Everything is Logistics Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:34:58 -0500 https://everythingislogistics.com en-us © 2026 Brumleve Brands, LLC yes 3326113b-4381-5545-8e3d-27e30e16040a Blythe (Brumleve) Milligan episodic false A podcast for the thinkers in freight. Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe (Brumleve) Milligan and we're telling the stories behind how your favorite stuff and people get from point A to B.  

Industry topics include freight, logistics, transportation, maritime, warehousing, intermodal, and trucking along with the intersection of technology and the attention economy. 

132k downloads and rated as a top 5% podcast out of all industries and growing. Follow along to stay curious and become a better thinker in freight. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) blythe brumleve milligan, everything is logistics, logistics technology, attention economy, freight, logistics, supply chain, digital dispatch, cargorex, freight tech, AI, technology Blythe (Brumleve) Milligan https://storage.buzzsprout.com/r23gamg62j2pyld66e1xho1904g6?.jpg Everything is Logistics https://everythingislogistics.com Blythe Brumleve Delivery to Cash: Fixing Freight Invoices Before They Break with Upwell Delivery to Cash: Fixing Freight Invoices Before They Break with Upwell Most logistics companies are holding their back office together with "shoestring and bubble gum." When 25% of your bills get rejected on the first pass, you aren't just dealing with paperwork -- you're dealing with a liquidity crisis.

In this episode, Upwell CEO Charley Dehoney explains how to automate the "messy middle" of the delivery-to-cash process. We dig into why your TMS probably isn't talking to your accounting software and how to get your money out of your customer’s bank account and into yours.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Most logistics companies are holding their back office together with "shoestring and bubble gum." When 25% of your bills get rejected on the first pass, you aren't just dealing with paperwork -- you're dealing with a liquidity crisis.

In this episode, Upwell CEO Charley Dehoney explains how to automate the "messy middle" of the delivery-to-cash process. We dig into why your TMS probably isn't talking to your accounting software and how to get your money out of your customer’s bank account and into yours.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe (Brumleve) Milligan Buzzsprout-18779405 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500 1590 Freight Tech, Logistics Accounting, Back Office Automation, Freight Brokerage, AI in Logistics, Cash Flow, TMS, Supply Chain Liquidity full false Are Bots Booking Freight Yet? Manifest Trend Check with Grace Sharkey Are Bots Booking Freight Yet? Manifest Trend Check with Grace Sharkey Blythe and Grace Sharkey (Orderful; formerly FreightWaves) break down what everyone’s been talking about coming out of Manifest: agentic AI moving into real workflows, drones/computer vision becoming more practical, freight fraud getting more coordinated, and why “end-to-end visibility” still isn’t end-to-end (spoiler: carrier adoption and execution still run the show).

The gist (what we cover):

  • Agentic AI: not just demos—people are pushing it into rate negotiation and booking workflows
  • The uncomfortable question: what happens to brokerage models when humans aren’t the bottleneck?
  • Drones + computer vision: still early, but moving from “cool tech” to real use cases
  • Freight fraud: it’s coordinated—and most companies still fail at the basics
  • Visibility: we keep selling the dream, but execution (and carrier adoption) keeps punching it in the face
  • Quick time-capsule: what 2016 taught us, what 2026 is repeating, and why insurance keeps winning

Timestamps / chapters (approx):

  • 00:00 – Intro + Grace joins
  • 04:35 – Agentic AI: what’s real vs what’s marketing
  • 10:10 – What this changes for brokers and carriers
  • 15:25 – Drones + computer vision
  • 17:30 – Fraud: why basic controls still matter
  • 25:40 – Visibility + ocean integrity
  • 31:40 – 2016 vs 2026: the industry memory test
  • 39:50 – Wrap-up + Manifest Europe note


Watch this episode on YouTube


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe and Grace Sharkey (Orderful; formerly FreightWaves) break down what everyone’s been talking about coming out of Manifest: agentic AI moving into real workflows, drones/computer vision becoming more practical, freight fraud getting more coordinated, and why “end-to-end visibility” still isn’t end-to-end (spoiler: carrier adoption and execution still run the show).

The gist (what we cover):

  • Agentic AI: not just demos—people are pushing it into rate negotiation and booking workflows
  • The uncomfortable question: what happens to brokerage models when humans aren’t the bottleneck?
  • Drones + computer vision: still early, but moving from “cool tech” to real use cases
  • Freight fraud: it’s coordinated—and most companies still fail at the basics
  • Visibility: we keep selling the dream, but execution (and carrier adoption) keeps punching it in the face
  • Quick time-capsule: what 2016 taught us, what 2026 is repeating, and why insurance keeps winning

Timestamps / chapters (approx):

  • 00:00 – Intro + Grace joins
  • 04:35 – Agentic AI: what’s real vs what’s marketing
  • 10:10 – What this changes for brokers and carriers
  • 15:25 – Drones + computer vision
  • 17:30 – Fraud: why basic controls still matter
  • 25:40 – Visibility + ocean integrity
  • 31:40 – 2016 vs 2026: the industry memory test
  • 39:50 – Wrap-up + Manifest Europe note


Watch this episode on YouTube


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe (Brumleve) Milligan Buzzsprout-18709498 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 2643 manifest conference, logistics trends, supply chain trends, freight brokerage, agentic ai, ai in logistics, freight tech, transportation technology, cargo theft, freight fraud, supply chain security, visibility, shipment visibility, predictive visibility, full false We Rebuilt CargoRex for People Who Don’t Know What to Search We Rebuilt CargoRex for People Who Don’t Know What to Search CargoRex.io 2.0 is live and this isn’t a paint job. It’s a rebuild around how people actually research logistics tech when they don’t know what to search for yet.

In this episode, I break down what changed, why it changed, and how to use CargoRex to move from “I think we have a problem” to “here’s the shortlist and the questions we need to ask.”

What’s inside:

-- A redesigned site built for faster discovery (not endless scrolling)

-- A revamped search model: broad-match exploration + tighter category paths

-- 3 live Buying Guides (with more coming): LogTech Implementation, Buying a TMS, and Visibility

-- A stronger company listing page: integrations, associations, awards, news, white papers, case studies, and more

-- Save-and-export Lists (CSV) so your research isn’t trapped in browser tabs

-- Logged-in dashboards that separate your activity from what’s trending site-wide

-- New contributor submissions so operators, consultants, and creators can add real-world lessons to the guides

If you’ve got a logistics-adjacent business, claim your listing (free), fill it out, and make it easier for the right buyers to find you. And if you’re researching tools, use the lead form on listings so companies can see the signal that CargoRex is driving the conversation.


Watch this episode on YouTube

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> CargoRex.io 2.0 is live and this isn’t a paint job. It’s a rebuild around how people actually research logistics tech when they don’t know what to search for yet.

In this episode, I break down what changed, why it changed, and how to use CargoRex to move from “I think we have a problem” to “here’s the shortlist and the questions we need to ask.”

What’s inside:

-- A redesigned site built for faster discovery (not endless scrolling)

-- A revamped search model: broad-match exploration + tighter category paths

-- 3 live Buying Guides (with more coming): LogTech Implementation, Buying a TMS, and Visibility

-- A stronger company listing page: integrations, associations, awards, news, white papers, case studies, and more

-- Save-and-export Lists (CSV) so your research isn’t trapped in browser tabs

-- Logged-in dashboards that separate your activity from what’s trending site-wide

-- New contributor submissions so operators, consultants, and creators can add real-world lessons to the guides

If you’ve got a logistics-adjacent business, claim your listing (free), fill it out, and make it easier for the right buyers to find you. And if you’re researching tools, use the lead form on listings so companies can see the signal that CargoRex is driving the conversation.


Watch this episode on YouTube

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe (Brumleve) Milligan Buzzsprout-18649277 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 1975 full false Why Logistics Tech Rollouts Fail (and How to Fix Them) | Nate Johnson, GLCS Why Logistics Tech Rollouts Fail (and How to Fix Them) | Nate Johnson, GLCS Everyone loves a shiny demo. Nobody wants to talk about the messy middle: implementation. That’s where budgets blow up, timelines slip, and teams quietly blame the software.

Nate Johnson (CEO of GLCS) joins Blythe Milligan to break down what actually makes logistics tech rollouts work.

  • The first question teams skip: “Why are you buying this?”
  • Why “go-live” is not the same thing as success
  • The hidden costs that show up after the subscription fee
  • Why training and documentation decide adoption
  • Integrations, EDI, and why “it should connect” is usually a lie
  • AI in logistics: what’s real, what’s marketing, and what buyers should demand


Links:


Watch the video version here.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Everyone loves a shiny demo. Nobody wants to talk about the messy middle: implementation. That’s where budgets blow up, timelines slip, and teams quietly blame the software.

Nate Johnson (CEO of GLCS) joins Blythe Milligan to break down what actually makes logistics tech rollouts work.

  • The first question teams skip: “Why are you buying this?”
  • Why “go-live” is not the same thing as success
  • The hidden costs that show up after the subscription fee
  • Why training and documentation decide adoption
  • Integrations, EDI, and why “it should connect” is usually a lie
  • AI in logistics: what’s real, what’s marketing, and what buyers should demand


Links:


Watch the video version here.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-18593345 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 6530 logistics technology, tech implementation, TMS, EDI, systems integration, vendor selection, change management, transportation IT, AI in logistics, freight operations full false Why Most Podcasts Stall: Consistency, Completion Rate, Better Packaging Why Most Podcasts Stall: Consistency, Completion Rate, Better Packaging 4.6 million podcasts exist. Only a tiny slice stay active. The difference isn’t gear or luck. It’s whether you respect the listener’s attention (and measure it).

In this episode, I’m joined by my husband (and longtime podcaster) Badr Milligan to recap what we learned at Podfest Orlando and how to apply it to your company’s show.

Takeaways:

  • Track completion rate (aka average consumption). It tells you what’s working way faster than download counts.
  • Fix your first minute. Say what the listener will get, then get to it.
  • Stop “one recording, everywhere” thinking. Audio and video need different context and editing.
  • Consistency is a moat. Most shows quit. That’s the opportunity.
  • Build diehard fans you can identify and activate, not a random pile of downloads.

Fav quote from the episode: “It’s never been easier to make content, but now you have to make the editorial choice of what you’re going to produce, and why?”

Links: 


Watch this episode on YouTube 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> 4.6 million podcasts exist. Only a tiny slice stay active. The difference isn’t gear or luck. It’s whether you respect the listener’s attention (and measure it).

In this episode, I’m joined by my husband (and longtime podcaster) Badr Milligan to recap what we learned at Podfest Orlando and how to apply it to your company’s show.

Takeaways:

  • Track completion rate (aka average consumption). It tells you what’s working way faster than download counts.
  • Fix your first minute. Say what the listener will get, then get to it.
  • Stop “one recording, everywhere” thinking. Audio and video need different context and editing.
  • Consistency is a moat. Most shows quit. That’s the opportunity.
  • Build diehard fans you can identify and activate, not a random pile of downloads.

Fav quote from the episode: “It’s never been easier to make content, but now you have to make the editorial choice of what you’re going to produce, and why?”

Links: 


Watch this episode on YouTube 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe (Brumleve) Milligan Buzzsprout-18572815 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500 3968 podfest 2026, jax podcasters united, badr milligan, podcast tips, podcast strategy 2026 full false Cold Calls, Tight Lanes, and Government Freight with Garrett Bowers Cold Calls, Tight Lanes, and Government Freight with Garrett Bowers Cold calls. Tight lanes. Government freight.

In this episode, I’m talking with Garrett Bowers, owner of Bowers Trucking and an SPI Logistics agency owner, about what it takes to build a steadier carrier business when the market is doing what it always does.

We get into why he swears by early-morning prospecting, how he thinks about tighter lanes and saying “no” to the wrong freight, and what changes when you stop treating sales like something you do only when you’re panicking.

Then we go into the rabbit hole most carriers ignore: government freight. Garrett breaks down how he found opportunities around Tinker Air Force Base, what the Defense Logistics Agency actually does, and the practical first steps to get started (yes, SAM.gov is involved). Plus, the kind of freight that makes for a great story later, including hauling the Air Force One staircase.

What we cover:
 ▪ Why early cold calls work
 ▪ How to choose lanes that keep trucks moving
 ▪ Government freight basics: where to start and what to expect
 ▪ The operational standard required for military shipments


Watch this episode on YouTube

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Cold calls. Tight lanes. Government freight.

In this episode, I’m talking with Garrett Bowers, owner of Bowers Trucking and an SPI Logistics agency owner, about what it takes to build a steadier carrier business when the market is doing what it always does.

We get into why he swears by early-morning prospecting, how he thinks about tighter lanes and saying “no” to the wrong freight, and what changes when you stop treating sales like something you do only when you’re panicking.

Then we go into the rabbit hole most carriers ignore: government freight. Garrett breaks down how he found opportunities around Tinker Air Force Base, what the Defense Logistics Agency actually does, and the practical first steps to get started (yes, SAM.gov is involved). Plus, the kind of freight that makes for a great story later, including hauling the Air Force One staircase.

What we cover:
 ▪ Why early cold calls work
 ▪ How to choose lanes that keep trucks moving
 ▪ Government freight basics: where to start and what to expect
 ▪ The operational standard required for military shipments


Watch this episode on YouTube

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe (Brumleve) Milligan Buzzsprout-18536030 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500 4799 bowers trucking, freight agent, freight broker cold calling, spi logistics full false Inside the Manifest Content Engine with Tanzil Uddin Inside the Manifest Content Engine with Tanzil Uddin If you’ve ever wondered how a massive industry event like Manifest manages to feel timely, relevant, and most importantly useful, this is the episode for you. I’m sitting down with Tanzil Uddin, SVP of Content and Partnerships, to peel back the curtain on how they build a world-class agenda without falling into the vendor karaoke trap.

Tanzil explains the listening tour strategy that begins almost a year in advance, where the team interviews dozens of shippers and industry leaders to identify the real world friction points in the supply chain. We discuss how they balance long term trends like AI and automation with sudden, disruptive headlines like new tariffs or geopolitical shifts. Tanzil also shares his advice for anyone looking to get on stage, emphasizing that Manifest isn't looking for product pitches. They’re looking for high level use cases and collaborative solutions.

Whether you’re a first time attendee looking to navigate the Venetian or a seasoned logistics pro curious about how the industry's biggest conversations are curated, Tanzil breaks it all down with a focus on practical value over hype.

What we cover:

  • The Research Phase: How Tanzil’s team uses a listening tour to gather intel directly from shippers and manufacturers.
  • Agility in Content: Why the Manifest agenda is never truly final until the weeks leading up to the show to ensure it reflects current market conditions.
  • The No Sales Rule: Tanzil explains the strict vetting process that keeps product demos off the stage and puts problem-solving front and center.
  • Speaker Criteria: What the content team looks for in a moderator and why diversity of thought is non negotiable for their panels.
  • Mastering the Manifest App: How to use the 30 day window before the show to build a strategic battle plan and avoid the dreaded hallway FOMO.


Watch this interview on YouTube


Links: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> If you’ve ever wondered how a massive industry event like Manifest manages to feel timely, relevant, and most importantly useful, this is the episode for you. I’m sitting down with Tanzil Uddin, SVP of Content and Partnerships, to peel back the curtain on how they build a world-class agenda without falling into the vendor karaoke trap.

Tanzil explains the listening tour strategy that begins almost a year in advance, where the team interviews dozens of shippers and industry leaders to identify the real world friction points in the supply chain. We discuss how they balance long term trends like AI and automation with sudden, disruptive headlines like new tariffs or geopolitical shifts. Tanzil also shares his advice for anyone looking to get on stage, emphasizing that Manifest isn't looking for product pitches. They’re looking for high level use cases and collaborative solutions.

Whether you’re a first time attendee looking to navigate the Venetian or a seasoned logistics pro curious about how the industry's biggest conversations are curated, Tanzil breaks it all down with a focus on practical value over hype.

What we cover:

  • The Research Phase: How Tanzil’s team uses a listening tour to gather intel directly from shippers and manufacturers.
  • Agility in Content: Why the Manifest agenda is never truly final until the weeks leading up to the show to ensure it reflects current market conditions.
  • The No Sales Rule: Tanzil explains the strict vetting process that keeps product demos off the stage and puts problem-solving front and center.
  • Speaker Criteria: What the content team looks for in a moderator and why diversity of thought is non negotiable for their panels.
  • Mastering the Manifest App: How to use the 30 day window before the show to build a strategic battle plan and avoid the dreaded hallway FOMO.


Watch this interview on YouTube


Links: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Milligan Buzzsprout-18498565 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500 3229 Supply Chain Events, Logistics Content, Manifest Vegas, Industry Networking, Event Curation, Freight Tech Strategy. full false Tariffs, Tugs, & Icebreakers: Surviving the Maritime Mess Tariffs, Tugs, & Icebreakers: Surviving the Maritime Mess In the finale of our Best of 2025 series, we’re highlighting the modes and legalities that usually stay "out of sight, out of mind." We start with Jason Aristides of Open Tug, who is bringing tech to the 12,000 miles of US inland waterways. Then, maritime law expert Lauren Beagen joins us to break down the residual effects of the 2025 port labor strikes and the new Office of Shipbuilding. We wrap up with Grace Sharkey, diving into the "Icebreaker Race" in the Arctic and the shady reality of celebrity private label brands.


Key Takeaways:  

  • Why barges are 85% greener than trucks (and 70% cheaper). 
  • The truth about the "Hub and Spoke" model in carrier alliances. 
  • How the US is falling behind in Arctic "chess" with only two functional icebreakers. 


Timestamps:

  • 03:50 – Open Tug: Standardizing the River System 
  • 39:51 – Port Strikes & Automation 
  • 1:39:51 – The Polar Silk Road & Arctic Shipping 
  • 2:09:49 – The Private Label Paradox


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In the finale of our Best of 2025 series, we’re highlighting the modes and legalities that usually stay "out of sight, out of mind." We start with Jason Aristides of Open Tug, who is bringing tech to the 12,000 miles of US inland waterways. Then, maritime law expert Lauren Beagen joins us to break down the residual effects of the 2025 port labor strikes and the new Office of Shipbuilding. We wrap up with Grace Sharkey, diving into the "Icebreaker Race" in the Arctic and the shady reality of celebrity private label brands.


Key Takeaways:  

  • Why barges are 85% greener than trucks (and 70% cheaper). 
  • The truth about the "Hub and Spoke" model in carrier alliances. 
  • How the US is falling behind in Arctic "chess" with only two functional icebreakers. 


Timestamps:

  • 03:50 – Open Tug: Standardizing the River System 
  • 39:51 – Port Strikes & Automation 
  • 1:39:51 – The Polar Silk Road & Arctic Shipping 
  • 2:09:49 – The Private Label Paradox


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Milligan Buzzsprout-18458954 Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500 9591 InlandWaterways, MaritimeLaw, Icebreakers, Private Label full false South America’s Mega Ports & The Future of Drone Delivery [best-of-2025] South America’s Mega Ports & The Future of Drone Delivery [best-of-2025] It’s birthday week at Everything is Logistics! To celebrate, we’re digging into the vault to cover the heavy hitters: Janet Labuta explains why "importing is not for cowards," Kevin Lawton drops a truth bomb on why 90% of warehouses are still manual, Grace Sharkey helps us navigate the hype of delivery drones, and we take a deep dive into the booming infrastructure of South America.

  • Key Takeaways: 
    • Why AI is the only way to stay ahead of Customs and Border Protection.
    • The psychological and financial barriers to warehouse automation.
    • The "Great Rerouting": How China is bypassing global choke points.
  • Timestamps:
    • 04:09 – Janet Labuta on Customs & Compliance
    • 1:10:29 – Kevin Lawton on Robotics Hype vs. Reality
    • 1:36:30 – Grace Sharkey on Drone Logistics
    • 2:06:17 – South American Mega Ports & Infrastructure

Watch the video versions of these episodes:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> It’s birthday week at Everything is Logistics! To celebrate, we’re digging into the vault to cover the heavy hitters: Janet Labuta explains why "importing is not for cowards," Kevin Lawton drops a truth bomb on why 90% of warehouses are still manual, Grace Sharkey helps us navigate the hype of delivery drones, and we take a deep dive into the booming infrastructure of South America.

  • Key Takeaways: 
    • Why AI is the only way to stay ahead of Customs and Border Protection.
    • The psychological and financial barriers to warehouse automation.
    • The "Great Rerouting": How China is bypassing global choke points.
  • Timestamps:
    • 04:09 – Janet Labuta on Customs & Compliance
    • 1:10:29 – Kevin Lawton on Robotics Hype vs. Reality
    • 1:36:30 – Grace Sharkey on Drone Logistics
    • 2:06:17 – South American Mega Ports & Infrastructure

Watch the video versions of these episodes:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Milligan Buzzsprout-18458858 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500 11198 Global Trade, Warehouse Automation, Drone Logistics, South American Infrastructure full false Your Logistics Marketing & Sales Playbook from 2025 Your Logistics Marketing & Sales Playbook from 2025 Ready to adjust your messaging to earn new business and better business? In this special 'best of' edition, we're cutting through the noise to bring you your favorite, most impactful marketing and sales-themed episodes. No fluff, no fakery—just what's working right now for the thinkers in freight.

You can binge this one over the holidays for ideas and inspiration to refine your strategy for the new year.

In this episode, we revisit five key conversations:

  1. The Supply Chain is the Product: A solo episode on how to stop selling shipments and start selling your entire supply chain journey as a competitive advantage. Starts at 5:35-minute mark.
  2. TMSA Study Deep Dive: Grace Sharkey joins the show to unpack the surprising data from the Transportation Marketing & Sales Association on what's really happening in our industry—from budgets and sales quotas to the tools marketers are actually using. Starts at 36-minute mark.
  3. The Best Reddit Freight Sales Tips: We scoured the freight broker subreddit for years to find the most valuable, unconventional, and effective sales tactics that are getting people in the door. Starts at 1:47:24-minute mark.
  4. How Marketers Are Actually Using AI: Moving past the hype to discuss the smart AI tools that work when you put them into practice right now. Starts at 2:25:44-minute mark.
  5. A Modern Marketer's Guide to SEO: A masterclass on navigating SEO, AEO, and GEO in the age of AI, finding low-hanging fruit, and answering the question: "should you even be blogging anymore?" Starts at 2:56:15-minute mark.

Whether you're looking for high-tech digital strategies or fundamental tactics that are making a comeback, this episode is packed with useful takeaways to fuel your 2025 planning. 


Watch the video versions of these episodes on YouTube: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Ready to adjust your messaging to earn new business and better business? In this special 'best of' edition, we're cutting through the noise to bring you your favorite, most impactful marketing and sales-themed episodes. No fluff, no fakery—just what's working right now for the thinkers in freight.

You can binge this one over the holidays for ideas and inspiration to refine your strategy for the new year.

In this episode, we revisit five key conversations:

  1. The Supply Chain is the Product: A solo episode on how to stop selling shipments and start selling your entire supply chain journey as a competitive advantage. Starts at 5:35-minute mark.
  2. TMSA Study Deep Dive: Grace Sharkey joins the show to unpack the surprising data from the Transportation Marketing & Sales Association on what's really happening in our industry—from budgets and sales quotas to the tools marketers are actually using. Starts at 36-minute mark.
  3. The Best Reddit Freight Sales Tips: We scoured the freight broker subreddit for years to find the most valuable, unconventional, and effective sales tactics that are getting people in the door. Starts at 1:47:24-minute mark.
  4. How Marketers Are Actually Using AI: Moving past the hype to discuss the smart AI tools that work when you put them into practice right now. Starts at 2:25:44-minute mark.
  5. A Modern Marketer's Guide to SEO: A masterclass on navigating SEO, AEO, and GEO in the age of AI, finding low-hanging fruit, and answering the question: "should you even be blogging anymore?" Starts at 2:56:15-minute mark.

Whether you're looking for high-tech digital strategies or fundamental tactics that are making a comeback, this episode is packed with useful takeaways to fuel your 2025 planning. 


Watch the video versions of these episodes on YouTube: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Milligan Buzzsprout-18429001 Tue, 30 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500 13252 logistics marketing, freight marketing, freight sales, logistics sales, b2b marketing, SEO, supply chain marketing full false Best-Of Space Logistics, Economic Opportunities, and Building the New Silk Road Best-Of Space Logistics, Economic Opportunities, and Building the New Silk Road 2025 has been a massive year for the final frontier, and it honestly feels like the new Wild West of freight. We’re recapping the biggest milestones—from Jared Isaacman being named NASA Administrator to the historic month where we had more launches than days in the month.

In this episode, we’re diving into the inspiration behind the American space industry with two of my favorite conversations:

If you’ve ever thought space was just for astronauts, this episode is for you. We’re moving past the "mythos" and looking at the very real logistics of building an off-world economy.


More links from the episode: 


Check Out More Space Logistics Episodes


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> 2025 has been a massive year for the final frontier, and it honestly feels like the new Wild West of freight. We’re recapping the biggest milestones—from Jared Isaacman being named NASA Administrator to the historic month where we had more launches than days in the month.

In this episode, we’re diving into the inspiration behind the American space industry with two of my favorite conversations:

If you’ve ever thought space was just for astronauts, this episode is for you. We’re moving past the "mythos" and looking at the very real logistics of building an off-world economy.


More links from the episode: 


Check Out More Space Logistics Episodes


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Milligan Buzzsprout-18403383 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500 9294 space logistics, silk road, full false The Freight Agency Blueprint: Technology, Relationships, and the Origin of SPI Logistics The Freight Agency Blueprint: Technology, Relationships, and the Origin of SPI Logistics In this special "Best-Of" compilation,  I’ve mashed up four powerhouse conversations into one episode to give you the ultimate blueprint for building a successful freight agency.

We aren't just talking theory; we are connecting the dots between the vision, the tech, the sales strategy, and the culture required to win in this market.

In this episode, we break down:

  1. The Vision: How the agent model was invented to solve a specific problem.
  2. The Engine: How technology must enable—not replace—human process.
  3. The Execution: How successful agents actually win business in a tough market.
  4. The Culture: Why relationships and "soft skills" still trump automation.

Whether you are thinking about making the jump from W2 to 1099, or you just want to scale your current book of business, this is the masterclass you need.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this special "Best-Of" compilation,  I’ve mashed up four powerhouse conversations into one episode to give you the ultimate blueprint for building a successful freight agency.

We aren't just talking theory; we are connecting the dots between the vision, the tech, the sales strategy, and the culture required to win in this market.

In this episode, we break down:

  1. The Vision: How the agent model was invented to solve a specific problem.
  2. The Engine: How technology must enable—not replace—human process.
  3. The Execution: How successful agents actually win business in a tough market.
  4. The Culture: Why relationships and "soft skills" still trump automation.

Whether you are thinking about making the jump from W2 to 1099, or you just want to scale your current book of business, this is the masterclass you need.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Milligan Buzzsprout-18359143 Tue, 16 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500 12141 spi logistics, freight agent, full false The Business Case for Paranoia: Best-Of Cargo Crime & Fraud Prevention The Business Case for Paranoia: Best-Of Cargo Crime & Fraud Prevention In this best-of episode of Everything is Logistics, we’re building the business case for healthy paranoia in freight. I’m pulling together clips from past conversations with Jonathan Ryan (Overhaul), Reid Clements (Highway), and Mark Funk & Shivrani Narayan (SPI Logistics), plus a breakdown with Grace Sharkey (Orderful) on the current state of cargo crime. From fake carriers and spoofed identities to food-and-beverage loads that “disappear” into the market, this is the stuff that quietly nukes margins while everyone argues over rates.

This episode walks through how fraud actually happens on the ground, what the red flags look like inside your TMS and inbox, and what the best teams are doing to shut it down before a load ever hits the road.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why identity is the real battleground in freight fraud—and how a $300 fake MC can wreck your quarter.
  • How shippers, brokers, and carriers are using data from telematics, ELDs, and IoT devices to spot sketchy activity in real time.
  • What cargo crime looks like at the agent level: carrier vetting, distress loads, and “oh no” moments that could’ve been prevented.
  • Why thieves are shifting hard into food, beverage, and other “easily consumed” loads—and what that means for your contracts and processes.
  • Practical steps to tighten carrier selection, build better response playbooks, and protect both freight and drivers.

If you touch freight in any way—shipper, broker, carrier, 3PL, agent—this is your reminder that trust is not a strategy. Paranoia, on the other hand, might just save your freight budget.


Watch the video version of these episodes over on YouTube. 


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this best-of episode of Everything is Logistics, we’re building the business case for healthy paranoia in freight. I’m pulling together clips from past conversations with Jonathan Ryan (Overhaul), Reid Clements (Highway), and Mark Funk & Shivrani Narayan (SPI Logistics), plus a breakdown with Grace Sharkey (Orderful) on the current state of cargo crime. From fake carriers and spoofed identities to food-and-beverage loads that “disappear” into the market, this is the stuff that quietly nukes margins while everyone argues over rates.

This episode walks through how fraud actually happens on the ground, what the red flags look like inside your TMS and inbox, and what the best teams are doing to shut it down before a load ever hits the road.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why identity is the real battleground in freight fraud—and how a $300 fake MC can wreck your quarter.
  • How shippers, brokers, and carriers are using data from telematics, ELDs, and IoT devices to spot sketchy activity in real time.
  • What cargo crime looks like at the agent level: carrier vetting, distress loads, and “oh no” moments that could’ve been prevented.
  • Why thieves are shifting hard into food, beverage, and other “easily consumed” loads—and what that means for your contracts and processes.
  • Practical steps to tighten carrier selection, build better response playbooks, and protect both freight and drivers.

If you touch freight in any way—shipper, broker, carrier, 3PL, agent—this is your reminder that trust is not a strategy. Paranoia, on the other hand, might just save your freight budget.


Watch the video version of these episodes over on YouTube. 


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Milligan Buzzsprout-18320245 Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500 8357 best of, cargo crime, freight fraud full false The Top Phrases Searched on CargoRex The Top Phrases Searched on CargoRex Our sister company CargoRex has been monitoring the keywords users are anonymously searching for on the site so in this episode, we’re breaking down what those phrases are.  

What You’ll Learn

This episode breaks down five months of anonymized CargoRex search data to show what logistics buyers actually look for — and where companies are failing to show up.

Key Points

  • The top search terms on CargoRex (visibility tools, TMS, freight audit, CDL schools, and company-specific queries).
  • Where searches get zero clicks and what that reveals about missing listings, bad keywords, or weak profiles.
  • How profile completeness, verification, categories, and tags determine your ranking in the directory.
  • Why CargoRex is becoming a research destination with lists and CSV exports to use for AI-powered analysis.
  • How this data gives companies market intelligence and a clearer path to showing up for real buyer intent.

Watch this episode on YouTube

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Our sister company CargoRex has been monitoring the keywords users are anonymously searching for on the site so in this episode, we’re breaking down what those phrases are.  

What You’ll Learn

This episode breaks down five months of anonymized CargoRex search data to show what logistics buyers actually look for — and where companies are failing to show up.

Key Points

  • The top search terms on CargoRex (visibility tools, TMS, freight audit, CDL schools, and company-specific queries).
  • Where searches get zero clicks and what that reveals about missing listings, bad keywords, or weak profiles.
  • How profile completeness, verification, categories, and tags determine your ranking in the directory.
  • Why CargoRex is becoming a research destination with lists and CSV exports to use for AI-powered analysis.
  • How this data gives companies market intelligence and a clearer path to showing up for real buyer intent.

Watch this episode on YouTube

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-18280729 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500 3782 cargorex full false What a Shipper Wants [best-of] What a Shipper Wants [best-of] In today's show, we’re bringing back some of the best interviews from industry thought leaders to create a mashup you can listen to over time. That way, if you want a crash course in what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 


Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 What a Shipper Wants with The Produce Industry Podcast

19:49 Study Reveals Marketing Ideas That Shippers Won’t Hate

37:36 Shipper Explains What He Wished He Knew Before Working With a 3PL

43:53 The Logistics of Calypso Lemonade

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today's show, we’re bringing back some of the best interviews from industry thought leaders to create a mashup you can listen to over time. That way, if you want a crash course in what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 


Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 What a Shipper Wants with The Produce Industry Podcast

19:49 Study Reveals Marketing Ideas That Shippers Won’t Hate

37:36 Shipper Explains What He Wished He Knew Before Working With a 3PL

43:53 The Logistics of Calypso Lemonade

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Milligan Buzzsprout-18215220 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500 4308 best of full false BTS of Shipping New CargoRex Updates BTS of Shipping New CargoRex Updates Building a logistics search engine sounded cute… right up until I was elbows-deep in dev tickets, spam signups, and 2,000+ business listings.

In this behind-the-scenes episode of Everything is Logistics, I’m breaking down what we’ve actually shipped on CargoRex over the last six months, why the site has been such a giant pain in the ass (in a good way), and what Plus and Premium members get for their money.

What we cover:

  • What CargoRex actually is: a search engine for logistics associations, tech, creators, services, and events so you stop guessing on what tools and communities deserve your time.  
  • How the new listing manager works so your CargoRex profile can act like a one-page website for your company.  
  • Verification badges, quarterly update reminders, and a rebuilt search engine that finally doesn’t suck.  
  • Why we added categories like tariffs tools, CDL schools, and space logistics--and how they’re curated from drivers, practitioners, and the freight nerds already in this community.  
  • The not-so-fun part: spam and fraud protection, email/domain verification, and keeping the data clean enough to actually trust.  
  • A breakdown of the Free, Plus, and Premium plans, including page-level analytics, lead-gen forms, promo campaigns across Everything is Logistics, and upcoming panel spots for Premium members.  
  • Why I kept CargoRex bootstrapped, how I’m funding it through the podcast and Digital Dispatch, and how your feedback is shaping the roadmap.


Who this episode is for:

  • Freight tech founders and marketing teams who want another distribution channel that isn’t just “yet another website rebuild.”  
  • Associations, media, and creators who want their work found by the right logistics audience.  
  • Buyers and operators who are tired of random LinkedIn DMs and just want a clean place to research vendors, events, and content.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Building a logistics search engine sounded cute… right up until I was elbows-deep in dev tickets, spam signups, and 2,000+ business listings.

In this behind-the-scenes episode of Everything is Logistics, I’m breaking down what we’ve actually shipped on CargoRex over the last six months, why the site has been such a giant pain in the ass (in a good way), and what Plus and Premium members get for their money.

What we cover:

  • What CargoRex actually is: a search engine for logistics associations, tech, creators, services, and events so you stop guessing on what tools and communities deserve your time.  
  • How the new listing manager works so your CargoRex profile can act like a one-page website for your company.  
  • Verification badges, quarterly update reminders, and a rebuilt search engine that finally doesn’t suck.  
  • Why we added categories like tariffs tools, CDL schools, and space logistics--and how they’re curated from drivers, practitioners, and the freight nerds already in this community.  
  • The not-so-fun part: spam and fraud protection, email/domain verification, and keeping the data clean enough to actually trust.  
  • A breakdown of the Free, Plus, and Premium plans, including page-level analytics, lead-gen forms, promo campaigns across Everything is Logistics, and upcoming panel spots for Premium members.  
  • Why I kept CargoRex bootstrapped, how I’m funding it through the podcast and Digital Dispatch, and how your feedback is shaping the roadmap.


