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Conversations with the every day person, by the every day person. This show is about giving us all a voice on a wide range of topics!
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Arc Junkies is a Welding Podcast that is on a mission to help, educate and inspire the next generation of welders. Each week I talk to a new guest about their journey as a welder. Throughout the episodes, we cover different techniques, processes, variables, technical information and life lessons.
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This podcast is for anyone in the power line industry. Those of you that love to build and maintain power lines at work and after work. This is a collection of stories from line workers around the world. This is a community for us to share where we’ve been, who we’ve worked with, projects we’ve been apart of and hopefully pass on some of those key lessons that we could all learn from. This podcast will be a mix of line workers and their stories as well as other professionals sharing about ho ...
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Empowering men and women with knowledge about how to improve the qualities of their lives through skilled trades. Networking with like minded individuals bringing together the #BlueCollar community. WWW.THEWORKINGMANSHOW.COM #TheWorkingManShow #TWMS #GetAJob #EndHomelessnes #BlueCollar
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The #1 delivery guy podcast in the world...this is Out For Delivery. Four delivery guys tell their stories about life in the delivery industry.
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Same Show, NEW Name! Join the community of thousands of blue-collar business owners who are making their businesses stronger, the Blue Collar Proud Way. This weekly show hosted by Carter Harkins and Taylor Hill features interviews with leading authors, speakers, coaches, and successful business owners who want to build a better world by strengthening blue-collar businesses. It's not just a show, it's the beginning of a movement. Join us!
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Welcome to Miss Manual Podcast Home to viewing a females perspective in the Automotive, Motorsport, & BlueCollar Industries. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miss-manaul-podcast/support
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BlueCollar Business Nuggets... is a Podcast dedicated to sharing insightful, impactful and motivating nuggets at the show's beginning. Tune in for the nugget or stay for the whole show. We know you are busy and need the best stuff first...while some are working driving and have the ability to listen to the whole show. Our goal is to build community and demonstrate that all the blue-collar industries can learn from each other. The challenges, successes and goals are all the same. Cashflow, Sa ...
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1016. #TFCP - The Realities Of Building Your Book Of Business In Today's Market!
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Today, we’ll hear Scott Whitford’s extensive background in the freight industry and the significance of the agent model, alongside the challenges faced in building a successful book of business! Scott highlights effective business development strategies, financial literacy, managing unexpected issues, and navigating market competition! About Scott …
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1015. #TFCP - Is The Non-Compete Debate FINALLY Dead?!
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Today’s episode with our returning guest discusses the latest update on non-compete agreements within the transportation market! The Armchair Attorney Matt Leffler covers the Federal Trade Commission's recent ban on these agreements, diversifying client bases to mitigate risks, regulatory challenges, and insurance requirements. Keep tuning in to st…
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337. Titans of our Industry w/ Bill Newell
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In this episode of the Arc Junkies Podcast, Jason Becker hosts a deep and insightful conversation with Bill Newell, a seasoned welder and industry expert with over 50 years of experience. Known as one of the welding industry's "Jedi Masters", Bill shares his incredible journey through the welding world, from the early days of working in bridge cons…
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1014. #TFCP - What Is Going On With Truck Insurance?!
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Today, we’ll explore the vital aspects of insurance in the trucking industry with our returning guest Cameron Pechia! Cam delves into pressing industry challenges such as rising costs, fraud, and the necessity of comprehensive insurance coverage. He also highlights the significance of understanding insurance policies, engaging with insurance agents…
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1013. #TFCP - Ops, Stacks, & Weight Racks!?
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Today’s live episode with Robert Bain highlights the critical role of technology in optimizing logistics operations and eliminating redundancies, disciplined financial management, effective public relations management, and something to expect from the upcoming Broker-Carrier Summit! Stay tuned to learn more! About Robert Bain Robert Bain, more comm…
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154 | Leaders Shaping the Future of Infrastructure in the West | Loren Chandler, Dylan Welsh, Stephen Galagarza
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In this episode, we sit down with three of the most influential leaders in the power infrastructure industry in the Western USA. These trailblazers have been at the forefront of transforming the region's energy landscape, driving innovation, and ensuring the reliability and sustainability of the power grid. We'll explore their insights on the curre…
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LGS. 239- JACOB'S OLYMPIC TRIP, WEDDINGS AND FIXING CARS
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Wedding season, gay couple, fixing cars, Jacobs trip to olympics and more! Jammmmm packed episode! SPONSORS @pioneer_fit www.generalleathercraft.com @subzeroplunge www.subzeroplunge.com Code STUPID saves you 250$ Show Hosts @tomkal1 @huckfinnbarbell @hfbapparel @officialbebetterbrand @smartstrengthofficial letsgetstupidpodcast@gmail.com www.huckfin…
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1012. #TFCP - How I Prospect Shippers & What Qualifying Questions To Ask!
