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By: Morgan Griffith
July 19th, 2022

Starting a new business can be daunting, but it's even more intimidating when you're in the midst of an unprecedented pandemic and a highly unpredictable market. (Toilet paper, ...

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Business Advice | Logistics | Cargo Claims | Transportation | Best Practices | Safety | Freight Management | Freight Broker

By: Jonathan Marsh
July 15th, 2022

If you've never moved a flatbed load, especially one that is overweight or oversized, the process can seem daunting. Open lines of communication between the shipper, broker, and ...

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Insider | Agency Ownership | Business Advice | Best Practices | Agent Program | Recruiting

By: Jennifer Koskie
June 20th, 2022

In the first installment of this post, we discussed overcoming a prospect's objections and selling them on your business; now it's time to move on to contract negotiations. This ...

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By: Jennifer Koskie
June 9th, 2022

The word 'no' can be tough to hear, even for experienced negotiators. If you're on a tight deadline to meet a quota or looking to squeeze in a last-minute deal before your next ...

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Agency Ownership | Business Advice | Logistics | Transportation | Best Practices

By: Kristi DeMoisy
May 24th, 2022

It's a new week, and you’re feeling motivated! This is your week to reach out to prospects, new and old, and close some sales. But with so many options, where do you start?

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Carrier Relations | Agency Ownership | Business Advice | Logistics | Transportation | Best Practices | Freight Management | Shippers | Freight Broker

By: Barry McRae
May 17th, 2022

Finding a carrier to move your freight is no easy task, especially if you have a hazardous or high-value product. Getting a load to its final destination requires relinquishing ...

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Agency Ownership | Business Advice | Technology | Logistics | Transportation | Best Practices | Safety | Shippers

By: Mike Jolley
April 5th, 2022

With the Russia-Ukraine conflict ongoing and potential cyberattacks looming, it's more important than ever for businesses to remain vigilant against threats. Although larger ...

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Insider | Agency Ownership | Business Advice | Logistics | Transportation | Best Practices | Agent Program | Shippers | Freight Broker

By: Matt Peters
March 23rd, 2022

In a post-Covid world, companies of all sizes are challenged with making their supply chains more resilient while maintaining competitiveness. Shippers increasingly rely on ...

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