927. #TFCMS - How I Personally Prospect Shippers!
Release Date: 05/17/2024
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Learn tons from this episode as Paul Estrada joins us to talk about the importance of performance metrics, overcoming the challenges of the current market condition, industry trends, supply and demand dynamics, and building relationships. About Paul Estrada Paul Estrada stumbled into the freight and logistics industry in 2008 when he took a Management Trainee role at Niagara Bottling. He was part of a management team that, over the next decade, would experience exponential growth going from a small regional company to a multi-billion dollar organization. In 2019 he was appointed...
info_outline 939. Yousif (Terry) ZegarCoffee w/#The Freight Coach
Why is developing relationships in the transportation industry a crucial component of success that everyone should prioritize? In todayβs episode with Yousif (Terry) Zegar, weβll revisit the aspects of a successful journey in the freight market - effective communication, high-quality services, problem-solving skills, strong partnerships, and customer satisfaction! About Yousif (Terry) Zegar Yousif (Terry) Zegar is a seasoned freight broker at Spi Logistics, serving as the agency owner of Team Chicago, where he oversees four employees and maintains relationships with numerous Fortune...
info_outline 938. #TFCMS - Marijuana Ruling & Ethical Business Behaviors In Freight!Coffee w/#The Freight Coach
Weβre back for another live show to talk about the freight industryβs top headlines and today, weβll cover the disconnect between carriers and brokers in understanding each otherβs challenges, the implications of proposed federal changes regarding marijuana classification for safety-sensitive workers in the transportation sector, and potential risks of impaired driving due to drug use. Resources / References ππ Donβt miss out on the latest market trends by subscribing to your TOP Transportation Morning Show! π π¬π― #TheFreightCoach Morning Show is...
info_outline 937. #TFCMS - Is AI Going To Replace Me In Freight?!Coffee w/#The Freight Coach
Will AI replace human functions and manual labor in the freight industry? This live episode covers most people's questions about AI and how its evolution may affect the transportation business, certain roles in the industry, and employees' efficiency and productivity. Resources / References ππ Donβt miss out on the latest market trends by subscribing to your TOP Transportation Morning Show! π π¬π― #TheFreightCoach Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to break down transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! ...
info_outline 936. #TFCMS - Is Mexico Freight The Next Wave Of Opportunity?!Coffee w/#The Freight Coach
Today, we've invited Matt Silver on the show to give us a clear overview of the Mexico market, cross-border transportation, the growth of Mexico's freight volume, and the increasing opportunity of investing and expanding your freight business in this market. About Matt Silver Matt Silver is the Co-Founder and CEO of Cargado, an early stage technology startup revolutionizing how U.S.-Mexico cross-border logistics is executed. Silver is an industry leader in cross-border freight whose career spans over a decade, deeply rooted in the industry since his teenage years. His expertise lies in...
info_outline 935. Jesse BuckinghamCoffee w/#The Freight Coach
Get tons of value from today's episode with Jesse Buckingham! Jesse talks about his journey into the transportation industry, his background in logistics technology, raising capital, and building relationships for long-term success in the trucking business! About Jesse Buckingham Jesse is a founder of Vooma, an automation platform for freight brokers and carriers that automates email quoting and load building using AI. Before Vooma, Jesse was the CEO of a logistics software company that sold to brokers, carriers and fleet owners that he grew from $2M to $20M+ ARR. Previously Jesse was a...
info_outline 934. #TFCMS - Financial Friday! What Are Freight Broker Margins At?!Coffee w/#The Freight Coach
Todayβs live show with Sean Smith of Denim will teach us how to adapt to market shifts and optimize revenue streams! Sean also emphasizes the significance of managing broker margins, negotiating terms with partners, and strategic financial planning to navigate uncertainties in the freight industry. About Sean Smith Sean Smith, VP of Product at Denim, has spent 10 years building and scaling products in the financial services and logistics industries. While leading Product at Denim, he has pioneered new capabilities for the factoring space including risk automation and pricing. ...
info_outline 933. Michael LombardCoffee w/#The Freight Coach
Whether you're a driver or anyone in the transportation business, you must listen to this episode with Michael Lombard! This conversation with Mike revolved around transforming the trucking industry, elevating the standards, and changing cultural norms through personal excellence, physical fitness, and wellness. About Michael Lombard Michael Lombard is a former Marine who came into Logistics spending three years in a warehouse, to 3 years over the road. Along the way fitness changed his life. He now is a Head Coach of two OrangeTheory studios in Austin, TX. His mission is still to...
info_outline 932. #TFCMS - Why Is Training Overlooked In Freight?!Coffee w/#The Freight Coach
Why are training, continuous learning, and personal development important for transportation professionals? Tune in with today's live guest, Nick Dangles, speaking about enhancing productivity, brand representation within an organization, and mitigating risks associated with over-reliance on specific customers or commodities. About Nick Dangles Nick Dangles is the Co-founder of Sync Logistics Training, a training platform built specifically for the transportation industry. Nick is a veteran of full truckload brokerage with over 10 years of experience in a variety of roles. In his...
info_outline 931. #TFCMS - What Is Going On In Produce?!Coffee w/#The Freight Coach
In this episode, let's all hear Cody Koehler highlighting the reasons to build strong relationships with customers, regular and honest communication, and understanding customers' operations and key performance indicators to enhance service quality. About Cody Koehler Cody is a 21-year veteran in supply chain/logistics. He has done just about everything in this industry minus holding his CDL (he did drive a yard dog though). In his current role, he oversees the sales and marketing teams for A&Z trucking, a 20-year old brokerage that specializes in produce and reefer freight, as...
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