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How can we effectively prospect shippers and generate leads in the competitive freight market? This episode focuses on essential business strategies such as having a professional online presence and free resources for tracking leads. Also, you’ll learn about a structured approach to cold calling and relationship building through thoughtful follow-u…
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1011. #TFCP - The Realities Of Building A Business In Trucking!
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Want more insights into building a successful transportation business and navigating challenging markets? Then, listen to this episode with Chris Brewer! Chris emphasizes the vital role of customer acquisition, the significance of establishing purpose and direction, and the effectiveness of personal engagement in sales through face-to-face interact…
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1010. #TFCP - The Reality Of Equipment Financing In 2024!
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Today, we’ll explore the current state of the lending and equipment financing with our returning guest, James Currier! James will explain the slow recovery expected in the economy, the need for businesses to strengthen their balance sheets and consider creative financing strategies, and the importance of clear business growth plans! About James Cur…
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336. Changing the Culture in our Industry w/ Juvi Calvo
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This weeks guest is Juvi Calvo, President of TipTig and Republic Testing Labs in Houston, Texas. In this episode we dive into the changes we’d love to see in the welding industry to enhance the trade as a whole. We all know about the labor shortages, the skills gap, and the push for automation to support skilled workers, with employers struggling t…
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1009. #TFCP - How To Win Contract Freight As A Small Carrier!
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We’re excited to have Adam Wingfield back on the show for this live episode covering the recent trends in the freight market, the importance of taking proactive measures for small carriers, and building brand presence through a website! Adam also shares some advice on practical sales tactics and leveraging free resources for networking opportunitie…
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1008. #TFCP - Establishing A Cross Border Fulfillment Partner!
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In this episode with Luke Hoefs of Prosper Fulfillment, he discusses key trends in cross-border freight and near-shoring, reflecting on his extensive background in freight brokerage and distribution. He elaborates on the process of importing goods from China to Mexico, highlighting essential elements such as duties, tariffs, and the Section 321 pro…
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153 | Linemen | 100+ Years Of Power Line Experience | Robin Lucas & Paul Davis
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You don’t get many chances to listen to two linemen with over 100 years of power line experience talk about the trade for more than an hour. Robin has two journeymen tickets, one as an electrician and one as a lineman. He also bootstrapped his own power line business for over 25 years and during his career was extremely influential in driving the i…
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LGS. 238- NEW CARS AND LUCKY BRAND JEANS
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Finally a show where Tom and Tom are together, we discuss Tom’s new whip, censoring in other countries and lucky brand jeans. SPONSORS @pioneer_fit www.generalleathercraft.com @subzeroplunge www.subzeroplunge.com Code STUPID saves you 250$ Show Hosts @tomkal1 @huckfinnbarbell @hfbapparel @officialbebetterbrand @smartstrengthofficial letsgetstupidpo…
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1007. #TFCP - Building Relationships With Your Customers!
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Today’s live show focuses on insights about running a freight brokerage and building customer relationships through accountability and high standards! We’ll also discuss recent industry updates, including a drop in diesel prices, the ethical considerations of business operations, and trends in van and reefer loads, particularly in California. You s…
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1006. #TFCP - The Synergies Between Success In Freight Through Fitness!
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Listen to this meaningful conversation about resilience and personal growth with today’s guest, Nick Klingensmith! This episode covers Nick’s remarkable journey as a cancer survivor, the intersection of fitness and business, the importance of personal branding, and the ‘marathon mindset’ necessary for long-term relationships in business development…
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1005. #TFCP - Dealing With Weather In Freight & How To Prepare!
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Join us in this episode with Weather Optics’ Scott Pecoriello discussing the significant impact of weather changes on freight operations! Scott explains how they leverage weather and transportation data to provide actionable intelligence including risk scores for potential weather impacts and automated alerts, and forthcoming innovations such as a …
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335. Scaling Your Welding Business w/ Eric Pleil
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In this episode of the Arc Junkies Podcast, Jason Becker hosts a conversation with Eric Pleil, a welding business owner and coach who transitioned from running a successful fabrication business to helping others succeed in the welding industry. Eric shares his journey from starting out with custom motorcycle work to growing his own welding business…
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In this episode, we'll discuss the evolving sales cycle and relationship-building strategies within the freight industry with today’s guest, John Brewer! John emphasizes the current onboarding process, the need for a long-term commitment in a competitive environment where shippers receive numerous requests, the importance of having effective follow…
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1003. #TFCP - From Trucking Executive To Entrepreneur!
