If you missed this live Q&A yesterday, tune in to this podcast to stay updated!  This session covered some topics that will help us thrive in the changing environment of the transportation market, such as professional growth, the value of free educational resources available online, and continuous learning and training for employees!   📊📉 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 10:30 AM CST to break down transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars!   🤝 Shoutout to my sponsors!👇 https://info.denim.com/chrisjolly   https://spi3pl.com/ https://www.greenscreens.ai/thefreightcoach  https://tai-software.com/   🚚 Ditch your carrier packet, drive more carrier sales, and get better load coverage with seamless digital onboarding, TMS integration, and smart load coverage by visiting https://brokercarrier.com/.    🚀🔥 To sign up for my Newsletter, go to http://eepurl.com/iNoHco, get in touch with me through the social media channels below, and subscribe to my YouTube Channel!👇 ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw 📷 https://www.instagram.com/thefreightcoach/  🕊️ https://twitter.com/thefr8coach  💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-jolly-a183aa6a/

Why are digitizing claims processes and improving documentation recommended in the transportation business? Today’s going to be an exciting episode with Michael Schember! Michael discusses the inevitability of freight claims, the need for protective measures against freight damage, applying technology for a more efficient claims process, and strategies for claims resolution!   About Michael Schember Michael Schember brings over 25 years of comprehensive experience in freight claim management, encompassing both carrier and broker perspectives. His objective is to educate shippers and brokers on effective freight claim management practices. Freightclaims.com was launched in early 2010 with the mission to establish the industry standard for freight claim management. At Freightclaims.com, their mission is to simplify and expedite the freight claims process through innovative technology and dedicated customer service.   📊📉 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 10:30 AM CST to break down transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars!   🤝 Shoutout to my sponsors!👇 https://info.denim.com/chrisjolly   https://spi3pl.com/ https://www.greenscreens.ai/thefreightcoach  https://tai-software.com/   🚚 Ditch your carrier packet, drive more carrier sales, and get better load coverage with seamless digital onboarding, TMS integration, and smart load coverage by visiting https://brokercarrier.com/.    🚀🔥 To sign up for my Newsletter, go to http://eepurl.com/iNoHco, get in touch with me through the social media channels below, and subscribe to my YouTube Channel!👇 ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw 📷 https://www.instagram.com/thefreightcoach/  🕊️ https://twitter.com/thefr8coach  💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-jolly-a183aa6a/

We’ll cover several topics in this live session! Today, we’ll get into the effectiveness of cold calling in producing sales and revenue, the impact of new FMC rules on drayage and port operations, the growing problem of copper wiring theft at EV charging stations, and its negative effect on the sustainability and reliability of electrified trucking infrastructure, and some transportation insights from Werner Enterprises!   Resources / References The E-Myth Revisited by Michael Gerber https://www.joc.com/article/stakeholders-sorting-out-diem-bills-under-new-fmc-rules_20240612.html  https://www.ttnews.com/articles/thieves-ev-charging-stations  https://www.freightwaves.com/news/werner-enterprises-sees-better-days-ahead   📊📉 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 10:30 AM CST to break down transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars!   🤝 Shoutout to my sponsors!👇 https://info.denim.com/chrisjolly   https://spi3pl.com/ https://www.greenscreens.ai/thefreightcoach  https://tai-software.com/   🚚 Ditch your carrier packet, drive more carrier sales, and get better load coverage with seamless digital onboarding, TMS integration, and smart load coverage by visiting https://brokercarrier.com/.    🚀🔥 To sign up for my Newsletter, go to http://eepurl.com/iNoHco, get in touch with me through the social media channels below, and subscribe to my YouTube Channel!👇 ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw 📷 https://www.instagram.com/thefreightcoach/  🕊️ https://twitter.com/thefr8coach  💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-jolly-a183aa6a/

The Armchair Attorney Matthew Leffler is back for another insightful session!  Today, we'll discuss the impact of non-compete agreements on the broader workforce, government regulations, challenges in the transportation industry, safety and maintenance, and the competition among freight brokers.   About Matthew Leffler Matthew is a 3rd generation supply chain executive with over fifteen years of experience in safety, law, & maintenance. Matthew currently serves as Vice President of Strategic Accounts at Contract Leasing Corp. He is also an attorney that provides legal commentary on various supply chain issues & operates a popular podcast. In addition, Matthew has served as a senior leader with some of the nation’s most admired maintenance, repair, & fleet management firms. Matthew entered the industry as an attorney defending trucking companies in civil litigation in 2010, but cut his teeth helping build & later selling his family’s maintenance firm, Outsource Fleet Services, Inc. Matthew earned his J.D. from Michigan State University College of Law, Magna Cum Laude, and his B.A. from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He is licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois; U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois; & 7th Circuit Court of Appeals. Matthew is the proud father of Michael, Rowan, Elise, & Elijah & has been happily married to his wife, Holly, since 2008.   📊📉 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 10:30 AM CST to break down transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars!   🤝 Shoutout to my sponsors!👇 https://info.denim.com/chrisjolly   https://spi3pl.com/ https://www.greenscreens.ai/thefreightcoach  https://tai-software.com/   🚚 Ditch your carrier packet, drive more carrier sales, and get better load coverage with seamless digital onboarding, TMS integration, and smart load coverage by visiting https://brokercarrier.com/.    🚀🔥 To sign up for my Newsletter, go to http://eepurl.com/iNoHco, get in touch with me through the social media channels below, and subscribe to my YouTube Channel!👇 ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw 📷 https://www.instagram.com/thefreightcoach/  🕊️ https://twitter.com/thefr8coach  💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-jolly-a183aa6a/

