120 years of combined experience in transportation and logistics with a proven record of value creation. 


      Spencer and Pierre discuss a recent deal that Tenney Group and Bluejay worked on together, what made the deal successful, why Bluejay is staying aggressive when others are pausing, and what causes them to walk away from a deal. 


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      31 min

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    This show is for any transportation business owner that is looking to improve workplace culture, grow business operations, and increase the bottom line. An industry specialized merger &…