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Today, we've got an industry veteran, Dave Ables, sharing insights on his transition from an executive role to entrepreneurship! Dave highlights essential business development and sales strategies, the importance of understanding customer needs, having thorough preparation for cold calls, and having a clear value proposition in the trucking busines…
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152 | Veterans & Linemen | Turning Canadian Vets into Linemen | Jordan Geddert & Jamie Lowe
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There are all kinds of great programs for veterans in the USA but what about Canada? I’m asked this question all the time. Is there a program for helping Canadian Vets get into the line trade? These two guys are spearheading this initiative alongside the IBEW. They are IBEW union journeymen linemen that have incredible stories of service both in th…
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LGS. 237- GREAT MOVIES AND LINCOLN CONTINENTALS
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Tom and Tom discuss Cams upcoming bachelor party plans, great movies to watch, and Lincoln Continentals SPONSORS @pioneer_fit www.generalleathercraft.com @subzeroplunge www.subzeroplunge.com Code STUPID saves you 250$ Show Hosts @tomkal1 @huckfinnbarbell @hfbapparel @officialbebetterbrand @smartstrengthofficial letsgetstupidpodcast@gmail.com www.hu…
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1002. #TCP - Taking The Show In A New Direction!
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Want to learn the latest on this show? Tune in as we discuss providing more practical information for transportation professionals, more topic-centric episodes featuring industry experts, and relevant conversations with actionable insights based on real-world experiences! 📊📉 Don’t miss out on the latest market trends by subscribing to your TOP Tran…
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Weld Wednesdays Exploring Welding Certifications and Career Advancement w/ Daryl Peterson
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In this conversation, Jason and Daryl discuss various certifications available through AWS for welders. They highlight the importance of certifications for career advancement and explore the benefits of specific certifications such as the Certified Welding Supervisor (CWS) and Certified Welding Educator (CWE). They also touch on the significance of…
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1001. #TFCMS - Why Carrier Compliance Is So Important!
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We’re back for another live discussion packed with knowledge about the logistics industry with Mike Sajdak! Mike joins the show to share something about global logistics, the effect of COVID-19 on supply chain dynamics, vetting carriers, and compliance. The conversation also focuses on the rising issue of freight theft and the necessity for thoroug…
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We’re excited to have Shawn McLeod today as part of achieving a new milestone on this show, and this 1000th episode delves into the intricacies of the freight brokerage industry! Shawn talks about the market challenges and significant growth, the value of strong customer relationships, respectful interactions with carriers, and the importance of pr…
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999. #TFCMS - MAJOR Changes Coming To The NMFC In 2025!
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Want to learn more about the significant upcoming changes to the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) set to take effect in 2025? Join our guest today, Nate Ripke, as he discusses the importance of a standardized and density-based classification system to simplify freight categorization! About Nate Ripke Nate Ripke is the Director of Commod…
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334. Battling Demons w/ John Weslow
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John Weslow shares his journey of addiction and recovery, highlighting the challenges he faced and the support he received. He discusses his experiences with substance abuse, including using drugs and staying awake for days on end. He talks about his time in rehab and the importance of finding a new focus, such as bodybuilding, to replace his addic…
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998. #TFCMS - How To Determine Your Freight Market Size!
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Why is financial understanding crucial to business success, particularly for freight brokers? Today’s live episode with Sean Smith of Denim features a hands-on market sizing exercise where he shares methodologies for utilizing government data to assess potential revenue and market share. This conversation also covers strategic application, undersco…
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Are you a small or mid-sized carrier looking to understand costs and profitability better? Then, you must listen to this episode with Dray Insight’s co-founders, Towns Agnew and Jonathan Sinton! Our guests discuss the challenges in drayage operations, the financial tool that streamlines the quoting process and enhances response times, and the impor…
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996. #TFCMS - Why You Need To Automate Your Freight Quotes!
