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Logistics & Leadership

Brian Hastings and Justin Maines

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Join "Logistics & Leadership", where we redefine logistics and personal growth. Hosted by industry veterans Brian Hastings and Justin Maines, it shares their journey from humble beginnings to a $50 million company. Discover invaluable lessons in logistics, mental toughness, and embracing the entrepreneurial spirit. The show delves into personal and professional development, routine, and the power of betting on oneself. From inspiring stories to practical insights, this podcast is a must for ...
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Desperately Seeking Wisdom

Red Bicycle & Creators Inc

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This is a podcast where well-known people talk about what they’ve learned from life - particularly the tough times. Guests have come from the worlds of entertainment, politics, business and journalism, including: Richard Curtis, George Alagiah, Amber Rudd, the Rev. Richard Coles, Lyse Doucet and David Baddiel. It’s a chance to hear their wisdom - and to think about how it might apply to your life… After the Brexit vote, Craig Oliver's high-powered job and privileged position at the heart of ...
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Handling Bad Hires: Real-Life Strategies and Lessons Learned In this episode, we tackle the anxiety and challenges associated with making a bad hire. Covering topics like identifying poor hires within the first few months, the importance of documentation, leveraging HR resources, and legal advice, the conversation provides actionable steps and corr…
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Mastering the Art of Hiring: Best Practices and Key Interview Strategies In this episode, we delve into the best hiring practices to ensure your team is set up for success. With over a decade of experience, Justin shares his insights on defining non-negotiables during the application process, evaluating resumes, and understanding the significance o…
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Cullen and Mason chat with Brandon Henderson from I Am Terrified. They chat about the band's new music, their upcoming show at Furnace Fest, and the time he met Metallica. Check out I Am Terrified: https://www.instagram.com/iatband/ Be sure to get tickets for Furnace Fest and see Idle Threat play! Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furn…
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Maximizing Your ROI at Industry Conferences In this episode, we discuss strategies for making the most of your investment when attending industry conferences. Learn how to identify the right conferences to attend, the importance of setting clear goals, and practical tips such as creating a targeted list of contacts, scheduling meetings in advance, …
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Cullen and Mason chat with Justin Jones from Idle Threat. They chat about Idle Threat's new upcoming album, their upcoming show at Furnace Fest, and much more. Be sure to get tickets for Furnace Fest and see Idle Threat play! Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Check out Idle Threat here: https://linktr.ee/idlethreatsyd Fo…
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Mastering Sales Strategies in a Competitive Market In this episode, we dive deep into the challenges of standing out in sales, particularly in the logistics sector. Learn practical strategies to differentiate yourself from the competition, from getting past gatekeepers to connecting directly with decision-makers. Discover innovative tactics such as…
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Cullen and Mason chat with Matt Fox from Shai Hulud. They chat about Shai Hulud's legacy on metalcore, if there is new music from the band, and much more. Be sure to get tickets for Furnace Fest and see Shai Hulud play! Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Check out Shai Hulud here: instagram.com/shaihulud_unincorporated Fo…
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Mastering Lead Generation On today's episode on Veritas Vantage, Supply Chain Leaders Brian Hastings and Justin Maines explore the importance of daily prospecting in the logistics industry, especially during a tough market. Learn various lead generation techniques, such as utilizing CRM systems, leveraging everyday interactions, and focusing on spe…
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Cullen and Mason chat with Josh Hagquist from The Beautiful Mistake about the band's legacy, their upcoming show at Furnace Fest, and possible new music. Be sure to get tickets for Furnace Fest and see The Beatiful Mistake play! Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Check out The Beautiful Mistake here: instagram.com/thebeau…
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Preventing Fraud and Theft in Logistics On today's episode on Veritas Vantage, Supply Chain Leaders Brian Hastings and Justin Maines address pressing issues of theft and fraud within the logistics industry. They delve into effective carrier selection strategies, the importance of technology in preventing fraud, and how to educate shippers on securi…
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Cullen and Mason chat with Matt Carter from Emery about Emery's legacy, what their future plans are, and much more. Be sure to get tickets for Furnace Fest and see Emery play! Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Check out Emery here: https://emerymusic.com Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblacksheeppodcast Subscrib…
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This is a special edition of Desperately Seeking Wisdom. Just after we completed the third season a few months ago, Craig began began talking to Jonathan Scott Lee. In 2023, Jonathan's daughter, Caitlyn, took her own life at the exclusive Wickham Abbey School. Her tragic death was covered widely in the media and forced him to confront some hard que…
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High-Stakes Shipping On today's episode on Veritas Vantage, Supply Chain Leaders Brian Hastings and Justin Maines delve into the challenges faced by the logistics industry due to escalating theft and fraud. Our discussion covers various crime rings operating in California and beyond, focusing on high-value commodities and the tactics criminals use …
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Cullen and Mason chat with Stephen Keech from Haste the Day. They chat about new music from Haste the Day, their upcoming show at Furnace Fest, and what makes the band's sound distinctive, and much more. Be sure to get tickets for Furnace Fest and see Haste the Day play! Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Check out Haste …
