Tech in Freight Brokerage | Episode 298
Benjamin and Stephen dive into how technology is changing freight brokerage in this episode of Freight 360: Using TMS and automation to boost efficiency Helping small brokerages adopt and improve tech Avoiding the hype and making sure systems actually work Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope – Get a Free Trial: Click HereLevity: Click HereDAT Freight & Analytics […]
Insurance, Sourcing Freight, and Objections | Final Mile 97
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: ✅ Insurance and surety bond requirements for starting a freight brokerage in Florida 📦 How brokers find loads and the role of load boards vs. direct shippers 🚫 Handling the “we only work with asset-based carriers” objection Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope – Get a […]
The Art of Customer Relationship Building | Episode 297
🎧 This Freight 360 episode explores winning brokerage strategies, industry risks, and economic shifts. -Securing more freight through strong communication and customer value-FMCSA identity verification changes and rising fraud concerns-Tariffs, safety budget cuts, and their economic impact-Tech, AI, and personal productivity tips for brokers Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope – Get a Free Trial: Click HereLevity: Click […]
Working the Spot Market, Cold Calling Success, and Career Transitions in Logistics | Final Mile 96
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: 📦 Are load boards enough? — Can brokers actually find spot market loads directly on load boards, or do they first need to secure customers independently and then post the freight? 📞 Cold call math — Out of 80 outbound calls, how many […]
The Future of Freight Payments: Outgo and DAT | Episode 296
In this episode of Freight 360, we’re joined by Ken Adamo, Chief of Analytics at DAT, and Marcus Womack, CEO and Co-founder of Outgo, to break down the current freight market and DAT’s recent acquisition of Outgo. We discuss how this move enhances payment speed, transparency, and financial control for carriers. Topics include challenges like […]
Training, Automation, & More | Final Mile 95
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: Freight Broker Certificate Courses Canceling a Freight Brokerage Start-Up Covering Step Deck Loads AI for Freight Brokers Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope – Get a Free Trial: Click HereLevity: Click HereDAT Freight & Analytics – Get 10% off your first year!DAT Power – Brokers & […]
Renegotiating Failed Bids | Episode 295
In this episode of Freight 360, we cover key issues in freight and trucking—from 4% of truckers being unlicensed to low freight volumes and economic pressures. They break down double brokering vs. interlining, highlight fraud and safety risks, and explore challenges in trailer rentals, bids, and project management Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope – Get a Free […]
DAT Rating, Insurance, and Contracts | Final Mile 94
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: MC Authority Delay? New brokerage struggling on DAT — is 1.5 years to gain tractionlegit?Broker Contracts Help Lawyer vs. templates — what’s best for new logisticsbrokerages?Insurance Needed Hard time raising liability to $2M? Here's where to look. Cameron Pechia: Cameron@AllLinesInsure.com Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope […]
Credit Policies for Freight Brokers | Episode 294
This episode exposes real cases of internal fraud at freight brokerages—from agents moving loads under fake approvals to inflating commissions and abandoning contracts. Learn how to protect your business with better system controls, document checks, and shared account access. Plus, hear how China’s tariff cuts could shake up freight volumes—and who’s liable when customers don’t […]
Transportation Law with Matt Leffler Part 2 | Episode 293
In this second segment of 2 part episode, attorney and law professor Matthew Leffler joins the hosts to unpack key legal issues in trucking. They cover non-compete agreements, broker transparency, driver safety, shipper-broker contracts, and recent cases like Werner and Wabash. Leffler shares insights on legal risks, evolving regulations, and how automation could reshape the […]
Transportation Law with Matt Leffler Part 1 | Episode 293
In this first segment of 2 part episode, attorney and law professor Matthew Leffler joins the hosts to unpack key legal issues in trucking. They cover non-compete agreements, broker transparency, driver safety, shipper-broker contracts, and recent cases like Werner and Wabash. Leffler shares insights on legal risks, evolving regulations, and how automation could reshape the […]
Inspections, Landstar, & Top Load Boards Explained | Final Mile 92
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: 🔍 Why brokers request carrier inspections 🧑💼 Is Landstar a good choice for agents? 📦 Best load boards for freight brokers Support Our Sponsors:QuikSkope – Get a Free Trial: Click HereLevity: Click HereDAT Freight & Analytics – Get 10% off your first year!DAT […]