Today, let’s get into some of the headlines in the transportation business including automation and labor disputes, trucking hiring trends, and summer shipping demand.  Check the links below to learn more! 👇   Resources / References https://www.joc.com/article/ila-halts-talks-over-new-contract-until-maersk-apm-clarify-port-it-projects_20240610.html  https://www.joc.com/article/us-trucking-hiring-falters-may-low-freight-demand_20240607.html  https://www.freightwaves.com/news/summer-shipping-demand-lifts-truckload-market   📊📉 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 10:30 AM CST to break down transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars!   🤝 Shoutout to my sponsors!👇 https://info.denim.com/chrisjolly   https://spi3pl.com/ https://www.greenscreens.ai/thefreightcoach  https://tai-software.com/   🚚 Ditch your carrier packet, drive more carrier sales, and get better load coverage with seamless digital onboarding, TMS integration, and smart load coverage by visiting https://brokercarrier.com/.    🚀🔥 To sign up for my Newsletter, go to http://eepurl.com/iNoHco, get in touch with me through the social media channels below, and subscribe to my YouTube Channel!👇 ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw 📷 https://www.instagram.com/thefreightcoach/  🕊️ https://twitter.com/thefr8coach  💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-jolly-a183aa6a/

In this episode, Kenneth Carter III talks about the various aspects of entrepreneurship within the freight industry and the challenges of starting and growing a business, including financial struggles and the necessity of constant adaptation. Keep tuning in to this show for another conversation on building long-term relationships, adopting a consultative approach to business, business development strategies, and bootstrapping!   About Kenneth Carter III Kenneth Carter is the President and CEO of Ameriton Freight & Logistics, a professional Supply Chain Consulting firm that was restructured from a freight brokerage. His firm focuses on Personal Development combined with Transportation Management which is a combination of his passions. Kenneth started his business venture in 2020, after being in the industry since 2001. Immediately after high school Kenneth joined the U.S. Army as a motor transport operator following his mother’s footsteps as a driver in the military. He brings values of professionalism, empathy, reliability, care and honesty into every interaction, in and out of business. His many years as a driver extended through his entire career driving for multiple companies, including holding leadership roles as a shipping manager, receiving manager, and regional manager for a Fortune 500 transportation and logistics company responsible for leading a team of professional drivers on day- to-day activities and supply chain management. Including, assisting FEMA with logistics services during Florida’s Hurricane Matthew in 2016. Kenneth’s purpose is to fill lives with optimism and work to engender positive self-worth. His why is to empower communities to navigate life’s challenges and defy odds.   Connect with Kenneth Website: https://ameritonfreight.com/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ameritonfreightlogistics3409  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ameritonfreight/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethcarteriii/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmeritonFreight/  Twitter (X): https://x.com/AmeritonFreight   📊📉 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 10:30 AM CST to break down transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars!   🤝 Shoutout to my sponsors!👇 https://info.denim.com/chrisjolly   https://spi3pl.com/ https://www.greenscreens.ai/thefreightcoach  https://tai-software.com/   🚚 Ditch your carrier packet, drive more carrier sales, and get better load coverage with seamless digital onboarding, TMS integration, and smart load coverage by visiting https://brokercarrier.com/.    🚀🔥 To sign up for my Newsletter, go to http://eepurl.com/iNoHco, get in touch with me through the social media channels below, and subscribe to my YouTube Channel!👇 ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw 📷 https://www.instagram.com/thefreightcoach/  🕊️ https://twitter.com/thefr8coach  💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-jolly-a183aa6a/

Today, we’ve got Kevin Hill with his data-driven analysis, insights on the current market trends, and challenges in the freight industry! This discussion with Kevin highlights the economic realities affecting the market, strategies for maintaining a competitive edge as a transportation professional, various data sources and their reliability, and his approach to market forecasting.   About Kevin Hill Kevin has more than 10 years of experience in the freight industry, both as a sales executive and a media producer; his mission is to help freight sales professionals grow their business and reach their goals. Kevin is the owner of Brush Pass Research, a sales and marketing research firm that helps companies sell to freight brokerages across North America.  He also hosts Put That Coffee Down, a popular freight sales show on FreightWavesTV, where he interviews guests and shares tips on how logistics providers can increase profits. Previously, Kevin founded CarrierLists, a carrier sourcing platform that was acquired by Highway in 2022.   Connect with Kevin Website: https://brushpassresearch.com/ / https://brushpassresearch.blog/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-hill-freightsales/   📊📉 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 10:30 AM CST to break down transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars!   🤝 Shoutout to my sponsors!👇 https://info.denim.com/chrisjolly   https://spi3pl.com/ https://www.greenscreens.ai/thefreightcoach  https://tai-software.com/ 🚚 Ditch your carrier packet, drive more carrier sales, and get better load coverage with seamless digital onboarding, TMS integration, and smart load coverage by visiting https://brokercarrier.com/.   🚀🔥 To sign up for my Newsletter, go to http://eepurl.com/iNoHco, get in touch with me through the social media channels below, and subscribe to my YouTube Channel!👇 ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw 📷 https://www.instagram.com/thefreightcoach/ 🕊️ https://twitter.com/thefr8coach 💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-jolly-a183aa6a/

