freight broker
How do you become a Freight Broker?
A common question I get practically on a daily basis is “how do I become a freight broker”. To this question I find many answers and usually unique to the person asking the question. Obviously the basic question you might first ask youself is, “what am I doing... [Read more...]
jobs
Best place to look for Logistics Jobs?
Does anyone have recommendations on where to find logistics jobs? We recommend: www.indeed.com www.juju.com www.jobsinlogistics.com What are the top job boards for logistics positions including Freight Broker Agents? addthis_url = 'http%3A%2F%2Ffreightbrokeragentjobs.com%2Ffreight-broker-jobs%2Flogistics-job%2Fbest-place-to-look-for-logistics-jobs%2F'; ... [Read more...]
training
Training to be a Freight Broker Agent
We are looking for people to recommend the best avenues for training for the position of “Freight Broker”. Does anyone have recommendation for schools or companies that have trained them. We would appreciate both the positive and negative aspects of the training they... [Read more...]
third party logistics
Why let another company performs a large and critical distribution function?
This post identifies at a high level one of the operational model for large distribution organizations, in this case Whirlpool, and identifies how Whirlpool utilizes 3PL or third party logistics companies to assist in delivering its goods to retailers. When retailers accept delivery... [Read more...]
transportation logistics
software tools
5 Ways Outsourcing Benefits Your Business
No matter what type of business you’re in today, you’ll definitely outsource some elements of it. Large companies outsource entire departments like technical support, payroll processing, accounting, logistics and other functions normally performed by themselves.... [Read more...]
freight broker
How do you become a Freight Broker?
A common question I get practically on a daily basis is “how do I become a freight broker”. To this question I find many answers and usually unique to the person asking the question. Obviously the basic question you might first ask youself is, “what am I doing now?”. It’s always good to have a good knowledge of where you’re starting on this journey. It’s probably a good idea to have been in the business for a while in some form or function, right? That would be yes because the position known as Freight Broker integrates a lot of business acumen or skill if you will to orchestrate a varible set of personalities and personas. I know that’s a few big words for business drama management. If I’m looking for the key answer... [Read more...]
Broker Jobs
Choosing the right Freight Broker to work with, part 1
We talk a lot about how to become a freight broker agent on this site but essentially what do you do when you have all the right stuff in place to run your own show, or are looking for a great freight broker to hang your hat under? Hopefully we will address some of the pertinent issues in this post or drag a few concepts forward over a series of posts on making the right choice when joining a freight brokerage. First being a freight broker agent is a much simpler process from the operational perspective than being a full blown freight broker. A freight broker agent, like a real estate agent, operates under the license and bond of the broker he or she is contracted to. What this means is essentially you can be a freight broker agent through either employment or contract... [Read more...]
broker training
How do you train to be a broker?
Hmm…Lot of chin scratching on this one. Well that’s a million dollar or more question. Knowing how to execute efficiently as a broker or a broker agent is one way to make a decent living in an era of shrinking wages. We are looking for people who want to share some of their knowledge on what it takes to become a broker. There are a number of training organizations that provide broker training. We would be interested in hearing from you and finding out what makes you and your freight broker training organization stand out among the crowd. Why should a potential broker take your training course. So if you have the following desire to: to share articles, information, and perhaps videos on what it takes to be a broker, are looking to advertise your training... [Read more...]
3PL
Non Compete Contract in Logistics?
This post discusses non-compete agreements which tend to vary from state to state. In many cases non-compete agreements are not completely enforceable as many states are considered “right to work states” in which citizens have a right to earn a living and can not be prevented from doing so. Each situation is unique and needs consideration. I worked as an account manager for a third party logistics company for 5 years. During those 5 years, I inherited small accounts that I made profitable, cold called for accounts that were profitable, and earned referrals through these methods where I became very successful and earned great money as a commissioned employee. I was terminated back in January and have a job that does’nt pay near what I was making now.... [Read more...]
