Hello from a shipper

Discussion in 'The Welcome Wagon' started by shipper, Sep 30, 2014.

  1. shipper

    shipper Bobtail Member

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    Hello all,

    After reading the site for a while, I've decided to join. I hire carriers to move freight all over the place, and I know how my end works. I figured I'd join and learn about how the driver's end works, and maybe try to explain some of the crazy things shippers may do.
     
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  3. Lesmeister

    Lesmeister Bobtail Member

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  4. shipper

    shipper Bobtail Member

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    Hi Les, there's always someone to blame! Unfortunately there are so many people involved in some freight moves... there's bound to be some miscommunication involved. I think sometimes it's an honest mistake... but certainly other times it's on purpose. And that's where the brokers come in! :biggrin_25523:
     
  5. sailorrick

    sailorrick Bobtail Member

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    Hi, Is it possible you could steer me toward info on how to run a dispatch business from my home? I have been on the road for over 5 years, have trained for years and have been a lease-owner for a large company for years. I'd like to use my experience in the industry to continue working within it but don't want to be on the road any more. Any advice??? Thanks in advance
     
  6. Lesmeister

    Lesmeister Bobtail Member

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    I am still blaming the broker :biggrin_25516:
    Yesterday I've booked a load for one of my drivers and on the RC I have delivery time between 8 am and 11:30 am .
    He got loaded last night and today I've called the broker to let him know he is loaded and tell him to change the phone from the RC for the receiver because is wrong.
    Gave him the eta from my driver and he tells me that I have an appointment for 10 am . He would've called me today and let me know. My driver will be there at 10:30 .


    Landstar agent ?
     
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