Who this episode is for:

  • Freight tech founders and marketing teams who want another distribution channel that isn’t just “yet another website rebuild.”  
  • Associations, media, and creators who want their work found by the right logistics audience.  
  • Buyers and operators who are tired of random LinkedIn DMs and just want a clean place to research vendors, events, and content.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Milligan Buzzsprout-18207187 Tue, 18 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500 2924 cargorex full false Freight Agent Finance: Red Flags, Margins, Taxes + AI That Actually Works Freight Agent Finance: Red Flags, Margins, Taxes + AI That Actually Works SPI Logistics CFO James Lemon joins to cut through the noise on agent and brokerage finances in a tough market. We cover the real signals your brokerage is in trouble, what healthy margins look like now, how to set up your money from day one as an agent, and where AI is actually paying off (hint: 42% of SPI invoices now auto-approve without a human).

You’ll learn:
 — The first red flag: carriers calling about late pay—what it really means for your book of business
 — How slipping “days to pay” crushes carrier trust on DAT/Truckstop and pushes you back to the spot market
 — Today’s margin reality (8–30%), why 15–18% is harder, and what to target
 — W2 vs. agent life: taxes, cash-flow risk, and the simple system to avoid the “surprise” tax bill
 — The overlooked first-year expenses (and the bare-minimum tech setup that won’t choke under load)
 — Why a 30–60 day cash cushion matters when customers and vendor onboarding drag
 — AI that’s worth it: document imaging, scheduling, and keeping a human in the loop
 — What shippers now expect: real-time visibility, API/EDI ties, and proof you’re fighting fraud
 — Conferences and ROI: how one five-minute tool can pay for the trip
 — 2026 outlook: why disruption favors prepared agents who keep relationships tight and processes sharp

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> SPI Logistics CFO James Lemon joins to cut through the noise on agent and brokerage finances in a tough market. We cover the real signals your brokerage is in trouble, what healthy margins look like now, how to set up your money from day one as an agent, and where AI is actually paying off (hint: 42% of SPI invoices now auto-approve without a human).

You’ll learn:
 — The first red flag: carriers calling about late pay—what it really means for your book of business
 — How slipping “days to pay” crushes carrier trust on DAT/Truckstop and pushes you back to the spot market
 — Today’s margin reality (8–30%), why 15–18% is harder, and what to target
 — W2 vs. agent life: taxes, cash-flow risk, and the simple system to avoid the “surprise” tax bill
 — The overlooked first-year expenses (and the bare-minimum tech setup that won’t choke under load)
 — Why a 30–60 day cash cushion matters when customers and vendor onboarding drag
 — AI that’s worth it: document imaging, scheduling, and keeping a human in the loop
 — What shippers now expect: real-time visibility, API/EDI ties, and proof you’re fighting fraud
 — Conferences and ROI: how one five-minute tool can pay for the trip
 — 2026 outlook: why disruption favors prepared agents who keep relationships tight and processes sharp

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Milligan Buzzsprout-18164315 Tue, 11 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500 3236 spi logistics, freight agent, finance tips, logistics, full false $13B Halloween Supply Chains, China’s Rare-Earth Grip, and Should You Even Start a Podcast? $13B Halloween Supply Chains, China’s Rare-Earth Grip, and Should You Even Start a Podcast? In a special episode of Freight Friends, Grace and Blythe dress up in style to discuss the Halloween supply chain, conference ROI, and logistics podcasts along with diving deep into the rare earth mineral supply chain that impacts everyone, including Le Creuset cookware. 


Links from the show:


Watch the live version of this episode: https://youtube.com/live/5ATXb50-FcA


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In a special episode of Freight Friends, Grace and Blythe dress up in style to discuss the Halloween supply chain, conference ROI, and logistics podcasts along with diving deep into the rare earth mineral supply chain that impacts everyone, including Le Creuset cookware. 


Links from the show:


Watch the live version of this episode: https://youtube.com/live/5ATXb50-FcA


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Milligan Buzzsprout-18127338 Tue, 04 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500 7239 freight friends, halloween, rare earth minerals, le creuset, conference ROI full false The Speed of Sports Logistics with Fanatics VP of Operations The Speed of Sports Logistics with Fanatics VP of Operations In sports merch, the clock is the boss. Fanatics SVP of Operations Wayne “Skip” Lee walks through a hot-market playbook where championship buzz turns into next-morning deliveries

We hear about sunrise delivery in the winning city and why the first 72 hours/7 days decide the season’s biggest sales. Skip breaks down how they stage inventory, make halftime calls on what to print and where to ship, and use AI to set size curves, place inventory, and block bad customizations before they hit a press. 


Takeaways:

  • Why “speed is the product” is an operating metric, not a motto
  • The hot-market window: 72 hours → 7 days that drive outsized revenue
  • How sunrise delivery works and when it’s worth the cost
  • Network design that beats distance (local presses, nearshore partners)
  • Halftime adjustments as real-time ops: re-printing, re-routing, redeploying
  • Where AI actually helps: size curves, placement, and QC before print
  • The fate of “loser merch” and lessons for responsible excess inventory


Links mentioned:



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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In sports merch, the clock is the boss. Fanatics SVP of Operations Wayne “Skip” Lee walks through a hot-market playbook where championship buzz turns into next-morning deliveries

We hear about sunrise delivery in the winning city and why the first 72 hours/7 days decide the season’s biggest sales. Skip breaks down how they stage inventory, make halftime calls on what to print and where to ship, and use AI to set size curves, place inventory, and block bad customizations before they hit a press. 


Takeaways:

  • Why “speed is the product” is an operating metric, not a motto
  • The hot-market window: 72 hours → 7 days that drive outsized revenue
  • How sunrise delivery works and when it’s worth the cost
  • Network design that beats distance (local presses, nearshore partners)
  • Halftime adjustments as real-time ops: re-printing, re-routing, redeploying
  • Where AI actually helps: size curves, placement, and QC before print
  • The fate of “loser merch” and lessons for responsible excess inventory


Links mentioned:



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-18076425 Tue, 28 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400 2046 fanatics, sports logistics, source to porch full false Hiring Trends in Logistics with Jake Brown of Brown & Pierce Consulting Hiring Trends in Logistics with Jake Brown of Brown & Pierce Consulting Hiring is one of the hardest parts of running a logistics company, and Jake Brown has built his career solving that problem. 

As Managing Partner at Brown & Pierce Consulting, Jake brings his experience from the Marine Corps and manufacturing recruitment to the world of freight, helping logistics companies find and retain the people who drive their business forward. 

Recorded live at the Florida Supply Chain Summit, this conversation covers what is really going on in the freight job market, what makes a great hire, and how recruiters are navigating the balance between authenticity and AI.

Key takeaways:

  • Why authentic human connection still wins in a world full of AI-generated job posts.
  • The roles in logistics that are hardest to fill and where the pay is rising fastest.
  • How federal rate cuts could signal the next hiring boom in transportation.
  • What makes a “safe hire” versus a transformational one.
  • Why soft skills matter as much as technical ability in leadership roles.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Hiring is one of the hardest parts of running a logistics company, and Jake Brown has built his career solving that problem. 

As Managing Partner at Brown & Pierce Consulting, Jake brings his experience from the Marine Corps and manufacturing recruitment to the world of freight, helping logistics companies find and retain the people who drive their business forward. 

Recorded live at the Florida Supply Chain Summit, this conversation covers what is really going on in the freight job market, what makes a great hire, and how recruiters are navigating the balance between authenticity and AI.

Key takeaways:

  • Why authentic human connection still wins in a world full of AI-generated job posts.
  • The roles in logistics that are hardest to fill and where the pay is rising fastest.
  • How federal rate cuts could signal the next hiring boom in transportation.
  • What makes a “safe hire” versus a transformational one.
  • Why soft skills matter as much as technical ability in leadership roles.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-18001618 Tue, 21 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400 1600 full false How Florida East Coast Railway Keeps Freight Moving from Jacksonville to Miami How Florida East Coast Railway Keeps Freight Moving from Jacksonville to Miami From the Keys to the coastlines, Florida’s logistics legacy runs on rails, and few know that better than Spencer Jury, Director of Domestic Intermodal at Florida East Coast Railway. 

In this episode, recorded live at the Florida Supply Chain Summit, Spencer shares how FEC connects Florida’s freight economy, the company’s 1800s origins with Henry Flagler, and how technology and awareness are shaping the future of intermodal shipping.

He and Blythe discuss everything from hurricane-proof infrastructure to the modern rail fan community, keeping the Sunshine Express spirit alive.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> From the Keys to the coastlines, Florida’s logistics legacy runs on rails, and few know that better than Spencer Jury, Director of Domestic Intermodal at Florida East Coast Railway. 

In this episode, recorded live at the Florida Supply Chain Summit, Spencer shares how FEC connects Florida’s freight economy, the company’s 1800s origins with Henry Flagler, and how technology and awareness are shaping the future of intermodal shipping.

He and Blythe discuss everything from hurricane-proof infrastructure to the modern rail fan community, keeping the Sunshine Express spirit alive.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17999581 Tue, 14 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400 1666 full false Building Resilient Freight Brokerages with Krystina Booker Building Resilient Freight Brokerages with Krystina Booker When freight gets tough, the toughest lean into resilience. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Krystina Booker, Founder of Booker Transport Solutions, shares her journey from launching her own brokerage to navigating challenges with grit, creativity, and purpose. Her perspective blends business savvy with a personal mission to make the industry more sustainable for brokers, carriers, and shippers alike.

Key takeaways:

  • Why resilience is a critical skill for building a freight business
  • How Booker Transport Solutions approaches broker-carrier relationships
  • Lessons learned from starting a brokerage in a volatile market
  • The role of trust, transparency, and adaptability in long-term growth


LINKS: 


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> When freight gets tough, the toughest lean into resilience. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Krystina Booker, Founder of Booker Transport Solutions, shares her journey from launching her own brokerage to navigating challenges with grit, creativity, and purpose. Her perspective blends business savvy with a personal mission to make the industry more sustainable for brokers, carriers, and shippers alike.

Key takeaways:

  • Why resilience is a critical skill for building a freight business
  • How Booker Transport Solutions approaches broker-carrier relationships
  • Lessons learned from starting a brokerage in a volatile market
  • The role of trust, transparency, and adaptability in long-term growth


LINKS: 


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17937784 Tue, 07 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400 2964 full false Breaking Down Roadside Repairs with Alex Bezzubets of myMechanic Breaking Down Roadside Repairs with Alex Bezzubets of myMechanic When a truck breaks down, time isn’t just money. It’s survival. Fleets lose thousands for every day a vehicle is sidelined, while drivers are left frustrated and in the dark. That’s the reality Alex Bezzubets, Founder and CEO of myMechanic, set out to fix.

In this episode, Alex shares how myMechanic is tackling the technician shortage, cutting wasted calls, and giving fleets, drivers, and service providers the real-time coordination they’ve been missing.

Key takeaways:

  • Roadside downtime can cost fleets thousands per day, making response speed critical.
  • myMechanic eliminates up to 90% of the phone calls typically required during a breakdown.
  • Fleets, drivers, and mechanics see the same updates, photos, and approvals in real time.
  • The platform is agnostic, connecting providers and fleets without bias or ownership conflicts.
  • Connectivity, not just technician supply, is the real bottleneck in roadside repairs.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> When a truck breaks down, time isn’t just money. It’s survival. Fleets lose thousands for every day a vehicle is sidelined, while drivers are left frustrated and in the dark. That’s the reality Alex Bezzubets, Founder and CEO of myMechanic, set out to fix.

In this episode, Alex shares how myMechanic is tackling the technician shortage, cutting wasted calls, and giving fleets, drivers, and service providers the real-time coordination they’ve been missing.

Key takeaways:

  • Roadside downtime can cost fleets thousands per day, making response speed critical.
  • myMechanic eliminates up to 90% of the phone calls typically required during a breakdown.
  • Fleets, drivers, and mechanics see the same updates, photos, and approvals in real time.
  • The platform is agnostic, connecting providers and fleets without bias or ownership conflicts.
  • Connectivity, not just technician supply, is the real bottleneck in roadside repairs.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17823684 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3425 full false Freight Law Without the Legalese: Matthew Leffler on Contracts, Claims, and Courtroom Lessons Freight Law Without the Legalese: Matthew Leffler on Contracts, Claims, and Courtroom Lessons What happens when a trucking kid grows up to become the industry’s “Armchair Attorney”? Matthew Leffler is a third-generation trucking professional turned lawyer who has made it his mission to explain freight’s most complicated legal battles in plain English. 

From nuclear verdicts to AB5 fallout, broker transparency fights to chassis choice rulings—he translates court cases into actionable strategies carriers and brokers can actually use. If you’ve ever felt lost in the legal jargon but know your business depends on getting it right, this conversation is for you.

Key takeaways:

  • Broker transparency debates will reshape contracts, workflows, and margins.
  • Carriers can mitigate nuclear verdict risks by controlling safety and documentation.
  • AB5 compliance requires pragmatic playbooks for carriers and owner-operators.
  • Chassis choice rulings are a rare legal win, lowering costs for motor carriers.
  • Non-compete clauses often stifle careers more than they protect brokerages.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> What happens when a trucking kid grows up to become the industry’s “Armchair Attorney”? Matthew Leffler is a third-generation trucking professional turned lawyer who has made it his mission to explain freight’s most complicated legal battles in plain English. 

From nuclear verdicts to AB5 fallout, broker transparency fights to chassis choice rulings—he translates court cases into actionable strategies carriers and brokers can actually use. If you’ve ever felt lost in the legal jargon but know your business depends on getting it right, this conversation is for you.

Key takeaways:

  • Broker transparency debates will reshape contracts, workflows, and margins.
  • Carriers can mitigate nuclear verdict risks by controlling safety and documentation.
  • AB5 compliance requires pragmatic playbooks for carriers and owner-operators.
  • Chassis choice rulings are a rare legal win, lowering costs for motor carriers.
  • Non-compete clauses often stifle careers more than they protect brokerages.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17797199 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400 4840 full false Freight Friends: AI Agents, Returns, and Private Label Power Plays Freight Friends: AI Agents, Returns, and Private Label Power Plays From AI agents that negotiate contracts to the surprising world of private-label branding, this month’s Freight Friends covers the big shifts shaping logistics right now. Blythe and Grace Sharkey break down Grace’s experience at the Change event, the rise of HappyRobot and other AI-driven workflows, the state of reverse logistics, and how private-label strategies are influencing everything from Costco to Meghan Markle’s failed brand.


Key takeaways:

  • Supply chain executives at the Change event are prioritizing education and AI readiness.
  • AI adoption is slowing in some areas, but practical agents like HappyRobot are gaining traction.
  • Reverse logistics is becoming a bigger operational challenge for retailers and manufacturers.
  • Private label strategies separate brand failures from retail giants like Costco.
  • Marketing plays, community spotlights, and Source-to-Porch stories keep freight creative and human.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> From AI agents that negotiate contracts to the surprising world of private-label branding, this month’s Freight Friends covers the big shifts shaping logistics right now. Blythe and Grace Sharkey break down Grace’s experience at the Change event, the rise of HappyRobot and other AI-driven workflows, the state of reverse logistics, and how private-label strategies are influencing everything from Costco to Meghan Markle’s failed brand.


Key takeaways:

  • Supply chain executives at the Change event are prioritizing education and AI readiness.
  • AI adoption is slowing in some areas, but practical agents like HappyRobot are gaining traction.
  • Reverse logistics is becoming a bigger operational challenge for retailers and manufacturers.
  • Private label strategies separate brand failures from retail giants like Costco.
  • Marketing plays, community spotlights, and Source-to-Porch stories keep freight creative and human.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17852529 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400 7130 full false From Rail Roots to Leading IANA From Rail Roots to Leading IANA Anne Reinke didn’t plan on leaving the Transportation Intermediaries Association, but when the longtime IANA leader retired after more than two decades, she received an offer she couldn’t refuse. With a lifelong passion for rail and deep experience at CSX and TIA, Anne stepped into the role of President and CEO of the Intermodal Association of North America.

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Anne shares how she hit the ground running with a listening tour of IANA’s membership, her vision for elevating the association’s profile, and the key policy issues she’s prioritizing in Washington. She also breaks down the often-overlooked benefits of intermodal and why it deserves more attention from shippers and policymakers alike.

Key takeaways:

  • Anne’s career path from CSX to TIA prepared her to lead IANA.
  • A nationwide listening tour is shaping IANA’s strategy and member priorities.
  • Intermodal’s complexity often hides its cost and sustainability advantages.
  • Advocacy efforts focus on labor, infrastructure, and independent contractor protections.
  • IANA is working to boost awareness and build trust in intermodal.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Anne Reinke didn’t plan on leaving the Transportation Intermediaries Association, but when the longtime IANA leader retired after more than two decades, she received an offer she couldn’t refuse. With a lifelong passion for rail and deep experience at CSX and TIA, Anne stepped into the role of President and CEO of the Intermodal Association of North America.

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Anne shares how she hit the ground running with a listening tour of IANA’s membership, her vision for elevating the association’s profile, and the key policy issues she’s prioritizing in Washington. She also breaks down the often-overlooked benefits of intermodal and why it deserves more attention from shippers and policymakers alike.

Key takeaways:

  • Anne’s career path from CSX to TIA prepared her to lead IANA.
  • A nationwide listening tour is shaping IANA’s strategy and member priorities.
  • Intermodal’s complexity often hides its cost and sustainability advantages.
  • Advocacy efforts focus on labor, infrastructure, and independent contractor protections.
  • IANA is working to boost awareness and build trust in intermodal.


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17780308 Tue, 09 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3527 full false Shipium’s Jason Murray on Delivery Promises, Multi-Carrier Playbooks, and Agentic AI Shipium’s Jason Murray on Delivery Promises, Multi-Carrier Playbooks, and Agentic AI Jason Murray—CEO & co-founder of Shipium and 19-year Amazon vet—joins Everything Is Logistics to unpack what really moves the needle for shippers: accurate delivery promises, multi-carrier execution, and where AI agents add real value today. 

We get into the “coordination layer” most retailers are missing across OMS/WMS/TMS, building a digital twin of your network, and why faster can actually be cheaper when your method mix and lanes are modeled correctly. Favorite line: Shipium’s role is a “super-sophisticated calculator” for decisions the human brain (and spreadsheets) simply can’t keep up with.

Key takeaways

  • The coordination gap is costly. Most enterprises make siloed decisions in OMS/WMS; the win is a horizontal optimizer that weighs transportation, inventory, and cost together. 
  • Promise precision beats blanket speed. Customers want confidence in “by Thursday,” not generic “2-day.” Model ship dates and probability of arrival—and constantly backtest your predictions. 
  • Digital twins drive smarter choices. Shipium models lanes, cutoffs, and costs in real time to choose carrier/method, where to ship from, and what to promise. 
  • AI agents = productivity multipliers. Early wins: a “what happened to this shipment?” chat workflow, and agents watching network signals (the old Amazon “little red button”) to trigger reroutes. 
  • Money on the table. Method optimization and delivery-promise installs have driven multi-million-dollar annual savings for large retailers. 


LINKS:


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Jason Murray—CEO & co-founder of Shipium and 19-year Amazon vet—joins Everything Is Logistics to unpack what really moves the needle for shippers: accurate delivery promises, multi-carrier execution, and where AI agents add real value today. 

We get into the “coordination layer” most retailers are missing across OMS/WMS/TMS, building a digital twin of your network, and why faster can actually be cheaper when your method mix and lanes are modeled correctly. Favorite line: Shipium’s role is a “super-sophisticated calculator” for decisions the human brain (and spreadsheets) simply can’t keep up with.

Key takeaways

  • The coordination gap is costly. Most enterprises make siloed decisions in OMS/WMS; the win is a horizontal optimizer that weighs transportation, inventory, and cost together. 
  • Promise precision beats blanket speed. Customers want confidence in “by Thursday,” not generic “2-day.” Model ship dates and probability of arrival—and constantly backtest your predictions. 
  • Digital twins drive smarter choices. Shipium models lanes, cutoffs, and costs in real time to choose carrier/method, where to ship from, and what to promise. 
  • AI agents = productivity multipliers. Early wins: a “what happened to this shipment?” chat workflow, and agents watching network signals (the old Amazon “little red button”) to trigger reroutes. 
  • Money on the table. Method optimization and delivery-promise installs have driven multi-million-dollar annual savings for large retailers. 


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17759213 Tue, 02 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3666 full false Freight Fraud Action Plan for Agents Freight Fraud Action Plan for Agents Freight fraud is one of the biggest threats facing independent brokers today, and many agents are left without a playbook for how to respond. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe talks with Mark Funk and Shiv Narayan of SPI Logistics about building an action plan to protect agents, their customers, and their carriers. From red flags to response strategies, this conversation lays out the steps every agent should know.

Key takeaways: 

  • Why freight fraud is escalating and what makes agents vulnerable. 
  • The most common fraud tactics used against brokers and carriers. 
  • How SPI equips agents with tools and processes to fight back. 
  • The role of culture, training, and communication in prevention. 
  • What agents should do immediately when they suspect fraud.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL VIDEO HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Freight fraud is one of the biggest threats facing independent brokers today, and many agents are left without a playbook for how to respond. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe talks with Mark Funk and Shiv Narayan of SPI Logistics about building an action plan to protect agents, their customers, and their carriers. From red flags to response strategies, this conversation lays out the steps every agent should know.

Key takeaways: 

  • Why freight fraud is escalating and what makes agents vulnerable. 
  • The most common fraud tactics used against brokers and carriers. 
  • How SPI equips agents with tools and processes to fight back. 
  • The role of culture, training, and communication in prevention. 
  • What agents should do immediately when they suspect fraud.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL VIDEO HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17705891 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3564 full false Freight Friends: Tech Mergers, Logistics SEO, and Market Shifts Freight Friends: Tech Mergers, Logistics SEO, and Market Shifts Mergers and acquisitions are reshaping the logistics tech landscape. In this episode of Freight Friends, Blythe and Grace Sharkey unpack what recent deals mean for the industry, how SEO strategies are shifting under AI pressure, and what freight markets could look like in the coming months. They also explore the ripple effects for carriers, shippers, and the tech companies caught in the middle. 

Key takeaways: 

  • Tech consolidation is reshaping how freight companies compete and collaborate. 
  • SEO strategies in logistics are changing fast with AI and shifting consumer behavior. 
  • Carriers and shippers are feeling the pressure of an uncertain second half of 2025. 
  • Market moves today will set the tone for 2026 freight demand and technology adoption.


LINKS:


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Mergers and acquisitions are reshaping the logistics tech landscape. In this episode of Freight Friends, Blythe and Grace Sharkey unpack what recent deals mean for the industry, how SEO strategies are shifting under AI pressure, and what freight markets could look like in the coming months. They also explore the ripple effects for carriers, shippers, and the tech companies caught in the middle. 

Key takeaways: 

  • Tech consolidation is reshaping how freight companies compete and collaborate. 
  • SEO strategies in logistics are changing fast with AI and shifting consumer behavior. 
  • Carriers and shippers are feeling the pressure of an uncertain second half of 2025. 
  • Market moves today will set the tone for 2026 freight demand and technology adoption.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17683836 Tue, 19 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400 2319 full false Building CargoRex’s Associations Hub: Who It’s For and What It Solves Building CargoRex’s Associations Hub: Who It’s For and What It Solves This solo episode of Everything is Logistics pulls back the curtain on CargoRex’s new Associations directory—why we built it, who it serves, and how to use it to find the right freight, logistics, and supply chain associations for your goals.

You’ll hear the product decisions behind the category (taxonomy, search, and selection criteria), the problems it solves for busy operators, and a simple workflow to turn a membership into a pipeline. Plus, how you can suggest an association, claim your listing, and what’s coming next in the CargoRex roadmap.

Key takeaways:

  • The problem: association info is scattered, outdated, and hard to compare.
  • The build: a clean index of freight/logistics associations with filters that match how pros evaluate membership.
  • The win: faster discovery, better fit, clearer ROI on dues and time.
  • How to use it: shortlist, compare perks, plan engagement, measure results.
  • What’s next: more categories, better search, and member playbooks.

“Membership only works if you work it. CargoRex helps you pick smarter and act faster.”

Try it: Head to CargoRex and open the Associations category to search, compare, and submit missing orgs.


LINKS:


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This solo episode of Everything is Logistics pulls back the curtain on CargoRex’s new Associations directory—why we built it, who it serves, and how to use it to find the right freight, logistics, and supply chain associations for your goals.

You’ll hear the product decisions behind the category (taxonomy, search, and selection criteria), the problems it solves for busy operators, and a simple workflow to turn a membership into a pipeline. Plus, how you can suggest an association, claim your listing, and what’s coming next in the CargoRex roadmap.

Key takeaways:

  • The problem: association info is scattered, outdated, and hard to compare.
  • The build: a clean index of freight/logistics associations with filters that match how pros evaluate membership.
  • The win: faster discovery, better fit, clearer ROI on dues and time.
  • How to use it: shortlist, compare perks, plan engagement, measure results.
  • What’s next: more categories, better search, and member playbooks.

“Membership only works if you work it. CargoRex helps you pick smarter and act faster.”

Try it: Head to CargoRex and open the Associations category to search, compare, and submit missing orgs.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17651884 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400 2008 full false Building The New Silk Road in Space with CisLunar Joe Pawelski Building The New Silk Road in Space with CisLunar Joe Pawelski Before we can build a base on the Moon, we need something even more important than astronauts: a supply chain. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we're exploring the "New Silk Road in Space" with Joe Pawelski, CTO and co-founder of CisLunar Industries. 

Joe breaks down how his company is developing the infrastructure to support in-space manufacturing, power systems, and debris recycling—all to make lunar logistics a reality. From turning orbital junk into usable fuel and metal to enabling sustainable lunar operations, this conversation connects the dots between space innovation and real-world logistics strategy. 

We cover: 

  • How the Space Foundry and Power Processing Units (PPUs) enable space-based supply chains 
  • What it takes to build and power a Moon base 
  • Why orbital recycling is more than space cleanup—it’s a new source of fuel and materials 
  • The METAL framework and what it means for lunar logistics infrastructure 
  • What logistics pros on Earth can learn from solving supply chain challenges 240,000 miles away 

Whether you move freight by truck, ship, or spacecraft—this episode delivers.

Listen in and imagine the future where cargo routes don’t stop at the atmosphere.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Before we can build a base on the Moon, we need something even more important than astronauts: a supply chain. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we're exploring the "New Silk Road in Space" with Joe Pawelski, CTO and co-founder of CisLunar Industries. 

Joe breaks down how his company is developing the infrastructure to support in-space manufacturing, power systems, and debris recycling—all to make lunar logistics a reality. From turning orbital junk into usable fuel and metal to enabling sustainable lunar operations, this conversation connects the dots between space innovation and real-world logistics strategy. 

We cover: 

  • How the Space Foundry and Power Processing Units (PPUs) enable space-based supply chains 
  • What it takes to build and power a Moon base 
  • Why orbital recycling is more than space cleanup—it’s a new source of fuel and materials 
  • The METAL framework and what it means for lunar logistics infrastructure 
  • What logistics pros on Earth can learn from solving supply chain challenges 240,000 miles away 

Whether you move freight by truck, ship, or spacecraft—this episode delivers.

Listen in and imagine the future where cargo routes don’t stop at the atmosphere.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17566908 Tue, 05 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3863 full false What It Takes to Build a Driver-First Freight Business What It Takes to Build a Driver-First Freight Business The logistics industry can often feel like a numbers game, but Linda Carrion is here to remind us it’s always been about the people, especially the drivers. 

In this episode, Linda shares how she went from medical assistant to CEO of two freight companies, why her approach to leadership is grounded in empathy, and how local networks like the Propeller Club are changing the business landscape in Jacksonville. 

Whether you’re building a freight business or just trying to hold on during a tough market, Linda’s story offers real talk and practical advice. 

Key takeaways: 

  • The agent model gave Linda the safety net to grow her business without sacrificing independence. 
  • Building trust and transparency with drivers leads to better retention and long-term reliability. 
  • Intermodal operations are anything but cookie-cutter and require constant problem-solving. 
  • Local organizations like the Propeller Club play a critical role in fostering freight community connections.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The logistics industry can often feel like a numbers game, but Linda Carrion is here to remind us it’s always been about the people, especially the drivers. 

In this episode, Linda shares how she went from medical assistant to CEO of two freight companies, why her approach to leadership is grounded in empathy, and how local networks like the Propeller Club are changing the business landscape in Jacksonville. 

Whether you’re building a freight business or just trying to hold on during a tough market, Linda’s story offers real talk and practical advice. 

Key takeaways: 

  • The agent model gave Linda the safety net to grow her business without sacrificing independence. 
  • Building trust and transparency with drivers leads to better retention and long-term reliability. 
  • Intermodal operations are anything but cookie-cutter and require constant problem-solving. 
  • Local organizations like the Propeller Club play a critical role in fostering freight community connections.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17462745 Tue, 29 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3699 full false Freight Friends: Warehouse Drones, Market Shifts, and Logistics Biz Favorites Freight Friends: Warehouse Drones, Market Shifts, and Logistics Biz Favorites Drones are doing a lot more than flying packages. They’re quietly transforming how warehouses operate behind the scenes. 

In this episode of Freight Friends, Grace Sharkey and Blythe explore how drones are being used in logistics operations both inside and outside the warehouse, what the second half of 2025 might look like for freight, and the freight businesses and marketing tactics that have their attention. The episode wraps with a few source-to-porch stories that highlight what really moves this industry. 

Key takeaways: 

  • Indoor drones are helping warehouses reduce injuries and boost productivity without major infrastructure changes 
  • The second half of 2025 may bring more rate instability and seasonal chaos, especially for Q4 retail 
  • Some of the most effective freight marketing right now is low-budget and high-authenticity 
  • Source-to-porch visibility is improving, but expectations and execution still pose challenges


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Drones are doing a lot more than flying packages. They’re quietly transforming how warehouses operate behind the scenes. 

In this episode of Freight Friends, Grace Sharkey and Blythe explore how drones are being used in logistics operations both inside and outside the warehouse, what the second half of 2025 might look like for freight, and the freight businesses and marketing tactics that have their attention. The episode wraps with a few source-to-porch stories that highlight what really moves this industry. 

Key takeaways: 

  • Indoor drones are helping warehouses reduce injuries and boost productivity without major infrastructure changes 
  • The second half of 2025 may bring more rate instability and seasonal chaos, especially for Q4 retail 
  • Some of the most effective freight marketing right now is low-budget and high-authenticity 
  • Source-to-porch visibility is improving, but expectations and execution still pose challenges


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17496983 Tue, 15 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400 6333 full false The Talent Shift Happening in Freight The Talent Shift Happening in Freight What happens when the company you helped grow suddenly shuts down? For Mia Mazel, it sparked the launch of a brand new one, Talento. 

Recorded live at TMSA Elevate in Austin, this conversation with Mia explores her journey from grad student to logistics leader, how she navigated the closure of Sworkz, and how Talento is redefining nearshore staffing with a tech-first mindset. She shares how adversity turned into opportunity, why supply chain pricing teams are ripe for transformation, and how blending AI with human expertise creates smarter operations, not job replacements. 

Key takeaways: 

  • Mia launched Talento just 72 hours after her former company shut down, retaining customers and building new processes on the fly. 
  • Talento provides talent management solutions and AI-powered tools for supply chain companies with a focus on operational simplicity. 
  • Nearshore teams can do far more than customer service, especially in pricing, sales, and data. 
  • Mia aims to act as a partner, not just a service provider, offering guidance even when clients aren’t sure where to start. 
  • Building brand trust means creating a business that can thrive without being dependent on one person.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> What happens when the company you helped grow suddenly shuts down? For Mia Mazel, it sparked the launch of a brand new one, Talento. 

Recorded live at TMSA Elevate in Austin, this conversation with Mia explores her journey from grad student to logistics leader, how she navigated the closure of Sworkz, and how Talento is redefining nearshore staffing with a tech-first mindset. She shares how adversity turned into opportunity, why supply chain pricing teams are ripe for transformation, and how blending AI with human expertise creates smarter operations, not job replacements. 

Key takeaways: 

  • Mia launched Talento just 72 hours after her former company shut down, retaining customers and building new processes on the fly. 
  • Talento provides talent management solutions and AI-powered tools for supply chain companies with a focus on operational simplicity. 
  • Nearshore teams can do far more than customer service, especially in pricing, sales, and data. 
  • Mia aims to act as a partner, not just a service provider, offering guidance even when clients aren’t sure where to start. 
  • Building brand trust means creating a business that can thrive without being dependent on one person.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17435747 Thu, 03 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400 2739 full false AI in the Background, Brokers in Control AI in the Background, Brokers in Control If you're still relying on check calls and spreadsheets to track freight, you're already behind. 

In this episode, Chain’s EVP of Sales, Kevin Coomes, joins the show to break down how his team is building AI-powered tools that make life easier for freight brokers, from exception management to proactive customer communication. We also dig into the origin of Chain, how their Autopilot tool works inside your TMS, and why eliminating noise is the real key to broker productivity. 

Key takeaways: 

  • Most freight brokers still rely on outdated, reactive methods like manual check calls. 
  • Chain uses AI to centralize communication and automate exception management directly inside the TMS. 
  • Autopilot is designed to work in the background, taking care of low-value tasks so brokers can focus on what matters. 
  • Visibility doesn’t just mean tracking freight—it means proactively alerting stakeholders before problems arise. 
  • The freight future is about cleaner data, less busywork, and platforms that help you grow.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> If you're still relying on check calls and spreadsheets to track freight, you're already behind. 

In this episode, Chain’s EVP of Sales, Kevin Coomes, joins the show to break down how his team is building AI-powered tools that make life easier for freight brokers, from exception management to proactive customer communication. We also dig into the origin of Chain, how their Autopilot tool works inside your TMS, and why eliminating noise is the real key to broker productivity. 

Key takeaways: 

  • Most freight brokers still rely on outdated, reactive methods like manual check calls. 
  • Chain uses AI to centralize communication and automate exception management directly inside the TMS. 
  • Autopilot is designed to work in the background, taking care of low-value tasks so brokers can focus on what matters. 
  • Visibility doesn’t just mean tracking freight—it means proactively alerting stakeholders before problems arise. 
  • The freight future is about cleaner data, less busywork, and platforms that help you grow.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17422053 Tue, 01 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3002 full false How to Do Business in Space With Kelli Kedis Ogborn How to Do Business in Space With Kelli Kedis Ogborn What if the final frontier isn’t as far away as it seems? In this episode, Kelli Kedis Ogborn, VP of Space Commerce and Entrepreneurship at the Space Foundation, breaks down how space is no longer just about astronauts and satellites. It’s an economic engine already driving trillions in opportunity. From reusable rockets to orbital infrastructure and venture capital gaps, this conversation explores what it takes to do business beyond Earth. 

