Best Chris Jolly Podcasts (2025)

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1287. #TFCP - What's Next in Enterprise Yard Operations? The Rise of the Yard Operating Systems! 33:53

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What’s the real cost of outdated systems and failed tech rollouts in transportation? Tune in to YMX Logistics’ CED, Matt Yearling, to discuss systemizing yard management and operations, why half of the solutions implemented in this space fail to deliver ROI, and the explanation behind 90% of facilities still run yards without proper technology! We …

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1286. #TFCP - Profits in Control: The Automation Edge for Trucking Companies! 31:31

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Today, Bill Holaday of EBE Technologies joins us to talk about productivity in the trucking business and the role of automation in driver retention, cash flow, and safety compliance! We dive into how automation, document scanning, OCR, and AI integrations are helping fleets, from small operators to truck carriers, to unlock measurable ROI, Bill's r…

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1285. #TFCP - Real Strategies and Niche Specialization: Building a Stronger Business in Freight! 1:04:07

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The harsh reality of entrepreneurship? Most businesses fail—not because of a lack of effort, but due to cash flow issues, technical missteps, and a lack of focus. In this replay mashup episode, Alex Schick and Matthew Zarzycki share their lessons from building a business with resilience. Learn why niche specialization, financial management, and eff…

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1284. #TFCP - Real Tech Differentiation in TMS, Brand Awareness, and People-First Marketing! 46:42

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Do your marketing strategies keep you stuck in the past or position you for long-term growth? In today's episode with Mike Marut, discover how Revenova transformed its marketing approach, moving from outdated outreach and dormant social media into a people-first strategy powered by leadership visibility and authentic content! You’ll hear how their …

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S6E1 - A New Season: Chris Moses and Tinashe Kajese-Bolden on the 2025/26 Season 45:37

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1283. #TFCP - Fall Freight Frenzy: Will Produce Volumes Deliver or Disappoint?! 31:59

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What’s really going on in today’s produce and freight markets? Why are growers taking massive hits while carriers in Florida see rates spike overnight? In this episode, Cody Koehler is back to break down the ripple effects from California’s record harvest challenges, Florida’s severe capacity shortages after new regulations, the Pacific Northwest’s…

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1282. #TFCP - Speed, Scale, and Synergy: Freight Tech Trends To Watch! 35:35

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How much stronger would small carriers be if cash flow were no longer their biggest struggle? I’m excited to bring two Seans on the show, Denim’s Sean Smith and Truckstop’s Sean Dehan! In this episode, we talk about Truckstop’s acquisition of Denim and why this strategic decision is a game-changer for the transportation industry. Plus, we cover how…

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1281. #TFCP - Truth vs. Hype: What’s Really Driving the Freight Market!? 33:29

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What do today’s freight market conditions really tell us, and how can carriers and brokers use data the right way to stay profitable? Dean Croke from DAT Freight & Analytics joins us to break down the real story behind flat spot rates, capacity velocity, and why AI-driven data isn’t always reliable! Dean and I also talk about the financial discipli…

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1280. #TFCP - Driving Support: How the Trucking Industry Lifts Up Veterans! 36:31

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Why do so many veterans face challenges that most of us never see? Today’s episode is going to be meaningful with Matthew Parker, as he shares his incredible life journey and what shaped his leadership principles of honor, kindness, and sacrifice. We dive into the hard truths about veteran transition struggles, from underemployment and corporate bi…

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1279. #TFCP - Why Most Sales Reps Fail at Prospecting (and How to Fix It!) 35:01

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In today’s episode, Cameron Pechia is back to talk about succeeding in freight sales and building a customer base from scratch! Cam shares the reality of starting at zero, long hours, side hustles, and the grit it takes to keep pushing forward, why most sales reps fail, from lack of niche focus to missing systems, and how dialing in daily prospecti…

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1278. #TFCP - Is Freight Broker Transparency FINALLY Dead!? 29:52

