My team does not care about new authority, though there are certainly snakes out there who do and will cut rates. You dont want to work with...
Load boards have their uses, thats how you will find your carrier base to begin. But once you find a solid driver who performs well and fits into...
To each his own, I suppose. Your level of service will never be higher than the industry average if you arent selective though. Sounds like you...
You need to find reliable drivers that can haul for you repeatedly and then get their input. You won't get anywhere fast just going 100% off load...
Do research. Figure out how much it will cost you to get the loads moved, and then add whatever you need to stay afloat. Industry standards are...
If you think you have it under control then go about your business. Just be wary of this industry - it can be very rewarding and friendly, but can...
It is all about who you know, you're right about that -- you can skip through alot of "grunt work" if you have quick access to shippers with good...
You are correct, there are solo dispatchers who handle several o/os and can find them loads... but even they will use brokers to find loads for...
You are describing a dispatcher, not a marketer... O/Os deal with brokers so they have access to loads they otherwise wouldnt have access to.
Most of these jobs will be completely commission based. Some will offer a base salary and then offer a smaller commission percentage on top of...
I agree with these other guys... stay away from CHR, TQL, and the other "big dog" brokerages... they will eat you alive unless you can move big...
Many brokers are experiencing the same problems as carriers right now... we are extended crappy rates during these times too, so a lot of the...
Its a good tool to get a general overview of what the rates are in certain areas. It gives you a range of $/mile and its generally fairly accurate...
Like I said... to each his own...
Taking the load for that rate isnt directly the broker's fault, no... but offering garbage when you can pay a reasonable rate is a pretty crappy...
add another grand it would be ok....
Do not lie. Be honest and straight-forward with everyone you deal with and you'll gain respect a lot quicker, regardless of how desirable your...
The shippers I work with have contracts that include detention ($50/hr after 2hrs), TONU ($250 each), layovers ($250 each) and reconsignment fees...
Sounds like whoever you talked to needs a swift kick in the pants. He will get what's coming to him eventually.
Cowgilrchaser -- First of all, thank you for your service, sir. Words can't express the gratitude and respect you deserve, but just know that you...