Key takeaways: 

  • The global space economy is currently valued at $570B and expected to hit $772B by 2027 
  • 78% of the space economy is driven by commercial activity, not just government spending 
  • Satellites are enabling new markets in insurance, agriculture, and logistics through advanced data 
  • Infrastructure in space needs coordination and standards like refueling stations and docking protocols 
  • Venture capital alone won’t fund the future, so sovereign wealth and patient capital are key to scale


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> What if the final frontier isn’t as far away as it seems? In this episode, Kelli Kedis Ogborn, VP of Space Commerce and Entrepreneurship at the Space Foundation, breaks down how space is no longer just about astronauts and satellites. It’s an economic engine already driving trillions in opportunity. From reusable rockets to orbital infrastructure and venture capital gaps, this conversation explores what it takes to do business beyond Earth. 

Key takeaways: 

  • The global space economy is currently valued at $570B and expected to hit $772B by 2027 
  • 78% of the space economy is driven by commercial activity, not just government spending 
  • Satellites are enabling new markets in insurance, agriculture, and logistics through advanced data 
  • Infrastructure in space needs coordination and standards like refueling stations and docking protocols 
  • Venture capital alone won’t fund the future, so sovereign wealth and patient capital are key to scale


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17380512 Thu, 26 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400 4673 full false The Freight Sales Formula That Still Wins The Freight Sales Formula That Still Wins What does it take to build trust in freight? 

In this episode, recorded live at TMSA Elevate in Austin, Texas, SPI Logistics' CRO Senior Vice President, Mike Mikulik, joins Blythe to share the freight fundamentals that never go out of style, like proving your worth, asking better questions, and why breaking bread still beats fancy tech. 

Whether you're a new broker or a seasoned freight agent, this conversation is full of tried and true insights that can level up your relationship game. 


Key takeaways: 

  • Always start small and prove yourself before trying to win the biggest lanes. 
  • Brokers should understand their customer's supply chain to provide real value. 
  • Empathy and relationship-building still outperform tech during critical moments. 
  • Asking for referrals directly (and consistently) can unlock huge growth. 
  • Freight agents need ongoing education to stay relevant in uncertain markets.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> What does it take to build trust in freight? 

In this episode, recorded live at TMSA Elevate in Austin, Texas, SPI Logistics' CRO Senior Vice President, Mike Mikulik, joins Blythe to share the freight fundamentals that never go out of style, like proving your worth, asking better questions, and why breaking bread still beats fancy tech. 

Whether you're a new broker or a seasoned freight agent, this conversation is full of tried and true insights that can level up your relationship game. 


Key takeaways: 

  • Always start small and prove yourself before trying to win the biggest lanes. 
  • Brokers should understand their customer's supply chain to provide real value. 
  • Empathy and relationship-building still outperform tech during critical moments. 
  • Asking for referrals directly (and consistently) can unlock huge growth. 
  • Freight agents need ongoing education to stay relevant in uncertain markets.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17376621 Tue, 24 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400 2246 full false 5 Things We Learned at TMSA Elevate 2025 5 Things We Learned at TMSA Elevate 2025 What happens when freight’s brightest minds in sales, marketing, and entrepreneurship unpack the biggest shifts in logistics? 

Recorded live at TMSA Elevate 2025, this episode features Charlie Saffro (CS Recruiting), RJ Finnegan (SPI Logistics), and Anthony Pagnotto (Mohawk Global) as they share the biggest takeaways from the conference, including how freight companies are using AI, rethinking branding, and marketing their back office in new ways. 


5 Things We Learned at TMSA Elevate: 

  1. Internal alignment between sales and marketing creates faster wins in slower markets. 
  2. Your back office can be a selling point when shippers care about transparency. 
  3. AI is embedded in daily workflows, but results still depend on human authenticity. 
  4. Long-term relationship building beats speed when it comes to freight sales. 
  5. Community-focused conferences like TMSA promote collaboration, even among competitors.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> What happens when freight’s brightest minds in sales, marketing, and entrepreneurship unpack the biggest shifts in logistics? 

Recorded live at TMSA Elevate 2025, this episode features Charlie Saffro (CS Recruiting), RJ Finnegan (SPI Logistics), and Anthony Pagnotto (Mohawk Global) as they share the biggest takeaways from the conference, including how freight companies are using AI, rethinking branding, and marketing their back office in new ways. 


5 Things We Learned at TMSA Elevate: 

  1. Internal alignment between sales and marketing creates faster wins in slower markets. 
  2. Your back office can be a selling point when shippers care about transparency. 
  3. AI is embedded in daily workflows, but results still depend on human authenticity. 
  4. Long-term relationship building beats speed when it comes to freight sales. 
  5. Community-focused conferences like TMSA promote collaboration, even among competitors.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17350677 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3554 full false 6 Things I Learned On a DHL Tour 6 Things I Learned On a DHL Tour What does the future of logistics really look like? In this episode, host Blythe Milligan shares details on her recent behind-the-scenes tour of DHL’s Export Facility and Innovation Center in Chicago. 

From sorting 10,000 packages an hour with only a dozen employees to integrating robotics and generative AI, the tour demonstrates how tech and transparency are reshaping the supply chain. 

This episode truly highlights how one of the world’s largest logistics companies is using automation to drive efficiency and scale. 

Key takeaways: 

  • DHL’s export facility in Chicago can process up to 10,000 packages per hour with just 12 employees on the floor. 
  • Robotics like Robust AI and Boston Dynamics' Spot are already being tested in real-world warehouse environments. 
  • The company is rolling out a global generative AI hub with over 75,000 users across 140 countries. 
  • AI tools now handle customs processing at massive scale, including 35 million customs entries. 
  • New delivery methods like e-bikes from Rytle aim to tackle the challenges of last-mile logistics in dense urban areas.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> What does the future of logistics really look like? In this episode, host Blythe Milligan shares details on her recent behind-the-scenes tour of DHL’s Export Facility and Innovation Center in Chicago. 

From sorting 10,000 packages an hour with only a dozen employees to integrating robotics and generative AI, the tour demonstrates how tech and transparency are reshaping the supply chain. 

This episode truly highlights how one of the world’s largest logistics companies is using automation to drive efficiency and scale. 

Key takeaways: 

  • DHL’s export facility in Chicago can process up to 10,000 packages per hour with just 12 employees on the floor. 
  • Robotics like Robust AI and Boston Dynamics' Spot are already being tested in real-world warehouse environments. 
  • The company is rolling out a global generative AI hub with over 75,000 users across 140 countries. 
  • AI tools now handle customs processing at massive scale, including 35 million customs entries. 
  • New delivery methods like e-bikes from Rytle aim to tackle the challenges of last-mile logistics in dense urban areas.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17292187 Tue, 17 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400 5605 full false Freight Friends Reunion: How Orderful is Shaking Up EDI Freight Friends Reunion: How Orderful is Shaking Up EDI Is EDI broken or just misunderstood? In this reunion episode of Freight Friends, Blythe Brumleve welcomes Grace Sharkey back to the mic to talk about her new role at Orderful, the state of freight media, and why so many companies are still struggling with EDI integrations. 

From customer horror stories to a Christmas Eve miracle involving Walmart, Grace shares why she’s betting big on solving one of freight’s most persistent pain points. 

Key takeaways: 

  • Media experience is a hidden weapon for logistics companies trying to build trust and relevance 
  • Grace’s new role at Orderful focuses on making EDI less painful, faster to implement, and API-friendly 
  • Many brokers delay switching tech out of fear of cost when in reality, it’s the bad setup that’s costing them 
  • Freight tech storytelling needs to focus more on the people using it, not just the software 
  • Orderful is solving a known problem with actual working tech (that’s already saved Christmas at least once)


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Is EDI broken or just misunderstood? In this reunion episode of Freight Friends, Blythe Brumleve welcomes Grace Sharkey back to the mic to talk about her new role at Orderful, the state of freight media, and why so many companies are still struggling with EDI integrations. 

From customer horror stories to a Christmas Eve miracle involving Walmart, Grace shares why she’s betting big on solving one of freight’s most persistent pain points. 

Key takeaways: 

  • Media experience is a hidden weapon for logistics companies trying to build trust and relevance 
  • Grace’s new role at Orderful focuses on making EDI less painful, faster to implement, and API-friendly 
  • Many brokers delay switching tech out of fear of cost when in reality, it’s the bad setup that’s costing them 
  • Freight tech storytelling needs to focus more on the people using it, not just the software 
  • Orderful is solving a known problem with actual working tech (that’s already saved Christmas at least once)


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17300537 Tue, 10 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400 4559 full false The Supply Chain Is the Product The Supply Chain Is the Product Your brand isn’t just your logo or your tagline. It’s your supply chain. 

In this solo episode, Blythe breaks down her recent BBC appearance and expands on a bold new thesis: your supply chain isn’t just a backend function. 

It’s the product. From viral TikToks to luxury handbag knockoffs, this episode explores why today’s buyers are more concerned than ever with the “how” behind their favorite stuff. And why that curiosity is your best marketing tool. 

Key takeaways: 

  • Transparency isn’t just ethical. It’s profitable. 
  • Gen Z and Millennials are fueling resale and sustainability trends. 
  • The rise of TikTok creators is exposing global supply chain truths. 
  • Brands that share sourcing stories earn long-term loyalty.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Your brand isn’t just your logo or your tagline. It’s your supply chain. 

In this solo episode, Blythe breaks down her recent BBC appearance and expands on a bold new thesis: your supply chain isn’t just a backend function. 

It’s the product. From viral TikToks to luxury handbag knockoffs, this episode explores why today’s buyers are more concerned than ever with the “how” behind their favorite stuff. And why that curiosity is your best marketing tool. 

Key takeaways: 

  • Transparency isn’t just ethical. It’s profitable. 
  • Gen Z and Millennials are fueling resale and sustainability trends. 
  • The rise of TikTok creators is exposing global supply chain truths. 
  • Brands that share sourcing stories earn long-term loyalty.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17201944 Tue, 27 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400 2026 full false Research Reveals How Many Marketers Are Using AI Research Reveals How Many Marketers Are Using AI We’ve all heard the hype about AI, but what’s actually happening behind the scenes? 

In this episode, Blythe breaks down two major studies that reveal how marketers are really using AI tools, where they’re struggling, and what’s coming next. If you're trying to figure out what to adopt (and what to ignore), this episode offers a blueprint for smart AI integration without the slop.

Key takeaways: 

  • Only 17% of marketing teams have fully integrated AI into their workflows. 
  • 65% of marketers say research and ideation are still the most time-consuming tasks. 
  • You can use anonymized meeting notes to supercharge FAQ pages and ad campaigns. 
  • Tools like Grok and ChatGPT Projects have helped reduce research time from 6 hours to 2. 
  • AI is best used as a co-pilot, not the sole driver of your content strategy.


Note: In this episode, Blythe references "Gemma" a lot. Like, a lot, a lot. But it's actually GAMMA. Please forgive her mistake and check out their awesome AI for presentation slides here.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> We’ve all heard the hype about AI, but what’s actually happening behind the scenes? 

In this episode, Blythe breaks down two major studies that reveal how marketers are really using AI tools, where they’re struggling, and what’s coming next. If you're trying to figure out what to adopt (and what to ignore), this episode offers a blueprint for smart AI integration without the slop.

Key takeaways: 

  • Only 17% of marketing teams have fully integrated AI into their workflows. 
  • 65% of marketers say research and ideation are still the most time-consuming tasks. 
  • You can use anonymized meeting notes to supercharge FAQ pages and ad campaigns. 
  • Tools like Grok and ChatGPT Projects have helped reduce research time from 6 hours to 2. 
  • AI is best used as a co-pilot, not the sole driver of your content strategy.


Note: In this episode, Blythe references "Gemma" a lot. Like, a lot, a lot. But it's actually GAMMA. Please forgive her mistake and check out their awesome AI for presentation slides here.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17183988 Tue, 20 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400 4220 full false Freight Tech in Real Life: How SPI Logistics Builds for 2025 Freight Tech in Real Life: How SPI Logistics Builds for 2025 Most freight tech stacks are a tangled mess of tools that don’t talk to each other. Ezequiel Peralta, VP of Technology at SPI Logistics, is working to fix that. 

This episode strips away the hype and digs into what it really takes to build functional, secure, and scalable freight systems. Peralta shares how SPI is moving beyond the TMS-first mindset by introducing a flexible integration layer, leveraging AI to reduce email chaos, and automating back-office tasks without sidelining the people who matter most. 

Freight leaders looking to create tech that works for humans, not the other way around, will get a lot out of this one.


Key Takeaways: 

  • Freight tech success depends on modeling your business process before adopting any tool. 
  • SPI Logistics is moving beyond the TMS as the tech stack centerpiece with a dedicated integration layer. 
  • AI tools are only valuable when paired with structured data and business-aligned goals. 
  • Automation is transforming back-office operations, reducing manual tasks for better auditing and analysis. 
  • Everyone—not just IT—must be involved in managing freight fraud and data security.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Most freight tech stacks are a tangled mess of tools that don’t talk to each other. Ezequiel Peralta, VP of Technology at SPI Logistics, is working to fix that. 

This episode strips away the hype and digs into what it really takes to build functional, secure, and scalable freight systems. Peralta shares how SPI is moving beyond the TMS-first mindset by introducing a flexible integration layer, leveraging AI to reduce email chaos, and automating back-office tasks without sidelining the people who matter most. 

Freight leaders looking to create tech that works for humans, not the other way around, will get a lot out of this one.


Key Takeaways: 

  • Freight tech success depends on modeling your business process before adopting any tool. 
  • SPI Logistics is moving beyond the TMS as the tech stack centerpiece with a dedicated integration layer. 
  • AI tools are only valuable when paired with structured data and business-aligned goals. 
  • Automation is transforming back-office operations, reducing manual tasks for better auditing and analysis. 
  • Everyone—not just IT—must be involved in managing freight fraud and data security.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17103330 Tue, 13 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3865 full false Unlocking Freight Capacity on Inland Waterways with OpenTug Unlocking Freight Capacity on Inland Waterways with OpenTug Barges move over 70 percent of U.S. grain and can carry the equivalent of 4,000 truckloads with a single tugboat. Yet this massive freight channel has remained invisible to most supply chains due to outdated systems and zero visibility. 

In this episode, OpenTug CEO Jason Aristides shares how his team is digitizing barge and tug operations with GPS tracking, AI-powered automation, and a modern marketplace experience. By unlocking real-time visibility and booking capabilities, OpenTug is helping shippers tap into a cleaner and more efficient way to move freight across America's 12,000 miles of inland waterways. 


Key takeaways: 

  • Barges are one of the most fuel-efficient and underused freight modes in North America 
  • A single barge move can replace thousands of truckloads with a fraction of the labor 
  • OpenTug brings real-time GPS and predictive ETAs to an industry that ran on email chains 
  • Ports like New Orleans are investing heavily in container barge terminals 
  • More visibility and automation will help eliminate empty miles and reduce emissions


LINKS:


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Barges move over 70 percent of U.S. grain and can carry the equivalent of 4,000 truckloads with a single tugboat. Yet this massive freight channel has remained invisible to most supply chains due to outdated systems and zero visibility. 

In this episode, OpenTug CEO Jason Aristides shares how his team is digitizing barge and tug operations with GPS tracking, AI-powered automation, and a modern marketplace experience. By unlocking real-time visibility and booking capabilities, OpenTug is helping shippers tap into a cleaner and more efficient way to move freight across America's 12,000 miles of inland waterways. 


Key takeaways: 

  • Barges are one of the most fuel-efficient and underused freight modes in North America 
  • A single barge move can replace thousands of truckloads with a fraction of the labor 
  • OpenTug brings real-time GPS and predictive ETAs to an industry that ran on email chains 
  • Ports like New Orleans are investing heavily in container barge terminals 
  • More visibility and automation will help eliminate empty miles and reduce emissions


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17071189 Tue, 06 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400 2315 full false Why Your Routing Guide Is Failing Why Your Routing Guide Is Failing The freight market doesn’t work the way most people think it does, and Chris Caplice is here to explain why. 

As the Chief Scientist at DAT Freight & Analytics and Executive Director of MIT’s FreightLab, Chris has spent years studying the breakdowns in routing guides, the myth of economies of scale, and why AI isn’t a magic bullet for bad freight strategy. 

In this episode, we’re diving deep into how shippers, brokers, and carriers can use benchmarking and dynamic tools to build more resilient freight networks and avoid the common traps in RFP season. 


Key takeaways: 

  • Freight contracts often fail because they’re built around ghost lanes that never move freight. 
  • AI works best when applied to unstructured transportation data, not generic pricing models. 
  • Dynamic routing guides and benchmarking tools help reduce failure points in traditional RFPs. 
  • Economies of scale don’t really exist in truckload—scope and flexibility matter more. 
  • Smart freight strategy comes down to understanding your network’s quirks, not copying someone else’s.


LINKS:



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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The freight market doesn’t work the way most people think it does, and Chris Caplice is here to explain why. 

As the Chief Scientist at DAT Freight & Analytics and Executive Director of MIT’s FreightLab, Chris has spent years studying the breakdowns in routing guides, the myth of economies of scale, and why AI isn’t a magic bullet for bad freight strategy. 

In this episode, we’re diving deep into how shippers, brokers, and carriers can use benchmarking and dynamic tools to build more resilient freight networks and avoid the common traps in RFP season. 


Key takeaways: 

  • Freight contracts often fail because they’re built around ghost lanes that never move freight. 
  • AI works best when applied to unstructured transportation data, not generic pricing models. 
  • Dynamic routing guides and benchmarking tools help reduce failure points in traditional RFPs. 
  • Economies of scale don’t really exist in truckload—scope and flexibility matter more. 
  • Smart freight strategy comes down to understanding your network’s quirks, not copying someone else’s.


LINKS:



WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17061559 Thu, 01 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3700 full false Using Podcasting for Customer Education Using Podcasting for Customer Education Business owner, podcast host, and SPI Logistics freight agent Dave Gulas is back on the show to talk about how he uses podcasting to create content for his customers and leads. By using education, he’s able to stay top of mind and earn future opportunities by delivering value long before the sale. 

From sharing entrepreneurial stories to building lead pipelines, Dave breaks down why consistency is the secret weapon most folks overlook.


Key Takeaways:

  • Podcasting isn’t just for downloads, it’s a long-game strategy for building relationships and trust. 
  • Creating educational content can double as lead generation when you stay consistent. 
  • The best episodes feature real stories of wins, losses, and lessons from entrepreneurs. 
  • Sales today is about storytelling, not cold pitching, and your content is your proof. 
  • Success in podcasting comes from starting scrappy, staying consistent, and learning as you go.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Business owner, podcast host, and SPI Logistics freight agent Dave Gulas is back on the show to talk about how he uses podcasting to create content for his customers and leads. By using education, he’s able to stay top of mind and earn future opportunities by delivering value long before the sale. 

From sharing entrepreneurial stories to building lead pipelines, Dave breaks down why consistency is the secret weapon most folks overlook.


Key Takeaways:

  • Podcasting isn’t just for downloads, it’s a long-game strategy for building relationships and trust. 
  • Creating educational content can double as lead generation when you stay consistent. 
  • The best episodes feature real stories of wins, losses, and lessons from entrepreneurs. 
  • Sales today is about storytelling, not cold pitching, and your content is your proof. 
  • Success in podcasting comes from starting scrappy, staying consistent, and learning as you go.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17052228 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3130 full false How I Used AI to Decode Tariff Chaos How I Used AI to Decode Tariff Chaos Tariff news changes by the hour, and freight pros can’t afford to fall behind. In this solo episode, Blythe shares how she used AI tools to get smart on global trade policy fast and prep for a talk on tariffs with real confidence. 

From building a research system to generating a podcast from her notes, Blythe walks through the AI workflows that helped her synthesize thousands of data points, spot trends, and understand what global trade shifts actually mean for the industry. 

Key takeaways: 

  • Tariff policy is evolving fast, and freight professionals need a plan to keep up 
  • AI tools like Grok, ChatGPT, and NotebookLM help filter, summarize, and structure complex research 
  • Building a central repository of information is key to staying informed and ready to act 
  • AI won’t replace your job, but someone using AI will 
  • Turning research into shareable content helps you become the go-to resource in your niche

Listen to learn how to use AI to understand and explain global trade chaos before it impacts your business.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL VIDEO HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Tariff news changes by the hour, and freight pros can’t afford to fall behind. In this solo episode, Blythe shares how she used AI tools to get smart on global trade policy fast and prep for a talk on tariffs with real confidence. 

From building a research system to generating a podcast from her notes, Blythe walks through the AI workflows that helped her synthesize thousands of data points, spot trends, and understand what global trade shifts actually mean for the industry. 

Key takeaways: 

  • Tariff policy is evolving fast, and freight professionals need a plan to keep up 
  • AI tools like Grok, ChatGPT, and NotebookLM help filter, summarize, and structure complex research 
  • Building a central repository of information is key to staying informed and ready to act 
  • AI won’t replace your job, but someone using AI will 
  • Turning research into shareable content helps you become the go-to resource in your niche

Listen to learn how to use AI to understand and explain global trade chaos before it impacts your business.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL VIDEO HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-17023664 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3620 full false How Tariff Shifts Are Rewriting the E-Commerce Logistics Playbook How Tariff Shifts Are Rewriting the E-Commerce Logistics Playbook From de minimis drama to geopolitical trade shakeups, tariffs are doing more than raising prices, they're forcing a full rewrite of how e-commerce logistics gets done. 

Harshida Acharya, Chief Strategy Officer at Fulfillment IQ and host of the eCOM Logistics Podcast, joins the show to explain what these policy changes really mean for brands. If you’re still relying on one warehouse, one fulfillment model, or one country, consider this your wake-up call.

Key Takeaways:

  • Tariff shifts and de minimis changes are disrupting the global cost structure for e-commerce brands. 
  • Brands overly reliant on Chinese imports or DTC fulfillment models are the most exposed. 
  • U.S. regulatory changes are pushing a long-term shift toward nearshoring and diversified supply chains. 
  • Fulfillment strategy must align with evolving trade rules to remain sustainable. 
  • Strategic investments now will separate the survivors from the reactive.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> From de minimis drama to geopolitical trade shakeups, tariffs are doing more than raising prices, they're forcing a full rewrite of how e-commerce logistics gets done. 

Harshida Acharya, Chief Strategy Officer at Fulfillment IQ and host of the eCOM Logistics Podcast, joins the show to explain what these policy changes really mean for brands. If you’re still relying on one warehouse, one fulfillment model, or one country, consider this your wake-up call.

Key Takeaways:

  • Tariff shifts and de minimis changes are disrupting the global cost structure for e-commerce brands. 
  • Brands overly reliant on Chinese imports or DTC fulfillment models are the most exposed. 
  • U.S. regulatory changes are pushing a long-term shift toward nearshoring and diversified supply chains. 
  • Fulfillment strategy must align with evolving trade rules to remain sustainable. 
  • Strategic investments now will separate the survivors from the reactive.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16984945 Tue, 22 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3101 full false How Logistics Veterans Should Be Thinking About AI with David Bell How Logistics Veterans Should Be Thinking About AI with David Bell AI is being hyped as the magic bullet for supply chains—but what happens when your infrastructure isn’t ready to support it? In this episode, Blythe Brumleve chats with David Bell, CEO of Cloneops.ai, about the cold, hard realities of deploying AI in logistics. From unreliable data pipelines to the complexity of nearshoring, David breaks down what’s broken, what’s fixable, and what’s still wildly misunderstood.

Whether you're trying to optimize costs or just figure out how to prep your backend systems, this episode delivers the technical insights and strategy talk you didn’t know you needed.

Key takeaways:

  • Most companies overestimate their AI readiness due to poor data infrastructure.
  • Nearshoring challenges can be solved, but not without multi-tier supply visibility.
  • AI needs structured, reliable, and real-time data to be effective.
  • Cost optimization often breaks down without proper freight data standardization.
  • Internal champions for AI projects must bridge both tech and ops.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> AI is being hyped as the magic bullet for supply chains—but what happens when your infrastructure isn’t ready to support it? In this episode, Blythe Brumleve chats with David Bell, CEO of Cloneops.ai, about the cold, hard realities of deploying AI in logistics. From unreliable data pipelines to the complexity of nearshoring, David breaks down what’s broken, what’s fixable, and what’s still wildly misunderstood.

Whether you're trying to optimize costs or just figure out how to prep your backend systems, this episode delivers the technical insights and strategy talk you didn’t know you needed.

Key takeaways:

  • Most companies overestimate their AI readiness due to poor data infrastructure.
  • Nearshoring challenges can be solved, but not without multi-tier supply visibility.
  • AI needs structured, reliable, and real-time data to be effective.
  • Cost optimization often breaks down without proper freight data standardization.
  • Internal champions for AI projects must bridge both tech and ops.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16977355 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3005 full false Strong Opinions in Logistics with Jenn Morris Strong Opinions in Logistics with Jenn Morris Many people in logistics shy away from giving their opinions online. But Jennifer Morris founded her company Ship Happens to do the exact opposite–by giving opinions online that help other SMBs from shipping headaches. 

Jenn joins the show to talk about her more than 20 years in logistics, how brokerage sales strategies are different for women, and which logistics company would make for a great reality show.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Many people in logistics shy away from giving their opinions online. But Jennifer Morris founded her company Ship Happens to do the exact opposite–by giving opinions online that help other SMBs from shipping headaches. 

Jenn joins the show to talk about her more than 20 years in logistics, how brokerage sales strategies are different for women, and which logistics company would make for a great reality show.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16924842 Tue, 08 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400 4831 full false Securing Supply Chains in the Era of AI Securing Supply Chains in the Era of AI When AI enters the supply chain, your biggest threat might not be a hacker—it might be a rogue Excel sheet buried deep in your processes. 

In this panel from Manifest, Blythe moderates an insightful discussion with data security leaders on what it really takes to secure supply chains in an AI-powered world. From hallucinating large language models to ecosystem-wide vulnerabilities, this episode is packed with honest perspectives you won’t hear on a sales deck.

Panelists included:

  • Mike Polich, Head of Functional Logistics, Honeywell
  • Mahesh Rajasekharan, President & CEO, Cleo
  • Adam Anderson, Account Management Lead, Crisp

If your data is messy, your AI is useless—and potentially dangerous. This conversation breaks down how to audit internal systems, enforce better access controls, and shift from siloed operations to orchestrated ecosystems ready for intelligent automation.

Key takeaways:

  • Bad data creates costly, invisible risks.
  • Generative AI cannot work without structured and secure data.
  • Most breaches originate from inside your organization.
  • Companies that collaborate securely outperform those that don’t.
  • Supply chain resilience depends on ecosystem-wide visibility and control.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> When AI enters the supply chain, your biggest threat might not be a hacker—it might be a rogue Excel sheet buried deep in your processes. 

In this panel from Manifest, Blythe moderates an insightful discussion with data security leaders on what it really takes to secure supply chains in an AI-powered world. From hallucinating large language models to ecosystem-wide vulnerabilities, this episode is packed with honest perspectives you won’t hear on a sales deck.

Panelists included:

  • Mike Polich, Head of Functional Logistics, Honeywell
  • Mahesh Rajasekharan, President & CEO, Cleo
  • Adam Anderson, Account Management Lead, Crisp

If your data is messy, your AI is useless—and potentially dangerous. This conversation breaks down how to audit internal systems, enforce better access controls, and shift from siloed operations to orchestrated ecosystems ready for intelligent automation.

Key takeaways:

  • Bad data creates costly, invisible risks.
  • Generative AI cannot work without structured and secure data.
  • Most breaches originate from inside your organization.
  • Companies that collaborate securely outperform those that don’t.
  • Supply chain resilience depends on ecosystem-wide visibility and control.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16883182 Tue, 01 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400 2097 full false Port Chaos, Tech Tension, and Tariff Drama with The Maritime Professor Port Chaos, Tech Tension, and Tariff Drama with The Maritime Professor Why does it feel like U.S. ports are stuck in the past while the rest of the world is fully automated? 

This episode with Lauren Beagen—lawyer, founder of The Maritime Professor®, and host of By Land and By Sea—dives into why maritime regulations matter, what tech labor negotiations are really about, and how tariffs are a lot more about vibes than rules. 

From dock safety to global competitiveness, we explore the big-picture forces shaping the future of port operations and maritime shipping. 

Key takeaways: 

• 93% of ports globally are not fully automated, despite the narrative. 
• The FMC’s role is flag-neutral but laser-focused on protecting U.S. importers and exporters. 
• Tariffs are less about policy and more about political posturing. 
• Diversifying ports of entry is critical—but not always feasible due to specialized infrastructure needs. 
• Labor/tech tensions stem from generational divides, safety, and global competitiveness.


LINKS:

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Why does it feel like U.S. ports are stuck in the past while the rest of the world is fully automated? 

This episode with Lauren Beagen—lawyer, founder of The Maritime Professor®, and host of By Land and By Sea—dives into why maritime regulations matter, what tech labor negotiations are really about, and how tariffs are a lot more about vibes than rules. 

From dock safety to global competitiveness, we explore the big-picture forces shaping the future of port operations and maritime shipping. 

Key takeaways: 

• 93% of ports globally are not fully automated, despite the narrative. 
• The FMC’s role is flag-neutral but laser-focused on protecting U.S. importers and exporters. 
• Tariffs are less about policy and more about political posturing. 
• Diversifying ports of entry is critical—but not always feasible due to specialized infrastructure needs. 
• Labor/tech tensions stem from generational divides, safety, and global competitiveness.


LINKS:

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16850903 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3824 full false The $315 Billion Visibility Gap with Rene Alvarenga of Kaleris The $315 Billion Visibility Gap with Rene Alvarenga of Kaleris If you've ever asked “Where’s my container?”—this episode is for you. 

Rene Alvarenga, Senior Director of Product Management at Kaleris, breaks down why visibility is still one of supply chain's biggest unsolved problems. 

Backed by data from a new report with maritime research firm Thetius, this conversation unpacks the massive disconnect between what terminals think they’re delivering and what shippers actually experience.


Key takeaways: 

• 87% of terminals think they offer great visibility—but only 25% of shippers agree. 

• In some regions, vessel ETAs change up to 15 times, causing mass disruption. 

• Most companies only use about 30% of their logistics tech capabilities. 

• Solving for visibility starts by improving your execution—not adding new tools.


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> If you've ever asked “Where’s my container?”—this episode is for you. 

Rene Alvarenga, Senior Director of Product Management at Kaleris, breaks down why visibility is still one of supply chain's biggest unsolved problems. 

Backed by data from a new report with maritime research firm Thetius, this conversation unpacks the massive disconnect between what terminals think they’re delivering and what shippers actually experience.


Key takeaways: 

• 87% of terminals think they offer great visibility—but only 25% of shippers agree. 

• In some regions, vessel ETAs change up to 15 times, causing mass disruption. 

• Most companies only use about 30% of their logistics tech capabilities. 

• Solving for visibility starts by improving your execution—not adding new tools.


LINKS:


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16850578 Tue, 25 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400 1337 full false Fighting Cargo Crime with AI Fighting Cargo Crime with AI Cargo thieves aren’t just stealing freight—they’re outpacing traditional security methods with fraudulent carriers, fake BOLs, and even high-speed heists. 

Cargo theft has surged 50% year-over-year, leaving shippers and brokers scrambling for protection. But while criminals are getting smarter, so is technology. 

On this episode of Everything is Logistics, Jonathan Ryan, CPTO of Overhaul, reveals how AI and machine learning are helping companies prevent theft before it happens. 


Key Takeaways: 

  • Cargo theft is up 50% from 2023 to 2024, with electronics, pharmaceuticals, and food as the biggest targets. 
  • Thieves are forging BOLs mid-transit using mobile printers, allowing them to walk away with shipments undetected. 
  • The Romanian Roll, a high-speed theft method, is now happening in the U.S., putting drivers at greater risk. 
  • Overhaul’s Fraud Watch AI analyzes historical theft data, FMCSA records, and live tracking data to detect risky carriers and suspicious shipments. 
  • Overhaul’s law enforcement network has achieved a 96% recovery rate, with boots on the ground in as little as 10-20 minutes after an incident. 


Listen now to learn how AI-driven fraud detection, real-time load monitoring, and industry intelligence are changing the game for supply chain security.


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Cargo thieves aren’t just stealing freight—they’re outpacing traditional security methods with fraudulent carriers, fake BOLs, and even high-speed heists. 

Cargo theft has surged 50% year-over-year, leaving shippers and brokers scrambling for protection. But while criminals are getting smarter, so is technology. 

On this episode of Everything is Logistics, Jonathan Ryan, CPTO of Overhaul, reveals how AI and machine learning are helping companies prevent theft before it happens. 


Key Takeaways: 

  • Cargo theft is up 50% from 2023 to 2024, with electronics, pharmaceuticals, and food as the biggest targets. 
  • Thieves are forging BOLs mid-transit using mobile printers, allowing them to walk away with shipments undetected. 
  • The Romanian Roll, a high-speed theft method, is now happening in the U.S., putting drivers at greater risk. 
  • Overhaul’s Fraud Watch AI analyzes historical theft data, FMCSA records, and live tracking data to detect risky carriers and suspicious shipments. 
  • Overhaul’s law enforcement network has achieved a 96% recovery rate, with boots on the ground in as little as 10-20 minutes after an incident. 


Listen now to learn how AI-driven fraud detection, real-time load monitoring, and industry intelligence are changing the game for supply chain security.


LINKS:


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16821597 Thu, 20 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400 1917 full false Why 90% of Warehouses Are Still Manual Why 90% of Warehouses Are Still Manual Warehouse robotics is evolving fast, yet 90% of warehouses still don’t use automation. Why? 

Despite the rise of AI, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and drone-based inventory tracking, most operations remain stuck in outdated, manual processes. The real challenge isn’t just cost—it’s about knowledge gaps, change management, and finding the right tech fit. 

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve sits down with Kevin Lawton, host of The New Warehouse Podcast, to break down the biggest barriers preventing robotics adoption in warehousing. From entry-level automation solutions to practical strategies for integrating AI-driven robotics, we explore what’s next for warehouses that want to scale.

Key Topics Covered: 

  • The real reasons why 90% of warehouses haven’t adopted robotics. 
  • Entry-level automation solutions that are accessible right now. 
  • How poor warehouse processes can sabotage automation efforts. 
  • Robots as co-workers: addressing change management challenges. 
  • Hummingbird Systems’ drone picking technology—is this the future? 