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Are broker transparency rules the solution to today’s freight challenges, or should we be focusing more on enforcement and safety? We’re excited to bring The Armchair Attorney back to the show, Matt Leffler, to break down the FMCSA’s latest delay on broker transparency updates, why the current 371.3 requirements remain unchanged, and what this mean…

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1277. #TFCP - Freight Tech Wars: Who’s Really Driving Innovation!? 36:25

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How is AI really reshaping freight brokerages, and what’s the reality behind all the hype? Today, we have S&P Global’s Eric Johnson back on the show to discuss the latest trends in AI and freight tech! We dive into how major companies are approaching AI differently, why 95% of enterprise AI projects show no ROI yet, the gap between marketing promis…

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1276. #TFCP - Are Regulators Trying to Kill Trucking?! 32:17

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If you want to know what the new trucking regulations mean for your business, you shouldn’t miss today’s episode covering the latest headlines in the industry! I also cover the ATA’s push for stricter federal safety enforcement, the ongoing debate over dash cams, FMCSA’s enforcement gaps that affect driver safety checks, and the latest battle betwe…

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1275. #TFCP - Downtime Kills: How to Keep Your Tech Alive 24/7! 33:00

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How ready is your fleet for the next wave of transportation technology? How confident are you that your dash cams, tracking systems, and compliance tools are actually working the way they should? Beth Young from Velociti joins us today to explore how fleets can cut through the AI and machine learning buzzwords and focus on real solutions that prote…

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1274. #TFCP - Are Trumps Tariffs Illegal?! 31:49

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Let’s cut through the noise! The freight market isn’t tightening anytime soon, and that means if you’re running a trucking company, brokerage, or shipping freight, you’ve got to play it smart. But how will you prepare for 2026? In this episode, we’ll talk about real strategies: how to hold your rates, why cold calling beats sitting behind email, an…

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1273. #TFCP - From Policy to Pavement: How Advocacy Shapes Trucking! 32:28

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Listen to another episode with real insight into the trucking industry, not theories, not noise, only facts, and today, we’ve got Ben Greenberg from the North Carolina Trucking Association! We dig into everything from nuclear verdicts and rising insurance costs to state and federal legislative efforts that directly impact carriers and shippers, why…

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1272. #TFCP - Mileage, Maps, and Margins: Optimizing Freight for Profitability 31:54

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How do you make sure your drivers aren’t caught off guard during holiday runs? Are you really getting the most accurate routing data for your RFPs? Mark Lukenbill of MileMaker is back to dive into mileage standardization, why truck-specific routing beats Google Maps every time, and how MileMaker’s API delivers real-time traffic, weather, tolls, and…

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1271. #TFCP - Empty Backhauls, Full Potential: Reducing Waste in Trucking! 32:05

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In this episode, Private Fleet Net Zero’s co-founder, Russell Jones, talks about how his platform is delivering better pricing, safer service, and stronger margins, transforming the way brokers access private fleet capacity! Russ shares his journey to building a multimillion-dollar business that helps fleets and brokers unlock billions in freight s…

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1270. #TFCP - Non-Domiciled CDL Nightmare? What Is Fueling the Trucking Crisis!? 33:20

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Everyone’s pointing fingers at foreign drivers, visas, and this so-called “driver shortage” after the Florida crash. But are we actually addressing the real problem, and is the narrative we’re hearing online actually true? Or just noise? Today, we’ll break down the numbers on non-domiciled CDL holders, tax and safety compliance, and the failures of…

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1269. #TFCP - Building Brands in Freight: Social Media Strategies To Use! 43:55

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What’s the secret to building a real brand in freight? Authentic content, smart use of technology, or simply showing up every day? I’m excited to feature the man behind SPI Logistics’ branding, RJ Finnegan! RJ shared the intersection of sales and marketing in our industry and how SPI has adapted its 45+ years of experience to modern branding strate…

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1268. #TFCP - Freight Coach Q&A: Strategies to Land More Customers! 32:06

