1158. #TFCP - Leadership Lessons Every Entrepreneur Needs To Know!
Release Date: 03/20/2025
The Freight Coach Podcast
In today’s episode, we discuss effective back-office integrations in transportation, data processing, and the risks of automation and data security with Sean Smith of Denim! Sean highlights how integrations can help with operational efficiency, reduce errors, and ensure confidence, as well as best practices to minimize risks, such as using different credentials for automation, data limitation, and multi-layer verification due to threats like deepfakes! About Sean Smith Sean Smith, VP of Product at Denim, has spent 10 years building and scaling products in the financial services and...
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Today, you’ll learn more about Blythe (Brumleve) Milligan’s newly launched logistics platform, Cargo Rex, and how it can serve as a comprehensive information hub for the industry! Blythe shares insights into the platform's development, privacy-centric features allowing users to navigate logistics resources without being tracked, categorizing information into various sectors like associations and technologies, and Cargo Rex's commitment to authentic user testimonials and plans for future AI-enabled features! About Blythe (Brumleve) Milligan Blythe (Brumleve) Milligan got her start in...
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How can you automate manual tasks and brokerage operations to scale faster as a broker? Listen to Annalise Davis to find out how Chain, an AI-powered freight visibility platform, can enhance collaboration between brokers and carriers, the importance of operational efficiency in the increasingly competitive market, Chain's latest feature that will improve engagement and retention within carrier networks, and the role of AI tools in leveling the playing field for smaller companies! About Annalise Davis Annalise Davis is the co-founder and CEO of Chain, an AI-powered visibility...
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Atty. Dan Artaev is back on the show today to discuss critical legal protections for transportation businesses concerning online reputations and defamation risks! Dan highlights how false reviews and Freight Guard reports can harm carriers' opportunities in the spot market, shares a cautionary case where a broker faced punitive damages for posting defamatory reports without substantiated claims, leading to the broker's business demise, the complexities introduced by double brokering, and the importance of maintaining open communication between brokers and carriers, building trustworthy...
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In this episode, we’ll continue on a topic that’s vital for every transportation professional - the key strategies for generating sales and revenue! Listen to learn the importance of daily disciplined activities over motivation, focusing on revenue-generating tasks like cold calling and its methodology, setting specific daily calling targets, tracking progress to enhance efficiency and drive business growth, and mindset strategies for overcoming sales anxiety! 📊📉 Don’t miss out on the latest market trends by subscribing to your TOP Transportation Morning Show! 🌎...
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Join our incredible guest, Mike Mikulik from SPI Logistics, on Day 2 of the TIA Capital Ideas Conference! Today, Mike delves into the vital aspects of freight brokerage business development and relationship strategies, the enduring importance of personal connections in a technology-driven industry, the benefits of AI for smaller brokerages, and the significance of continuous learning, networking, and sales efforts! About Mike Mikulik Mike Mikulik is the Vice President of Sales and Marketing at SPI Logistics. He is a very personable and enthusiastic person who is a collaborator and...
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We’re live at the TIA Capital Ideas Conference, and in this episode, we’ve got Greeenscreens’ CEO back on the show, Dawn Salvucci-Favier! Dawn shares her journey to leading the company through significant growth, innovation in the transportation industry, Greenscreens’ challenges and successes, including fundraising and achieving profitability, the company’s new product that aims to improve long-term contract forecasts, and the critical role of marketing! About Dawn Salvucci-Favier Dawn Salvucci-Favier brings more than 28 years of transportation management industry...
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In this episode, let’s hear Nicole Hunt’s remarkable career transition from nursing to becoming a freight broker in a male-dominated industry with minimal training! Nicole emphasizes the pivotal role of communication in customer service, the significance of self-motivation and confidence in sales, and the value of honesty, reputation in building trust with clients, and understanding customer needs! Connect with Nicole Email: LinkedIn: 📊📉 Don’t miss out on the latest market trends by subscribing to your TOP Transportation Morning Show! 🌎...
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In today’s episode, CJ Johnson shares his successful journey in the transportation industry, from being a salesperson to becoming a successful serial entrepreneur with five logistics companies! CJ talks about his growth strategy, emphasizing the importance of establishing solid business systems and processes before launching new ventures, vital client relationship management and risk assessment in navigating new freight niches, and his perspective on the hybrid future in logistics, blending technology with personal connections! About Charles “CJ” Johnson CJ Johnson graduated with...
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Welcome to another week full of valuable insights for transportation folks, and DJ Shirley of Baker Brothers Installations joins us to share what we should know about the warehousing industry! DJ discusses his time at TQL learning sales processes, the subsequent challenges he faced while attempting to start a brokerage, an overview of the rack integration business and its full-cycle solutions for warehouse needs, the growing trend towards used racking materials as a cost-saving measure, and the industry’s safety concerns and rising lead times due to tariffs! This episode further explores...
info_outlineWhat does it take to be an effective leader and entrepreneur in the transportation business? Let’s hear it from Jeremy Prince of Peregrine Delivery Solutions!
Jeremy joins us to share his extensive experience in the industry, his continuous goal to bridge the gap between shippers and carriers, the current market's inefficiencies, and the need for a shift in industry mentality by 2025. Focusing on transparency and sustainability, Jeremy reveals his company's unique approach to profitability, prioritizing consistent, low-margin business over high-reward but less reliable deals!
Connect with Jeremy
- Website: https://www.oneperegrine.com/
- Email: [email protected]
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