"If you automate a bad process, you're just making that bad process happen faster." – Kevin Lawton

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Warehouse robotics is evolving fast, yet 90% of warehouses still don’t use automation. Why? 

Despite the rise of AI, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and drone-based inventory tracking, most operations remain stuck in outdated, manual processes. The real challenge isn’t just cost—it’s about knowledge gaps, change management, and finding the right tech fit. 

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve sits down with Kevin Lawton, host of The New Warehouse Podcast, to break down the biggest barriers preventing robotics adoption in warehousing. From entry-level automation solutions to practical strategies for integrating AI-driven robotics, we explore what’s next for warehouses that want to scale.

Key Topics Covered: 

  • The real reasons why 90% of warehouses haven’t adopted robotics. 
  • Entry-level automation solutions that are accessible right now. 
  • How poor warehouse processes can sabotage automation efforts. 
  • Robots as co-workers: addressing change management challenges. 
  • Hummingbird Systems’ drone picking technology—is this the future? 

"If you automate a bad process, you're just making that bad process happen faster." – Kevin Lawton

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16807757 Tue, 18 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400 1777 full false AI-Powered Freight: How CloneOps Is Changing Broker Operations with Roger Boza AI-Powered Freight: How CloneOps Is Changing Broker Operations with Roger Boza Freight brokers waste hours on missed calls and rate negotiations. What if AI could handle those conversations instantly?

Roger Boza, Chief Technology Advisor at CloneOps, explains how AI-powered voice agents are transforming brokerage operations. From real-time rate negotiations to eliminating phone call bottlenecks, Boza breaks down how AI streamlines freight without replacing human brokers.

Key Topics Covered:

• Agentic AI vs. Automation – What’s the difference?
• AI-powered phone conversations – Faster, more efficient freight booking
• Rate negotiation in real-time – No more missed calls or lost deals
• Keeping brokers in control – How sentiment analysis ensures a human touch
• Security and compliance – Why AI in freight must be trustworthy and scalable

"You don’t go on hold. You don’t get frustrated. AI can negotiate rates in real-time—so brokers and carriers don’t waste time playing phone tag." – Roger Boza

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Freight brokers waste hours on missed calls and rate negotiations. What if AI could handle those conversations instantly?

Roger Boza, Chief Technology Advisor at CloneOps, explains how AI-powered voice agents are transforming brokerage operations. From real-time rate negotiations to eliminating phone call bottlenecks, Boza breaks down how AI streamlines freight without replacing human brokers.

Key Topics Covered:

• Agentic AI vs. Automation – What’s the difference?
• AI-powered phone conversations – Faster, more efficient freight booking
• Rate negotiation in real-time – No more missed calls or lost deals
• Keeping brokers in control – How sentiment analysis ensures a human touch
• Security and compliance – Why AI in freight must be trustworthy and scalable

"You don’t go on hold. You don’t get frustrated. AI can negotiate rates in real-time—so brokers and carriers don’t waste time playing phone tag." – Roger Boza

LINKS:


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16775664 Thu, 13 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400 1704 full false Stopping Freight Fraud with Highway Stopping Freight Fraud with Highway Freight fraud is escalating at an alarming rate. Cargo theft, double brokering, and identity fraud have increased by 500% year over year​, leaving brokers and carriers struggling to stay ahead. 

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve sits down with Reid Clements of Highway to discuss how identity verification technology is preventing fraud before it happens. 


Key Topics: 

  • The biggest fraud threats in freight today 
  • How criminals are buying fake MC numbers for as little as $300 
  • AI-driven fraud, including voice cloning and FMCSA hacks 
  • How Highway’s single sign-on system is eliminating fraud 
  • Real-time risk detection and carrier verification tools 


This conversation is essential for brokers, carriers, and anyone in freight who wants to avoid costly fraud.


LINKS:


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Freight fraud is escalating at an alarming rate. Cargo theft, double brokering, and identity fraud have increased by 500% year over year​, leaving brokers and carriers struggling to stay ahead. 

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve sits down with Reid Clements of Highway to discuss how identity verification technology is preventing fraud before it happens. 


Key Topics: 

  • The biggest fraud threats in freight today 
  • How criminals are buying fake MC numbers for as little as $300 
  • AI-driven fraud, including voice cloning and FMCSA hacks 
  • How Highway’s single sign-on system is eliminating fraud 
  • Real-time risk detection and carrier verification tools 


This conversation is essential for brokers, carriers, and anyone in freight who wants to avoid costly fraud.


LINKS:


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Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16764541 Tue, 11 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400 1415 full false Women Leading Logistics: AI, Innovation, and the Future of Supply Chain Women Leading Logistics: AI, Innovation, and the Future of Supply Chain The logistics industry is changing fast, and women are leading the charge. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe moderates a dynamic panel from Manifest 2025 featuring:


✅ Grace Sharkey (FreightWaves) - Media expert covering supply chain trends 
✅ Oana Jinga (Dexory) - Bringing AI & robotics into warehousing 
✅ Nathalie Lallet (Uber Freight) - Driving tech partnerships in logistics 
✅ Rachel Levy (Brooklinen) - Supply chain executive with decades of experience 

Topics include: 
🔹 AI, automation, and logistics tech 
🔹 The role of women in transforming supply chain 
🔹 Why partnerships drive innovation 
🔹 Career advice for aspiring logistics professionals

LINKS:


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The logistics industry is changing fast, and women are leading the charge. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe moderates a dynamic panel from Manifest 2025 featuring:


✅ Grace Sharkey (FreightWaves) - Media expert covering supply chain trends 
✅ Oana Jinga (Dexory) - Bringing AI & robotics into warehousing 
✅ Nathalie Lallet (Uber Freight) - Driving tech partnerships in logistics 
✅ Rachel Levy (Brooklinen) - Supply chain executive with decades of experience 

Topics include: 
🔹 AI, automation, and logistics tech 
🔹 The role of women in transforming supply chain 
🔹 Why partnerships drive innovation 
🔹 Career advice for aspiring logistics professionals

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16738080 Thu, 06 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0500 2222 full false The Hidden Data Powering Global Logistics – Simon Vandemoortele, CEO of GeoPostCodes The Hidden Data Powering Global Logistics – Simon Vandemoortele, CEO of GeoPostCodes Ever wondered how global logistics companies keep track of millions of postal codes, city divisions, and ports worldwide? In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we sit down with Simon Vandemoortele, CEO of GeoPostCodes, to discuss how structured, AI-powered location data is revolutionizing freight, sustainability tracking, and supply chain efficiency. 

🔹 How GeoPostCodes maintains the most comprehensive location data set in the world 

🔹 Why U.S. companies struggle with international postal systems 

🔹 The massive role location data plays in carbon emissions tracking 

🔹 How DB Schenker, MSC, and other global giants use GeoPostCodes for freight planning

LINKS:


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Ever wondered how global logistics companies keep track of millions of postal codes, city divisions, and ports worldwide? In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we sit down with Simon Vandemoortele, CEO of GeoPostCodes, to discuss how structured, AI-powered location data is revolutionizing freight, sustainability tracking, and supply chain efficiency. 

🔹 How GeoPostCodes maintains the most comprehensive location data set in the world 

🔹 Why U.S. companies struggle with international postal systems 

🔹 The massive role location data plays in carbon emissions tracking 

🔹 How DB Schenker, MSC, and other global giants use GeoPostCodes for freight planning

LINKS:


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16723721 Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0500 1236 full false Manifest Takeaways and CargoRex Launch Lessons Manifest Takeaways and CargoRex Launch Lessons The squad is back from Manifest and we’ve got some takeaways to share from all of our conversations from the podcast booth to the expo floor. 

Also in the show, Blythe talks about the week after launching CargoRex and the lessons we’re already learning along with platform improvements we’re shipping.

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TAKEAWAYS:


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The squad is back from Manifest and we’ve got some takeaways to share from all of our conversations from the podcast booth to the expo floor. 

Also in the show, Blythe talks about the week after launching CargoRex and the lessons we’re already learning along with platform improvements we’re shipping.

LINKS:


TAKEAWAYS:


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16668468 Fri, 21 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500 3360 full false Unearthing the Future of Freight: The CargoRex Journey Begins Unearthing the Future of Freight: The CargoRex Journey Begins Tired of searching for logistics solutions across scattered platforms?

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe announces CargoRex, a groundbreaking new logistics hub that combines deep industry insights, privacy-first analytics, and a collaborative platform for professionals and creators.

She discusses the challenges of navigating the fragmented industry landscape and how CargoRex aims to simplify the process. Whether you're in freight, tech, or just love seeing big ideas take shape, you’ll definitely want to learn how CargoRex helps users avoid obsolescence, embrace innovation, and uncover opportunities.


LINKS:


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Tired of searching for logistics solutions across scattered platforms?

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe announces CargoRex, a groundbreaking new logistics hub that combines deep industry insights, privacy-first analytics, and a collaborative platform for professionals and creators.

She discusses the challenges of navigating the fragmented industry landscape and how CargoRex aims to simplify the process. Whether you're in freight, tech, or just love seeing big ideas take shape, you’ll definitely want to learn how CargoRex helps users avoid obsolescence, embrace innovation, and uncover opportunities.


LINKS:


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16574008 Mon, 10 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0500 3997 full false From Engineer to Freight Agency Owner From Engineer to Freight Agency Owner Angelo Fruci grew up as a cousin to fellow logistics podcaster Chris Jolly. But it would take years later for the two to team up to start their own freight agency with none other than our favorite, SPI Logistics. Learn about that journey from engineer to freight agency owner while also picking up some sales and marketing tips along the way.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Angelo Fruci grew up as a cousin to fellow logistics podcaster Chris Jolly. But it would take years later for the two to team up to start their own freight agency with none other than our favorite, SPI Logistics. Learn about that journey from engineer to freight agency owner while also picking up some sales and marketing tips along the way.

LINKS:


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16439114 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500 3213 full false How to Make Trucking Great Again with Kevin Rutherford How to Make Trucking Great Again with Kevin Rutherford Kevin Rutherford is host of the popular show and movement, Let’s Truck, and he’s back on the pod to talk about how to make trucking great again in 2025.

In this episode, we’re covering the importance of a healthy body and mind that leads to a more successful trucking career. And you’ll need that healthy body and mind to be able to handle the stress of broker transparency, truck parking, and other industry drama.

Kevin helps us solve it all and it’s the perfect episode to kick off the New Year.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Kevin Rutherford is host of the popular show and movement, Let’s Truck, and he’s back on the pod to talk about how to make trucking great again in 2025.

In this episode, we’re covering the importance of a healthy body and mind that leads to a more successful trucking career. And you’ll need that healthy body and mind to be able to handle the stress of broker transparency, truck parking, and other industry drama.

Kevin helps us solve it all and it’s the perfect episode to kick off the New Year.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16382450 Tue, 14 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500 6081 full false The Challenges of South American Logistics The Challenges of South American Logistics In this episode, we focus on South American logistics, sharing crazy stories from the "Road of Death" where truck drivers dodge landslides, cross rivers on rickety pontoon boats, and take showers in mountain waterfalls just to deliver their cargo.

Blythe and Grace Sharkey unpack China's ambitious power play in South America, revealing how their new mega-port in Peru and planned infrastructure projects could reshape global trade routes and potentially sideline the Panama Canal.

They also bring attention to the fascinating twist that many of these modern shipping nightmares stem from trying to adapt 15th-century Incan roads - some of history's most impressive engineering feats - into today's crucial trade routes.

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, we focus on South American logistics, sharing crazy stories from the "Road of Death" where truck drivers dodge landslides, cross rivers on rickety pontoon boats, and take showers in mountain waterfalls just to deliver their cargo.

Blythe and Grace Sharkey unpack China's ambitious power play in South America, revealing how their new mega-port in Peru and planned infrastructure projects could reshape global trade routes and potentially sideline the Panama Canal.

They also bring attention to the fascinating twist that many of these modern shipping nightmares stem from trying to adapt 15th-century Incan roads - some of history's most impressive engineering feats - into today's crucial trade routes.

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16382334 Thu, 09 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500 3642 full false The Best of NASA and Space Logistics The Best of NASA and Space Logistics Join us for a special compilation episode featuring the best of our 2024 NASA and space logistics coverage. We dive into three exciting topics: how NASA handles deep space supply chains, the science behind growing food in space, and an exciting conversation with Inversion Space about building orbital warehouses.

From autonomous docking to space-grown lettuce to delivering cargo anywhere on Earth within an hour, these stories highlight how the final frontier is becoming the next revolution in logistics. Whether you're a space enthusiast or logistics professional, this roundup demonstrates how the industry is (literally) reaching for the stars.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Join us for a special compilation episode featuring the best of our 2024 NASA and space logistics coverage. We dive into three exciting topics: how NASA handles deep space supply chains, the science behind growing food in space, and an exciting conversation with Inversion Space about building orbital warehouses.

From autonomous docking to space-grown lettuce to delivering cargo anywhere on Earth within an hour, these stories highlight how the final frontier is becoming the next revolution in logistics. Whether you're a space enthusiast or logistics professional, this roundup demonstrates how the industry is (literally) reaching for the stars.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16382234 Tue, 07 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500 7522 full false Best Freight Sales Strategies and Marketing Insights Best Freight Sales Strategies and Marketing Insights Get ready for a freight sales crash course with insights from the best of 2024 packed into one mega-episode.

Learn how to master cold calls, build trust with shippers, and use AI tools to create standout content. Join Blythe as she chats with industry leaders like Stephan Mathis and the Freight360 team about adapting sales strategies for the current market. If you want to crush it in freight sales for 2025, this is your must-listen episode!

LINKS:


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Get ready for a freight sales crash course with insights from the best of 2024 packed into one mega-episode.

Learn how to master cold calls, build trust with shippers, and use AI tools to create standout content. Join Blythe as she chats with industry leaders like Stephan Mathis and the Freight360 team about adapting sales strategies for the current market. If you want to crush it in freight sales for 2025, this is your must-listen episode!

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16354799 Thu, 02 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500 15082 full false Top 4 Favorite Episodes of 2024 Top 4 Favorite Episodes of 2024 Looking back at 2024, our goal was to capture some of the most fascinating stories from across the logistics industry. Before rolling into 2025, we've compiled four of our favorite episodes of the year into one.

This includes Sal Mercogliano's analysis of how global conflicts impact supply chains, plus a deep dive into the workhorses of waterways - tugboats and barges. The compilation episode also includes an exploration of Great Lakes shipping and Michigan's natural resources, alongside highlights from Manifest 2024.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Looking back at 2024, our goal was to capture some of the most fascinating stories from across the logistics industry. Before rolling into 2025, we've compiled four of our favorite episodes of the year into one.

This includes Sal Mercogliano's analysis of how global conflicts impact supply chains, plus a deep dive into the workhorses of waterways - tugboats and barges. The compilation episode also includes an exploration of Great Lakes shipping and Michigan's natural resources, alongside highlights from Manifest 2024.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16334319 Thu, 26 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500 18158 full false Freight Tech Unveiled: Innovations Transforming Logistics Freight Tech Unveiled: Innovations Transforming Logistics Get a crash course in the tech transforming global supply chains, from warehouse drones to AI-powered optimization, with three can't-miss conversations from industry innovators.

Metafora’s Chief Growth Officer Ryan Schreiber dives into the realities of AI implementation, LoadPartner Co-founder Garrett Allen breaks down what AI means for logistics teams, and Gnosis Freight CTO Jake Hoffman reveals how better visibility is reshaping container shipping. Their expert insights cut through the hype to uncover where freight tech is really headed.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Get a crash course in the tech transforming global supply chains, from warehouse drones to AI-powered optimization, with three can't-miss conversations from industry innovators.

Metafora’s Chief Growth Officer Ryan Schreiber dives into the realities of AI implementation, LoadPartner Co-founder Garrett Allen breaks down what AI means for logistics teams, and Gnosis Freight CTO Jake Hoffman reveals how better visibility is reshaping container shipping. Their expert insights cut through the hype to uncover where freight tech is really headed.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16325903 Tue, 24 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500 8834 log tech, logtech full false Importing is Not for Cowards with Maersk’s Janet Labuda Importing is Not for Cowards with Maersk’s Janet Labuda Janet Labuda spent more than 30 years in U.S. Customs before leading up Customs and Trades Issues at Maersk Customs Services.

She joins the podcast to talk about how to build a compliance department alongside AI in order to keep your company ahead of regulations, tariffs, and more.

It’s a fun conversation for the folks who (like me) only have experience with Customs by watching the TV show To Catch a Smuggler (which is also referenced a lot in this episode). Hope you enjoy the convo as much as I did.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Janet Labuda spent more than 30 years in U.S. Customs before leading up Customs and Trades Issues at Maersk Customs Services.

She joins the podcast to talk about how to build a compliance department alongside AI in order to keep your company ahead of regulations, tariffs, and more.

It’s a fun conversation for the folks who (like me) only have experience with Customs by watching the TV show To Catch a Smuggler (which is also referenced a lot in this episode). Hope you enjoy the convo as much as I did.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16298339 Thu, 19 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500 4241 full false How Cargo Crime Could Cost Your Business $200K This Year How Cargo Crime Could Cost Your Business $200K This Year Cargo thieves are making off with an average of $200k per heist these days, and that's just the tip of the iceberg.

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Grace Sharkey is back to discuss how tech is becoming both the weapon and shield in the fight against cargo crime.

She and Blythe dive into the crazy world of freight fraud, from Brazilian crime rings recruiting kids to the latest tools brokers are using to fight back.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Cargo thieves are making off with an average of $200k per heist these days, and that's just the tip of the iceberg.

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Grace Sharkey is back to discuss how tech is becoming both the weapon and shield in the fight against cargo crime.

She and Blythe dive into the crazy world of freight fraud, from Brazilian crime rings recruiting kids to the latest tools brokers are using to fight back.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16250915 Tue, 17 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500 2029 full false How Manifest Conference Uses Influencer Marketing How Manifest Conference Uses Influencer Marketing The Manifest conference has dominated the logistics industry since its 2022 inception. In this episode, the Preside of Manifest Courtney Muller joins the show to talk about how they strategize their content on a variety of fronts to include a strong influencer strategy.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The Manifest conference has dominated the logistics industry since its 2022 inception. In this episode, the Preside of Manifest Courtney Muller joins the show to talk about how they strategize their content on a variety of fronts to include a strong influencer strategy.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16257366 Thu, 12 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500 3158 full false Pioneering the Freight Agent Movement with SPI Logistics CEO Mitch Helten Pioneering the Freight Agent Movement with SPI Logistics CEO Mitch Helten SPI Logistics has been helping freight agents for more than 40 years and CEO Mitch Helten joins the show to talk about how they helped to pioneer what a freight agent program SHOULD look like.

From the early days of process mapping via spreadsheets, to building their own SaaS, and then the technology hub they have today, Mitch breaks down how SPI builds on their partnerships at every level and continues to see that evolve for 2025.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> SPI Logistics has been helping freight agents for more than 40 years and CEO Mitch Helten joins the show to talk about how they helped to pioneer what a freight agent program SHOULD look like.

From the early days of process mapping via spreadsheets, to building their own SaaS, and then the technology hub they have today, Mitch breaks down how SPI builds on their partnerships at every level and continues to see that evolve for 2025.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16245032 Tue, 10 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500 3421 full false Why the Right TMS Is Key for Freight Brokers in 2025 Why the Right TMS Is Key for Freight Brokers in 2025 In today's turbulent freight market, finding the right TMS can make or break a brokerage's success. 

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Tai Software CEO Walter "Mitch" Mitchell about how freight brokers can leverage technology to grow their business in 2025. 

They cover everything from combating email overload to embracing AI, while emphasizing the importance of taking time to think strategically about business operations.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today's turbulent freight market, finding the right TMS can make or break a brokerage's success. 

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Tai Software CEO Walter "Mitch" Mitchell about how freight brokers can leverage technology to grow their business in 2025. 

They cover everything from combating email overload to embracing AI, while emphasizing the importance of taking time to think strategically about business operations.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16202622 Thu, 05 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500 2937 full false Freight Friends: State of Cargo Crime, South American Logistics, and Wicked Dolls Freight Friends: State of Cargo Crime, South American Logistics, and Wicked Dolls Grace Sharkey is back with Blythe Brumleve for another episode of Freight Friends as we head towards the end of 2024.

This episode covers the State of Cargo Crime, South American Logistics, the packaging drama of Wicked dolls, and a Freightwaves F3 recap.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Grace Sharkey is back with Blythe Brumleve for another episode of Freight Friends as we head towards the end of 2024.

This episode covers the State of Cargo Crime, South American Logistics, the packaging drama of Wicked dolls, and a Freightwaves F3 recap.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16211621 Tue, 03 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500 10354 freight friends full false Building Warehouses in Space with Inversion Building Warehouses in Space with Inversion In a recent episode, we talked about a company trying to build the next shipping container and since y’all liked that episode so much, we got the CEO of Inversion Space to come on and talk about how their company is creating the next supply chain, all in space.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In a recent episode, we talked about a company trying to build the next shipping container and since y’all liked that episode so much, we got the CEO of Inversion Space to come on and talk about how their company is creating the next supply chain, all in space.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16173284 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500 3353 Space Logistics full false TMSA Study Unveils Winning Freight Marketing Strategies TMSA Study Unveils Winning Freight Marketing Strategies Struggling with sales goals and questioning your marketing strategy?

The latest TMSA benchmarking study shows an alarming shift in freight marketing, with companies failing to retain customers not because of pricing but because they can't grow alongside their clients' needs.

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe and Grace Sharkey discuss how freight marketers are totally sleeping on direct mail, which produces way better engagement rates than digital channels - we're talking 80-90% open rates compared to email's measly 20-30%.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Struggling with sales goals and questioning your marketing strategy?

The latest TMSA benchmarking study shows an alarming shift in freight marketing, with companies failing to retain customers not because of pricing but because they can't grow alongside their clients' needs.

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe and Grace Sharkey discuss how freight marketers are totally sleeping on direct mail, which produces way better engagement rates than digital channels - we're talking 80-90% open rates compared to email's measly 20-30%.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16141662 Thu, 21 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500 4504 Sales full false How Icebreaker Ships Are Creating New Shipping Routes How Icebreaker Ships Are Creating New Shipping Routes The Arctic is melting, and a new shipping superhighway is emerging.

In this episode, Blythe and Grace Sharkey explore how the melting Arctic and the Northwest Passage could revolutionize global trade by providing a faster route than the Panama Canal.

They also examine the geopolitical dynamics, with Russia dominating the icebreaker race with 41 ships, including nuclear-powered ones, while the U.S. lags behind with just two.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The Arctic is melting, and a new shipping superhighway is emerging.

In this episode, Blythe and Grace Sharkey explore how the melting Arctic and the Northwest Passage could revolutionize global trade by providing a faster route than the Panama Canal.

They also examine the geopolitical dynamics, with Russia dominating the icebreaker race with 41 ships, including nuclear-powered ones, while the U.S. lags behind with just two.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16125476 Tue, 19 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500 2042 full false The Best Freight Sales Tips From Reddit The Best Freight Sales Tips From Reddit Need a fresh take on freight sales that actually works?

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe digs through Reddit's freight broker community to uncover some surprisingly effective tips - from showing up at manufacturers' doors to building a killer social media presence.

She shares real stories from pros in the field who are ditching the spray-and-pray approach and finding success by getting personal with their prospects.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Need a fresh take on freight sales that actually works?

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe digs through Reddit's freight broker community to uncover some surprisingly effective tips - from showing up at manufacturers' doors to building a killer social media presence.

She shares real stories from pros in the field who are ditching the spray-and-pray approach and finding success by getting personal with their prospects.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16096086 Thu, 14 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500 2525 Sales full false How Hadrian is Trying to Fix American Manufacturing How Hadrian is Trying to Fix American Manufacturing The future of American manufacturing isn't about bringing back old factories – it's about building smarter ones. 

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe shares how Hadrian, an innovative automation company, is revolutionizing American manufacturing by bridging generations of expertise. 

By focusing on high-precision aerospace parts (think rockets and satellites), they're not just bringing manufacturing back to the US – they're making it faster, cheaper, and more advanced than ever before.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The future of American manufacturing isn't about bringing back old factories – it's about building smarter ones. 

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe shares how Hadrian, an innovative automation company, is revolutionizing American manufacturing by bridging generations of expertise. 

By focusing on high-precision aerospace parts (think rockets and satellites), they're not just bringing manufacturing back to the US – they're making it faster, cheaper, and more advanced than ever before.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16080675 Tue, 12 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500 1972 LogTech full false How Shippers Are Thinking About Their Supply Chain How Shippers Are Thinking About Their Supply Chain On this podcast, we're used to hearing the broker's or the carrier's point of view. But in this episode, we're showcasing a conversation held at the ECC Conference with two shippers, one in restaurant equipment and the other in electrical systems, who share their experience in trying to solve their supply chain challenges since 2020.

The ECC Conference was held in Colorado Springs at the Broadmoor and I was honored to participate in the panel alongside Phil Stephenson of Avail Infrastructure Solutions and Fred Mudge of Powell Electrical Systems.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> On this podcast, we're used to hearing the broker's or the carrier's point of view. But in this episode, we're showcasing a conversation held at the ECC Conference with two shippers, one in restaurant equipment and the other in electrical systems, who share their experience in trying to solve their supply chain challenges since 2020.

The ECC Conference was held in Colorado Springs at the Broadmoor and I was honored to participate in the panel alongside Phil Stephenson of Avail Infrastructure Solutions and Fred Mudge of Powell Electrical Systems.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16055075 Thu, 07 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500 4035 full false Freight Friends: Icebreaker Ships, Marketing Budgets, and Hurricane Preparedness Freight Friends: Icebreaker Ships, Marketing Budgets, and Hurricane Preparedness Ever wonder how cargo ships navigate through the Arctic ice or why some companies keep losing their best customers? 

Grace Sharkey is back with her monthly appearance on EiL, and in this episode, she and Blythe tackle everything from nuclear-powered icebreaker ships breaking through the Arctic to why freight companies might be totally missing the mark on keeping their best customers happy. 

The pair discuss fresh marketing data that shows how the industry is evolving and wrap things up with a story about how mules - yes, actual mules - are helping deliver supplies to hurricane victims in North Carolina's mountains.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Ever wonder how cargo ships navigate through the Arctic ice or why some companies keep losing their best customers? 

Grace Sharkey is back with her monthly appearance on EiL, and in this episode, she and Blythe tackle everything from nuclear-powered icebreaker ships breaking through the Arctic to why freight companies might be totally missing the mark on keeping their best customers happy. 

The pair discuss fresh marketing data that shows how the industry is evolving and wrap things up with a story about how mules - yes, actual mules - are helping deliver supplies to hurricane victims in North Carolina's mountains.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16038429 Tue, 05 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500 6954 full false From Driver to Freight Agent From Driver to Freight Agent Your expertise in a field is often earned through years of trial and error. But for Jennifer Lynn Harris, she has used this experience to take her career from answering phones at a freight forwarding company to managing her team of drivers and becoming a freight agent for SPI Logistics.

In this episode, Jennifer shares her journey in hopes it can help others realize the value of experience, pushing through tough times, and ultimately finding success in your work.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Your expertise in a field is often earned through years of trial and error. But for Jennifer Lynn Harris, she has used this experience to take her career from answering phones at a freight forwarding company to managing her team of drivers and becoming a freight agent for SPI Logistics.

In this episode, Jennifer shares her journey in hopes it can help others realize the value of experience, pushing through tough times, and ultimately finding success in your work.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-16020036 Thu, 31 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2272 SPI Logistics, Freight Agent full false Why You Are Wasting Time in Meetings Why You Are Wasting Time in Meetings Companies waste a staggering $37 billion every year on pointless meetings. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe tackles why this happens and shares how companies like Shopify are fighting back. 

She breaks down the science behind why we waste so much time in meetings and offers practical tips for declining invites without burning bridges. 

Based on her own experience, she shares her no-meetings-Monday rule and other strategies to take back control of your calendar.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Companies waste a staggering $37 billion every year on pointless meetings. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe tackles why this happens and shares how companies like Shopify are fighting back. 

She breaks down the science behind why we waste so much time in meetings and offers practical tips for declining invites without burning bridges. 

Based on her own experience, she shares her no-meetings-Monday rule and other strategies to take back control of your calendar.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15998075 Tue, 29 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400 1943 full false How Drones Can Help Warehouse Inventory Counts with GatherAI How Drones Can Help Warehouse Inventory Counts with GatherAI More than 90 percent of US warehouses use no form of robotics technology and with that, a lot of manual labor is dependent on a workforce and roles that are tough to consistently fill…

But GatherAI and their CEO Sankalp Arora hope to change that with his software approach to combining drones to help as a companion to the warehouse worker.

In this episode, we chat with Sankalp on how he and his team developed this software to use alongside drones to help warehouse managers, and its workers accurately count inventory to save time and money.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> More than 90 percent of US warehouses use no form of robotics technology and with that, a lot of manual labor is dependent on a workforce and roles that are tough to consistently fill…

But GatherAI and their CEO Sankalp Arora hope to change that with his software approach to combining drones to help as a companion to the warehouse worker.

In this episode, we chat with Sankalp on how he and his team developed this software to use alongside drones to help warehouse managers, and its workers accurately count inventory to save time and money.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15917722 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2302 full false The Logisitcs of Chocolate, Snacks, and Popcorn Buckets The Logisitcs of Chocolate, Snacks, and Popcorn Buckets Ever wonder why your favorite snacks are getting harder to find? In this episode, we explore the movie theater popcorn buckets hype and the global chocolate crisis that's shaking up your candy aisle. From Dune-inspired containers that went viral to skyrocketing cocoa prices, we discuss the surprising logistics behind your snacks and how they're adapting to a changing market.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Ever wonder why your favorite snacks are getting harder to find? In this episode, we explore the movie theater popcorn buckets hype and the global chocolate crisis that's shaking up your candy aisle. From Dune-inspired containers that went viral to skyrocketing cocoa prices, we discuss the surprising logistics behind your snacks and how they're adapting to a changing market.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15878295 Tue, 08 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400 1685 Source to Porch full false Drifting Ducks and Floating Phones: Lost Cargo's Unexpected Journeys Drifting Ducks and Floating Phones: Lost Cargo's Unexpected Journeys Ever wonder what happens to cargo lost at sea? 

In this episode, we discuss the wild world of floating freight, from 28,000 rubber duckies teaching us about ocean currents to Garfield phones mysteriously washing up on French beaches for decades. 

Blythe and Grace explore bizarre incidents like Lego pieces still appearing on English coasts and a British pilot's emergency landing on a Spanish cargo ship, touching on salvage rights and environmental impacts. 

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Ever wonder what happens to cargo lost at sea? 

In this episode, we discuss the wild world of floating freight, from 28,000 rubber duckies teaching us about ocean currents to Garfield phones mysteriously washing up on French beaches for decades. 

Blythe and Grace explore bizarre incidents like Lego pieces still appearing on English coasts and a British pilot's emergency landing on a Spanish cargo ship, touching on salvage rights and environmental impacts. 

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15852094 Thu, 03 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400 1353 full false Makeup Logistics and Lipstick's Long-Haul Journey Makeup Logistics and Lipstick's Long-Haul Journey Ever wondered about the journey your favorite makeup product takes before it lands in your makeup bag?

In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on the global and complex supply chain of makeup. From overseas manufacturing to the challenges of quality assurance, customs clearance, and the race against expiration dates, we'll explore how your beauty essentials make it from the factory to your front door.

In our first segment, we'll navigate the world of makeup production and distribution, uncovering the hidden hurdles that impact product quality and availability. Then, in the second half, we'll get into the often-overlooked issue of makeup returns—revealing how retailers manage them... or sometimes, how they don't manage them at all.

Whether you're a beauty enthusiast or just curious about where your products come from, this "source to porch" story will enlighten and inform.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Ever wondered about the journey your favorite makeup product takes before it lands in your makeup bag?

In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on the global and complex supply chain of makeup. From overseas manufacturing to the challenges of quality assurance, customs clearance, and the race against expiration dates, we'll explore how your beauty essentials make it from the factory to your front door.

In our first segment, we'll navigate the world of makeup production and distribution, uncovering the hidden hurdles that impact product quality and availability. Then, in the second half, we'll get into the often-overlooked issue of makeup returns—revealing how retailers manage them... or sometimes, how they don't manage them at all.

Whether you're a beauty enthusiast or just curious about where your products come from, this "source to porch" story will enlighten and inform.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15843584 Tue, 01 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2117 Source to Porch full false How Inversion Space is Building the Next Shipping Container How Inversion Space is Building the Next Shipping Container In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we're discussing an innovative new startup that wants to turn space into the next big shipping lane. Grace Sharkey and Blythe explore Inversion Space, a company planning to drop packages from orbit in under an hour - yeah, you heard that right!

They talk about their plans for space warehouses, debate the challenges of space logistics, and wonder if one-hour delivery from orbit could actually become a thing.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we're discussing an innovative new startup that wants to turn space into the next big shipping lane. Grace Sharkey and Blythe explore Inversion Space, a company planning to drop packages from orbit in under an hour - yeah, you heard that right!

They talk about their plans for space warehouses, debate the challenges of space logistics, and wonder if one-hour delivery from orbit could actually become a thing.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15812660 Thu, 26 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2268 Space Logistics full false SPI’s Secrets to Building a Successful Freight Agent Career SPI’s Secrets to Building a Successful Freight Agent Career In this episode of Everything is Logistics, discuss one of the biggest decisions a freight broker can make: becoming a freight agent. But hold on, the next crucial choice? Figuring out which company to join.

We’re bringing you a special compilation of conversations with the leadership team at SPI Logistics, our long-time sponsor, covering everything a potential freight agent needs to know—from accounts payable to marketing and tech support.

TIME STAMPS:

01:29 - Mike Mikulik, VP, Marketing and Sales
45:29 - Taryn Reeves, Head of the AP department
01:28:50 - Eze Peralta, VP of Technology 
02:28:30 - Anita Bassi, Vice President of People and Operations

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, discuss one of the biggest decisions a freight broker can make: becoming a freight agent. But hold on, the next crucial choice? Figuring out which company to join.

We’re bringing you a special compilation of conversations with the leadership team at SPI Logistics, our long-time sponsor, covering everything a potential freight agent needs to know—from accounts payable to marketing and tech support.

TIME STAMPS:

01:29 - Mike Mikulik, VP, Marketing and Sales
45:29 - Taryn Reeves, Head of the AP department
01:28:50 - Eze Peralta, VP of Technology 
02:28:30 - Anita Bassi, Vice President of People and Operations

LINKS:


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15796723 Tue, 24 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400 11084 full false Underrated Modes of Shipping: Tugs, Barges, and Canals Underrated Modes of Shipping: Tugs, Barges, and Canals Ever wondered how that giant TV made its way to your living room? Spoiler alert: it might've hitched a ride on a barge! In this episode of "Everything is Logistics," Blythe dives into the unsung heroes of shipping: tugboats, barges, and canals.

