Freight 360

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Paying Trucks After a Double Broker Sourcing Dump Trucks Market Shifts US/Mexico Freight Outsourced Cold Calling Support Our Sponsors: Togo: Click Here OperFi: Click Here QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here DAT One - Brokers & Carriers: Click Here to get 10% off your first year! DAT Outgo Factoring for Carr...

Ever wondered how to build a freight brokering empire with a side of hot chicken? Join me and my fellow broker Ben as we blend anecdotes, strategies, and a bit of sports talk to reveal the secrets of winning clients and mastering sales, all spiced up with local culture from Nashville to Florida. We'll dive into the art of turning lukewarm leads into loyal customers, share the magic behind eff...

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Detention Pay Part-time Brokering Load Board Comparisons Commission Plans Outsourced Cold Calling Support Our Sponsors: Togo: Click Here OperFi: Click Here QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here DAT One - Brokers & Carriers: Click Here to get 10% off your first year! DAT Outgo Factoring for Carriers: Click Her...

Freight claims are a pain in the butt. Period. The reality is that they are part of freight brokering so we're taking this episode to talk about the claims process and how to best manage it. We tell some stories and finish off with tip to prevent claims. Enjoy! Support Our Sponsors: Togo: Click Here OperFi: Click Here QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here DAT One - Brokers & Carriers:...

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Getting consistent loads Non-competes USPS loads Freight broker training Carriers with old trucks Support Our Sponsors: Togo: Click Here OperFi: Click Here QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here DAT One - Brokers & Carriers: Click Here to get 10% off your first year! DAT Outgo Factoring for Carriers: Click Her...

Project freight can be a complex niche in the freight brokering industry. In this episode, we're sharing our stories and advise when it comes to quoting and managing projects for your customers. Support Our Sponsors: Togo: Click Here OperFi: Click Here QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here DAT One - Brokers & Carriers: Click Here to get 10% off your first year! DAT Outgo Factoring for...

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Carrier Cancels on a Load Deducting Money from a Carrier Verifying Carrier Identity Getting Bored in Brokerage Damages at Delivery Support Our Sponsors: Togo: Click Here OperFi: Click Here QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here DAT One - Brokers & Carriers: Click Here to get 10% off your first year! DAT Outgo...

Nate lost a bet and wears a Chiefs jersey, we talk about the UPS and Coyote problems, and most importantly we crack open the nut of LTL as it pertains to freight brokers. In this episode, you'll learn the basics of LTL, how it compares to full truckload, how it's priced, and how those pallets actually get from origin to destination. Support Our Sponsors: Togo: Click Here OperFi: Click He...

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Burner MCs Highway vs Carrier 411 Produce Claims HazMat Loads 1099 Taxes Customer TMS Platforms Support Our Sponsors: Togo: Click Here OperFi: Click Here QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here DAT One - Brokers & Carriers: Click Here to get 10% off your first year! DAT Outgo Factoring for Carriers: Click Here...

In this episode, we dive into the world of freight brokerage, blending insights and personal stories to equip you with essential industry tools, including strategies for successful lane pricing and negotiations. We explore the factors influencing freight rates and capacity, using analogies and situational awareness to navigate the complexities of the spot market and the art of negotiating truck ra...

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: When to start prospecting How to sell in the spot market Requirements for a sprinter van company Prospecting freight forwarders Factoring company requirements Support Our Sponsors: Togo: Click Here OperFi: Click Here QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here DAT One - Brokers & Carriers: Click Here to get 10% off...

This episode offers an exhilarating mix of NFL highlights and freight market strategies, beginning with the Buffalo Bills' victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers and setting high stakes for the Bills vs. Chiefs game. We then dive into how winter weather impacts the logistics industry, from adapting to icy roads and delays to dealing with regional challenges in transportation. We wrap up with in...