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Are you really prepared for what it takes to run your own freight agent business? Do you know how to build customers from zero, niche down effectively, and keep your sales pipeline moving every single day? Deep dive into the last episode of this week to know the realities of being an independent freight agent, no fluff, just straight talk! I lay ou…

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1267. #TFCP - The Cash Flow Trap No One Talks About In Freight! 32:54

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Upwell’s Charley Dehoney is back in today’s episode to discuss cash flow management in freight brokerage and how brokers can streamline billing and leverage automation to avoid costly mistakes! We talk about how AI can help prevent errors before they ever reach a customer, Charley’s early lessons in freight, the dangers of letting customers use you…

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1266. #TFCP - A Founder's Journey: The Real Price of Calling Your Own Shots! 33:38

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Bitfreighter’s Brad Perling is back on the show to share something about launching a successful freight tech company, from sleepless nights and zero revenue to building a profitable remote-first company serving shippers and brokers across the globe! Brad discusses EDI integration pain points in transportation, why aligned values within an organizat…

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1265.#TFCP - Pipeline Power: Structuring a Freight Sales Process That Wins! 35:26

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What’s holding your freight brokerage back from achieving growth? Lack of focus, poor data, or chasing the wrong customers? In today’s episode, Dr. James Kenny is back on the show as we speak about why building a clear strategy and defining your ideal customer profile is the real foundation before you even think of bringing AI, automation, or tech …

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1264. #TFCP - Margin Mastery: Using Rate Predictions to Maximize Profit! 32:15

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Let’s welcome this week’s first guest, Carly Gunby of Transfix, to share how modern freight technology is transforming outdated business development! Our conversation explores the significant role of niche specialization, consistent pricing, and real-time AI-driven tools. From analyzing broker behaviors to optimizing lane performance and adopting s…

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1263. #TFCP - 5 Brutal Freight Broker Challenges & How To Overcome Them! 29:06

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What’s the biggest threat to your freight business right now—fraud, market volatility, or outdated regulations? Today, let’s break down the harsh reality of trust issues between brokers and carriers, as fraud reaches all-time highs across social media and industry platforms! Tune in to find out the exact verification steps I use to spot real carrie…

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1262. #TFCP - No More Lost Freight Data: How APIs Are Saving Millions! 32:23

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In today’s episode, NMFTA’s Keith Peterson and Farooq Huda of Worldwide Express join us to talk about how the Digital Standards Development Council (DSDC) is changing the game for freight tech! We explore how universal API standards are eliminating repetitive integration work across LTL, full truckload, 3PLs, and shippers, making “build once, use e…

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1261. #TFCP - Cracking the Code to Faster, Smarter Freight Rates! 29:36

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What if you could quote thousands of lanes in minutes, respond to shippers in under two, and still have time to grow your customer base? Let’s welcome Tabi Connect’s Dan Hellmann back to the show to explain how quoting automation, RFP modules, and lightning-fast rate delivery are changing the game for freight brokers and carriers! We discuss why sp…

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1260. #TFCP - UPS’s Driver Buyout Backlash: Labor Tensions on the Rise?! 30:22

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Today, let’s cover some industry headlines, from UPS buyout extensions and automation plans, to truck manufacturers suing California over emissions rules, to the decline in rail intermodal market share! Tune in to find out why my 12-month market outlook remains conservative and why consistent daily prospecting, 40, 50, even 60 calls a day, will kee…

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1259. #TFCP - Beyond the Noise: Freight Trends Backed by Hard Data! 38:49

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What’s really going on in freight brokerage right now? Why are rates stuck, and how should we position ourselves as brokers for the next market shift? Together with our guest today, Ken Adamo of DAT Freight & Analytics, we dig into the supply-and-demand imbalance that’s keeping rates flat, the impact of tariffs and interest rates on shipper behavio…

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1258. #TFCP - The Freight Broker Blueprint: Routines That Drive Revenue! 32:02