Teaming up with Grace Sharkey, they're exploring the ins and outs of these often-overlooked workhorses of the waterways, revealing their crucial role in global transportation.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Ever wondered how that giant TV made its way to your living room? Spoiler alert: it might've hitched a ride on a barge! In this episode of "Everything is Logistics," Blythe dives into the unsung heroes of shipping: tugboats, barges, and canals.

Teaming up with Grace Sharkey, they're exploring the ins and outs of these often-overlooked workhorses of the waterways, revealing their crucial role in global transportation.

Links: 


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15769571 Thu, 19 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400 4724 Shippers POV, maritime full false Freight Friends: Holiday Retail Trends, Nike Marketing Struggles, and Temu Imports Freight Friends: Holiday Retail Trends, Nike Marketing Struggles, and Temu Imports Grace Sharkey is back with her monthly appearance on EiL, and in this episode, she and Blythe tackle holiday retail trends and Nike's marketing missteps. They explore the addictive nature of Temu shopping and debate the value of creative versus data-driven strategies. They also discuss Inversion Space's ambitious plan to create orbital warehouses, raising questions about the future of global logistics and space regulations.

LINKS:


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Grace Sharkey is back with her monthly appearance on EiL, and in this episode, she and Blythe tackle holiday retail trends and Nike's marketing missteps. They explore the addictive nature of Temu shopping and debate the value of creative versus data-driven strategies. They also discuss Inversion Space's ambitious plan to create orbital warehouses, raising questions about the future of global logistics and space regulations.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15762289 Tue, 17 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400 8396 freight friends full false The Weird Logistics of Succulents, Sand, and Magnets The Weird Logistics of Succulents, Sand, and Magnets In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we discuss the fascinating and often unexpected challenges in shipping succulents, sand, and magnets. We're talking plant smuggling, sand stealing, and magnet mayhem - yeah, you read that right. Learn how millennials are driving a black market for succulents, how beach sand is vanishing for concrete, and why your package of magnets might end up stuck to the side of a UPS truck.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we discuss the fascinating and often unexpected challenges in shipping succulents, sand, and magnets. We're talking plant smuggling, sand stealing, and magnet mayhem - yeah, you read that right. Learn how millennials are driving a black market for succulents, how beach sand is vanishing for concrete, and why your package of magnets might end up stuck to the side of a UPS truck.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15728503 Thu, 12 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400 1057 Source to Porch full false The Logistics of SHEIN: From Imports to Influencers The Logistics of SHEIN: From Imports to Influencers In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we dig into the e-commerce scene and why SHEIN is at the center of the conversation, with SHEIN and Temu making up a whopping 30% of all e-commerce shipments coming through the West Coast.

Grace Sharkey and I also chat about the flood of these tax-free shipments and how customs and border folks are scrambling to keep up. Plus, we’ll take a closer look at SHEIN's business practices on the retail and influencer side.

LINKS:


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we dig into the e-commerce scene and why SHEIN is at the center of the conversation, with SHEIN and Temu making up a whopping 30% of all e-commerce shipments coming through the West Coast.

Grace Sharkey and I also chat about the flood of these tax-free shipments and how customs and border folks are scrambling to keep up. Plus, we’ll take a closer look at SHEIN's business practices on the retail and influencer side.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15723854 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2696 Source to Porch full false The Incredible Technology Powering Trimble Maps The Incredible Technology Powering Trimble Maps Many of us take for granted the ability to pull up a map app and it tells us the quickest route from Point A to B. Now imagine you’re a truck driver and you have to factor in weather conditions, dock loading locations, available hours at shipping facilities, the dimensions of your truck, etc… All of these factors and more can impact the efficiency of a driver and their deliveries.

This is why we have Trimble Transportation’s Director of Strategic Accounts, Dwanye Lazarre, on the show to talk about their incredible mapping technology and how it has a positive impact on the safety of drivers. Plus, learn about Trimble’s upcoming Insight conference taking place in Las Vegas in mid-September.

LINKS:


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Many of us take for granted the ability to pull up a map app and it tells us the quickest route from Point A to B. Now imagine you’re a truck driver and you have to factor in weather conditions, dock loading locations, available hours at shipping facilities, the dimensions of your truck, etc… All of these factors and more can impact the efficiency of a driver and their deliveries.

This is why we have Trimble Transportation’s Director of Strategic Accounts, Dwanye Lazarre, on the show to talk about their incredible mapping technology and how it has a positive impact on the safety of drivers. Plus, learn about Trimble’s upcoming Insight conference taking place in Las Vegas in mid-September.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15680980 Thu, 05 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2893 full false The Logistics of a Football Season The Logistics of a Football Season Did you know that Jacksonville’s status as a trade hub played a big role in landing the city an NFL team? 

Trade in Northeast Florida dates back to the 1500s, which eventually led to the establishment of JAXPORT and the NFL awarding a franchise to Jacksonville. 

In this episode, we’re exploring the logistics behind getting a team and what it takes to manage game day, the season, and even the aftermath of a championship win or loss. We’re pulling together segments from past episodes so you can kick off football season with insights beyond player stats!

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Did you know that Jacksonville’s status as a trade hub played a big role in landing the city an NFL team? 

Trade in Northeast Florida dates back to the 1500s, which eventually led to the establishment of JAXPORT and the NFL awarding a franchise to Jacksonville. 

In this episode, we’re exploring the logistics behind getting a team and what it takes to manage game day, the season, and even the aftermath of a championship win or loss. We’re pulling together segments from past episodes so you can kick off football season with insights beyond player stats!

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15677694 Tue, 03 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2580 full false BTS of a NASA + SpaceX Launch BTS of a NASA + SpaceX Launch During our two-day NASA Tour, host Blythe Brumleve assumed that one episode (this one) would be sufficient. But considering we had enough content to make this episode 5 of the NASA Series, this is the one where we’re showing the BTS of what goes into a launch, favorite moments from creating this series, and the NASA goodie bag.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> During our two-day NASA Tour, host Blythe Brumleve assumed that one episode (this one) would be sufficient. But considering we had enough content to make this episode 5 of the NASA Series, this is the one where we’re showing the BTS of what goes into a launch, favorite moments from creating this series, and the NASA goodie bag.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15657912 Thu, 29 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400 4093 Space Logistics full false NASA Series: Building Space Infrastructure NASA Series: Building Space Infrastructure In episode 4 of our NASA Series, host Blythe Brumleve explores the manufacturing and construction happening on Earth for items destined to build new infrastructure in space. This episode highlights the innovations that will soon leave our orbit and contribute to the future of space exploration.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In episode 4 of our NASA Series, host Blythe Brumleve explores the manufacturing and construction happening on Earth for items destined to build new infrastructure in space. This episode highlights the innovations that will soon leave our orbit and contribute to the future of space exploration.

NASA SERIES LINKS:

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15638231 Tue, 27 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400 5201 Space Logistics full false How I'd Plan My Freight Marketing for the Rest of 2024 How I'd Plan My Freight Marketing for the Rest of 2024 In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe dives into freight marketing's changing landscape. She explores the boom in logistics content creators and talks about finding the sweet spot between quality and quantity. Blythe also gets into the nitty-gritty of analytics reports and Google's search shakeups. To top it off, she introduces a new marketing template that's perfect for small teams looking to step up their content game.


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe dives into freight marketing's changing landscape. She explores the boom in logistics content creators and talks about finding the sweet spot between quality and quantity. Blythe also gets into the nitty-gritty of analytics reports and Google's search shakeups. To top it off, she introduces a new marketing template that's perfect for small teams looking to step up their content game.


LINKS:


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15620199 Thu, 22 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400 4668 full false NASA Series: Shipping Weather Satellites to Space NASA Series: Shipping Weather Satellites to Space In episode three of our NASA Series, we’re talking about the goal of this mission: to manufacture and ship a weather satellite to space but more importantly, be able to collect data to help the accuracy of weather forecasting that impacts every single person here on earth. 

After all, “Money spent on space stays on earth” and missions like GOESU help save lives and prevent/prepare for disasters. 

In this episode, we’re going to be talking about the why behind this mission, what goes into weather forecasting, and when we should start hearing forecasts using data from this GOES-U satellite. 

All this plus insights directly from some of the smartest people at NOAA, National Weather Service, and even the pilots who fly the hurricane hunter planes. 

Speakers include: 

  • Bill Line, Research Meteorologist, 
  • Michelle Smith, Communications Specialist at NOAA 
  • Kevin Fryar, Chief of Staff for NOAA's GEO program
  • John Sokich, NWS Director of Congressional Affairs


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In episode three of our NASA Series, we’re talking about the goal of this mission: to manufacture and ship a weather satellite to space but more importantly, be able to collect data to help the accuracy of weather forecasting that impacts every single person here on earth. 

After all, “Money spent on space stays on earth” and missions like GOESU help save lives and prevent/prepare for disasters. 

In this episode, we’re going to be talking about the why behind this mission, what goes into weather forecasting, and when we should start hearing forecasts using data from this GOES-U satellite. 

All this plus insights directly from some of the smartest people at NOAA, National Weather Service, and even the pilots who fly the hurricane hunter planes. 

Speakers include: 

  • Bill Line, Research Meteorologist, 
  • Michelle Smith, Communications Specialist at NOAA 
  • Kevin Fryar, Chief of Staff for NOAA's GEO program
  • John Sokich, NWS Director of Congressional Affairs


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15598528 Tue, 20 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400 6832 Space Logistics full false How Switching TMS Helped SIO Logistics Grow to Nearly $100M Brokerage How Switching TMS Helped SIO Logistics Grow to Nearly $100M Brokerage When a 3PL chooses a TMS, that decision can make or break the company. In this interview, Blythe Brumleve chats with CEO of SIO Logistics Ali Shafi on the purchasing process he went through to switch his TMS, what ultimately led him to pick Tai Software, and what life is like for operations after the switch.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> When a 3PL chooses a TMS, that decision can make or break the company. In this interview, Blythe Brumleve chats with CEO of SIO Logistics Ali Shafi on the purchasing process he went through to switch his TMS, what ultimately led him to pick Tai Software, and what life is like for operations after the switch.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15544967 Thu, 15 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2411 log tech full false NASA Series: How to Grow Food in Space NASA Series: How to Grow Food in Space In part two of our NASA series, Blythe speaks with Matthew Mickens, NASA Horticulturalist, about how scientists are tackling the challenges of growing crops in microgravity, from specialized hydroponic systems to light recipe experiments. They also talk about the psychological benefits fresh produce provides for astronauts and how Earth-bound vertical farming draws inspiration from space research.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In part two of our NASA series, Blythe speaks with Matthew Mickens, NASA Horticulturalist, about how scientists are tackling the challenges of growing crops in microgravity, from specialized hydroponic systems to light recipe experiments. They also talk about the psychological benefits fresh produce provides for astronauts and how Earth-bound vertical farming draws inspiration from space research.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15568700 Tue, 13 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1997 Space Logistics full false Building a Book of Business in a Down Market Building a Book of Business in a Down Market Business types will be the first ones to tell you that there are always opportunities in a down market. This is why I'm pumped to share this conversation with SPI Freight Agent, Michael Gray.

After spending years on the carrier and technology side of things, Michael made the jump to becoming a freight agent and earning business in a down market. If you're looking for positive inspiration in this current freight market, Michael is a good one to get that advice from.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Business types will be the first ones to tell you that there are always opportunities in a down market. This is why I'm pumped to share this conversation with SPI Freight Agent, Michael Gray.

After spending years on the carrier and technology side of things, Michael made the jump to becoming a freight agent and earning business in a down market. If you're looking for positive inspiration in this current freight market, Michael is a good one to get that advice from.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15524614 Thu, 08 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400 5052 full false NASA Series: Deep Space Logistics NASA Series: Deep Space Logistics In part one of our NASA series, Blythe speaks with Matt Wittal about the challenges of resupplying spacecraft beyond Earth orbit, including autonomous docking, lunar dust mitigation, and radiation protection. They also discuss how NASA is adapting air cargo techniques for space and establishing new supply chains to the Moon and beyond.

This is just a glimpse into the complex logistics of space exploration and the innovative solutions being developed. More deep space logistics topics will be covered in future NASA series episodes!

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In part one of our NASA series, Blythe speaks with Matt Wittal about the challenges of resupplying spacecraft beyond Earth orbit, including autonomous docking, lunar dust mitigation, and radiation protection. They also discuss how NASA is adapting air cargo techniques for space and establishing new supply chains to the Moon and beyond.

This is just a glimpse into the complex logistics of space exploration and the innovative solutions being developed. More deep space logistics topics will be covered in future NASA series episodes!

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15513710 Tue, 06 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2611 Space Logistics full false Hunters, Farmers, and CRMs: Evolving the Logistics Sales Role Hunters, Farmers, and CRMs: Evolving the Logistics Sales Role In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Holly LaBoda from Logistics Luminaries Live! They explore the challenges of implementing CRM systems in logistics companies and strategies for encouraging adoption among seasoned salespeople.

Holly offers advice on creating a balanced sales team with both "hunters" and "farmers," and discusses the importance of aligning commercial strategy with team structure. She also shares tips on crafting effective cold calls and the underutilized power of phone communication in modern sales.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Holly LaBoda from Logistics Luminaries Live! They explore the challenges of implementing CRM systems in logistics companies and strategies for encouraging adoption among seasoned salespeople.

Holly offers advice on creating a balanced sales team with both "hunters" and "farmers," and discusses the importance of aligning commercial strategy with team structure. She also shares tips on crafting effective cold calls and the underutilized power of phone communication in modern sales.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15387844 Thu, 11 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2265 women in logistics, working women full false Freight Friends: Space Logistics, Shipping Canals, and Fighting Food Fraud in Our Supply Chain Freight Friends: Space Logistics, Shipping Canals, and Fighting Food Fraud in Our Supply Chain Grace Sharkey is back with her monthly appearance on EiL, and in this episode, she and Blythe are talking about space logistics, NASA, and food fraud, as well as Grace's experience attending a recent Samsara conference where asset tracking was the highlight of the event.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Grace Sharkey is back with her monthly appearance on EiL, and in this episode, she and Blythe are talking about space logistics, NASA, and food fraud, as well as Grace's experience attending a recent Samsara conference where asset tracking was the highlight of the event.

LINKS: 


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15374585 Tue, 09 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400 7237 Freight Friends full false Navigating the New American Dream with Chris Jolly The Freight Coach Navigating the New American Dream with Chris Jolly The Freight Coach In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Chris Jolly, aka The Freight Coach. They discuss Jolly's motivation to become an entrepreneur after feeling unfulfilled in the corporate world. He shares his mindset shift from chasing vanity metrics to focusing on creating genuine impact. Jolly also reflects on the challenges of changing people's negative perceptions of freight brokers.

LINKS:

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Chris Jolly, aka The Freight Coach. They discuss Jolly's motivation to become an entrepreneur after feeling unfulfilled in the corporate world. He shares his mindset shift from chasing vanity metrics to focusing on creating genuine impact. Jolly also reflects on the challenges of changing people's negative perceptions of freight brokers.

LINKS:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15357869 Thu, 04 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400 4347 full false Cracking the Code: Intent Data and the Future of Logistics Marketing Cracking the Code: Intent Data and the Future of Logistics Marketing In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Kara Brown, CEO of Lead Coverage. They discuss the importance of intent data in modern marketing strategies for supply chain companies. 

Kara explains how her company helps clients identify and act on buying signals, emphasizing the need for persistent follow-up and targeted messaging. 

She shares insights on measuring marketing success through volume, velocity, and value metrics, and stresses the importance of marketers understanding these numbers to secure a seat at the executive table.


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Kara Brown, CEO of Lead Coverage. They discuss the importance of intent data in modern marketing strategies for supply chain companies. 

Kara explains how her company helps clients identify and act on buying signals, emphasizing the need for persistent follow-up and targeted messaging. 

She shares insights on measuring marketing success through volume, velocity, and value metrics, and stresses the importance of marketers understanding these numbers to secure a seat at the executive table.


LINKS:


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15340025 Tue, 02 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2870 women in logistics, working women full false The Biggest Marketing and Sales Takeaways from TMSA's Elevate Conference The Biggest Marketing and Sales Takeaways from TMSA's Elevate Conference In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we're recapping takeaways from TMSA in New Orleans, held from June 5-7, 2024. Recorded live, this roundtable discussion features insights from an in-house marketer, a marketing agency leader, and a company founder, offering valuable perspectives on marketing and sales strategy.

GUESTS:

  • Aaron Dunn: Director of Sales & Marketing, PDQ America, and Co-Host of  Trucking for Millennials podcast
  • Leigh Sauter: Director of Operations & Strategy, Virago Marketing
  • Kameel Gaines: Founder, CEO, and Director of Recruitment, Rig On Wheels Broker & Recruitment Services
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we're recapping takeaways from TMSA in New Orleans, held from June 5-7, 2024. Recorded live, this roundtable discussion features insights from an in-house marketer, a marketing agency leader, and a company founder, offering valuable perspectives on marketing and sales strategy.

GUESTS:

  • Aaron Dunn: Director of Sales & Marketing, PDQ America, and Co-Host of  Trucking for Millennials podcast
  • Leigh Sauter: Director of Operations & Strategy, Virago Marketing
  • Kameel Gaines: Founder, CEO, and Director of Recruitment, Rig On Wheels Broker & Recruitment Services
LINKS:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15319292 Thu, 27 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400 5249 full false Resilience in Your Supplier Relationships with Suppeco Resilience in Your Supplier Relationships with Suppeco In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Sheldon Mydat, CEO and Founder at Suppeco. They discuss the importance of relationship-driven resilience in procurement, and how Suppeco's platform facilitates collaboration and transparency between suppliers and customers. 

Mydat explains how the platform incorporates live data, automation, and AI to provide actionable insights and streamline processes. He also shares his journey of launching Suppeco during the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges he faced.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Sheldon Mydat, CEO and Founder at Suppeco. They discuss the importance of relationship-driven resilience in procurement, and how Suppeco's platform facilitates collaboration and transparency between suppliers and customers. 

Mydat explains how the platform incorporates live data, automation, and AI to provide actionable insights and streamline processes. He also shares his journey of launching Suppeco during the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges he faced.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15240549 Tue, 25 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400 4687 logtech full false The Podcaster's Playbook: Insights from a Decade Behind the Mic The Podcaster's Playbook: Insights from a Decade Behind the Mic In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe reflects on her podcasting journey and the importance of being a lifelong learner. She discusses leveraging online resources, understanding business fundamentals, and reverse-engineering successful content strategies to help your podcast stand the test of time.


QUESTIONS ASKED:

  1. What was your entry into podcasting and podcast production?
  2. What is your educational background? And has it been helpful in your endeavors?
  3. What is the most helpful skill you've brought with you into your projects? And how has it assisted you?
  4. What does your day-to-day look like as a Podcast Producer both individually on your own project and in your role at JPGU?
  5. What is your favorite aspect of this work?
  6. What is your least favorite aspect?
  7. What are some challenges you've met throughout your career journey?
  8. What does your marketing mix look like? What kind of marketing has been the most successful for your brand?
  9. Do you feel you're able to maintain a good work-life balance through your work?
  10. How does today compare to your first day or first few months of entering into podcast production?
  11. Any recommendations for those aspiring to enter into a role like yours?


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe reflects on her podcasting journey and the importance of being a lifelong learner. She discusses leveraging online resources, understanding business fundamentals, and reverse-engineering successful content strategies to help your podcast stand the test of time.


QUESTIONS ASKED:

  1. What was your entry into podcasting and podcast production?
  2. What is your educational background? And has it been helpful in your endeavors?
  3. What is the most helpful skill you've brought with you into your projects? And how has it assisted you?
  4. What does your day-to-day look like as a Podcast Producer both individually on your own project and in your role at JPGU?
  5. What is your favorite aspect of this work?
  6. What is your least favorite aspect?
  7. What are some challenges you've met throughout your career journey?
  8. What does your marketing mix look like? What kind of marketing has been the most successful for your brand?
  9. Do you feel you're able to maintain a good work-life balance through your work?
  10. How does today compare to your first day or first few months of entering into podcast production?
  11. Any recommendations for those aspiring to enter into a role like yours?


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15162770 Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400 3422 Podcasting, podcasts full false Using a Podcast to Create Relationships with Freight Agent Dave Gulas Using a Podcast to Create Relationships with Freight Agent Dave Gulas In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Dave Gulas, a former pharmaceutical sales executive who co-founded EZDC 3PL, an e-commerce fulfillment company. Dave talks about pivoting to the logistics industry during the COVID-19 boom, partnering with SPI Logistics as a freight agent, and the value of networking and building relationships. He also offers insights into his content marketing strategy and the impact of his "Beyond Fulfillment" podcast.


QUOTES:

  • "If you just start and keep showing up, good things are gonna happen. And that's really the secret. If you want even call that a secret. And so I just decided to do it and kept doing it. And now we have a real podcast, we've dropped 38 episodes and have a bunch more recorded and continue to book more." - Dave Gulas on persisting with his podcast
  • "You really never know where they're going to come from, or wet. Or right, it's got to be the right time as well, right? It's got to be the right, the right fit at the right time. So the more you can be visible out there with your online presence. And for me, it's through the podcast, or it's being a guest on a podcast like this." - Dave Gulas


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Dave Gulas, a former pharmaceutical sales executive who co-founded EZDC 3PL, an e-commerce fulfillment company. Dave talks about pivoting to the logistics industry during the COVID-19 boom, partnering with SPI Logistics as a freight agent, and the value of networking and building relationships. He also offers insights into his content marketing strategy and the impact of his "Beyond Fulfillment" podcast.


QUOTES:

  • "If you just start and keep showing up, good things are gonna happen. And that's really the secret. If you want even call that a secret. And so I just decided to do it and kept doing it. And now we have a real podcast, we've dropped 38 episodes and have a bunch more recorded and continue to book more." - Dave Gulas on persisting with his podcast
  • "You really never know where they're going to come from, or wet. Or right, it's got to be the right time as well, right? It's got to be the right, the right fit at the right time. So the more you can be visible out there with your online presence. And for me, it's through the podcast, or it's being a guest on a podcast like this." - Dave Gulas


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15186563 Tue, 18 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2511 full false Where Freight Marketing Goes Wrong with Virago's Jennie Malafarina Where Freight Marketing Goes Wrong with Virago's Jennie Malafarina In this episode we're talking with Jennie Malafarina, CEO of Virago Marketing on the common pitfalls companies make with freight marketing, including failing to research their target market, using overused stock imagery, and neglecting to embrace new channels like podcasting. Malafarina stresses the importance of building a personal brand and shares insights into creating a strategic revenue generation plan.


LINKS:


QUOTES:

  1. "I find that this industry sucks you in, and you never leave. More importantly, it's good that the industry sucks you in and that you move around the industry because we need that knowledge. We need people to understand the different nuances of the industry and be able to quickly apply solutions versus some of the greenroom people that are coming into the space." - Jennie Malafarina
  2. "There's never just this one path for every company. It's really about having a conversation and saying, what is the business trying to accomplish? What are the sales objectives? And how can marketing support that? So it's always going to be different based on that response." - Jennie Malafarina
  3. "Don't just start doing things to check boxes. Don't be like, we want a blog, so we're going to have a blog every week. Or we want to podcast so we're going to build a podcast. Who's your audience? Why is there a gap there?" - Jennie Malafarina


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode we're talking with Jennie Malafarina, CEO of Virago Marketing on the common pitfalls companies make with freight marketing, including failing to research their target market, using overused stock imagery, and neglecting to embrace new channels like podcasting. Malafarina stresses the importance of building a personal brand and shares insights into creating a strategic revenue generation plan.


LINKS:


QUOTES:

  1. "I find that this industry sucks you in, and you never leave. More importantly, it's good that the industry sucks you in and that you move around the industry because we need that knowledge. We need people to understand the different nuances of the industry and be able to quickly apply solutions versus some of the greenroom people that are coming into the space." - Jennie Malafarina
  2. "There's never just this one path for every company. It's really about having a conversation and saying, what is the business trying to accomplish? What are the sales objectives? And how can marketing support that? So it's always going to be different based on that response." - Jennie Malafarina
  3. "Don't just start doing things to check boxes. Don't be like, we want a blog, so we're going to have a blog every week. Or we want to podcast so we're going to build a podcast. Who's your audience? Why is there a gap there?" - Jennie Malafarina


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15119916 Thu, 13 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400 4021 full false Why I Separated Digital Dispatch and the Everything is Logistics Podcast Why I Separated Digital Dispatch and the Everything is Logistics Podcast In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe explains the reasons behind her decision to separate her podcast from her web design company, Digital Dispatch. She discusses the need for better communication with clients, upgrading her financial acumen, and streamlining processes to maintain profitability and sustainability.

QUOTES:

  • "I went through and I wrote down every part of the process for onboarding, off-boarding, what happens during lead conversations, what happens when somebody becomes a customer, what happens when they move into an active opportunity. I ripped it all down and built it back up from the ashes of those flames from the previous processes." - Blythe Brumleve
  • "I'm a process junkie, and I would not be able to figure out my prices, I would not be able to develop a stronger financial acumen, if I didn't take all of my processes and just tear them down and start almost from like a zero-based budgeting perspective, but start as zero-base processing perspective." - Blythe Brumleve
  • "I thought if I was giving a fair price to me 10 years ago, me then, that was good enough. And that shouldn't be good enough. But I was creating this perception of myself and of my work and of my business, that I was cheap." - Blythe Brumleve
  • "If you never hear from me, it's a good thing; everything is running smoothly. If you hear from me, things are a little shaky. The problem is that my tech team does a really great job. So the clients never heard from me. And that was a gap in our communications." - Blythe Brumleve


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe explains the reasons behind her decision to separate her podcast from her web design company, Digital Dispatch. She discusses the need for better communication with clients, upgrading her financial acumen, and streamlining processes to maintain profitability and sustainability.

QUOTES:

  • "I went through and I wrote down every part of the process for onboarding, off-boarding, what happens during lead conversations, what happens when somebody becomes a customer, what happens when they move into an active opportunity. I ripped it all down and built it back up from the ashes of those flames from the previous processes." - Blythe Brumleve
  • "I'm a process junkie, and I would not be able to figure out my prices, I would not be able to develop a stronger financial acumen, if I didn't take all of my processes and just tear them down and start almost from like a zero-based budgeting perspective, but start as zero-base processing perspective." - Blythe Brumleve
  • "I thought if I was giving a fair price to me 10 years ago, me then, that was good enough. And that shouldn't be good enough. But I was creating this perception of myself and of my work and of my business, that I was cheap." - Blythe Brumleve
  • "If you never hear from me, it's a good thing; everything is running smoothly. If you hear from me, things are a little shaky. The problem is that my tech team does a really great job. So the clients never heard from me. And that was a gap in our communications." - Blythe Brumleve


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15142358 Tue, 11 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400 3256 women in logistics full false Delivering Innovation with DHL's Jennifer Miller Delivering Innovation with DHL's Jennifer Miller In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Jennifer Miller, Vice President Integrated Transportation at DHL Supply Chain. They discuss DHL's history as a parcel delivery pioneer, its evolution into a global logistics powerhouse, and its early adoption of digital technologies. Jennifer shares insights into DHL's use of robotics, AI, and sustainable vehicles to drive innovation and meet evolving customer needs.

QUOTES:

  • "When you have men and women in an organization, you're inherently going to be better when they can part if you only have women, you only have men that can be effective, but I generally find if you have different perspectives, different walks of life, and you can all come together and approach these problems and innovations differently, you're gonna get to a better place." - Jennifer Miller
  • "Visibility, I would say visibility of what is happening in their supply chain. And the ability to look at exception management through that visibility. So you know, I don't necessarily your customers don't necessarily want to go out and look at everything, but I want to see, tell me what I need to know and tell me in a really efficient digital way." - Jennifer Miller
  • "We have very large operations in both Latin America, both in Mexico and South America, as well as Central America. Mexico has a very large operational footprint for us. as well as cross border services, you know, either starting in Mexico or starting in the US. So that's something that we're very comfortable with and something we do, you know, extensively today." - Jennifer Miller
  • "When I started in supply chain, there weren't very many of us, I'll be honest, and certainly almost none in leadership. DHL has made a huge commitment to women in leadership. I would just tell [others] to be fearless. Just don't hold yourself back. This is a great industry." - Jennifer Miller


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Jennifer Miller, Vice President Integrated Transportation at DHL Supply Chain. They discuss DHL's history as a parcel delivery pioneer, its evolution into a global logistics powerhouse, and its early adoption of digital technologies. Jennifer shares insights into DHL's use of robotics, AI, and sustainable vehicles to drive innovation and meet evolving customer needs.

QUOTES:

  • "When you have men and women in an organization, you're inherently going to be better when they can part if you only have women, you only have men that can be effective, but I generally find if you have different perspectives, different walks of life, and you can all come together and approach these problems and innovations differently, you're gonna get to a better place." - Jennifer Miller
  • "Visibility, I would say visibility of what is happening in their supply chain. And the ability to look at exception management through that visibility. So you know, I don't necessarily your customers don't necessarily want to go out and look at everything, but I want to see, tell me what I need to know and tell me in a really efficient digital way." - Jennifer Miller
  • "We have very large operations in both Latin America, both in Mexico and South America, as well as Central America. Mexico has a very large operational footprint for us. as well as cross border services, you know, either starting in Mexico or starting in the US. So that's something that we're very comfortable with and something we do, you know, extensively today." - Jennifer Miller
  • "When I started in supply chain, there weren't very many of us, I'll be honest, and certainly almost none in leadership. DHL has made a huge commitment to women in leadership. I would just tell [others] to be fearless. Just don't hold yourself back. This is a great industry." - Jennifer Miller


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15128968 Thu, 06 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2858 women in logistics, working women full false Freight Friends: Tugboats, Barges, and Uber Freight's Carrier Summit Recap Freight Friends: Tugboats, Barges, and Uber Freight's Carrier Summit Recap Join Grace Sharkey and Blythe for the latest installment of Freight Friends, where they give some love to the unsung modes of shipping: tugboats and barges. Grace also gives us insight into Uber's third annual Carrier Summit, and gals close out the show by talking about the illegal ivory supply chain, Hubble Network, and good freight marketing.

QUOTES:

  • "Conventionally, tugboat captains move close to the assisted vessel to be able to grab the messenger line from the assisted vessels troops, often even under the bow or in the turbulent. A minor floor in the maneuvering can result in major damage or injuries of the deck crew of both the tugboat and the assisted ship." - From the video
  • "Most of the sales processes are very manual, and you got to talk to a lot of people, depending on what you're doing, you may be coordinating across 3456 different parties, each of which you have to communicate individually, depending on your use case. And that creates a really high barrier of entry for shippers." - From the Open Tug video
  • "So we simplify that we're the first digital marketplace to connect bulk and Breakbulk shippers with transportation and terminal capacity. Customers simply search for their requirements or destinations or cargo and their timeline, they booked that shipment and they track it to their destination." - From the Open Tug video

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Join Grace Sharkey and Blythe for the latest installment of Freight Friends, where they give some love to the unsung modes of shipping: tugboats and barges. Grace also gives us insight into Uber's third annual Carrier Summit, and gals close out the show by talking about the illegal ivory supply chain, Hubble Network, and good freight marketing.

QUOTES:

  • "Conventionally, tugboat captains move close to the assisted vessel to be able to grab the messenger line from the assisted vessels troops, often even under the bow or in the turbulent. A minor floor in the maneuvering can result in major damage or injuries of the deck crew of both the tugboat and the assisted ship." - From the video
  • "Most of the sales processes are very manual, and you got to talk to a lot of people, depending on what you're doing, you may be coordinating across 3456 different parties, each of which you have to communicate individually, depending on your use case. And that creates a really high barrier of entry for shippers." - From the Open Tug video
  • "So we simplify that we're the first digital marketplace to connect bulk and Breakbulk shippers with transportation and terminal capacity. Customers simply search for their requirements or destinations or cargo and their timeline, they booked that shipment and they track it to their destination." - From the Open Tug video

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15175385 Tue, 04 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400 8185 Freight Friends full false Robotics, Data, and Optimization with Dexory's Oana Jinga Robotics, Data, and Optimization with Dexory's Oana Jinga In this episode, Blythe and Oana Jinga, Co-Founder and Chief Commercial and Product Officer at Dexory, discuss the company's tall, autonomous robotics solution that collects granular data from warehouses to create a dynamic digital twin environment.

Jinga shares insights on leveraging this data for optimization, consolidating product locations, identifying discrepancies with WMS systems, and orchestrating other robotics operations.

LINKS:


QUOTES:

  • "The way we look at a digital twin is like it's a dynamic and living and breathing digital object. So it needs to be able to show you at any point in time, what's the latest that's happening in the physical world [of your warehouse], how that's evolving, and what factors are influencing that change." - Oana Jinga 
  • "The robot is there to collect information. But what you can do with that information, is pretty much limitless. You can extract data and different points, you can compare it with other data sources, you can crunch it, you can use it for simulation for forecasting, and so on." - Oana Jinga 
  • "So when we say a digital twin of a warehouse, we literally mean like this digital environment that changes continuously as the warehouse changes, and that you can also then use in the future, like if you do want to simulate and try different scenarios." - Oana Jinga 
  • "From our perspective, we use the robot to get data continuously from warehouses to push them into that digital twin and show as close to reality as possible what's going on." - Oana Jinga 
  • "We take continuous pictures of the racks, and then we deconstruct those and can use computer vision. And again, some elements of machine learning to see what we're seeing in that data." - Oana Jinga


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe and Oana Jinga, Co-Founder and Chief Commercial and Product Officer at Dexory, discuss the company's tall, autonomous robotics solution that collects granular data from warehouses to create a dynamic digital twin environment.

Jinga shares insights on leveraging this data for optimization, consolidating product locations, identifying discrepancies with WMS systems, and orchestrating other robotics operations.