Let's talk about reliable technology for freight brokerage and the importance of investing in them!  If you missed this live Q&A, tune in to learn the effectiveness of cold calling and site visits for business development, adapting to customer communication preferences, and more about sales improvement!   📊📉 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 10:30 AM CST to break down transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars!   🤝 Shoutout to my sponsors!👇 https://info.denim.com/chrisjolly   https://spi3pl.com/ https://www.greenscreens.ai/thefreightcoach  https://tai-software.com/   🚚 Ditch your carrier packet, drive more carrier sales, and get better load coverage with seamless digital onboarding, TMS integration, and smart load coverage by visiting https://brokercarrier.com/.    🚀🔥 To sign up for my Newsletter, go to http://eepurl.com/iNoHco, get in touch with me through the social media channels below, and subscribe to my YouTube Channel!👇 ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw 📷 https://www.instagram.com/thefreightcoach/  🕊️ https://twitter.com/thefr8coach  💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-jolly-a183aa6a/

Another incredible guest joined the show, Lars Ward! This significant discussion with Lars highlighted his insights on the current market situation, customer relationships, effective communication, sales tactics, growth strategies, ethical operation, and more that you shouldn’t miss!   About Lars Ward Lars Ward is a business development leader with more than 10 years of transportation experience. Currently, Lars is the Vice President of Sales and Strategic Partnerships at Cheema Freightlines, where he focuses on business development, customer facing activities, and partnership strategy. Before joining Cheema, Lars held various roles at Knight-Swift Transportation, Transport America, and a startup brokerage. Outside of the office, you can find Lars spending time with his wife and their children. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larsward/   📊📉 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 10:30 AM CST to break down transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars!   🤝 Shoutout to my sponsors!👇 https://info.denim.com/chrisjolly   https://spi3pl.com/ https://www.greenscreens.ai/thefreightcoach  https://tai-software.com/   🚚 Ditch your carrier packet, drive more carrier sales, and get better load coverage with seamless digital onboarding, TMS integration, and smart load coverage by visiting https://brokercarrier.com/.    🚀🔥 To sign up for my Newsletter, go to http://eepurl.com/iNoHco, get in touch with me through the social media channels below, and subscribe to my YouTube Channel!👇 ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw 📷 https://www.instagram.com/thefreightcoach/  🕊️ https://twitter.com/thefr8coach  💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-jolly-a183aa6a/

How can we protect ourselves from cybercrimes and online fraudulent activities as transportation professionals? Let's hear it from NMFTA's Joe Ohr and their mission in cybersecurity and freight digitalization! Today, we'll cover the need for cloud and API security, the unique risks faced by businesses in the industry, the importance of secure freight visibility, and more!   About Joe Ohr Joe Ohr has more than two decades of experience in technical operations, customer success management, customer support, and product support. Currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer for the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA)™, he plays a pivotal role in helping to advance the industry through digitization, classification, and cybersecurity. Prior to Ohr’s role at NMFTA, he served as in numerous engineering and operations positions at Qualcomm and Eaton, and most recently held the position of Senior Vice President of Operations/Customer Experience at Omnitracs. Throughout his career, Ohr has provided strategic guidance, vision, and a roadmap for addressing long-term customer challenges. He has played a key role in accelerating revenue growth and has collaborated closely with IT, product, and engineering teams to foster stronger partnerships with strategic customers and peers. Additionally, Ohr has overseen post sales customer support and service teams, as well as operations, managing a workforce of over 400 individuals. He holds multiple certifications such as CCNA from Cisco and MCSE from Microsoft and earned his Bachelor of Science in Education from the Ohio State University. Due to his contributions to the industry, he earned a spot in the Inner Circle in 2015 and 2018 from Qualcomm and Omnitracs. To learn more about NMFTA’s future events and what they do, visit https://nmfta.org/.   📊📉 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 10:30 AM CST to break down transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars!   🤝 Shoutout to my sponsors!👇 https://info.denim.com/chrisjolly   https://spi3pl.com/ https://www.greenscreens.ai/thefreightcoach  https://tai-software.com/   🚚 Ditch your carrier packet, drive more carrier sales, and get better load coverage with seamless digital onboarding, TMS integration, and smart load coverage by visiting https://brokercarrier.com/.    🚀🔥 To sign up for my Newsletter, go to http://eepurl.com/iNoHco, get in touch with me through the social media channels below, and subscribe to my YouTube Channel!👇 ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw 📷 https://www.instagram.com/thefreightcoach/  🕊️ https://twitter.com/thefr8coach  💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-jolly-a183aa6a/