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Building Stronger Teams On today's episode on Veritas Vantage, Supply Chain Leaders Brian Hastings and Justin Maines discuss the critical importance of conducting structured one-on-one meetings with employees to enhance their performance and engagement. Learn effective strategies for structuring these meetings, whether from a sales or operations pe…
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Cullen and Mason chat with Levi Benton from Miss May I. They chat about Miss May I's history, their recent signing with Solid State Records, new music coming out soon, and much more. Check out Miss May I: https://missmayimusic.com Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblacksheeppodcast Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@theblacksheep…
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Beyond the Offer: Ensuring a Smooth Onboarding Process On today's episode on Veritas Vantage, Supply Chain Leaders Brian Hastings and Justin Maines dive into the best strategies for structuring an offer letter and enhancing the onboarding experience for new sales employees. They cover how to make a stellar first impression, the importance of transp…
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Cullen and Mason chat with Brandan Schieppati from Bleeding Through. They chat about the band's history, new music from Bleeding Through, and their upcoming show at Furnace Fest. Be sure to get tickets for Furnace Fest and see Bleeding Through play! Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Check out Bleeding Through: instagram.…
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Protect Your Brokerage On today's episode on Veritas Vantage, Supply Chain Leader Justin Maines sits down with Transportation Attorney Rob Hassman from Burns and Hassman as they discuss the yet often overlooked topic of broker carrier contracts. Rob thoroughly explains why these agreements are critical for legal protection and risk mitigation for b…
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Cullen and Mason chat with Aaron Stone from My Epic about My Epic's new album, their upcoming show at Furnace Fest, how Aaron's faith has changed over the years, and much more. Be sure to get tickets for Furnace Fest and see My Epic play! Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Check out My Epic: linktr.ee/myepicrock Follow us…
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Transforming Logistics On today's episode on Veritas Vantage, Supply Chain Leaders Brian Hastings and Justin Maines sit down with Chadd Olesen, CEO and founder of AVRL, to discuss his unconventional entry into the logistics industry and his work with top brokerages. Topics include automation, change management, and strategies for transforming midsi…
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From Dreams to Reality On today's episode on Veritas Vantage, Supply Chain Leaders Brian Hastings and Justin Maines explore the importance of setting and achieving goals, whether they are relationship, health, or career-focused. The hosts discuss the concept of reverse engineering goals to create actionable steps and timelines. Examples include how…
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Cullen and Mason chat with David Bunton from The Showdown. They chat about the band's history, their upcoming show at Furnace Fest, and if The Showdown will ever make new music. Be sure to get tickets for Furnace Fest and see The Showdown play! Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/thebl…
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Navigating the Path from Entry-Level Sales to Mid-Level Management On today's episode on Veritas Vantage, Supply Chain Leader Brian Hastings dives deep into the journey from being an entry-level sales representative to advancing into mid-level management, focusing on the importance of career paths and the role of intrapreneurs. They discuss insight…
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Mason chats with Chad Johnson and Johnny Grimes from Furnace Fest. They chat about this year's festival, the future of Furnace Fest, and their favorite moments of the last three Furnace Fests. Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblacksheeppodcast Subscribe to our YouTube channel: yo…
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Juggling Expectations and Realities On today's episode on Veritas Vantage, Supply Chain Leader Brian Hastings delves into the crucial role of mid-level managers in organizations. Discover the challenges they face, from bridging communication between employees and upper management to managing expectations and goals. Learn how to filter important mes…
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Cullen and Mason chat with Josh Kemble from Dogwood. They chat about Dogwood's upcoming Furnace Fest performance, Josh's culinary business, and much more. Be sure to get tickets for Furnace Fest and see Dogwood play! Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblacksheeppodcast Subscribe to…
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Cullen and Mason chat with Simon Allen and Russell Cleave from Mt. Onsra, a new alternative rock project from the UK. They chat about the band's history, their new album, and much more. Check out Mt. Onsra: mtonsra.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@theblacksheeppodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblacksheeppodcast Beco…
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Mitigating Risk in Brokerage On today's episode on Veritas Vantage, Supply Chain Leader Brian Hastings sits down with Transportation Attorney Rob Hassman from Burns and Hassman as they delve into topics like the importance of having the right insurance, managing shipper contracts, limiting broker liability, and best practices to mitigate risks. Dis…
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Cullen and Mason chat with Leanor Ortega Till from Five Iron Frenzy. They chat about some funny Five Iron stories, their upcoming show at Furnace Fest, her guilty pleasure artists, and much more. Be sure to get tickets for Furnace Fest and see Five Iron Frenzy play! Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Follow us on Instagra…
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Broker 101 On today's episode on Leadership & Logistics, Supply Chain Leaders Brian Hastings and Justin Maines explore the fundamentals of freight brokerage, tailored for both newcomers and seasoned brokers. We discuss the challenges of convincing shippers to choose your services over existing partners, simplifying brokerage by comparing it to subc…
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In this two part episode Cullen and Mason chat with Levi from Seven Spirits Burning and Oskar and Sondre from Agabas. They chat about the history of both bands, their new music, and much more. Check out Seven Spirits Burning here: instagram.com/seven_spirits_burning Check out Agabas here: agabas.no Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@the…