LINKS:


QUOTES:

  • "The way we look at a digital twin is like it's a dynamic and living and breathing digital object. So it needs to be able to show you at any point in time, what's the latest that's happening in the physical world [of your warehouse], how that's evolving, and what factors are influencing that change." - Oana Jinga 
  • "The robot is there to collect information. But what you can do with that information, is pretty much limitless. You can extract data and different points, you can compare it with other data sources, you can crunch it, you can use it for simulation for forecasting, and so on." - Oana Jinga 
  • "So when we say a digital twin of a warehouse, we literally mean like this digital environment that changes continuously as the warehouse changes, and that you can also then use in the future, like if you do want to simulate and try different scenarios." - Oana Jinga 
  • "From our perspective, we use the robot to get data continuously from warehouses to push them into that digital twin and show as close to reality as possible what's going on." - Oana Jinga 
  • "We take continuous pictures of the racks, and then we deconstruct those and can use computer vision. And again, some elements of machine learning to see what we're seeing in that data." - Oana Jinga


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15029081 Thu, 30 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2728 log tech, women in logistics full false Why This Freight Agent Only Hires Family Why This Freight Agent Only Hires Family In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we talk with Steve Burroughs, agency owner at SPI Logistics, who exclusively hires family members to work at his freight agency. Hear how this approach has shaped the dynamics of his business, from maintaining work-life balance to building a resilient and loyal team. Steve shares personal anecdotes and lessons learned from integrating family into his professional world and navigating the intricacies of the freight market.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we talk with Steve Burroughs, agency owner at SPI Logistics, who exclusively hires family members to work at his freight agency. Hear how this approach has shaped the dynamics of his business, from maintaining work-life balance to building a resilient and loyal team. Steve shares personal anecdotes and lessons learned from integrating family into his professional world and navigating the intricacies of the freight market.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15117550 Thu, 23 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400 4436 full false From Intern to CEO with uShip's Heather Hoover-Salomon From Intern to CEO with uShip's Heather Hoover-Salomon In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Heather Hoover-Salomon, CEO of uShip, about her journey from a PR intern to leading the 20-year-old company.

She discusses writing an unsent resignation letter that changed her career trajectory, advocating for customers, embracing AI, and encouraging women in logistics.

Heather also explores navigating entrepreneurial challenges, leveraging data for streamlined solutions, promoting diversity in male-dominated industries, and using strategic communication to drive organizational change.

QUOTES:

"Did I really want to leave? No. But it helped me clearly articulate and put on paper, what the roadblock is, what I want to do about it, and then clearly articulate alright, what am I going to go back and talk to my senior leadership about and really make the case that we need to drive change here in order for our business to be sustainable in order for us to earn the right to continue to innovate in areas outside of our core business."

"Week one was all communication to the company: here's what's happening, here's why. Here's the plan- just giving confidence, lots of meetings with lots of people internally, and then communicating the plan and the way forward." - Heather Hoover-Salomon (on her first week as CEO)

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Heather Hoover-Salomon, CEO of uShip, about her journey from a PR intern to leading the 20-year-old company.

She discusses writing an unsent resignation letter that changed her career trajectory, advocating for customers, embracing AI, and encouraging women in logistics.

Heather also explores navigating entrepreneurial challenges, leveraging data for streamlined solutions, promoting diversity in male-dominated industries, and using strategic communication to drive organizational change.

QUOTES:

"Did I really want to leave? No. But it helped me clearly articulate and put on paper, what the roadblock is, what I want to do about it, and then clearly articulate alright, what am I going to go back and talk to my senior leadership about and really make the case that we need to drive change here in order for our business to be sustainable in order for us to earn the right to continue to innovate in areas outside of our core business."

"Week one was all communication to the company: here's what's happening, here's why. Here's the plan- just giving confidence, lots of meetings with lots of people internally, and then communicating the plan and the way forward." - Heather Hoover-Salomon (on her first week as CEO)

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15081624 Tue, 21 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400 3551 women in logistics, working women full false The Container Operating System with Gnosis Freight The Container Operating System with Gnosis Freight In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Jake Hoffman, CTO of Gnosis Freight, about container visibility and execution in global supply chains.

He explains how Gnosis provides a "container operating system" that connects disparate data sources to give shippers real-time visibility and enable automated execution.

Jake also discusses overcoming imposter syndrome when tackling unsolved supply chain data challenges, the importance of managing supply chain exceptions, and how Gnosis approaches data standardization across ocean carriers, terminals, and customers.

LINKS:


QUOTES:

"If there was standardization in the industry that everybody adheres to that would be easier. And I think there are efforts being made by the Digital Container Shipping Association to work with the ocean carriers themselves. If we get all the ocean carriers to follow this data model and their API's and their data exchange that they're participating in, that it makes it easier for both individual shippers, software companies like us, freight forwarders, and so on to digest that data and do things with it." - Jake Hoffman

"Visibility helps you understand what's happening and execution helps you actually do something about that."

"We have a ubiquitous data model for everything. Every container that flows from Shanghai to Los Angeles is on these big vessels. And we know the route that it's taking and the stops that the vessel is making along the way. So we can make predictions for say 80% of it. And then the last 20% is at the customer level." - Jake Hoffman


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Jake Hoffman, CTO of Gnosis Freight, about container visibility and execution in global supply chains.

He explains how Gnosis provides a "container operating system" that connects disparate data sources to give shippers real-time visibility and enable automated execution.

Jake also discusses overcoming imposter syndrome when tackling unsolved supply chain data challenges, the importance of managing supply chain exceptions, and how Gnosis approaches data standardization across ocean carriers, terminals, and customers.

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"If there was standardization in the industry that everybody adheres to that would be easier. And I think there are efforts being made by the Digital Container Shipping Association to work with the ocean carriers themselves. If we get all the ocean carriers to follow this data model and their API's and their data exchange that they're participating in, that it makes it easier for both individual shippers, software companies like us, freight forwarders, and so on to digest that data and do things with it." - Jake Hoffman

"Visibility helps you understand what's happening and execution helps you actually do something about that."

"We have a ubiquitous data model for everything. Every container that flows from Shanghai to Los Angeles is on these big vessels. And we know the route that it's taking and the stops that the vessel is making along the way. So we can make predictions for say 80% of it. And then the last 20% is at the customer level." - Jake Hoffman


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14992207 Thu, 16 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400 3370 full false Freight Broker Training and Content Marketing Strategy with Freight 360 Freight Broker Training and Content Marketing Strategy with Freight 360 In this episode, Nate Cross and Ben Kowalski, creators of the Freight Broker Basics course and the Freight 360 podcast, share their insights on content marketing, freight broker training, and balancing work with side projects. They offer valuable tips on prospecting, follow-up processes, cold-calling techniques, and how AI tools like ChatGPT can aid brokers. The two also cover challenges new brokers face, creating authentic content, effective marketing emails, and advice for managing personal branding efforts.


LINKS:


QUOTES:

  • "The number one reason that brokers don't succeed in the sales side is they're not make they're not putting the activity in, it's a numbers game. And if they just if you're not making the calls, number one, it's less opportunity to talk to people. And number two, it's less opportunity for you to refine your skills to effectively communicate." - Nate 
  • "A lot of this was just me and him writing it out, coming up with the topics sharing it back and forth and then sending it to other people we knew in the industry to audit it for us and say, Hey, what are else? What else are we missing?" - Ben Kowolski on creating the Freight Broker Basics course. 
  • "So the coffee challenge is really just to go when next time you buy coffee, you have to ask them for a discount, which no matter what it is, you just say hey, can I get 25% off this cup of coffee, which is a really awkward thing to ask." - Ben Kowolski on practicing negotiating skills 
  • "Everybody likes to teach and talk about things they know. I want to ask just enough questions to get this person I'm calling to be interested in to want to talk to me a question does that." - Ben Kowolski on effective prospecting. 
  • "I think it does help us get better at the things we're doing. I hope there's more of that and less of people just outsourcing it directly and going, whatever, what's good enough, send it as big unintended consequences." - Ben Kowolski on using AI tools to assist rather than fully automate. 
  • "And I don't know what that's going to look like. So there's a fear a little bit. But I'm like, Well, I'd rather move towards the fear and be on

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Nate Cross and Ben Kowalski, creators of the Freight Broker Basics course and the Freight 360 podcast, share their insights on content marketing, freight broker training, and balancing work with side projects. They offer valuable tips on prospecting, follow-up processes, cold-calling techniques, and how AI tools like ChatGPT can aid brokers. The two also cover challenges new brokers face, creating authentic content, effective marketing emails, and advice for managing personal branding efforts.


LINKS:


QUOTES:

  • "The number one reason that brokers don't succeed in the sales side is they're not make they're not putting the activity in, it's a numbers game. And if they just if you're not making the calls, number one, it's less opportunity to talk to people. And number two, it's less opportunity for you to refine your skills to effectively communicate." - Nate 
  • "A lot of this was just me and him writing it out, coming up with the topics sharing it back and forth and then sending it to other people we knew in the industry to audit it for us and say, Hey, what are else? What else are we missing?" - Ben Kowolski on creating the Freight Broker Basics course. 
  • "So the coffee challenge is really just to go when next time you buy coffee, you have to ask them for a discount, which no matter what it is, you just say hey, can I get 25% off this cup of coffee, which is a really awkward thing to ask." - Ben Kowolski on practicing negotiating skills 
  • "Everybody likes to teach and talk about things they know. I want to ask just enough questions to get this person I'm calling to be interested in to want to talk to me a question does that." - Ben Kowolski on effective prospecting. 
  • "I think it does help us get better at the things we're doing. I hope there's more of that and less of people just outsourcing it directly and going, whatever, what's good enough, send it as big unintended consequences." - Ben Kowolski on using AI tools to assist rather than fully automate. 
  • "And I don't know what that's going to look like. So there's a fear a little bit. But I'm like, Well, I'd rather move towards the fear and be on

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14962783 Tue, 14 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400 4975 brokers full false Alibaba's tools for cross border shipping and global sourcing with Yikun Shao Alibaba's tools for cross border shipping and global sourcing with Yikun Shao In this episode, Blythe and Yikun Shao, Head of North America Supply Chain at Alibaba.com, discuss how the platform helps small and medium businesses with global sourcing and logistics. Shao highlights Alibaba's AI tools like language translation, image generation for product design, and logistics marketplace. He also details educational resources on trade compliance, managing cross-border shipping challenges, and navigating customs regulations.


LINKS:


QUOTES:

  • "Nearly two thirds of businesses they plan on increasing their reliance on online sourcing, and including those bigger and more established businesses." - Yikun Shao
  • "Using AI capability can also handle real time inquiries from multiple areas and provide even in some instances provide some industry insights, so that our business buyers and sellers can make more informed decisions." - Yikun Shao
  • "We recently launched a smart assistant tool to help facilitate RFQ transaction and communication aspects on our platform. One of the functions is real-time language translation when buyers and sellers are communicating through a video chat, it helps provide translation services in real-time to at least 17 different languages. Since this new RFQ feature has been introduced, it has driven a 29% increase in quotes from suppliers for small businesses." - Yikun Shao


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe and Yikun Shao, Head of North America Supply Chain at Alibaba.com, discuss how the platform helps small and medium businesses with global sourcing and logistics. Shao highlights Alibaba's AI tools like language translation, image generation for product design, and logistics marketplace. He also details educational resources on trade compliance, managing cross-border shipping challenges, and navigating customs regulations.


LINKS:


QUOTES:

  • "Nearly two thirds of businesses they plan on increasing their reliance on online sourcing, and including those bigger and more established businesses." - Yikun Shao
  • "Using AI capability can also handle real time inquiries from multiple areas and provide even in some instances provide some industry insights, so that our business buyers and sellers can make more informed decisions." - Yikun Shao
  • "We recently launched a smart assistant tool to help facilitate RFQ transaction and communication aspects on our platform. One of the functions is real-time language translation when buyers and sellers are communicating through a video chat, it helps provide translation services in real-time to at least 17 different languages. Since this new RFQ feature has been introduced, it has driven a 29% increase in quotes from suppliers for small businesses." - Yikun Shao


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14951246 Thu, 09 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2660 source to porch, logtech full false 100 Years of Transportation Marketing and Sales 100 Years of Transportation Marketing and Sales In this episode, Blythe and Jennifer Karpus-Romain, the Executive Director of the Transportation Marketing & Sales Association (TMSA), discuss the organization's 100-year history, digital transformation, and the upcoming ELEVATE 2024 conference in New Orleans from June 9-11, 2024. Jennifer also shares insights into TMSA's marketing strategies, award programs, and educational content designed to help logistics professionals enhance their marketing and sales skills. 

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QUOTES:

"We have a benchmarking study. That's a sales and marketing survey that we do to our members and people in the industry. It tells you what is going on and sales marketing today what people are spending their budgets on. How many sales and marketing people do they have at their companies? That's always a question I get all the time. What are people outsourcing like? What are people keeping in house? What software's are they? What types of software are they using? Are they integrating their software's all that kind of stuff lives in that benchmarking study, and that's accessible only to members so it all lives inside the member portal." - Jennifer Karpus-Romain 

"Like when people are always like when you're starting new things like what what's your advice? And I'm like, well, like anytime you're starting new things you need to evaluate its actual purpose. And like half the people, especially as the marketing person, like you get thrown so many things and you're like what is the what is the point of this? Like, what how does this serve our business purpose?" - Jennifer Karpus-Romain


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe and Jennifer Karpus-Romain, the Executive Director of the Transportation Marketing & Sales Association (TMSA), discuss the organization's 100-year history, digital transformation, and the upcoming ELEVATE 2024 conference in New Orleans from June 9-11, 2024. Jennifer also shares insights into TMSA's marketing strategies, award programs, and educational content designed to help logistics professionals enhance their marketing and sales skills. 

LINKS:


QUOTES:

"We have a benchmarking study. That's a sales and marketing survey that we do to our members and people in the industry. It tells you what is going on and sales marketing today what people are spending their budgets on. How many sales and marketing people do they have at their companies? That's always a question I get all the time. What are people outsourcing like? What are people keeping in house? What software's are they? What types of software are they using? Are they integrating their software's all that kind of stuff lives in that benchmarking study, and that's accessible only to members so it all lives inside the member portal." - Jennifer Karpus-Romain 

"Like when people are always like when you're starting new things like what what's your advice? And I'm like, well, like anytime you're starting new things you need to evaluate its actual purpose. And like half the people, especially as the marketing person, like you get thrown so many things and you're like what is the what is the point of this? Like, what how does this serve our business purpose?" - Jennifer Karpus-Romain


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-15008075 Tue, 07 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400 3648 Conferences & Events full false The 2024 Freight Agent Playbook with SPI Logistics The 2024 Freight Agent Playbook with SPI Logistics In this episode, Mike Mikulik, VP of Marketing and Sales at SPI Logistics, offers an insider's perspective on the freight agent model. He and Blythe discuss topics like commission structures, technology tools, carrier vetting, and effective sales strategies. Whether you're considering becoming a freight agent or want to improve your current operations, this episode provides the information needed to navigate and thrive in the competitive logistics industry.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Mike Mikulik, VP of Marketing and Sales at SPI Logistics, offers an insider's perspective on the freight agent model. He and Blythe discuss topics like commission structures, technology tools, carrier vetting, and effective sales strategies. Whether you're considering becoming a freight agent or want to improve your current operations, this episode provides the information needed to navigate and thrive in the competitive logistics industry.


LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14939793 Thu, 02 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2858 SPI, SPI Logistics full false Freight Friends: The State of Freight, Warehouse Drones, and Snack Production Logistics Freight Friends: The State of Freight, Warehouse Drones, and Snack Production Logistics Join Grace Sharkey and Blythe for the latest installment of Freight Friends, where they unpack the current state of the freight market and its economic drivers. Discover cutting-edge business ideas like using drones to streamline warehouse inventory, leveraging digital twin technology for optimizing manufacturing, and implementing AI-driven phone systems for smoother logistics operations. Plus, don't miss their exploration of the logistics behind the diverse flavors in the booming snack industry and the hype surrounding themed movie theater popcorn buckets.

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QUOTES:

  • "A lot of brokers have been telling me produce season hasn't been picking up like it should. Again, I always like to kind of look at those around me whenever I want to kind of make a prediction of what's happening with the freight market or even more so what's happening possibly down the line." - Grace Sharkey
  • "We have a broker that I inherited, and I swear each week, I get another email or call from a different rep. They're DMs, we are already a customer and he says it's very annoying." - Matt (quoted by Blythe)
  • "What I think is really cool is this is a company that uses drones, computer vision from those drones to offer inventory management solutions for warehouses. So again, taking a giant warehouse and being able to send a drone out to read every item, take inventory, take all that data, bring it back to managers and figure out where they only want that they can." - Grace Sharkey (on Gather AI)
  • "If you're buying a specialty flavor, Lay's chips it likely came from a factory that's two hours away and has been in business for 50 years with a local supply chain." - Ryan Harlan (quoted by Blythe)
  • "Companies like Nestle think that this model of novelty is the future as they come back things like Ozempic Taking over where people are eating less." - Blythe Brumleve
  • "Last summer AMC chief Adam Aaron predicted that 25,000 Special Edition B

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Join Grace Sharkey and Blythe for the latest installment of Freight Friends, where they unpack the current state of the freight market and its economic drivers. Discover cutting-edge business ideas like using drones to streamline warehouse inventory, leveraging digital twin technology for optimizing manufacturing, and implementing AI-driven phone systems for smoother logistics operations. Plus, don't miss their exploration of the logistics behind the diverse flavors in the booming snack industry and the hype surrounding themed movie theater popcorn buckets.

LINKS:


QUOTES:

  • "A lot of brokers have been telling me produce season hasn't been picking up like it should. Again, I always like to kind of look at those around me whenever I want to kind of make a prediction of what's happening with the freight market or even more so what's happening possibly down the line." - Grace Sharkey
  • "We have a broker that I inherited, and I swear each week, I get another email or call from a different rep. They're DMs, we are already a customer and he says it's very annoying." - Matt (quoted by Blythe)
  • "What I think is really cool is this is a company that uses drones, computer vision from those drones to offer inventory management solutions for warehouses. So again, taking a giant warehouse and being able to send a drone out to read every item, take inventory, take all that data, bring it back to managers and figure out where they only want that they can." - Grace Sharkey (on Gather AI)
  • "If you're buying a specialty flavor, Lay's chips it likely came from a factory that's two hours away and has been in business for 50 years with a local supply chain." - Ryan Harlan (quoted by Blythe)
  • "Companies like Nestle think that this model of novelty is the future as they come back things like Ozempic Taking over where people are eating less." - Blythe Brumleve
  • "Last summer AMC chief Adam Aaron predicted that 25,000 Special Edition B

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14974108 Tue, 30 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400 7297 freight friends full false From Nuclear Power to Logistics Software: The ProShip Story From Nuclear Power to Logistics Software: The ProShip Story In this episode, Justin Cramer, co-founder of ProShip, and Blythe discuss what it's like managing thousands of parcel shipments daily. He explains his transition from the Navy to logistics software, handling peak seasons across industries, and integrating carrier compliance updates. The episode also explores separating systems of record, the onboarding process for enterprise shippers, and how AI could enhance predictive transit time estimates based on weather, events, and other data.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Justin Cramer, co-founder of ProShip, and Blythe discuss what it's like managing thousands of parcel shipments daily. He explains his transition from the Navy to logistics software, handling peak seasons across industries, and integrating carrier compliance updates. The episode also explores separating systems of record, the onboarding process for enterprise shippers, and how AI could enhance predictive transit time estimates based on weather, events, and other data.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14935609 Thu, 25 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400 3193 Shippers POV full false Automating Annoying Phone Calls in Freight with Happyrobot Automating Annoying Phone Calls in Freight with Happyrobot In this episode, Blythe speaks with Pablo Palafox, CEO of Happyrobot, about using AI-powered voice assistants to automate repetitive tasks in freight operations. They discuss Pablo's background in industrial engineering and computer science, and how Happy Robot's technology can free up logistics teams to focus on higher-value work, improving efficiency and customer service.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe speaks with Pablo Palafox, CEO of Happyrobot, about using AI-powered voice assistants to automate repetitive tasks in freight operations. They discuss Pablo's background in industrial engineering and computer science, and how Happy Robot's technology can free up logistics teams to focus on higher-value work, improving efficiency and customer service.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14906586 Tue, 23 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400 3691 full false Great Lakes Shipping and Michigan's Natural Resources with Rust Belt Kid Great Lakes Shipping and Michigan's Natural Resources with Rust Belt Kid In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Jack Zwart, the shipping manager at GatorBar, a manufacturer of composite rebar in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. He shares information on the history and importance of the Rust Belt, the role of the Great Lakes in raw material shipping, and the value of building personal relationships with carriers. Jack also explains how he stumbled into his manufacturing role, the unique transportation challenges faced by rural Midwest shippers, and insights into the future of American manufacturing.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe speaks with Jack Zwart, the shipping manager at GatorBar, a manufacturer of composite rebar in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. He shares information on the history and importance of the Rust Belt, the role of the Great Lakes in raw material shipping, and the value of building personal relationships with carriers. Jack also explains how he stumbled into his manufacturing role, the unique transportation challenges faced by rural Midwest shippers, and insights into the future of American manufacturing.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14870544 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400 3558 Shippers POV full false Freight Friends: The Chocolate Crisis, Changing Retail Landscape, and Truck Advertising Freight Friends: The Chocolate Crisis, Changing Retail Landscape, and Truck Advertising Grace Sharkey and Blythe are back with another episode of Freight Friends! This time the duo addresses the evolving retail landscape, including Shein's supply chain services and Amazon's "Just Walk Out" technology halt. They also discuss the Baltimore bridge collapse and the rise of online misinformation, covering a range of timely logistics and supply chain topics.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Grace Sharkey and Blythe are back with another episode of Freight Friends! This time the duo addresses the evolving retail landscape, including Shein's supply chain services and Amazon's "Just Walk Out" technology halt. They also discuss the Baltimore bridge collapse and the rise of online misinformation, covering a range of timely logistics and supply chain topics.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14865786 Thu, 11 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400 6925 freight friends full false Happy Accidents with Greenscreens CEO Dawn Salvucci-Favier Happy Accidents with Greenscreens CEO Dawn Salvucci-Favier In this episode, Blythe speaks with Greenscreens CEO and Chief Product Officer Dawn Salvucci-Favier about her transition from administrative assistant to freight tech innovator. Dawn discusses the evolution of freight brokerages, TMS systems, and the power of predictive pricing using AI and machine learning. She also shares insights into the changing freight landscape and strategies driving successful freight tech companies.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe speaks with Greenscreens CEO and Chief Product Officer Dawn Salvucci-Favier about her transition from administrative assistant to freight tech innovator. Dawn discusses the evolution of freight brokerages, TMS systems, and the power of predictive pricing using AI and machine learning. She also shares insights into the changing freight landscape and strategies driving successful freight tech companies.

LINKS: 


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14838166 Tue, 09 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400 5489 women in logistics full false Maritime Roundup: Experts Detail the Legal, Journalism, Data, and Merchant Mariner POV Maritime Roundup: Experts Detail the Legal, Journalism, Data, and Merchant Mariner POV In this episode, we're going to examine the maritime sector's impact on global trade after the Baltimore Bridge collapse. 

In this roundup, we're featuring conversations with a TikTok-famous merchant mariner Gabby Salazar, who defies industry norms; Chris Cook, who uses data to track grain shipments through Ukraine; maritime attorney Lauren Beagan, explaining the complexities of maritime law; and Nick Chubb, showcasing how technology streamlines ancient shipping practices.


Whether you're intrigued by the legalities, the data, the technology, or the human stories behind the scenes, this maritime-focused episode is for you.

GUEST TIME STAMPS: 


QUOTABLES:

Lauren Beagen: "90% of all goods are shipped via the big cargo ships, there are many issues that pop up all the time.  Navigating through the legal straits that every cargo ship must cross underscores the monumental stakes of maritime law."

Gabby Salazar: "Working in a male-dominated field, it's like just another day in the office... our office just floats and is 1,000 feet long."

Chris Cook: "The invasion of Ukraine... opened up a series of enormously important stories."

Nick Chubb: "Streamlining this ancient industry is about more than just integrating new technology; it's about changing the way we think about shipping and logistics."


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, we're going to examine the maritime sector's impact on global trade after the Baltimore Bridge collapse. 

In this roundup, we're featuring conversations with a TikTok-famous merchant mariner Gabby Salazar, who defies industry norms; Chris Cook, who uses data to track grain shipments through Ukraine; maritime attorney Lauren Beagan, explaining the complexities of maritime law; and Nick Chubb, showcasing how technology streamlines ancient shipping practices.


Whether you're intrigued by the legalities, the data, the technology, or the human stories behind the scenes, this maritime-focused episode is for you.

GUEST TIME STAMPS: 


QUOTABLES:

Lauren Beagen: "90% of all goods are shipped via the big cargo ships, there are many issues that pop up all the time.  Navigating through the legal straits that every cargo ship must cross underscores the monumental stakes of maritime law."

Gabby Salazar: "Working in a male-dominated field, it's like just another day in the office... our office just floats and is 1,000 feet long."

Chris Cook: "The invasion of Ukraine... opened up a series of enormously important stories."

Nick Chubb: "Streamlining this ancient industry is about more than just integrating new technology; it's about changing the way we think about shipping and logistics."


LISTEN NEXT: 

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14816576 Thu, 04 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400 10457 full false How Inefficient Processes Hold Your Freight Brokerage Back How Inefficient Processes Hold Your Freight Brokerage Back In this episode, Blythe and Sean McGillicuddy, Chief Revenue Officer at Tai Software, explore how inefficient processes can hold back freight brokerages. Sean shares valuable advice on optimizing operations, leveraging data and analytics, and developing a strong brand identity to attract and retain customers. He also discusses auditing processes, utilizing TMS analytics, balancing marketing/sales efforts, implementing AI/automation, and understanding modern buyers' needs - all aimed at helping brokerages improve efficiency and drive growth.

LINKS:


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe and Sean McGillicuddy, Chief Revenue Officer at Tai Software, explore how inefficient processes can hold back freight brokerages. Sean shares valuable advice on optimizing operations, leveraging data and analytics, and developing a strong brand identity to attract and retain customers. He also discusses auditing processes, utilizing TMS analytics, balancing marketing/sales efforts, implementing AI/automation, and understanding modern buyers' needs - all aimed at helping brokerages improve efficiency and drive growth.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14774961 Tue, 02 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400 3302 full false A Crash Course in Freight AI with Garrett Allen A Crash Course in Freight AI with Garrett Allen In this episode, Blythe discusses the world of AI in freight with Garrett Allen, the co-founder of LoadPartner. Garrett discusses the current state of AI and how businesses can prepare for AI adoption. He also explains how AI can enhance logistics operations, addresses concerns about job displacement, and discusses the future of AI across the industry.

LINKS:


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe discusses the world of AI in freight with Garrett Allen, the co-founder of LoadPartner. Garrett discusses the current state of AI and how businesses can prepare for AI adoption. He also explains how AI can enhance logistics operations, addresses concerns about job displacement, and discusses the future of AI across the industry.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14766530 Thu, 28 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400 4218 full false Building a Digital Marketplace for Equipment with REPOWR Building a Digital Marketplace for Equipment with REPOWR In this episode, Blythe speaks with Jake Battles, VP of Business Development and Sales at REPOWR, about how his company has built a digital marketplace for renting trailers and equipment. Jake explains the challenges of trailer utilization, REPOWR's innovative solution, and how it benefits carriers and shippers alike. He also highlights pioneering approaches that increase supply chain flexibility and efficiency through intelligent trailer-sharing.

LINKS: 


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe speaks with Jake Battles, VP of Business Development and Sales at REPOWR, about how his company has built a digital marketplace for renting trailers and equipment. Jake explains the challenges of trailer utilization, REPOWR's innovative solution, and how it benefits carriers and shippers alike. He also highlights pioneering approaches that increase supply chain flexibility and efficiency through intelligent trailer-sharing.

LINKS: 


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14755286 Tue, 26 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400 3355 full false How to Promote Your Company with Marina Mayer How to Promote Your Company with Marina Mayer In this episode, Blythe speaks with Marina Mayer, the Editor-in-Chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive, about her journey in the logistics industry. Marina discusses the importance of promoting women in supply chain, the challenges of editorial planning, and her advice for independent creators. She also provides insights into her favorite tools, books, and logistics facts, and provides valuable perspectives for those passionate about supply chain, content creation, and gender diversity in the field.

LINKS:


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe speaks with Marina Mayer, the Editor-in-Chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive, about her journey in the logistics industry. Marina discusses the importance of promoting women in supply chain, the challenges of editorial planning, and her advice for independent creators. She also provides insights into her favorite tools, books, and logistics facts, and provides valuable perspectives for those passionate about supply chain, content creation, and gender diversity in the field.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14724163 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400 1707 women in logistics full false Leveling Up Your Freight Sales Strategy Leveling Up Your Freight Sales Strategy This episode features a discussion between Blythe and Holly LaBoda from "Logistics Luminaries Live!" focusing on leveling up freight sales strategy. Topics include bridging the gap between marketing and sales, leveraging content creation for customer engagement, the power of storytelling, and using AI tools to enhance sales processes. This episode provides valuable takeaways for logistics professionals seeking to improve their sales approach, align marketing efforts, and effectively connect with customers.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode features a discussion between Blythe and Holly LaBoda from "Logistics Luminaries Live!" focusing on leveling up freight sales strategy. Topics include bridging the gap between marketing and sales, leveraging content creation for customer engagement, the power of storytelling, and using AI tools to enhance sales processes. This episode provides valuable takeaways for logistics professionals seeking to improve their sales approach, align marketing efforts, and effectively connect with customers.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14706542 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2007 women in logistics full false Manifest Panel: How Is True Visibility Achieved? Manifest Panel: How Is True Visibility Achieved? This episode highlights a panel discussion moderated by Blythe, from Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain & Logistics, focusing on the topic of "Multimodal Shipping & International Growth: How is True Visibility Achieved?" Panelists included: 

  • Charlie Cunnion, VP, Supply Chain & Customer Service, CMPC Forest Productions NA
  • Jim McCullen, CIO, Century Supply Chain Solutions
  • Andrew Petrisin, Supply Chain Advisor, U.S. Department of Transportation 
  • Peter Weis, CIO, SVP Supply Chain, ITS Logistics

The discussion centered around challenges and solutions for attaining comprehensive multimodal visibility within the supply chain, addressing issues such as data quality, standards, and emerging technologies like APIs and AI, and emphasizing the importance of ecosystem collaboration to enhance transparency and coordination. Another focus was the necessity for collaborative efforts and an ecosystem approach to improve visibility and coordination across the supply chain.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode highlights a panel discussion moderated by Blythe, from Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain & Logistics, focusing on the topic of "Multimodal Shipping & International Growth: How is True Visibility Achieved?" Panelists included: 

  • Charlie Cunnion, VP, Supply Chain & Customer Service, CMPC Forest Productions NA
  • Jim McCullen, CIO, Century Supply Chain Solutions
  • Andrew Petrisin, Supply Chain Advisor, U.S. Department of Transportation 
  • Peter Weis, CIO, SVP Supply Chain, ITS Logistics

The discussion centered around challenges and solutions for attaining comprehensive multimodal visibility within the supply chain, addressing issues such as data quality, standards, and emerging technologies like APIs and AI, and emphasizing the importance of ecosystem collaboration to enhance transparency and coordination. Another focus was the necessity for collaborative efforts and an ecosystem approach to improve visibility and coordination across the supply chain.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14675292 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2369 full false Women Transforming Logistics with Ryder's Kristy Killingbeck Women Transforming Logistics with Ryder's Kristy Killingbeck In this episode, Blythe and Kristy Killingbeck, VP of Supply Chain Operations at Ryder, discuss evolving shipper expectations, the push for automation like AGVs, navigating the labor landscape across the U.S., and her perspective on mentorship for women in supply chain leadership roles. Kristy also describes what it's like to manage 40 facilities and a $1 billion freight book for major CPG brands.

LINKS:


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe and Kristy Killingbeck, VP of Supply Chain Operations at Ryder, discuss evolving shipper expectations, the push for automation like AGVs, navigating the labor landscape across the U.S., and her perspective on mentorship for women in supply chain leadership roles. Kristy also describes what it's like to manage 40 facilities and a $1 billion freight book for major CPG brands.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14623313 Tue, 12 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400 1726 women in logistics full false Advancing Freight Tech with Ryan Schreiber Advancing Freight Tech with Ryan Schreiber In this episode, Blythe and Ryan Schreiber, the Chief Growth Officer at Metafora, discuss AI readiness, integrating data sources, developing a strong data strategy, and identifying specific business use cases.

Drawing from his diverse background spanning freight brokerage to tech startups, Ryan also offers practical advice for companies looking to successfully implement AI and extract meaningful insights from their data.

LINKS:


WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe and Ryan Schreiber, the Chief Growth Officer at Metafora, discuss AI readiness, integrating data sources, developing a strong data strategy, and identifying specific business use cases.

Drawing from his diverse background spanning freight brokerage to tech startups, Ryan also offers practical advice for companies looking to successfully implement AI and extract meaningful insights from their data.

LINKS:


WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14600148 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0500 1750 full false Freight Friends: The Makeup Supply Chain, Automating Manufacturing, and Freight Broker Advice Freight Friends: The Makeup Supply Chain, Automating Manufacturing, and Freight Broker Advice Grace Sharkey and Blythe Brumleve are back with another episode of Freight Friends! This time the duo discusses ISO Technologies releasing service awards for carriers, advice for freight brokerages, automating manufacturing, and the supply chain of makeup.

LINKS:


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Grace Sharkey and Blythe Brumleve are back with another episode of Freight Friends! This time the duo discusses ISO Technologies releasing service awards for carriers, advice for freight brokerages, automating manufacturing, and the supply chain of makeup.

LINKS:


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14620262 Tue, 05 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0500 7493 full false Building a Logistics Technology Lab with Ryder's Nate Robert Building a Logistics Technology Lab with Ryder's Nate Robert In this episode, Blythe and Nate Robert, founder of logistics startup Baton, discuss how his company was acquired by Ryder to build out their new Silicon Valley-based technology lab. The goal of the 40-person lab consisting of engineers, designers, and product managers is to solve pain points identified through engagement with Ryder operators. This includes tackling the driver efficiency issue of only 6.5 productive hours out of an 11-hour driving day.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe and Nate Robert, founder of logistics startup Baton, discuss how his company was acquired by Ryder to build out their new Silicon Valley-based technology lab. The goal of the 40-person lab consisting of engineers, designers, and product managers is to solve pain points identified through engagement with Ryder operators. This includes tackling the driver efficiency issue of only 6.5 productive hours out of an 11-hour driving day.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14560620 Tue, 27 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500 2030 full false The Most Interesting Things We Saw at Manifest The Most Interesting Things We Saw at Manifest Grace Sharkey is back for a special live edition of Freight Friends recorded during Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain and Logistics in Las Vegas. Discussed on the show are the latest visibility technology and the problems that still need to be solved to achieve true end-to-end solutions, along with some of our favorite booths and trade show marketing on the 500-square-foot expo floor. 

Also, shout out to Zehl Logistics for hosting us at their podcast booth, which was a genius way of getting foot traffic, social media content, and making genuine connections.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Grace Sharkey is back for a special live edition of Freight Friends recorded during Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain and Logistics in Las Vegas. Discussed on the show are the latest visibility technology and the problems that still need to be solved to achieve true end-to-end solutions, along with some of our favorite booths and trade show marketing on the 500-square-foot expo floor. 

Also, shout out to Zehl Logistics for hosting us at their podcast booth, which was a genius way of getting foot traffic, social media content, and making genuine connections.

