1211. #TFCP - Beyond the Résumé: Identifying Talent in Logistics!
Release Date: 06/03/2025
1233. #TFCP - 3rd Annual Salute To America!
The Freight Coach Podcast
Today’s episode is a conversation about America’s freedom and independence, featuring Robert Bain, the Strongest Man in Logistics, as he reflects on the risks taken by the Founding Fathers, comparable to modern military challenges! Robert highlights the principle of freedom of speech, having a business philosophy, GLCS’ current growth and priorities, his powerlifting career, charitable focus, and the importance of resilience and building a robust content strategy for educational purposes! About Robert Bain Robert Bain, more commonly known as "Bain", has been involved with the...
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1232. #TFCP - Hacked Loads & Hijacked Freight: The Dark Side of Digital Logistics!
The Freight Coach Podcast
Today, Melanie Padron of IT ArchiTeks discusses the transportation industry's high risk for cyber attacks due to reliance on technology, with hackers exploiting urgency around high-value freight! Melanie shares how cybercriminals often target small businesses, cyber-enabled cargo theft, red flags for potential cyber threats, how users must manage their own data security, and the urgent need for regular training, a culture encouraging employees to report suspicious activities, multilayered security measures, and the importance of collaboration within the industry! About Melanie Padron...
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1231. #TFCP - From Nuclear to Neutral: The Case That Could Reshape Carrier Liability!
The Freight Coach Podcast
In this episode, let’s talk about the latest trends in the transportation industry and timely freight operations to accommodate peak holiday demands! Stay tuned to learn more from our trusted sources of information, the importance of verifying holiday hours with shippers and receivers, today’s industry challenges, the critical role of shifting towards digitization, and focusing on internal improvements! Resources / References 📊📉 Don’t miss out on the latest market trends by subscribing to your TOP Transportation Morning Show! 🌎...
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1230. #TFCP - Booking Smarter: Top Habits of High-Performing Freight Brokers
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We’re excited to feature two amazing guests for this week’s first episode, Paul Lang and PJ Zarskus of HMD Transport! Paul and PJ tell us something about the current market dynamics, what it takes for many carriers to maintain market share, the impact of emerging insurance integration with ELD devices, and what The Logistics War Room offers for its community members! About Paul Lang and PJ Zarskus Paul is a seasoned logistics and supply chain leader with over 13 years of experience driving growth, operational excellence, and strategic procurement in the freight brokerage space. He...
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1229. #TFCP - Not Just Hustle: What They Don’t Tell You About Being Your Own Boss!
The Freight Coach Podcast
Welcome to another live discussion, and don’t miss out on this week's last episode for more real-world sales and entrepreneurship insights! Today, you’ll learn why a disciplined daily structure is vital for personal success, investing in mindset development and networking, preparing for potential exhaustion when building sustainable businesses, and being resilient during early entrepreneurial stages! 📊📉 Don’t miss out on the latest market trends by subscribing to your TOP Transportation Morning Show! 🌎 🎬🎯 #TheFreightCoach Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at...
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1228. #TFCP - The Long Game: Why We’re Still Betting on Trucking!
The Freight Coach Podcast
In this episode, Tristan Bordallo is back on the show to break down more action plans for growing a trucking business! Tristan shares what small carriers are falling in the current market condition, the crucial role of hiring qualified people for cash flow and business development, how to run a successful freight operation, the impact of customer satisfaction ratings on carrier reputations, and more that you shouldn’t miss! About Tristan Bordallo Tristan has been in the trucking business for 21 years, started in LTL brokerage Diversified Transportation and became a 1099 rep after 3...
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1227. #TFCP - What Shippers ACTUALLY Look For When Choosing A Provider!
The Freight Coach Podcast
Our friend Sean Smith from Denim is back on the show, and today, he shares tons of advice for freight brokers and other industry professionals about what shippers are looking for when choosing freight partners! Tune in to know shippers’ sentiments in the current market condition, what brokers should prioritize to enhance service delivery and relationships, the importance of effective billing and clean back office processes, and why financial responsibility is critical to business success! About Sean Smith Sean Smith, VP of Product at Denim, has spent 10 years building and scaling...
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1226. #TFCP - Freight Equipment Forecast: Stability or Softening?
The Freight Coach Podcast
Get the latest equipment financing and industry updates from today’s returning guest, James Currier of Finloc! James shares what Ontario is facing that affects freight volumes, the impact of frequent tariff announcements and geopolitical tensions, the overall market volatility, and the importance of preparing for cyclical economic changes! About James Currier James Currier is the Chief Revenue Officer at Finloc USA, where James leads the sales team across the country in a relentless pursuit for increased market share in the equipment finance field. After starting his...
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1225. #TFCP - Entrepreneur in Overdrive: When Pivoting Becomes the Game Plan!
The Freight Coach Podcast
Today, our first guest for the week, Garrett Bowers of Bowers Trucking, explains the significance of face-to-face networking and its role in building relationships within the transportation industry! Garrett highlights how crucial it is to create a personal connection with potential clients, build systems for business development, prospect consistently, enhance transparency, and operate teams efficiently for scalability and profitability! About Garrett Bowers Born and raised in Ponca City, Garrett is a proud alumni of PO-HI where he played football, wrestled, and was highly involved in...
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1224. #TFCP - Policy Overload: How Tariffs and Politics Are Reshaping Freight!
The Freight Coach Podcast
Dive into our last guest this week, Ed Burns from Burns Logistics, discussing the latest trends in freight and the impact of tariffs and politics on the industry! Ed shares the importance of operational resilience and effective cost management in the current market downturn, a platform to improve contract freight opportunities for shippers and carriers, the current market instability and tariff uncertainty, and what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur in freight! Resources / References About Ed Burns Ed is the Chief Executive Optimist at Burns Logistics. He recently...
info_outlineIn this episode, we’ve invited a talent acquisition expert from Global Executive Solutions Group, Josiah DiPaolo, to discuss the intricacies of recruiting effective people within the transportation industry!
Tune in to hear his insights on the job market, the demand for specific freight expertise, particularly in sales roles, and his advice for freight businesses!
About Josiah DiPaolo
Josiah is a Managing Director and within the Transportation, Logistics, & Supply Chain Management practices, with a focus in Intermodal, Drayage, and Port Logistics. Throughout his career in the executive search industry Josiah has established himself as a top resource in his respective niches in order to provide the top level of both search and consultative practices to his clients and candidates. Through a strong understanding of the industry both on a micro and macro level he is able to efficiently identify the right people and develop strong lasting relationships.
Josiah has worked with over 50 organizations both domestically and globally and has been recognized as a top 10% performer within a nationwide network of 650+ executive recruiters for 2021, 2022, 2023, & 2024.
As a Managing Director, Josiah's personal work consists of executive level & C-suite search, organizational mentorship, and strategic team building.
Connect with Josiah
- Website: https://gesg.com/
- Email: [email protected]
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/global-executive-solutions-group/
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