Why This Freight Agent Only Hires Family

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In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we talk with Steve Burroughs, agency owner at SPI Logistics, who exclusively hires family members to work at his freight agency. Hear how this approach has shaped the dynamics of his business, from maintaining work-life balance to building a resilient and loyal team. Steve shares personal anecdotes and lessons learned from integrating family into his professional world and navigating the intricacies of the freight market.
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Chapters

1. Why This Freight Agent Only Hires Family (00:00:00)

2. The Evolution of Freight Agents (00:00:05)

3. Navigating Family Business Boundaries (00:11:57)

4. Balancing Work and Family in Business (00:20:36)

5. Customer Relationships in the Trucking Industry (00:26:52)

6. Predictions on Future Freight Market Trends (00:31:23)

7. SPI CEO Club Experience (00:43:06)

8. Navigating Customer Relationships for Business Growth (00:50:45)

9. Trusting Your Gut in Trucking (01:00:17)

10. Agents' Sense of Community and Collaboration (01:05:59)

11. Digital Marketing Services for Logistics (01:12:15)

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