LINKS: 


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14508760 Thu, 22 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500 2922 full false How To Approach Website Redesigns How To Approach Website Redesigns In this episode, Blythe explains how to organize a website redesign project into phases based on priority, starting with an MVP launch before adding other features. Listeners are presented with tips for gathering the necessary "ingredients" ahead of time - such as detailed page outlines, text, images, bios, etc. - to make development smoother. Other audience takeaways include strategies for getting stakeholder buy-in early, while also limiting feedback rounds later to avoid getting derailed by too many opinions.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe explains how to organize a website redesign project into phases based on priority, starting with an MVP launch before adding other features. Listeners are presented with tips for gathering the necessary "ingredients" ahead of time - such as detailed page outlines, text, images, bios, etc. - to make development smoother. Other audience takeaways include strategies for getting stakeholder buy-in early, while also limiting feedback rounds later to avoid getting derailed by too many opinions.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14420511 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500 3374 full false How Relay Payments Fights Fraud and Fosters Relationships How Relay Payments Fights Fraud and Fosters Relationships In this episode, Blythe discusses fighting fraud and the value of great customer service with Meghann Erhart, EVP at Relay Payments. She emphasizes customer service rooted in empathy, honed through over 15 years in the industry and firsthand experiences with drivers. Meghann also stresses the importance of kindness and fostering strong relationships within the freight community.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe discusses fighting fraud and the value of great customer service with Meghann Erhart, EVP at Relay Payments. She emphasizes customer service rooted in empathy, honed through over 15 years in the industry and firsthand experiences with drivers. Meghann also stresses the importance of kindness and fostering strong relationships within the freight community.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14494090 Thu, 15 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500 3574 women in logistics full false A Freight Sales Masterclass with MoLo Co-Founder Stephan Mathis A Freight Sales Masterclass with MoLo Co-Founder Stephan Mathis In this episode, Blythe discusses the art of freight sales with 15-year industry veteran and former MoLo cofounder, Stephan Mathis. He shares tips on building trust and long-term partnerships, overcoming adversity to strengthen relationships, leveraging storytelling and reviews to stand out, and developing a personal brand on LinkedIn, as well as providing more invaluable advice for new and experienced brokers alike.  Overall, this episode serves as a masterclass on setting a brokerage up for long-term success!

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe discusses the art of freight sales with 15-year industry veteran and former MoLo cofounder, Stephan Mathis. He shares tips on building trust and long-term partnerships, overcoming adversity to strengthen relationships, leveraging storytelling and reviews to stand out, and developing a personal brand on LinkedIn, as well as providing more invaluable advice for new and experienced brokers alike.  Overall, this episode serves as a masterclass on setting a brokerage up for long-term success!

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14476790 Tue, 13 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500 4727 full false What It Takes to Make It in the Freight Brokerage Business What It Takes to Make It in the Freight Brokerage Business In this episode, Blythe interviews Anita Bassi, Vice President of People and Operations at  SPI Logistics. They discuss her career journey in the freight industry, the day-to-day challenges freight agents face, and the unique way SPI supports its agents through technology assistance and proactive fraud prevention to reduce turnover and cultivate enduring partnerships. Anita also emphasizes the importance of networking and continual career development for freight agents to stay competitive, as well as offers advice to agents looking to thrive in this fast-evolving industry.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe interviews Anita Bassi, Vice President of People and Operations at  SPI Logistics. They discuss her career journey in the freight industry, the day-to-day challenges freight agents face, and the unique way SPI supports its agents through technology assistance and proactive fraud prevention to reduce turnover and cultivate enduring partnerships. Anita also emphasizes the importance of networking and continual career development for freight agents to stay competitive, as well as offers advice to agents looking to thrive in this fast-evolving industry.

LINKS: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14404904 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500 2291 women in logistics full false Freight Friends: Freight Drama, Building Personal Brand, and Logistics of Magnets and Flowers Freight Friends: Freight Drama, Building Personal Brand, and Logistics of Magnets and Flowers Grace Sharkey and Blythe Brumleve are back with another episode of Freight Friends! This time the duo discusses the ongoing legal cage match between Project44 and FourKites that could set new precedents around corporate libel laws. They also focus on relationship-building over product-pushing to stand out among the 33% rise in freight brokers vying for business. Other takeaways include fascinating details about the logistics process, like magnetizing metals for industrial uses and shipping planes packed with a million Valentine's flowers.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Grace Sharkey and Blythe Brumleve are back with another episode of Freight Friends! This time the duo discusses the ongoing legal cage match between Project44 and FourKites that could set new precedents around corporate libel laws. They also focus on relationship-building over product-pushing to stand out among the 33% rise in freight brokers vying for business. Other takeaways include fascinating details about the logistics process, like magnetizing metals for industrial uses and shipping planes packed with a million Valentine's flowers.

LINKS: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14420348 Tue, 06 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500 4482 full false The Future of Freight Broker Software The Future of Freight Broker Software In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve and Walter "Mitch" Mitchell, CEO of Tai Software, discuss logistics innovations that will revolutionize operations and accounting workflows for freight brokers in 2024 and beyond. Mitch highlights automation and AI breakthroughs that slash manual tasks by up to 90% while making shipments more profitable. He also shares best practices for system migrations, untangling carrier relationships, and using data to gain competitive advantage. 

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve and Walter "Mitch" Mitchell, CEO of Tai Software, discuss logistics innovations that will revolutionize operations and accounting workflows for freight brokers in 2024 and beyond. Mitch highlights automation and AI breakthroughs that slash manual tasks by up to 90% while making shipments more profitable. He also shares best practices for system migrations, untangling carrier relationships, and using data to gain competitive advantage. 

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14398679 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500 3369 full false Quick Website and Marketing Wins in 2024 Quick Website and Marketing Wins in 2024 In this episode of the "Everything Is Logistics" podcast, host Blythe Brumleve discusses quick website wins and improvements for 2024, building on a previous episode from 2023. She emphasizes the importance of owning your website as a key platform you control, unlike social media and using it to build trust and facilitate conversions. The goal is to craft an experience where visitors easily find social channels, convert to leads or book sales meetings.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of the "Everything Is Logistics" podcast, host Blythe Brumleve discusses quick website wins and improvements for 2024, building on a previous episode from 2023. She emphasizes the importance of owning your website as a key platform you control, unlike social media and using it to build trust and facilitate conversions. The goal is to craft an experience where visitors easily find social channels, convert to leads or book sales meetings.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14383060 Tue, 30 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500 3002 full false How the Manifest Conference Doubled Attendance How the Manifest Conference Doubled Attendance Manifest is one of the fastest-growing supply chain conferences, more than doubling attendance within just a couple years. In this episode, host Blythe Brumleve interviews Senior Vice President of Partnerships at Manifest/Connective, Dan Reiss, about what has fueled this explosive growth. He explains how Manifest differentiated itself from other logistics events by focusing on the latest technologies across the entire supply chain, not just freight and logistics operations. By curating innovative startups and creating unique, experiential activations - from puppy lounges to mocktail bars to hair salons - Manifest created a welcoming, engaging environment that keeps attendees coming back year after year.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Manifest is one of the fastest-growing supply chain conferences, more than doubling attendance within just a couple years. In this episode, host Blythe Brumleve interviews Senior Vice President of Partnerships at Manifest/Connective, Dan Reiss, about what has fueled this explosive growth. He explains how Manifest differentiated itself from other logistics events by focusing on the latest technologies across the entire supply chain, not just freight and logistics operations. By curating innovative startups and creating unique, experiential activations - from puppy lounges to mocktail bars to hair salons - Manifest created a welcoming, engaging environment that keeps attendees coming back year after year.

LINKS:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14367720 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500 2676 full false How War Affects Global Shipping with Sal Mercogliano How War Affects Global Shipping with Sal Mercogliano This episode features Sal Mercogliano, the mastermind behind the "What is Going On With Shipping" YouTube channel. He discusses global shipping's evolution dating back to WWII times, delving into its impact on local store prices, international trade policies, and the world's fascination with logistics. From conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine and Red Sea crises to supply chain strategies, Sal's insights shed light on the domino effect of shipping delays, offering a fresh perspective on just-in-time logistics and the digital revolution shaping business and trade history.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode features Sal Mercogliano, the mastermind behind the "What is Going On With Shipping" YouTube channel. He discusses global shipping's evolution dating back to WWII times, delving into its impact on local store prices, international trade policies, and the world's fascination with logistics. From conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine and Red Sea crises to supply chain strategies, Sal's insights shed light on the domino effect of shipping delays, offering a fresh perspective on just-in-time logistics and the digital revolution shaping business and trade history.

LINKS:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14352764 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500 5883 full false How Freight Companies Are Managing Their 2024 Marketing Budgets How Freight Companies Are Managing Their 2024 Marketing Budgets Today, I wanted to share an episode I recorded for Charlie Pesti, the logistics PR extraordinaire. Moderated by John Monarch, the discussion centers around how freight companies are managing their 2024 marketing budgets. Panelists include Steve Bonadio, VP of Global Marketing at Tive Inc., Clara Flaherty, Co-Founder and Head of Growth at CarrierSource, and Gemma Fiorentino, CEO of Consono, and myself. Together, we provide a comprehensive analysis of the latest market report, surveying decision-makers in marketing within the supply chain and logistics industry.

Brand new episodes of  Everything Is Logistics will be dropping in late January with all new guests and podcast partnerships. Until then, I hope y'all enjoy this one and find it valuable.

LINK:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Today, I wanted to share an episode I recorded for Charlie Pesti, the logistics PR extraordinaire. Moderated by John Monarch, the discussion centers around how freight companies are managing their 2024 marketing budgets. Panelists include Steve Bonadio, VP of Global Marketing at Tive Inc., Clara Flaherty, Co-Founder and Head of Growth at CarrierSource, and Gemma Fiorentino, CEO of Consono, and myself. Together, we provide a comprehensive analysis of the latest market report, surveying decision-makers in marketing within the supply chain and logistics industry.

Brand new episodes of  Everything Is Logistics will be dropping in late January with all new guests and podcast partnerships. Until then, I hope y'all enjoy this one and find it valuable.

LINK:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14273616 Thu, 11 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500 3730 full false What Do Truckers Want? Insights from Drive My Way's Beth Potratz What Do Truckers Want? Insights from Drive My Way's Beth Potratz This episode features Beth Potratz, founder and CEO of Drive My Way, discussing driver recruiting, retention, and helping drivers find fulfilling jobs. She explains what drivers want today, and how carriers can better communicate with and support drivers through feedback loops. Providing valuable perspectives on improving the driver experience, she also discusses personalized recruiting platforms and nurturing driver relationships.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode features Beth Potratz, founder and CEO of Drive My Way, discussing driver recruiting, retention, and helping drivers find fulfilling jobs. She explains what drivers want today, and how carriers can better communicate with and support drivers through feedback loops. Providing valuable perspectives on improving the driver experience, she also discusses personalized recruiting platforms and nurturing driver relationships.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14269738 Tue, 09 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500 3174 women in logistics full false Cargo Crimes and Disaster Logistics Cargo Crimes and Disaster Logistics In this episode, we're covering one of the more fascinating topics in all of supply chain - crime, fraud, and disasters. Grace Sharkey also makes her debut in the best of compilation because we cover cargo crime in each one of our monthly episodes. Meanwhile, the other portion of this compilation revolves around Disaster Logistics - where we have some of the best and brightest in logistics trying to optimize recovery efforts during some extremely challenging situations.

These episodes will play in order of how I think they will be the most valuable to you, the listener, but if you want to jump to a specific part, I've got each episode time-stamped as well as the link back to the original episode - which has some handy show links and ways to get in touch with the guest or topic from that episode.

Lastly, thank you so much for the support you've given this show during our first year of going fully independent. While these "best ofs" are airing, I'll be finalizing the first part of 2024's content plan with tons of new content on the way.

Until then, enjoy and I hope you find this episode helpful....

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, we're covering one of the more fascinating topics in all of supply chain - crime, fraud, and disasters. Grace Sharkey also makes her debut in the best of compilation because we cover cargo crime in each one of our monthly episodes. Meanwhile, the other portion of this compilation revolves around Disaster Logistics - where we have some of the best and brightest in logistics trying to optimize recovery efforts during some extremely challenging situations.

These episodes will play in order of how I think they will be the most valuable to you, the listener, but if you want to jump to a specific part, I've got each episode time-stamped as well as the link back to the original episode - which has some handy show links and ways to get in touch with the guest or topic from that episode.

Lastly, thank you so much for the support you've given this show during our first year of going fully independent. While these "best ofs" are airing, I'll be finalizing the first part of 2024's content plan with tons of new content on the way.

Until then, enjoy and I hope you find this episode helpful....

LINKS:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14246679 Fri, 05 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500 11075 full false How These Freight Creators Leveled Up How These Freight Creators Leveled Up It's that time of the year when the days between Thanksgiving and the New Year feel like one giant blur. But it's also a time to think about the things you want to get done in 2024. So what better way to get a handle on what to be thinking about than a mega episode of this year's best shows? 

In this episode, we're highlighting the creators in freight that appeared on the pod in 2023. Freight creators have grown tremendously since COVID and I firmly believe that we are still only scratching the surface of the content to be covered in this industry. 

Titans like Kevin Rutherford and Mike Lombard are noticeably missing from this episode, but that's because you can find them in the Trucking edition of our best-of series. But for this one, you'll get the likes of Joe Lynch, Rahmel Wattley, Matthew Leffler, Reed Loustalot, and Kevin Lawton. 

These episodes will play in order of how I think they will be the most valuable to you, the listener, but if you want to jump to a specific part, I've got each episode time-stamped as well as the link back to the original episode - which has some handy show links and ways to get in touch with the guest or topic from that episode. 

Lastly, thank you so much for the support you've given this show during our first year of going fully independent. While these "best ofs" are airing, I'll be finalizing the first part of 2024's content plan with tons of new content on the way. 

Until then, enjoy and I hope you find this episode helpful....

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> It's that time of the year when the days between Thanksgiving and the New Year feel like one giant blur. But it's also a time to think about the things you want to get done in 2024. So what better way to get a handle on what to be thinking about than a mega episode of this year's best shows? 

In this episode, we're highlighting the creators in freight that appeared on the pod in 2023. Freight creators have grown tremendously since COVID and I firmly believe that we are still only scratching the surface of the content to be covered in this industry. 

Titans like Kevin Rutherford and Mike Lombard are noticeably missing from this episode, but that's because you can find them in the Trucking edition of our best-of series. But for this one, you'll get the likes of Joe Lynch, Rahmel Wattley, Matthew Leffler, Reed Loustalot, and Kevin Lawton. 

These episodes will play in order of how I think they will be the most valuable to you, the listener, but if you want to jump to a specific part, I've got each episode time-stamped as well as the link back to the original episode - which has some handy show links and ways to get in touch with the guest or topic from that episode. 

Lastly, thank you so much for the support you've given this show during our first year of going fully independent. While these "best ofs" are airing, I'll be finalizing the first part of 2024's content plan with tons of new content on the way. 

Until then, enjoy and I hope you find this episode helpful....

EPISODES:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14218264 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500 20860 full false Logistics Meets Love at CLDA's Final Mile Forum Logistics Meets Love at CLDA's Final Mile Forum This episode explores the insights and expertise of Jason Burns, an industry expert and president of the Customized Logistics and Delivery Association (CLDA). Learn about the final mile logistics industry, the CLDA, their upcoming conference, and how the last mile keeps the wheels of commerce moving. The discussion provides valuable details about the CLDA's Final Mile Forum event happening in February 2024.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode explores the insights and expertise of Jason Burns, an industry expert and president of the Customized Logistics and Delivery Association (CLDA). Learn about the final mile logistics industry, the CLDA, their upcoming conference, and how the last mile keeps the wheels of commerce moving. The discussion provides valuable details about the CLDA's Final Mile Forum event happening in February 2024.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14211297 Thu, 28 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2944 full false Our Most Popular Freight Broker Podcasts of 2023 Our Most Popular Freight Broker Podcasts of 2023 It's that time of the year when the days between Thanksgiving and the New Year feels like one giant blur. But it's also a time to think about the things you want to get done in 2024. So what better way to get a handle on what to be thinking about than a mega episode of this year's best shows? 

In this episode, we're covering the top brokerage episodes with guests that serve a variety of roles from freight agents and founders up to the C-suite with episodes covering technology, social media, challenging freight, and leaving a big brokerage. 

these episodes will play in order of how I think they will be the most valuable to you, the listener, but if you want to jump to a specific part, I've got each episode time-stamped as well as the link back to the original episode--which has some handy show links and ways to get in touch with the guest or topic from that episode. 

lastly thank you so much for the support you've given this show during our first year of going fully independent. while these best-of's are airing, I'll be finalizing the first part of 2024's content plan with tons of new content on the way. 

Until then, enjoy and I hope you find this episode helpful....

LINKS:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> It's that time of the year when the days between Thanksgiving and the New Year feels like one giant blur. But it's also a time to think about the things you want to get done in 2024. So what better way to get a handle on what to be thinking about than a mega episode of this year's best shows? 

In this episode, we're covering the top brokerage episodes with guests that serve a variety of roles from freight agents and founders up to the C-suite with episodes covering technology, social media, challenging freight, and leaving a big brokerage. 

these episodes will play in order of how I think they will be the most valuable to you, the listener, but if you want to jump to a specific part, I've got each episode time-stamped as well as the link back to the original episode--which has some handy show links and ways to get in touch with the guest or topic from that episode. 

lastly thank you so much for the support you've given this show during our first year of going fully independent. while these best-of's are airing, I'll be finalizing the first part of 2024's content plan with tons of new content on the way. 

Until then, enjoy and I hope you find this episode helpful....

LINKS:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14179404 Thu, 21 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0500 12986 full false The Most Important Trucking Stories in 2023 The Most Important Trucking Stories in 2023 It's that time of the year when the days between Thanksgiving and the New Year feel like one giant blur. But it's also a time to think about the things you want to get done in 2024. So what better way to get a handle on what to be thinking about than a mega episode of this year's best shows?

In this episode, we're covering the trucking segment with heavy hitters who don't shy away from opinions on topics like health, driver recruiting, technology, and what carriers can learn from Yellow's bankruptcy.

These episodes will play in order of how I think they will be the most valuable to you, the listener, but if you want to jump to a specific part, I've got each episode time-stamped as well as the link back to the original episode — which has some handy show links and ways to get in touch with the guest or topic from that episode.

Lastly thank you so much for the support you've given this show during our first year of going fully independent. While these "best of" episodes are airing, I'll be finalizing the first part of 2024's content plan with tons of new content on the way.

Until then, enjoy and I hope you find this episode helpful....

LINKS:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> It's that time of the year when the days between Thanksgiving and the New Year feel like one giant blur. But it's also a time to think about the things you want to get done in 2024. So what better way to get a handle on what to be thinking about than a mega episode of this year's best shows?

In this episode, we're covering the trucking segment with heavy hitters who don't shy away from opinions on topics like health, driver recruiting, technology, and what carriers can learn from Yellow's bankruptcy.

These episodes will play in order of how I think they will be the most valuable to you, the listener, but if you want to jump to a specific part, I've got each episode time-stamped as well as the link back to the original episode — which has some handy show links and ways to get in touch with the guest or topic from that episode.

Lastly thank you so much for the support you've given this show during our first year of going fully independent. While these "best of" episodes are airing, I'll be finalizing the first part of 2024's content plan with tons of new content on the way.

Until then, enjoy and I hope you find this episode helpful....

LINKS:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14161524 Tue, 19 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0500 14949 full false Top Freight Marketing Episodes of 2023 Top Freight Marketing Episodes of 2023 The holiday season is a blurry time of year when we start to think about goals for the new year. This mega episode compiles the year's best freight marketing podcasts to grasp industry trends, how AI is disrupting workflows, and measuring ROI. Curated episodes play in order of value but are time-stamped to jump around. Thank you for supporting this independent podcast in its first year. While these best-of episodes air, 2024’s content calendar will be finalized with lots of new freight marketing wisdom on the way.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The holiday season is a blurry time of year when we start to think about goals for the new year. This mega episode compiles the year's best freight marketing podcasts to grasp industry trends, how AI is disrupting workflows, and measuring ROI. Curated episodes play in order of value but are time-stamped to jump around. Thank you for supporting this independent podcast in its first year. While these best-of episodes air, 2024’s content calendar will be finalized with lots of new freight marketing wisdom on the way.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14132300 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0500 10689 full false Freight Tech Landscape, Elon vs. Iger, and Being a Woman in Freight Freight Tech Landscape, Elon vs. Iger, and Being a Woman in Freight Grace Sharkey and Blythe Brumleve are back with another episode of Freight Friends! This time the duo dish on freight tech innovations, the top 25 freight tech companies, Elon Musk telling off Disney's CEO, and being a woman in the male-dominated freight industry. They also discuss unsanitary makeup return practices at retailers like TJ Maxx and how global shipping mishaps have scattered toys and phones across beaches for decades. Their candid debates and insights on pressing industry topics make this a lively, informative listen.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Grace Sharkey and Blythe Brumleve are back with another episode of Freight Friends! This time the duo dish on freight tech innovations, the top 25 freight tech companies, Elon Musk telling off Disney's CEO, and being a woman in the male-dominated freight industry. They also discuss unsanitary makeup return practices at retailers like TJ Maxx and how global shipping mishaps have scattered toys and phones across beaches for decades. Their candid debates and insights on pressing industry topics make this a lively, informative listen.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14112315 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0500 7367 full false Automating Customer Support in Freight with AI Automating Customer Support in Freight with AI In this interview, Mike Zayonc, co-founder of Kodif, discusses how AI can transform customer support in freight through automation to improve productivity. He explains how his company's CX and Support automation platform's AI tools increase productivity by 40% by deflecting repetitive requests and resolving issues instantly. Mike also shares advice on preparing data now through APIs and recording calls to leverage AI in the future when it becomes more accurate than humans for automating workflows.

LINKS:


LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this interview, Mike Zayonc, co-founder of Kodif, discusses how AI can transform customer support in freight through automation to improve productivity. He explains how his company's CX and Support automation platform's AI tools increase productivity by 40% by deflecting repetitive requests and resolving issues instantly. Mike also shares advice on preparing data now through APIs and recording calls to leverage AI in the future when it becomes more accurate than humans for automating workflows.

LINKS:


LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14020368 Thu, 07 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2844 full false The Future of Freight Insurance with Loadsure The Future of Freight Insurance with Loadsure This episode provides an insightful look into freight insurance from industry expert, Jim Heide, co-founder of Loadsure. It covers important topics like Lloyds of London, dynamic pricing, fraud prevention tools, autonomous vehicles, and more. Listen to learn how insurance is evolving to better serve shippers and brokers in today's complex freight environment.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode provides an insightful look into freight insurance from industry expert, Jim Heide, co-founder of Loadsure. It covers important topics like Lloyds of London, dynamic pricing, fraud prevention tools, autonomous vehicles, and more. Listen to learn how insurance is evolving to better serve shippers and brokers in today's complex freight environment.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13983789 Tue, 05 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0500 3050 full false Combatting the Truck Parking Shortage in America Combatting the Truck Parking Shortage in America This episode discusses the truck parking shortage in America with Evan Shelley, CEO of Truck Parking Club. He explains why there's a lack of parking spots for truck drivers, how long this has been an issue, whether it's the government or private sector's responsibility to solve it, and how his company's marketplace app connects drivers to businesses with extra parking capacity. Listen to learn about this major logistics challenge and hear more about Truck Parking Club's innovative solution.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode discusses the truck parking shortage in America with Evan Shelley, CEO of Truck Parking Club. He explains why there's a lack of parking spots for truck drivers, how long this has been an issue, whether it's the government or private sector's responsibility to solve it, and how his company's marketplace app connects drivers to businesses with extra parking capacity. Listen to learn about this major logistics challenge and hear more about Truck Parking Club's innovative solution.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13974857 Thu, 30 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0500 1741 full false How Yard Management Solutions Streamline Operations How Yard Management Solutions Streamline Operations In a new episode of Everything is Logistics, hosts Blythe Brumleve sits down with two yard management technology experts, Colin Mansfield and Severiano Carnera, to discuss how technology can help streamline operations, prevent waste, and improve the driver experience. They share how Yard Management Solutions and process automation can drive major efficiencies and cost savings for companies.

LINKS:

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In a new episode of Everything is Logistics, hosts Blythe Brumleve sits down with two yard management technology experts, Colin Mansfield and Severiano Carnera, to discuss how technology can help streamline operations, prevent waste, and improve the driver experience. They share how Yard Management Solutions and process automation can drive major efficiencies and cost savings for companies.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-14032368 Tue, 28 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2808 full false How This Freight Agent Uses Content Marketing How This Freight Agent Uses Content Marketing This episode features Nathan Cheney, founder of Supply Chaney, discussing his experience in logistics, starting a freight agency, and creating educational YouTube content. He shares insights on improving supply chain processes, building company culture, marketing B2B content, and more. He also adds his thoughts on creating efficient content workflows and choosing the right metrics to focus on.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode features Nathan Cheney, founder of Supply Chaney, discussing his experience in logistics, starting a freight agency, and creating educational YouTube content. He shares insights on improving supply chain processes, building company culture, marketing B2B content, and more. He also adds his thoughts on creating efficient content workflows and choosing the right metrics to focus on.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13974618 Thu, 23 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0500 3484 full false Solving Logistics Problems with the Right Technology Solving Logistics Problems with the Right Technology This episode provides insightful perspectives on logistics technology from Brian Glick, a technology leader with over 25 years of experience. He discusses AI, Internet of Things, integrating systems, and key considerations for implementing new tech. He also provides valuable advice on leveraging technology to solve logistics problems and drive business value.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode provides insightful perspectives on logistics technology from Brian Glick, a technology leader with over 25 years of experience. He discusses AI, Internet of Things, integrating systems, and key considerations for implementing new tech. He also provides valuable advice on leveraging technology to solve logistics problems and drive business value.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13939789 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0500 3638 full false MacroPoint Founder Talks Freight Tech's Evolution at Descartes MacroPoint Founder Talks Freight Tech's Evolution at Descartes This episode features Dan Cicerchi, GM of Transportation Management Solutions at Descartes, discussing freight tech innovation, relationship building, and learnings from his experience co-founding MacroPoint. He provides insights on supply chain visibility, actionable data, and advice for startups on focusing on customer needs and profitability. He also shares his perspective on tech's role in logistics.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode features Dan Cicerchi, GM of Transportation Management Solutions at Descartes, discussing freight tech innovation, relationship building, and learnings from his experience co-founding MacroPoint. He provides insights on supply chain visibility, actionable data, and advice for startups on focusing on customer needs and profitability. He also shares his perspective on tech's role in logistics.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13901689 Thu, 16 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0500 1815 full false Lessons from 15 Years at TQL with Chris Fields Lessons from 15 Years at TQL with Chris Fields Chris Fields, the VP of Sales at Zelh Logistics, discusses his 15 years of experience at TQL and the evolution of the freight brokerage industry. He provides insight into where he thinks the future of freight brokerage is headed based on his experience and touches on topics such as outsourcing models, hiring practices, carrier relationships, and adapting to change.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Chris Fields, the VP of Sales at Zelh Logistics, discusses his 15 years of experience at TQL and the evolution of the freight brokerage industry. He provides insight into where he thinks the future of freight brokerage is headed based on his experience and touches on topics such as outsourcing models, hiring practices, carrier relationships, and adapting to change.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13887605 Tue, 14 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2026 full false A Realistic Content Marketing Strategy for Trucking Companies A Realistic Content Marketing Strategy for Trucking Companies In this episode recorded for the Tenney Group, Blythe Brumleve shares her journey into freight marketing, starting as an executive assistant who was handed the keys to run marketing for a $140 million logistics company. She discusses creating content that solves customer problems, being consistent, and why most companies fail at content marketing. She also gives tips on planning content and talks sports.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode recorded for the Tenney Group, Blythe Brumleve shares her journey into freight marketing, starting as an executive assistant who was handed the keys to run marketing for a $140 million logistics company. She discusses creating content that solves customer problems, being consistent, and why most companies fail at content marketing. She also gives tips on planning content and talks sports.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13710340 Thu, 09 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0500 1599 full false Freight Friends: Previewing F3, Logistics Girlie, Cargo Crime Uptick, and Logistics of Tinned Fish Freight Friends: Previewing F3, Logistics Girlie, Cargo Crime Uptick, and Logistics of Tinned Fish Grace Sharkey and Blythe Brumleve are back with another episode of Freight Friends! This time the duo is previewing Freightwaves' F3 conference and discussing Grace's new venture, Logistics Girlie. Plus the two discuss the uptick in cargo crimes along with prevention tips plus the logistics of Barbie SUVs and tinned fish!

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Grace Sharkey and Blythe Brumleve are back with another episode of Freight Friends! This time the duo is previewing Freightwaves' F3 conference and discussing Grace's new venture, Logistics Girlie. Plus the two discuss the uptick in cargo crimes along with prevention tips plus the logistics of Barbie SUVs and tinned fish!

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13909721 Mon, 06 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0500 6806 full false Armchair Attorney Breaks Down Convoy and TQL Freight Drama Armchair Attorney Breaks Down Convoy and TQL Freight Drama This episode covers legal issues affecting the freight industry like the TQ Hell lawsuit and examines the downfall of Convoy. It also discusses trends like automation and explores pop culture topics that connect to logistics. Listen to gain insight into freight industry news, trends, and drama from legal expert and "Armchair Attorney" Matthew Leffler.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode covers legal issues affecting the freight industry like the TQ Hell lawsuit and examines the downfall of Convoy. It also discusses trends like automation and explores pop culture topics that connect to logistics. Listen to gain insight into freight industry news, trends, and drama from legal expert and "Armchair Attorney" Matthew Leffler.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13865826 Thu, 02 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0400 6127 full false Accounts Payable Tips for Freight Agents Accounts Payable Tips for Freight Agents This episode features an interview with Taryn Reeves, the head of the AP department at SPI Logistics. She provides an insightful look into the inner workings of freight accounting, detailing how her team processes invoices and resolves common issues that arise. Listeners will gain valuable perspective on building strong relationships between brokers/agents and accounting to ensure smooth operations.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode features an interview with Taryn Reeves, the head of the AP department at SPI Logistics. She provides an insightful look into the inner workings of freight accounting, detailing how her team processes invoices and resolves common issues that arise. Listeners will gain valuable perspective on building strong relationships between brokers/agents and accounting to ensure smooth operations.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13822365 Tue, 31 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2790 full false Navigating Supply Chain Management Trends for 2024 Navigating Supply Chain Management Trends for 2024 Blythe Brumleve joins Eric Kimberling on the Transformation Ground Control podcast to discuss supply chain trends for 2024, including the impacts of changing consumer behavior, technology adoption, AI integration, overcoming supply chain challenges, and career opportunities within the industry. She provides insightful perspectives on navigating an ever-evolving landscape.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve joins Eric Kimberling on the Transformation Ground Control podcast to discuss supply chain trends for 2024, including the impacts of changing consumer behavior, technology adoption, AI integration, overcoming supply chain challenges, and career opportunities within the industry. She provides insightful perspectives on navigating an ever-evolving landscape.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13719145 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3902 full false Marketing Playbook for 3PLs and Carriers in 2024 Marketing Playbook for 3PLs and Carriers in 2024 This episode shares advice for 3PLs and carriers on how to streamline marketing heading into 2024. Blythe Brumleve covers strategies like cutting outdated PPC campaigns, ensuring your website looks modern, leveraging AI tools for content creation, and investing more in social media. She provides practical tips to help freight companies get the most out of marketing budgets.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode shares advice for 3PLs and carriers on how to streamline marketing heading into 2024. Blythe Brumleve covers strategies like cutting outdated PPC campaigns, ensuring your website looks modern, leveraging AI tools for content creation, and investing more in social media. She provides practical tips to help freight companies get the most out of marketing budgets.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13811384 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400 1760 full false Freightwaves Now Roundup: Marketing and Strategy in an AI world Freightwaves Now Roundup: Marketing and Strategy in an AI world In another edition of our Freightwaves Now roundup, we're collecting previous appearances on the show and combining them all into one super episode. In these clips, we're covering marketing and strategy topics including structuring your marketing department, using AI tools like ChatGPT and Otter.ai, and creating non-traditional marketing content when strapped for time. 

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In another edition of our Freightwaves Now roundup, we're collecting previous appearances on the show and combining them all into one super episode. In these clips, we're covering marketing and strategy topics including structuring your marketing department, using AI tools like ChatGPT and Otter.ai, and creating non-traditional marketing content when strapped for time. 

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Past FreightWaves NOW Episodes:

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13702436 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2417 full false Freight Friends: Surviving Conference Season, Cybersecurity, plus Logistics of Whales Freight Friends: Surviving Conference Season, Cybersecurity, plus Logistics of Whales This fun and engaging Freight Friends podcast episode covers conference survival tips, favorite business ideas in freight, cargo crime trends, and fascinating logistics stories. Hosts Blythe Brumleve and Grace Sharkey also discuss ELD hacks, Drake's merch model, shipping whale sharks cross-country, and more. Listeners will enjoy the hosts' passion for the industry and learn something new throughout this entertaining discussion.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This fun and engaging Freight Friends podcast episode covers conference survival tips, favorite business ideas in freight, cargo crime trends, and fascinating logistics stories. Hosts Blythe Brumleve and Grace Sharkey also discuss ELD hacks, Drake's merch model, shipping whale sharks cross-country, and more. Listeners will enjoy the hosts' passion for the industry and learn something new throughout this entertaining discussion.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13789148 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400 6850 full false CRM for Freight Brokerages That Your Team Will Love CRM for Freight Brokerages That Your Team Will Love This episode provides valuable insights for freight brokers on getting sales teams to adopt CRM. Josh Lyles, founder of Salesdash CRM, shares tips on customizing CRMs to fit freight workflows, involving managers to drive adoption, and using data to fuel marketing and sales initiatives. Listen to learn how CRM can boost broker productivity.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode provides valuable insights for freight brokers on getting sales teams to adopt CRM. Josh Lyles, founder of Salesdash CRM, shares tips on customizing CRMs to fit freight workflows, involving managers to drive adoption, and using data to fuel marketing and sales initiatives. Listen to learn how CRM can boost broker productivity.