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In today’s live show, you’ll learn how to find shippers, build a prospect list, and grow your freight business without spending thousands on lead-generation tools! This episode is about real freight industry insights, no gimmicks, no “guaranteed freight” scams, just what works! Discover why choosing one freight mode and owning your niche is key, ho…

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1257. #TFCP - From Bids to Blacklists: The Load Board Crackdown! 32:05

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Are spot rates really holding, or is capacity starting to tighten under the surface? Today, let’s talk about the DAT’s load board data, seasonal freight patterns, how tariffs and interest rates are shaping the future of the industry, the recent FMCSA enforcement on English language proficiency and accountability gaps around fraud, and why human con…

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1256. #TFCP - Blueprint for Freight Sales: Building a Scalable System! 32:45

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In this episode, a former top-ranked commercial truck sales rep, Sean Lyden of Systematic Selling, breaks down what actually works in freight sales! We talk about the 90-day rule in B2B, how to reframe cold calls as shopping for customers, and why your Ideal Customer Profile isn’t just about who to target, but also who to avoid. Sean also shares hi…

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1255. #TFCP - Family, Freight, and Forward Thinking! 33:30

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Whether you’re building relationships or just booking freight, this episode with the amazing couple from Cowtown Express Logistics, Colby and Raegan Baskin, is full of insights on how to build long-term success in the industry! Colby and Raegan unpack how they’ve evolved from a family-run straight truck operation to a high-integrity, full truckload…

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1254. #TFCP - Rate Intelligence, Reinvented: Stop Guessing, Start Earning! 34:54

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What if brokers actually owned the data they generate and got paid for it? Today, Sam Tibbs shares how Trochi AI is flipping the script by giving brokers ownership in the data economy they fuel, literally offering equity to those who contribute the most. We discuss why today’s rate tools fall short, how Trochi AI captures real-time load-level insig…

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1253. #TFCP - Dimensioning Reimagined: The Rise of AI in the Warehouse! 32:51

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Don’t miss the last episode of this week with Cargo Spectre’s Jason Joachim and Rohan Bhagwat! Jason and Rohan delve into how they’ve solved the age-old freight measurement headaches, especially the challenge of inaccurate dims causing added costs. They also explain how their system uses AI-powered automation to capture legal-for-trade dimensions, …

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1252. #TFCP - How Do You ACTUALLY Deploy AI Into Your Organization?! 37:47

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Are you getting ROI from your AI tools—or are you just adding more tech without solving real problems? Today’s episode with Ryan Schreiber, a leader in AI and machine learning for logistics, digs into what AI means beyond the buzzwords, why most companies today are only seeing incremental and not transformational value, and what’s holding them back…

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1251. #TFCP - Owning Trucks vs. Owning Relationships: A Trucker’s Shift to Freight Sales! 45:14

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by Sage (Erik Larson), a logistics veteran with over 20 years in the industry, from owner-operator to SPI agent. He shares how the 2008 recession nearly took him out and how his decision to go all-in on freight brokerage reshaped everything. We talk about the grind, working to master the over-dimensional niche, buildi…

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1250. #TFCP - The Future of Truck Parking: Rewards, Partnerships, and Real Driver Benefits! 34:04

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Today, we’ll discuss solving the truck parking crisis at a national level and scaling authentic brand content in trucking with our returning guest, Reed Loustalot of the Truck Parking Club! Reed shares how their consistent content strategy has driven massive growth, earning hundreds of millions of impressions, and how authenticity has powered their…

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1249. #TFCP - Freight in Flux: Trade Peace and Broker Transparency Pushback!? 31:10

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Where is the freight market heading, and how are the current economic trends shaping it? Today, let’s break down the latest spot market conditions, the recent economic indicators impacting freight volumes, and some of the challenges in business development during a market downturn! Whether you're a carrier, broker, or shipper, this episode’s insigh…

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1248. #TFCP - Data-Driven Distribution: Optimizing Nationwide Shipping for High-Value Freight! 33:22