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Dealing with double brokers as a freight broker Dealing with double brokers as a motor carrier How many calls does it take to get a customer? Freight broker employment benefits What to do when carriers want more money and customers want to pay less Support Our Sponsors: Togo: Click Here OperFi: Click Here QuikSkope...

On this episode, we're talking carrier vetting.  How do freight brokers research carriers to determine the best carriers to use? What should you look for, and what tools can you use to do the job?  We'll break it all down on this episode! Support Our Sponsors: Togo: Click Here OperFi: Click Here QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here DAT One - Brokers & Carriers: Click Here to get...

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: What insurance do freight brokers need? How do freight brokers quote lanes? Should I quit being a freight broker? How much does a freight broker bond cost? How much can a freight broker agent make in the first month? Support Our Sponsors: Togo: Click Here OperFi: Click Here QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here D...

In this episode of Freight 360, we start 2024 with Ken Adamo, Chief of Analytics at DAT Freight and Analytics, discussing freight rates and the complexities of broker margins. Ken provides valuable insights into the analytics of trucking operations, highlighting the importance of overarching data in understanding broker margins. We also explore shipper strategies and their impact on carrier relati...

Prepare to navigate the murky waters of logistics with us, as industry expert Ben pulls back the curtain on the notorious practice of double brokering. Ben, armed with ten years of experience, distinguishes the fine line between co-brokering and double brokering, unraveling the legal and ethical safeguards that can protect your business. We’ll also tackle the nuanced world of carrier invoicing, wh...

As the year winds down, we're taking a moment to reflect on the twists and turns of the freight industry, and let's not forget, the thrill of football season. From the Buffalo Bills' playoff hopes to the future of Bill Belichick with the Patriots, we've got the sports scoop that will keep your adrenaline pumping. But it's not all touchdowns and field goals; we also delve i...

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Selling warehousing Withholding pickup numbers from drivers Holiday freight volumes Working with freight forwarders Cold call preparation Freight broker agent commissions Support Our Sponsors: Bluebook Services DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year! DAT Power - Brokers & Carriers DAT Express...

With all of the debate on social media about freight broker margins, we’re breaking it all down in detail on this week’s episode. We talk about the myths and the truths surrounding freight broker margins as well as what we personally experience. 0:00 Intro 3:12 Sports & News 8:30 Main Episode Support Our Sponsors: Bluebook Services DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year! DAT...

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: How to start a cold call What to do if a load is stolen How to find out of a load is double brokered Our thoughts on the TQL “raid” by FMCSA Support Our Sponsors: Bluebook Services DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year! DAT Power - Brokers & Carriers DAT Express - Brokers Truckers Edge - Carr...

On this episode, we’re joined by Sal Marino and Keith Lewis of CargoNet to discuss cargo theft and hostage loads.  You’ll learn some wild stats and get tips on what to do if this happens to you. 0:00 Intro 3:25 Sports & News 14:00 Main Episode Support Our Sponsors: Bluebook Services DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year! DAT Power - Brokers & Carriers DAT Express - Brok...

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Email Campaigns AR and AP Bonded Shipments Adding Drivers to my Broker Authority? International Auto Hauling Support Our Sponsors: Bluebook Services DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year! DAT Power - Brokers & Carriers DAT Express - Brokers Truckers Edge - Carriers Lean Solutions Group Recomm...

On this episode, we’re joined by Jeff Lair from Produce Blue Book as we explore the current and upcoming produce markets in Florida, Texas, and Arizona. 0:00 Intro 3:35 Sports & News 12:00 Main Episode Support Our Sponsors: Bluebook Services DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year! DAT Power - Brokers & Carriers DAT Express - Brokers Truckers Edge - Carriers Lean Solution...

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Tight vs Loose Trucking Capacity Prevent Double Brokering Giving Drivers Route Instructions In-Person Prospecting Prospecting NVOCCs and Freight Forwarders Support Our Sponsors: Bluebook Services DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10% off your first year! DAT Power - Brokers & Carriers DAT Express - Brokers Truck...