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In today’s live episode, we’ve invited Dave McCoy of BitFreighter to speak about the EDI challenges in the freight industry! Dave highlights how BitFreighter provides modern, cost-effective EDI solutions, including automated quoting, integration with carrier TMSs, and a customizable rules engine to enhance freight pricing transparency! To support p…
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LGS. 236- 4000 MILES, ALLIGATORS AND MISSED HEAD SHOTS
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WE ARE BACKKKKKK. We go over Finns wild 4000 mile trip, Trumps head shot, and Tom’s awful work schedule SPONSORS @pioneer_fit www.generalleathercraft.com @subzeroplunge www.subzeroplunge.com Code STUPID saves you 250$ Show Hosts @tomkal1 @huckfinnbarbell @hfbapparel @officialbebetterbrand @smartstrengthofficial letsgetstupidpodcast@gmail.com www.hu…
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995. #TFCMS - Why You Need To Automate Your Operations!
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Today’s live episode with Ken Apple centers on industry trends and advancements in automation within freight brokerage! Ken joins us to discuss the challenges and resistance surrounding automation due to past shortcomings while emphasizing the need for integrating automated tools into existing workflows. He also highlights the importance of buildin…
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994. #TFCMS - Improving Your Cold Sales Email Outreach!
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Today, we’ll delve deeper into email marketing strategy and its critical components with Adam Rosen! Adam emphasizes the importance of viewing cold emailing as a means of connection rather than direct sales, limiting outbound emails to avoid spam filters, utilizing multiple inboxes for increased volume, and crafting high-quality email lists that al…
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Want to learn more about the electrification of fleets and innovations in automotive technology? We’re thrilled to have two amazing guests in this episode, Jimmy Fielding of Purkeys and Josh Essmon of ZeroRPM! Listen to this insightful conversation as we discuss the impact of anti-idling regulations, service technologies like electric standby optio…
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992. #TFCMS - Securing Your Equipment To Protect From Theft!
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Hear some insights about cargo security and equipment protection from our guest today, Nick Erdmann of Transport Security, Inc.! Nick emphasizes the increasing rates of theft targeting not just cargo but also trucks, trailers, and containers, positioning drivers as the last line of defense. Don’t miss this episode to learn how to secure trucks and …
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333. Self Taught Gang w/ Phil Garland
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In this episode of the Arc Junkies Podcast, Jason Becker hosts a conversation with Phil Garland, a welding applications technician at Fronius and a self-taught welder. Phil shares his remarkable journey from knowing nothing about welding to becoming an expert in the field, all while balancing his passion for welding with his life on a family farm. …
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991. #TFCMS - How Can Shippers Find The Most Accurate Pricing?!
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Are you a shipper looking for a product to price accurately and predict future pricing? We’re excited to present Dawn Salvucci-Favier and Matthew Harding from greenscreens.ai to give some value in this live episode! Dawn and Matthew talk about enabling more dynamic procurement processes and quantifying operational behaviors affecting pricing. They …
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Why are technology and problem-solving skills so valuable in freight operations? Today’s episode with Drew McElroy focuses on leveraging data and technology to serve brokers' interests, Transfix's unique industry expertise and technology-driven approach, the challenges brokers face in using and understanding data, and improving operational efficien…
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989. #TFCMS - Why Everyone NEEDS Warehousing!
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Want to hear about the value of speed in business dealings and the “Amazon Effect” on customer expectations? Today’s live episode with Matt Fain highlights the trends in the warehousing industry, business strategies, and targeted sales approaches in logistics! Connect with Matt Email: matt@popcapacity.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/…
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151 | Lineman | Is it TOO LATE for LINEMEN to change | Larry Lopez
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This episode with lineman, Larry Lopez is about as raw and reel as it gets. Larry grew up in a rough area in LA and by all accounts shouldn’t have made it but he did. He not only made it but is thriving and a large part of that has to do with becoming a journeyman lineman. Larry’s been around a long time now and is heavily involved with giving back…
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988. #TFCMS - Why Automating Your Accessorial Charges Is So Important!
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We’re excited to have Marina Brown in today’s live show to discuss accessorials! She talks about the challenges with accessorial charges in the industry, the importance of clear communication, the impact of technology on communication and automation, the potential of AI in supply chain management, and business growth and technology. About Marina Br…
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987. #TFCMS - 8 Steps To Improve Your Freight Brokerage!
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Today, we’re excited to feature Sean McGillicuddy in this episode about operational improvements for transportation professionals! Sean talks about assessing business processes, a comprehensive eight-step process for freight brokers, efficient order processing, quoting shipments quickly and accurately, developing a strong carrier network, tracking …
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