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If you're into final mile logistics, LTL freight, or operations management, listen to this episode with Andrew Rodriguez of Harvey to hear his practical insights and strategies! Andrew highlights managing high-volume freight and maintaining top-tier customer service with a small team, his journey from freight brokerage into manufacturing operations…

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1247. #TFCP - Women in Trucking: Breaking Barriers and Leading with Impact! 55:13

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Join us today as we’ve got the CEO of Apex Transit Solutions, Marina Ivanov, sharing how they continue navigating the trucking industry’s challenges while building a sustainable business! Marina shares what it’s really like running a family-owned operation, the lessons learned from scaling without outside capital, and how technology, factoring, and…

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1246. #TFCP - The Cost of Complacency: What Happens When Security Fails in Logistics! 31:13

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In this episode, Nick Erdmann of Vectura Risk Management is back for another insightful conversation about protecting high-value freight from the rising cargo theft threats! We dive into the harsh reality of organized cargo theft, why it's more sophisticated than most think, and how escort services are stepping up to protect high-risk shipments lik…

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1245. #TFCP - How Digital Payments Are Changing Trucking Forever! 32:18

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If outdated payment methods are slowing down your operations or costing you money through fraud, you must listen to this episode with Relay Payments’ co-founder, Spencer Barkoff! Spencer shares how they’re modernizing freight payments across the board and reshaping how carriers and brokers handle transactions. Learn more about Relay’s innovations i…

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1244. #TFCP - Freight Forecast + Broker Blueprint: Moves for the Remainder of 2025! 30:20

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Are you keeping up with the shifts in freight, from automation to AI-driven brokers and everything in between? With 95% of broker tasks potentially automated, the focus now is on leveraging technology while keeping the human touch where it matters, customer and carrier experience. Whether it’s investing in automation, tightening up internal process…

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1243. #TFCP - From Invoices to PODs: Where Fraud Hides in Plain Sight! 33:27

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Are you confident your business can identify fraud before it hits your bottom line? How can you tell if an invoice, ID, or rate confirmation is real or AI-generated? You must listen to this conversation with Chad Capooth of Denim! Chad unpacks the alarming rise in sophisticated fraud across the transportation industry, from AI-generated fake docume…

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1242. #TFCP - Fleet Safety Simplified: Why Front-End Protection Is the New Standard! 31:52

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Are you thinking of ways to minimize costly front-end repairs and enhance safety without compromising your truck’s efficiency? In this conversation with Nathan Holt from Ex-Guard, he shares how their journey from a small fabrication shop to an industry leader reshapes truck safety. Their XG-150 guard shows a dramatic reduction in repair costs and d…

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1241. #TFCP - From Warehouse to Living Room: The Art of White-Glove Delivery! 32:00

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Today, Onward Delivery’s CEO and founder, Grafton Elliott, tackles the fragmentation in oversized freight, why brokers remain essential in this evolving space, and what the NMFC code changes mean for large and bulky logistics! Grafton breaks down how Onward’s middleware solution bridges brokers and local carriers' TMS systems without competing with…

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1240. #TFCP - The Freight Founder’s Mindset: How to Think Like a Multi-Business Owner! 30:12

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In this episode, John Kuhlmann, founder and CEO of Heartland Logistics Group, joins us to share how the implementation of new processes and technology contributed to the company’s revenue growth and volume rise! John emphasizes the significance of face-to-face customer engagement, daily sales strategy, attending conferences to build long-term relat…

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1239. #TFCP - Last Call: Is Your Team Ready for the NMFC Code Changes On July 19th?! 31:19

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Are you ready for the NMFC code changes set to roll out on July 19th? Learn more from today’s returning guest, Joe Ohr of NMFTA! Joe shares ClassIT+'s special features, how this platform surpassed expectations and exceeded its initial goal, how it enhances operational efficiencies and improves user experience, and other features, and what brokers a…