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Behind the Wheel On today's episode on Leadership & Logistics, Supply Chain Leaders Brian Hastings and Justin Maines discuss the critical need to improve how truck drivers are treated in the logistics industry. They explore the challenging lifestyle of truck drivers, who spend up to 300 days a year on the road, often enduring long hours away from t…
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Cullen and Mason chat with Scott Fisher from Capstan. They chat about Capstan's history, their new album, and much more. Check out Capstan here: capstanband.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@theblacksheeppodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblacksheeppodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/p…
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The Good, The Bad, and The Toxic On today's episode on Veritas Vantage, Supply Chain Leaders Brian Hastings and Justin Maines dive into the often-unspoken challenges of dealing with bad shippers and manufacturers. They explore the key characteristics of both positive and negative shipping relationships and share real-life experiences to help you id…
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In this two-part episode, Cullen and Mason chat with Mackenzie from The Drawn Out and Kyle and Justin from Sunmancer. They chat about both band's histories and their new music. Check out The Drawn Out: thedrawnout.com Check out Sunmancer: instagram.com/sunmancer Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@theblacksheeppodcast Follow us on Instag…
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Navigating Cargo Claims. On today's episode on Veritas Vantage, Supply Chain Leader Brian Hastings sits down with Transportation Attorney Rob Hassman from Burns and Hassman as they discuss some crucial advice on how brokers can avoid common mistakes and handle various legal scenarios. From understanding the importance of documentation and the role …
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Cullen and Mason are joined by the guys from Church Jams Now podcast where they do a fantasy concert lineup. They each pick the best bands from different categories to assemble what each thinks is the best concert lineup possible. Did your favorite band get picked? Check out Church Jams Now: instagram.com/churchjamsnow Subscribe to our YouTube chan…
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Welcome to the Veritas Vantage Podcast! In today’s episode, your hosts Brian Hastings and Justin Maines discuss the importance of trust, effective communication, and the ability to solve problems quickly when selecting a carrier network, especially in a market flooded with options. They highlight real-world challenges faced by shippers, such as las…
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Cullen and Mason chat with Tiffany Lee of Plumb. They talk about Plumb's history, her faith journey, and much more. Check out Plumb here: instagram.com/plumbmusic Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@theblacksheeppodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblacksheeppodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com…
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Welcome to the Veritas Vantage Podcast! In today’s episode, your hosts Brian Hastings and Justin Maines discuss the importance of adopting technology in the logistics industry, using BlackBerry's refusal to evolve as an example, they highlight how Veritas Logistics has invested in technology to improve efficiency, transparency, and service quality,…
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Cullen and Mason chat with Jessy Ribordy from Falling Up about Falling Up's history, their relationship with Tooth & Nail Records, what Jessy is up to now, and much more. Check out Jessy's work here: https://bio.site/jessyribordystudios Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@theblacksheeppodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblac…
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Welcome to the Veritas Vantage Podcast! In today’s episode, your hosts Brian Hastings and Justin Maines discuss the complexities and strategic considerations surrounding non-compete agreements in the logistics industry. The speakers, Brian and Justin, share personal experiences and insights on how non-compete clauses can impact career moves and the…
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Cullen and Mason chat with Leah Payne about the history of CCM and how Tooth & Nail bands were different than CCM artists. Check out Leah's book, God Gave Rock and Roll to You: A History of Contemporary Christian Music: https://amzn.to/3wkoqxi Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@theblacksheeppodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/…
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Welcome to the Veritas Vantage Podcast! In today’s episode, your hosts Brian Hastings and Justin Maines delve into the significance of fostering strong human relationships in the logistics sector, emphasizing the enduring value of client and carrier relationships amid increasing technological advancements and automation. Brian and Justin discuss th…
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Welcome to the Veritas Vantage Podcast! In today’s episode, your hosts Brian Hastings and Justin Maines talk about the significance of integrity within the logistics sector, highlighting how a company's reputation hinges on ethical practices rather than superficial branding elements. The discussion covers the challenges in an industry with many pla…
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Mason chats with Travis Bryant from Terminal. They chat about Terminal's history, if they will ever release new music, and much more. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@theblacksheeppodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblacksheeppodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-blacksheep-podca…
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Welcome to the Veritas Vantage Podcast! In today’s episode, your hosts Brian Hastings and Justin Maines discuss overcoming adversity and embracing resilience, drawing on personal stories of challenges faced and overcoming them. Brian and Justin share their early career struggles, including financial hardships and job rejections, and how these exper…
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Cullen and Mason chat with Marcus Bridge from Northlane. They chat about Marcus's history of joining Northlane, being from Australia, their new EP, and much more. Check out Northlane here: https://northlaneband.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@theblacksheeppodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblacksheeppodcast Become a…
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