Freight 360

It's the Freight360 podcast from Freight Broker Sales tips to Sports Talk. This podcast is all about helping you grow as a Freight Broker with your hosts, Nate Cross and Benjamin Kowalski.
New episodes every Friday and our Q&A series "The Final Mile" every Tuesday.
Join us as we dive into the freight industry to provide you with the latest in Freight Broker education and industry news.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Freight 360 episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Freight 360 for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Freight 360 episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Building Customer Relationships in Freight Brokerage | Episode 238

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04/05/24 • 46 min

Ever found yourself wondering how to spin an Easter egg hunt tale into a lesson on customer relationships? Join us on Freight 360 where we transition from recounting personal Easter anecdotes to the strategies that underpin successful freight brokerage businesses. Amid tales of family fun and basking in the Florida sun, we also cover the bases of current sports festivities – from the crack of the bat in the new baseball season to the swoosh of the net in NCAA March Madness. And for the golf enthusiasts out there, we've got the Masters just around the corner. It's not all play though; we navigate through the choppy waters of the shipping industry, contemplating the effects of port closures and the intricacies of maritime law.
Building trust with clients is much like finding the golden egg; it takes strategy and understanding. We'll guide you through the maze of securing spot loads and transforming them into long-term, lucrative partnerships. By becoming the go-to broker through consistent follow-ups and reliability, you'll ensure your clients never have to second-guess their choices. We'll also pick apart the complexities of customer environments and how tailoring your services to meet their unique challenges can help you stand out in the commoditized transportation and logistics marketplace.
Finally, we tap into the art of conversation, sharing why mastering small talk can be your hidden superpower in both business and personal growth. We'll reveal how embracing discomfort leads to significant strides in your professional journey and discuss the importance of feedback not just for our own growth, but also for the evolution of our podcast. So tune in, engage, and let's accelerate your path from being a novice to steering the ship of a thriving brokerage business together.

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Episode 67: How to maintain healthy margins

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12/18/20 • 42 min

0:40 - Sports Update2:15 - COVID-19 vaccine and logistical struggles9:53 - Broker Margins32:28 - Q&A“What tools can I use for periodic bids?”“How do some brokers make 100K+ so easily?”Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449325909379811 Nate: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nate-cross-03b69332/Ben: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminkowalski/Website: www.freight360.netFreightWaves Article: https://www.freightwaves.com/news/holiday-puzzle-vaccine-blizzard-e-commerce-boom-trade-war-with-video

Episode 43: How To Select The Right Freight Agent Program

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07/03/20 • 38 min

Show Notes1:40 – NFL Update, Cam Newton to Patriots and season ticket situation, COVID5:58 – Article: Freight market shows slight improvement in May8:45 – How to select the right freight broker agent program34:38 – Q&A-How to find shippers-Brokers posting load 200 miles away from actual pickup-Does your brokerage pay for agent load boards37:36 – New things coming soon!Add/Message me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nate-cross-03b69332/Article: https://www.supplychaindive.com/news/freight-market-slight-improvement-May-2020-trucking-Cass-report/580699/

Episode 35: 7 ways to use Google Alerts to grow your freight brokerage business

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05/08/20 • 35 min

Add/Message me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nate-cross-03b69332/1:40 – A message from Donald Trump2:05 – Overdrive article on a carrier’s right to know what the shipper paid the broker10:48 – Google Alerts overview16:25 – 7 ways to use Google Alerts to grow your brokerage businessTrending/Social Media Q&A24:27 – Trump is with the truckers all the way27:02 – What to do if a broker refuses to pay a carrier because of a loading error30:39 – Should brokers be allowed to do contract rates or just stick with the spot market?32:08 – Sports update!Article: https://www.overdriveonline.com/carriers-right-review-shipper-paid-brokered-load/Google Alerts: https://www.google.com/alerts https://www.smallbusinessrainmaker.com/small-business-marketing-blog/22-easy-ways-to-use-google-alerts-for-lead-generation-prospecting-marketing-personal-branding

TONU Fees, Quick Quoting, and Specialized Freight Solutions

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04/02/24 • 18 min

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:

TONUs
How fast to quote
Specialized trailers
HazMat training

Episode 216: Using AI to Prevent Fraud (with Satish Maripuri of DAT)

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11/03/23 • 51 min

We know that fraud in the freight broker world has reached an all-time high. This week, we’re joined by Satish Maripuri. He is the CEO & President of DAT Freight & Analytics as well as a Group Executive at Roper Technologies. We uncover the recent changes to DAT’s system and some exciting upcoming technology that helps brokers make informed decisions when hiring a carrier, protects their data, and much more.

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0:00 Intro

4:00 Sports & News

11:30 Main Episode

Episode 215: Developing Your Carrier Network

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10/27/23 • 49 min

It takes more than just getting shippers to be a successful freight broker. Building a strong carrier network makes the best freight brokers succeed. In this episode, we’ll give you some actionable tips that will help you build and refine your carrier network.

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0:00 Intro

2:40 Sports & News

12:48 Main Episode

The Final Mile #14 A Website for Freight Brokers to Find Shippers

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10/24/23 • 25 min

Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:

Cost to start a freight brokerage
Real advice for new brokers
Website you can use to find shippers
How to build credit as a new broker
Should you focus on your customers, carriers, or both?

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The Final Mile #10 Switching from Trucker to Freight Broker

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09/26/23 • 26 min

Paula: “How do I find the correct specs for a John Deere tractor?”

Alexis: “Should I use business cards and flyers? If so, what do you have on them?”

Devorous: “If I get my own truck and authority, will brokers realistically work with me?”

Adam: “After driving for 10 years, I’m considering the broker side of things. What are the pros and cons and what advice would you give?”

Lilly: “Have you ever filed a claim and only got a prorated portion?”
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Delegation and Growth in Freight Brokerage | Episode 266

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10/18/24 • 57 min

In this episode, we dive into the dynamics of leadership versus being a doer. Discover why leadership involves more responsibility and the importance of cultivating independence among your team members. Learn how to set clear expectations, invest in hands-on training, and embrace continuous learning in your professional journey. This episode is a treasure trove for industry professionals eager to refine their approach to business management, and for anyone intrigued by the transformative power of effective leadership.

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FAQ

How many episodes does Freight 360 have?

Freight 360 currently has 318 episodes available.

What topics does Freight 360 cover?

The podcast is about Supply Chain, Podcasts, Education, Business, Trucking, Logistics and Careers.

What is the most popular episode on Freight 360?

The episode title 'Freight Broker Reading List, Insurance, Tanker Transport & Small Shipments | Final Mile #39' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Freight 360?

The average episode length on Freight 360 is 47 minutes.

How often are episodes of Freight 360 released?

Episodes of Freight 360 are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.

When was the first episode of Freight 360?

The first episode of Freight 360 was released on Mar 17, 2020.

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