Freight 360
It's the Freight360 podcast from Freight Broker Sales tips to Sports Talk. This podcast is all about helping you grow as a Freight Broker with your hosts, Nate Cross and Benjamin Kowalski.
New episodes every Friday and our Q&A series "The Final Mile" every Tuesday.
Join us as we dive into the freight industry to provide you with the latest in Freight Broker education and industry news.
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Episodes
366 episodes
Renegotiating Failed Bids | Episode 295
In this episode of Freight 360, we cover key issues in freight and trucking—from 4% of truckers being unlicensed to low freight volumes and economic pressures. They break down double brokering vs. interlining, highlight fraud and safety risks, ...
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DAT Rating, Insurance, and Contracts | Final Mile 94
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:MC Authority Delay? New brokerage struggling on DAT — is 1.5 years to gain tractionlegit?Broker Contracts Help Lawyer vs. templat...
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Credit Policies for Freight Brokers | Episode 294
This episode exposes real cases of internal fraud at freight brokerages—from agents moving loads under fake approvals to inflating commissions and abandoning contracts. Learn how to protect your business with better system controls, document ch...
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1:08:23
Transportation Law with Matt Leffler Part 2 | Episode 293
In this second segment of 2 part episode, attorney and law professor Matthew Leffler joins the hosts to unpack key legal issues in trucking. They cover non-compete agreements, broker transparency, driver safety, shipper-broker contracts, and re...
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Transportation Law with Matt Leffler Part 1 | Episode 293
In this first segment of 2 part episode, attorney and law professor Matthew Leffler joins the hosts to unpack key legal issues in trucking. They cover non-compete agreements, broker transparency, driver safety, shipper-broker contracts, and rec...
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Inspections, Landstar, & Top Load Boards Explained | Final Mile 92
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:🔍 Why brokers request carrier inspections🧑💼 Is Landstar a good choice for agents?📦 Best load boards for frei...
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Email Essentials for Freight Brokers | Episode 292
Poor email habits can cost you customers. In this episode, we break down the fundamentals of professional email communication for freight brokers and why it matters more than you think.🔹 Write clear, purpose-driven messages🔹 Use sub...
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Are Brokers Parasites? & More Q&A | Final Mile 91
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:Is there a platform where brokers can bid on available freight shipments?What should I do if someone is fraudulently using my ...
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Carrier Selection Criteria | Episode 291
When it comes to vetting motor carriers, each freight broker has their own preferences on what to look for and what to avoid. In this episode, we're opening the hood on our own personal rule sets that we use when selecting motor carriers.
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How to Make $1M Per Year as a Freight Broker | Final Mile 90
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:Should I be using an official quote form when sending pricing to a customer?Is it realistic to earn $1 million a year as a cradle-to-...
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Avoiding Fraud Carriers | Episode 290
In this episode of Freight 360, the hosts break down freight brokering basics with a focus on carrier selection and fraud prevention. They cover how the current economy affects the industry, share a global outlook, and dive into a real case of ...
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Bulk Loads, GPS Tracking, & More Q&A | Final Mile 89
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:What's the biggest challenge brokers face when it comes to shipping freight?How to find bulk carriers and handle washout requi...
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Freight Broker Essentials: The Basics | Episode 289
Ever wonder why some freight brokerages thrive while others constantly struggle with cash flow problems? The answer lies in mastering the fundamentals that many brokers overlook.In this eye-opening episode, we explore the critical but o...
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Prospecting, Fuel Surcharges & Blind Loads | Final Mile 88
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:🔍 How to find the right companies to prospect — and who to contact once you do⛽️ How to calculate fuel surcharge when quoting a customer🙈 What bli...
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Common Accessorial Charges | Episode 288
🚚 In this episode, we cover:⏱ What accessorial charges are (detention, layovers, TONU, lumpers & more)📄 How to document charges and avoid disputes📉 Real-world examples of how mishandling accessorials hur...
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Cold Calling Tactics | Final Mile 87
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:📞 What does “100 calls per day” really mean—total dials or the number of companies contacted?🚫 Is there a way to get more customers without cold calli...
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The Hidden Risks of Running a Freight Brokerage | Episode 287
Profits can vanish fast when brokers cut corners. Nate kicks things off with a wild National Guard story from inside New York prisons, then we dive into real-life brokerage disasters: a $50K trailer fail, insurance loopholes that killed claims,...
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Breaking Into Freight Brokerage: Essential Q&A for Success | Final Mile 86
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:Does Your Business Name Matter? – Should you change “Transportation” to “Logistics” when you become a broker?Cold Calling 10...
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Freight 360 Live: Maximizing DAT Tools for Brokers | Episode 286
Get 10% off a Year of DAT: Click Here🔹 DAT Features – Explore qualification settings, company profiles, and market insights.📊 Leveraging Data Analytics – Use tools like Benchmark &...
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Getting New Customers & More Q&A | Final Mile 85
Ben & Stephen answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:Prospecting as a New Broker – Key advice for getting started and landing shippers.Using the BOL for Leads – How to leverage Bills of Lading...
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PREVIEW: Live Freight 360 with DAT
We're doing a live podcast this Thursday with DAT to help show you the best ways to maximize your tools to increase your profits and carrier network. Make sure to join us on
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Breaking Down the Freight Broker Role | Episode 285
Benjamin and Stephen break down the many roles in freight brokerage, from freight agents to carrier sales reps, and the challenges of customer acquisition. They dive into market trends, tariffs, cargo theft, and cyber scams, highlighting the ne...
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TONUs, Freight Rates, & More Q&A | Final Mile 84
Ben & Stephen answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:TONU Fees & Cancellations – Is it reasonable to charge a 24-hour cancellation fee on shipments? (Sounds like a TONU question.)Tr...
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Trump Tariffs & Cross-Border Freight (with Dean Croke of DAT) | Episode 284
Ben and Dean break down recent US-Canada tariff changes, covering their impact on freight volumes, rates, and carrier challenges. Dean shares insights on operating costs, a possible freight recession, and long-term trade policy effects. They al...
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