Category: Agents
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Freight agents who want to build a real business deserve a broker partner that acts like an ally instead of a hidden competitor. The trucking industry shows no sign of slowing down, yet the number of brokers willing to treat their freight agents fairly keeps shrinking every year. As a result, freight agents now have…
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Within the transportation industry, freight broker is one of the fastest growing professions, in large part due to the earning potential available to agents. So what can you expect from the profession? Tracy, one of our very own independent agents, tells us firsthand her experience as an agent. Discover what could be your future in the…
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A company in the UK called Mole Solutions thinks so. They’ve designed pods, that would travel underground to deliver goods currently hauled by trucks. They travel via a computer controlled smart track, using electromagnets. The company claims they could ship goods for 20% the cost of road shipping. But is it feasible? Laying that much pipeline…
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Nigel Marsh, thinks work-life balance is too important to be left in the hands of your employer. He lays out his “ideal” day, working, taking time for himself, his wife, his kids, the dog, and friends. Nigel quickly realizes that ideal is just not possible. He stresses the importance of not falling into the trap of “I’ll do…
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Do you work 8 hours straight? Do you often work through your lunch? You may think that you’re a better worker for these habits, but, studies say you’re doing it wrong. They say the 8 hour workday is inefficient and outdated. Entrepreneur says: “The 8-hour workday was created during the industrial revolution as an effort…
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If 2015 wasn’t what you expected, then it’s time to look at your business and see where to do better. Even if you had a good year, you should still examine all of your policies and vendors to make sure you’re getting the most out of your investments. Make 2016 a banner year when you…
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The logistics industry is booming. Even with all the regulations and rules implemented for carriers, brokers, and agents, there are still unethical brokers who take advantage of their agents or carriers. Some brokers don’t provide agents with the tools they need. Even worse, their internal agents may even be competing with outside independent agents hired…
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Agents in this industry are continually solicited by independent recruiters, company recruiters, brokers, carriers, carrier/brokers, and other related companies. When agents get these calls, they can expect to be flattered, offered gifts, cash, and promised the moon. With companies aggressively coming after agents, some offers may be so incredible sounding, that many will ask: “This…
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A freight broker is the licensed intermediary who connects shippers that need freight moved with the carriers that move it — negotiating rates, arranging pickup and delivery, and handling the paperwork so neither side has to manage it alone. Whether you’re a shipper hunting for reliable capacity, a carrier chasing consistent loads, or an agent…