LINKS:


WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13681738 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3011 full false Key Findings from Fictiv's 2023 Manufacturing Report Key Findings from Fictiv's 2023 Manufacturing Report Vinny Licata of Fictiv discusses the state of manufacturing and how logistics teams can prepare for the market. He covers key findings from Fictiv's 2023 State of Manufacturing Report including the engineer talent shortage, AI adoption, and companies prioritizing speed and innovation. Listen to gain insight into manufacturing trends and how logistics enables product development.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Vinny Licata of Fictiv discusses the state of manufacturing and how logistics teams can prepare for the market. He covers key findings from Fictiv's 2023 State of Manufacturing Report including the engineer talent shortage, AI adoption, and companies prioritizing speed and innovation. Listen to gain insight into manufacturing trends and how logistics enables product development.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13630484 Tue, 10 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2197 full false Freight Marketing and Sales Strategies to Close Out 2023 Freight Marketing and Sales Strategies to Close Out 2023 This episode features a conversation with Blythe Brumleve,  Bill Priestley, and Kevin Hill about marketing and sales strategies for freight companies to survive 2023 and thrive in 2024. They discuss approaches like focusing on customer needs, picking the right marketing platforms, embracing challenges, and monitoring sales activity and attitude. Listen to gain insights into planning, budgeting, and mindset shifts to drive growth despite economic headwinds.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode features a conversation with Blythe Brumleve,  Bill Priestley, and Kevin Hill about marketing and sales strategies for freight companies to survive 2023 and thrive in 2024. They discuss approaches like focusing on customer needs, picking the right marketing platforms, embracing challenges, and monitoring sales activity and attitude. Listen to gain insights into planning, budgeting, and mindset shifts to drive growth despite economic headwinds.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13685710 Thu, 05 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400 1593 full false Navigating Disruption in the Rice Supply Chain Navigating Disruption in the Rice Supply Chain This episode discusses the global rice supply chain and India's ban on non-basmati rice exports. Pawan Joshi of e2open provides insights into how this ban affects over 40% of the global rice trade and how the market is reacting. He explains the complexities of the rice supply chain and emphasizes the need for resiliency and visibility to turn disruptions into opportunities. Listen to gain perspective on this major rice export disruption.

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Pawan Joshi LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pawan-joshi-091600/
e2open website: https://www.e2open.com/
e2open LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/e2open/
e2open Twitter: https://twitter.com/e2open?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
e2open Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/e2open/

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode discusses the global rice supply chain and India's ban on non-basmati rice exports. Pawan Joshi of e2open provides insights into how this ban affects over 40% of the global rice trade and how the market is reacting. He explains the complexities of the rice supply chain and emphasizes the need for resiliency and visibility to turn disruptions into opportunities. Listen to gain perspective on this major rice export disruption.

LINKS:
Pawan Joshi LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pawan-joshi-091600/
e2open website: https://www.e2open.com/
e2open LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/e2open/
e2open Twitter: https://twitter.com/e2open?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
e2open Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/e2open/

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13662840 Tue, 03 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3303 full false Logistics in Disaster Response: Getting Supplies Where They're Needed Most Logistics in Disaster Response: Getting Supplies Where They're Needed Most This episode explores how logistics organizations coordinate disaster relief efforts before, during, and after crises like hurricanes and wildfires. Learn from Emilee Martichenko, the Communications Coordinator at American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN), how nonprofits like the American Logistics Aid Network bridge the gap between relief supply needs and donations to effectively get supplies to impacted communities. The conversation provides insight into an often overlooked but critical component of disaster response.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode explores how logistics organizations coordinate disaster relief efforts before, during, and after crises like hurricanes and wildfires. Learn from Emilee Martichenko, the Communications Coordinator at American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN), how nonprofits like the American Logistics Aid Network bridge the gap between relief supply needs and donations to effectively get supplies to impacted communities. The conversation provides insight into an often overlooked but critical component of disaster response.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13635451 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3158 full false The Future of Freight is Digital: Insights from Cargobot CEO Fernando Correa The Future of Freight is Digital: Insights from Cargobot CEO Fernando Correa This episode features Fernando Correa, CEO of Cargobot, discussing how he is using technology and innovation to simplify freight transactions between shippers and carriers in Latin America, North America, and Europe. He provides insights into market expansion, cultural differences, and his vision to create complete transparency in freight through digitalization. Listen to learn how data and relationships are transforming the industry.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode features Fernando Correa, CEO of Cargobot, discussing how he is using technology and innovation to simplify freight transactions between shippers and carriers in Latin America, North America, and Europe. He provides insights into market expansion, cultural differences, and his vision to create complete transparency in freight through digitalization. Listen to learn how data and relationships are transforming the industry.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13597896 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400 4595 full false The Origin of Please Advise Hats and Discord Communities with Reed Loustalot The Origin of Please Advise Hats and Discord Communities with Reed Loustalot Reed Loustalot, founder of LOST FR8, joins to discuss building community and technology in freight. He talks about starting the 'please advise' hat trend, growing an engaged Discord group, and his vision to enable rapid product iteration for logistics. Listen to learn how Reed is fostering unique conversations and driving innovation in the industry.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Reed Loustalot, founder of LOST FR8, joins to discuss building community and technology in freight. He talks about starting the 'please advise' hat trend, growing an engaged Discord group, and his vision to enable rapid product iteration for logistics. Listen to learn how Reed is fostering unique conversations and driving innovation in the industry.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13591900 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400 4708 full false Where Freight Marketing Money is Wasted, Flexport CEO Shakeup, and the Logistics of Christmas Trees Where Freight Marketing Money is Wasted, Flexport CEO Shakeup, and the Logistics of Christmas Trees In the latest episode of Freight Friends with Grace Sharkey, we're talking about the big Flexport CEO shakeup, where freight marketing money is obscenely wasted, the logistics of Christmas Trees, and how rubber duckies taught us about ocean shipping currents.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In the latest episode of Freight Friends with Grace Sharkey, we're talking about the big Flexport CEO shakeup, where freight marketing money is obscenely wasted, the logistics of Christmas Trees, and how rubber duckies taught us about ocean shipping currents.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13583432 Thu, 14 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3697 full false Podcast Movement 2023: Key Takeaways for Growing Your Show Podcast Movement 2023: Key Takeaways for Growing Your Show This episode recaps the key takeaways from Podcast Movement 2023, one of the world's largest podcasting conferences. The hosts share actionable advice on growing your audience, building relationships, improving audio quality, leveraging video, and more. Listen to gain valuable insights from industry experts on how to improve your podcast, whether you're just starting out or are a seasoned podcaster.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode recaps the key takeaways from Podcast Movement 2023, one of the world's largest podcasting conferences. The hosts share actionable advice on growing your audience, building relationships, improving audio quality, leveraging video, and more. Listen to gain valuable insights from industry experts on how to improve your podcast, whether you're just starting out or are a seasoned podcaster.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13535094 Thu, 07 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400 4797 full false Closing More Logistics Leads with Kara Brown [rebroadcast] Closing More Logistics Leads with Kara Brown [rebroadcast] Are you looking to boost your marketing game in freight and logistics? Don't miss the newest episode of Everything is Logistics where host Blythe Brumleve interviews supply chain marketing expert Kara Brown. 

They dive into proven tactics to generate more leads, close more deals, and make your marketing efforts pay off. Kara shares specific strategies including how to leverage LinkedIn, pick the right marketing tech stack, generate warm leads, and much more. 

Tune in now to get actionable tips to take your freight marketing to the next level.


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Are you looking to boost your marketing game in freight and logistics? Don't miss the newest episode of Everything is Logistics where host Blythe Brumleve interviews supply chain marketing expert Kara Brown. 

They dive into proven tactics to generate more leads, close more deals, and make your marketing efforts pay off. Kara shares specific strategies including how to leverage LinkedIn, pick the right marketing tech stack, generate warm leads, and much more. 

Tune in now to get actionable tips to take your freight marketing to the next level.


Watch this episode on YouTube

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13527680 Tue, 05 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2893 full false TextLocate's Ryan Rogers on Leveraging Tech for Better Freight Tracking TextLocate's Ryan Rogers on Leveraging Tech for Better Freight Tracking Ryan Rogers, founder and CEO of TextLocate, joins the podcast to discuss simplifying freight tracking through SMS technology. Hear how Ryan launched TextLocate to empower drivers and streamline communication between drivers, brokers, and shippers. Ryan shares insights on procurement, startup strategies, and leveraging technology to combat fraud and inefficiency in freight. Listen to learn how this innovative solution enhances visibility and collaboration in the supply chain.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Ryan Rogers, founder and CEO of TextLocate, joins the podcast to discuss simplifying freight tracking through SMS technology. Hear how Ryan launched TextLocate to empower drivers and streamline communication between drivers, brokers, and shippers. Ryan shares insights on procurement, startup strategies, and leveraging technology to combat fraud and inefficiency in freight. Listen to learn how this innovative solution enhances visibility and collaboration in the supply chain.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13438792 Tue, 29 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2938 full false Warehousing Trends and Podcast Marketing with Kevin Lawton Warehousing Trends and Podcast Marketing with Kevin Lawton Kevin Lawton of The New Warehouse podcast shares his origin story from warehouse manager to podcaster. He discusses the growth of robotics in warehousing, overcoming employee skepticism, marketing tips like leveraging conferences, and building your personal brand through podcasting. Listen to gain insight on warehouses and podcasting.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Kevin Lawton of The New Warehouse podcast shares his origin story from warehouse manager to podcaster. He discusses the growth of robotics in warehousing, overcoming employee skepticism, marketing tips like leveraging conferences, and building your personal brand through podcasting. Listen to gain insight on warehouses and podcasting.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13412156 Thu, 24 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400 4762 full false The Trucker Tools Vision with CEO Kary Jablonski The Trucker Tools Vision with CEO Kary Jablonski This episode features Kary Jablonski, CEO of Trucker Tools, talking about building a carrier relationship management platform for the freight industry. She discusses Trucker Tools' origins, growth, partnerships, and products helping small fleets and owner-operators compete through technology. Listen to learn how Trucker Tools is driving digital freight bookings and combating fraud in freight.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode features Kary Jablonski, CEO of Trucker Tools, talking about building a carrier relationship management platform for the freight industry. She discusses Trucker Tools' origins, growth, partnerships, and products helping small fleets and owner-operators compete through technology. Listen to learn how Trucker Tools is driving digital freight bookings and combating fraud in freight.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13412085 Tue, 22 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2224 women in logistics full false FreightX is so back FreightX is so back Fascinated by the social and media giants of today, Grace Sharkey and Blythe Brumleve are shining a light on the freight communities growing on X (read: Twitter) and Discord. Plus Dave Portnoy buying Barstool back for $1, war-time CEOs, best hustles in freight, cargo crime, and our fav 'logistics of' stories for the month of August.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Fascinated by the social and media giants of today, Grace Sharkey and Blythe Brumleve are shining a light on the freight communities growing on X (read: Twitter) and Discord. Plus Dave Portnoy buying Barstool back for $1, war-time CEOs, best hustles in freight, cargo crime, and our fav 'logistics of' stories for the month of August.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13411357 Thu, 17 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400 7105 full false From Intern to Freight Agent: Tynan Guthrie's Journey to Building His Book of Business From Intern to Freight Agent: Tynan Guthrie's Journey to Building His Book of Business This episode follows freight agent Tynan Guthrie's journey, from interning for free to build experience, to working under veteran agents, to growing his own book of business. Tynan shares advice on cold calling, using AI for marketing, and working with family. He emphasizes the entrepreneurial possibilities within freight brokering.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode follows freight agent Tynan Guthrie's journey, from interning for free to build experience, to working under veteran agents, to growing his own book of business. Tynan shares advice on cold calling, using AI for marketing, and working with family. He emphasizes the entrepreneurial possibilities within freight brokering.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13344974 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2568 full false What freight companies can learn from the Yellow bankruptcy with Adam Wingfield What freight companies can learn from the Yellow bankruptcy with Adam Wingfield Today we are joined by none other than Adam Wingfield, founder of Innovative Logistics Group, who shares his engaging journey from being a truck driver to a business owner and educator.

Our conversation takes a deep dive into the implications of the Yellow freight bankruptcy, shedding light on the deregulation of the freight industry, the impact of COVID, labor issues, and the intriguing role of social media in their public battle with the Teamsters. We also cast a critical eye on the necessity of financial acumen to survive in the freight industry, highlighting the pitfalls of over-leveraging capital, and stressing the importance of knowing how to run a business, especially in the freight sector.

As the freight industry landscape continually evolves, Adam shares invaluable insights on how small carriers can navigate their way through the challenges they face and leverage technology to establish their credibility. He also discusses the potential of digital tools in creating a digital resume for carriers and how platforms like LinkedIn can amplify the voices of small carriers.

LINKS: 


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Today we are joined by none other than Adam Wingfield, founder of Innovative Logistics Group, who shares his engaging journey from being a truck driver to a business owner and educator.

Our conversation takes a deep dive into the implications of the Yellow freight bankruptcy, shedding light on the deregulation of the freight industry, the impact of COVID, labor issues, and the intriguing role of social media in their public battle with the Teamsters. We also cast a critical eye on the necessity of financial acumen to survive in the freight industry, highlighting the pitfalls of over-leveraging capital, and stressing the importance of knowing how to run a business, especially in the freight sector.

As the freight industry landscape continually evolves, Adam shares invaluable insights on how small carriers can navigate their way through the challenges they face and leverage technology to establish their credibility. He also discusses the potential of digital tools in creating a digital resume for carriers and how platforms like LinkedIn can amplify the voices of small carriers.

LINKS: 


Watch this episode on Youtube

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13359954 Wed, 09 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400 4481 full false How these freight executives think about AI How these freight executives think about AI This insightful episode explores how freight executives at companies like Redwood Logistics, Maersk, Commtrex, ONIdeas, and more think about implementing AI tools like chatGPT into their workflows.

The host shares audio clips of conversations with supply chain leaders about the opportunities and challenges of using AI for marketing, operations and more in the logistics space.


Watch this episode on YouTube

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This insightful episode explores how freight executives at companies like Redwood Logistics, Maersk, Commtrex, ONIdeas, and more think about implementing AI tools like chatGPT into their workflows.

The host shares audio clips of conversations with supply chain leaders about the opportunities and challenges of using AI for marketing, operations and more in the logistics space.


Watch this episode on YouTube

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13341261 Fri, 04 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3471 full false Building Truck N Hustle to 144k Subscribers with Rahmel Wattley Building Truck N Hustle to 144k Subscribers with Rahmel Wattley Rahmel Wattley discusses starting Truck N Hustle as a passion project, growing it into a multimedia empire, transitioning to on-location video interviews, and using positivity and opportunity to build community in transportation. He and Blythe Brumleve explore leveraging partnerships, using AI tools, and creating crossover content.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Rahmel Wattley discusses starting Truck N Hustle as a passion project, growing it into a multimedia empire, transitioning to on-location video interviews, and using positivity and opportunity to build community in transportation. He and Blythe Brumleve explore leveraging partnerships, using AI tools, and creating crossover content.

LINKS: 


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13318343 Wed, 02 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400 5406 full false Two AI Tools That Save Me Hours Every Week Two AI Tools That Save Me Hours Every Week Our latest episode explores how AI tools like Otter.ai and Opus Clips can transform workflows and marketing for bootstrapped businesses.

Learn how I use these tools daily to optimize content creation, transcription, and more - saving time and money while gaining a competitive edge.

We also discuss resilient strategies like maintaining a survival mindset and having multiple income sources to navigate unpredictable economic landscapes and challenges like the Yellow crisis. Don't miss this vital discussion on leveraging AI to amplify your business.

Watch this on YouTube

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Our latest episode explores how AI tools like Otter.ai and Opus Clips can transform workflows and marketing for bootstrapped businesses.

Learn how I use these tools daily to optimize content creation, transcription, and more - saving time and money while gaining a competitive edge.

We also discuss resilient strategies like maintaining a survival mindset and having multiple income sources to navigate unpredictable economic landscapes and challenges like the Yellow crisis. Don't miss this vital discussion on leveraging AI to amplify your business.

Watch this on YouTube

Tools mentioned: 

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13281118 Thu, 27 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400 4790 full false From Wheels to Wellness: Kevin Rutherford’s Take on the Trucking Industry From Wheels to Wellness: Kevin Rutherford’s Take on the Trucking Industry What if you could understand the intricacies of the trucking industry from its challenges to its future prospects? Fasten your seatbelts as we take a ride through Kevin Rutherford’s journey from being an owner-operator to becoming the CEO of Let’s Truck. Through his personal saga, we explore the importance of cost control, the genesis of his software company, to hosting a radio show, and eventually launching Let’s Truck.

We shift gears to discuss a critical yet often overlooked aspect of trucking - the health and nutritional challenges that truckers face. Rutherford, a nutritional therapy practitioner, shares his innovative approach towards aiding truck drivers to lead healthier lives.

Connect with Kevin:
https://store.letstruck.com/

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MRy1YoGsJgU

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> What if you could understand the intricacies of the trucking industry from its challenges to its future prospects? Fasten your seatbelts as we take a ride through Kevin Rutherford’s journey from being an owner-operator to becoming the CEO of Let’s Truck. Through his personal saga, we explore the importance of cost control, the genesis of his software company, to hosting a radio show, and eventually launching Let’s Truck.

We shift gears to discuss a critical yet often overlooked aspect of trucking - the health and nutritional challenges that truckers face. Rutherford, a nutritional therapy practitioner, shares his innovative approach towards aiding truck drivers to lead healthier lives.

Connect with Kevin:
https://store.letstruck.com/

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MRy1YoGsJgU

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13281142 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3676 full false How AI and Robotics Are Powering Modern Warehouses with Nimble's Jonathan Briggs How AI and Robotics Are Powering Modern Warehouses with Nimble's Jonathan Briggs Ever wondered how AI and robotics are revolutionizing the logistics industry? Our guest today, Jonathan Briggs, VP of Sales and Solutions at Nimble, shares his fascinating journey from unloading trucks at UPS to spearheading cutting-edge AI robotics technology at Nimble—where the company is leveraging AI to transform order picking, box packing, and decision-making, rapidly adapting to a volatile industry.

YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/zVTqONG5pAI

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Ever wondered how AI and robotics are revolutionizing the logistics industry? Our guest today, Jonathan Briggs, VP of Sales and Solutions at Nimble, shares his fascinating journey from unloading trucks at UPS to spearheading cutting-edge AI robotics technology at Nimble—where the company is leveraging AI to transform order picking, box packing, and decision-making, rapidly adapting to a volatile industry.

YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/zVTqONG5pAI

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13241713 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3649 full false Unlocking the Secrets of a Successful Freight Agent with Dino Del Grosso Unlocking the Secrets of a Successful Freight Agent with Dino Del Grosso Gear up to unlock the secrets of a successful freight agent as we host an inspiring chat with Dino Del Grosso, an esteemed agent at SPI Logistics. He unwraps his journey of transitioning into the freight world, revealing how he discovered a company that became his professional family. As Dino paints the vibrant picture of SPI's support-centric, family-oriented culture, it’s easy to see why he describes it as a place where agents truly thrive.

But the conversation doesn't stop there. Dino also opens up about his unique business model of building sub-agents, providing a golden opportunity for those aspiring to become freight agents themselves. Through his lens, we get to understand how this model is mutually beneficial, offering a secure safety net for all involved.

See more about becoming a freight agent with our new Digital Dispatch Guide to Becoming a Freight Agent.

YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/H9mEIoa79WM 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Gear up to unlock the secrets of a successful freight agent as we host an inspiring chat with Dino Del Grosso, an esteemed agent at SPI Logistics. He unwraps his journey of transitioning into the freight world, revealing how he discovered a company that became his professional family. As Dino paints the vibrant picture of SPI's support-centric, family-oriented culture, it’s easy to see why he describes it as a place where agents truly thrive.

But the conversation doesn't stop there. Dino also opens up about his unique business model of building sub-agents, providing a golden opportunity for those aspiring to become freight agents themselves. Through his lens, we get to understand how this model is mutually beneficial, offering a secure safety net for all involved.

See more about becoming a freight agent with our new Digital Dispatch Guide to Becoming a Freight Agent.

YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/H9mEIoa79WM 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13241712 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400 1690 full false Breaking Down the Logistics Industry Trends Report with CartonCloud Breaking Down the Logistics Industry Trends Report with CartonCloud It's no secret that the entire logistics industry has seen its share of peaks and valleys--and now we have the data to prove it.

In this special episode with CartonCloud COO Shaun Hagen, we're checking the pulse of this industry using their 2023 Logistics Index report that surveys 2,000 employees working in freight. Using these responses, we can get a better pulse-check around burning issues like environmental sustainability, staffing, and other stats, such as the alarmingly high number of companies still relying on paper processes.

Brace yourselves as the conversation escalates into the realm of AI and robotics, exploring their impact on the industry and the challenges SMEs face when budgeting for these technologies.

To download your own copy of the 2023 Logistics Industry Index, be sure to visit the CartonCloud website here.

To connect with Shaun, hit up his Linkedin profile here.

Watch the video version of this interview on Youtube.

Learn more about CartonCloud's intuitive, easy-to-use WMS and TMS software, and book your FREE Demo to see their software in action. Mention this interview on Everything is Logistics to get half off your first three months!

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> It's no secret that the entire logistics industry has seen its share of peaks and valleys--and now we have the data to prove it.

In this special episode with CartonCloud COO Shaun Hagen, we're checking the pulse of this industry using their 2023 Logistics Index report that surveys 2,000 employees working in freight. Using these responses, we can get a better pulse-check around burning issues like environmental sustainability, staffing, and other stats, such as the alarmingly high number of companies still relying on paper processes.

Brace yourselves as the conversation escalates into the realm of AI and robotics, exploring their impact on the industry and the challenges SMEs face when budgeting for these technologies.

To download your own copy of the 2023 Logistics Industry Index, be sure to visit the CartonCloud website here.

To connect with Shaun, hit up his Linkedin profile here.

Watch the video version of this interview on Youtube.

Learn more about CartonCloud's intuitive, easy-to-use WMS and TMS software, and book your FREE Demo to see their software in action. Mention this interview on Everything is Logistics to get half off your first three months!

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13198761 Thu, 13 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2948 full false Fast Fashion, Freight Rates and Conspiracies: Unraveling the Complexities Fast Fashion, Freight Rates and Conspiracies: Unraveling the Complexities Ever wondered about the future of the supply chain and its intersection with the fast-paced world of fashion? Join us as we untangle these complex threads in a captivating conversation with our returning guest, Grace Sharkey from FreightWaves. We kick things off with a deep dive into the heart of the trucking market, discussing the potential fallout of current freight volumes, the rates carriers are charging, and how student loans could soon drastically affect spending. We also share insights from the recent Future of Supply Chain conference, exploring how technology is acting as a beacon amidst economic turmoil.

The story doesn't end there. We move onto the darker side of fashion, scrutinizing the ethical concerns surrounding fast fashion and its impact on labor practices, as seen in the backlash against SHEIN. We explore the role of influencers and the responsibility resting on consumers' shoulders to understand the supply chain dynamics of major corporations. We also delve into the origins of fast fashion and discuss the concept of greenwashing, underscoring the urgent need for transparency in the industry.

We round off the episode by touching on intriguing conspiracy theories, including the legacy of the Titanic. We delve into the supply chain issues affecting Sriracha production, revealing the controversies behind Hoi Fung Foods and Underwood Ranches. In the end, we discuss the launch of Meta's new social media platform, Threads, and the implications it holds for Mark Zuckerberg's rivalry with Elon Musk.

YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/45rNY5l9z78

LINKS:


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Ever wondered about the future of the supply chain and its intersection with the fast-paced world of fashion? Join us as we untangle these complex threads in a captivating conversation with our returning guest, Grace Sharkey from FreightWaves. We kick things off with a deep dive into the heart of the trucking market, discussing the potential fallout of current freight volumes, the rates carriers are charging, and how student loans could soon drastically affect spending. We also share insights from the recent Future of Supply Chain conference, exploring how technology is acting as a beacon amidst economic turmoil.

The story doesn't end there. We move onto the darker side of fashion, scrutinizing the ethical concerns surrounding fast fashion and its impact on labor practices, as seen in the backlash against SHEIN. We explore the role of influencers and the responsibility resting on consumers' shoulders to understand the supply chain dynamics of major corporations. We also delve into the origins of fast fashion and discuss the concept of greenwashing, underscoring the urgent need for transparency in the industry.

We round off the episode by touching on intriguing conspiracy theories, including the legacy of the Titanic. We delve into the supply chain issues affecting Sriracha production, revealing the controversies behind Hoi Fung Foods and Underwood Ranches. In the end, we discuss the launch of Meta's new social media platform, Threads, and the implications it holds for Mark Zuckerberg's rivalry with Elon Musk.

YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/45rNY5l9z78

LINKS:


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13198531 Tue, 11 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400 8083 full false Exploring AI in Marketing, Personal Growth, and Diversity in the Workplace: Insights from Industry Experts LIVE at TMSA in Savannah Exploring AI in Marketing, Personal Growth, and Diversity in the Workplace: Insights from Industry Experts LIVE at TMSA in Savannah Who wouldn't want to accelerate mundane tasks, spark fresh ideas, and swiftly create content? Tune into our latest podcast episode where we, your hosts Trey Griggs and Blythe Brumleve, peel back the curtain on how ChatGPT and AI technologies are shaping the world of marketing and sales. We chat about the wonders of ChatGPT and Swell AI, and even guide you on creating large language models using your very own data sets. 

Rest assured, the conversation is not all tech. We pivot towards the subject of personal growth and its undeniable role in professional success. Joined by the industrious Kameel Gaines from Rigs On Wheels, we delve into how they use cutting-edge marketing strategies to reach drivers. We underscore the significance of curiosity, asking questions, and taking command of our schedules to make room for learning. 

Ever thought about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace? Eileen Dabrowski, director of learning and development at Reed TMS Logistics, joins us to share her enlightening thoughts on these momentous topics. We also spin the conversation towards alternative content avenues for marketing and sales professionals and the untapped potential of podcast sponsorships. Rounding off the discussion, we chat with David Hoppens and Mike Mikulik on the latest in the brokerage world,  starting a podcast, building a brand, and transportation marketing strategies. So gear up for an episode chock-full of valuable insights and practical advice!

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Who wouldn't want to accelerate mundane tasks, spark fresh ideas, and swiftly create content? Tune into our latest podcast episode where we, your hosts Trey Griggs and Blythe Brumleve, peel back the curtain on how ChatGPT and AI technologies are shaping the world of marketing and sales. We chat about the wonders of ChatGPT and Swell AI, and even guide you on creating large language models using your very own data sets. 

Rest assured, the conversation is not all tech. We pivot towards the subject of personal growth and its undeniable role in professional success. Joined by the industrious Kameel Gaines from Rigs On Wheels, we delve into how they use cutting-edge marketing strategies to reach drivers. We underscore the significance of curiosity, asking questions, and taking command of our schedules to make room for learning. 

Ever thought about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace? Eileen Dabrowski, director of learning and development at Reed TMS Logistics, joins us to share her enlightening thoughts on these momentous topics. We also spin the conversation towards alternative content avenues for marketing and sales professionals and the untapped potential of podcast sponsorships. Rounding off the discussion, we chat with David Hoppens and Mike Mikulik on the latest in the brokerage world,  starting a podcast, building a brand, and transportation marketing strategies. So gear up for an episode chock-full of valuable insights and practical advice!

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13160586 Fri, 07 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3523 full false Unpacking the Savannah Bananas' Marketing Strategies and Insights from the TMSA Elevate Conference Unpacking the Savannah Bananas' Marketing Strategies and Insights from the TMSA Elevate Conference In this episode, Blythe Brumleve shares her takeaways from the TMSA Elevate Conference. She discusses the innovative marketing strategies of the Savannah Bananas, a minor league baseball team, and the operational efficiency of the Port of Savannah. Blythe also shares her experience co-hosting a live show during the conference.

What You Will Learn:

  1. Innovative marketing strategies from the Savannah Bananas.
  2. The importance of employee engagement and investment.
  3. The operational efficiency of the Port of Savannah.
  4. The experience and benefits of hosting a live show at a conference.

Timestamps:

  • [00:00] Introduction
  • [01:00] Overview of the TMSA Elevate Conference
  • [03:00] Marketing strategies of the Savannah Bananas
  • [10:00] Employee engagement and investment
  • [15:00] Operational efficiency of the Port of Savannah
  • [20:00] Experience of hosting a live show at the conference
  • [25:00] Conclusion

Links to Brands/Tools Mentioned:

  1. Savannah Bananas
  2. Port of Savannah
  3. TMSA Elevate Conference

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Blythe Brumleve shares her takeaways from the TMSA Elevate Conference. She discusses the innovative marketing strategies of the Savannah Bananas, a minor league baseball team, and the operational efficiency of the Port of Savannah. Blythe also shares her experience co-hosting a live show during the conference.

What You Will Learn:

  1. Innovative marketing strategies from the Savannah Bananas.
  2. The importance of employee engagement and investment.
  3. The operational efficiency of the Port of Savannah.
  4. The experience and benefits of hosting a live show at a conference.

Timestamps:

  • [00:00] Introduction
  • [01:00] Overview of the TMSA Elevate Conference
  • [03:00] Marketing strategies of the Savannah Bananas
  • [10:00] Employee engagement and investment
  • [15:00] Operational efficiency of the Port of Savannah
  • [20:00] Experience of hosting a live show at the conference
  • [25:00] Conclusion

Links to Brands/Tools Mentioned:

  1. Savannah Bananas
  2. Port of Savannah
  3. TMSA Elevate Conference

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13160584 Wed, 05 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3165 full false The Freight Agent Trenches with Warren Debiak The Freight Agent Trenches with Warren Debiak Ready to seize control of your financial future? Tempted to trade security for the thrill of running your own freight agent business? Join me for an enlightening conversation with Warren Debiak, freight agent business owner at SPI Logistics. 

Warren provides a raw account of his journey into the freight world, shedding light on the fear, triumph, and the simmering question of job security versus risk-taking. We also delve into the heart of the heated debate over the relevance of cold calls in this social media driven era.

Our conversation cuts through the complexities of cold calling and social media, dissecting their roles in the COVID-impacted business landscape. Warren shares his nuggets of wisdom on batching, outsourcing, and growing a business. We also touch on the content creation boom since 2020 and the urgent need to refresh your messaging. Expect a holistic exploration of the freight business, filled with practical insights and valuable tips from an industry insider. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Ready to seize control of your financial future? Tempted to trade security for the thrill of running your own freight agent business? Join me for an enlightening conversation with Warren Debiak, freight agent business owner at SPI Logistics. 

Warren provides a raw account of his journey into the freight world, shedding light on the fear, triumph, and the simmering question of job security versus risk-taking. We also delve into the heart of the heated debate over the relevance of cold calls in this social media driven era.

Our conversation cuts through the complexities of cold calling and social media, dissecting their roles in the COVID-impacted business landscape. Warren shares his nuggets of wisdom on batching, outsourcing, and growing a business. We also touch on the content creation boom since 2020 and the urgent need to refresh your messaging. Expect a holistic exploration of the freight business, filled with practical insights and valuable tips from an industry insider. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13134193 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400 1826 full false Overworked Marketers, Proving ROI, and Debunking Video View Myths Overworked Marketers, Proving ROI, and Debunking Video View Myths While some marketing departments can grow in a tough economy, the reality is when times get tough, most marketing budgets are slashed.

So what to do when you feel overworked and unsure if you're headed in the right direction? You have a 'come to Jesus' moment where you have to look realistically at the stats that matter and put them into perspective relative to your overall business goals.

That's our main focus in today's solo show as a breakdown of measuring success in today's modern freight marketing world.  


Get the links to stats mentioned in this episode by  checking out my Linkedin newsletter covering 4 Steps to Prove Marketing Isn't Worthless


TIMESTAMPS: 

  • What happens when you compare your numbers to pointless vanity metrics (3:05)
  • How views are counted on social media platforms. (8:28)
  • What counts as a video view on social media? (11:20)
  • How LinkedIn measures engagement on social media. (17:23)
  • What do you do when the company is closing or downsizing? (20:10)
  • Sitting in on regular sales meetings can help you craft better content. (26:32)
  • FutureTools.io –. (30:00)
  • What’s the best social media platform to use for recruiting? (35:14)
  • When you get really good at one thing, move on to the next. (38:08)
  • Find a way to measure your leads. (43:49)
  • You’re not alone in your marketing journey. (47:34)


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> While some marketing departments can grow in a tough economy, the reality is when times get tough, most marketing budgets are slashed.

So what to do when you feel overworked and unsure if you're headed in the right direction? You have a 'come to Jesus' moment where you have to look realistically at the stats that matter and put them into perspective relative to your overall business goals.

That's our main focus in today's solo show as a breakdown of measuring success in today's modern freight marketing world.  


Get the links to stats mentioned in this episode by  checking out my Linkedin newsletter covering 4 Steps to Prove Marketing Isn't Worthless


TIMESTAMPS: 

  • What happens when you compare your numbers to pointless vanity metrics (3:05)
  • How views are counted on social media platforms. (8:28)
  • What counts as a video view on social media? (11:20)
  • How LinkedIn measures engagement on social media. (17:23)
  • What do you do when the company is closing or downsizing? (20:10)
  • Sitting in on regular sales meetings can help you craft better content. (26:32)
  • FutureTools.io –. (30:00)
  • What’s the best social media platform to use for recruiting? (35:14)
  • When you get really good at one thing, move on to the next. (38:08)
  • Find a way to measure your leads. (43:49)
  • You’re not alone in your marketing journey. (47:34)


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13085532 Thu, 22 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3308 full false Taking Your Freight Company Global with Worldwide Logistics Group Taking Your Freight Company Global with Worldwide Logistics Group The CEO of Worldwide Logistics Group, Joe Monaghan, joins the show to talk about the evolution of his company as they celebrate their 25th anniversary.

From expanding their first office from New Jersey to Hong Kong, Worldwide Logistics Group now operates in dozens of countries all over the world by helping their clients overcome complex shipping challenges. 

In this episode, Joe and Blythe talk about the evolution of his logistics company, how freight moves throughout the world, and trying to make that process a little more efficient each day.

LINKS: 


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: 

The listener will learn about the services provided by Worldwide Logistics Group, the origin story of the company, its challenges and growth over the past 25 years, its expansion into different regions, and its approach to sales and marketing. The podcast also discusses the challenges of shipping hazardous and food products, the potential benefits of setting up staging or shipping operations in Poland and Mexico, and the importance of having a strong digital presence for businesses. 


TIMESTAMPS:
 
[00:00:55] Worldwide Logistics Group's Services.
[00:04:48] Starting a new company.
[00:07:30] Global expansion of company.
[00:13:56] Shipping challenges.
[00:14:37] Food safety in warehouses.
[00:18:15] International expansion and logistics.
[00:23:37] Warehouse management in Europe.
[00:27:15] Worldwide's Expansion Plans.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The CEO of Worldwide Logistics Group, Joe Monaghan, joins the show to talk about the evolution of his company as they celebrate their 25th anniversary.

From expanding their first office from New Jersey to Hong Kong, Worldwide Logistics Group now operates in dozens of countries all over the world by helping their clients overcome complex shipping challenges. 

In this episode, Joe and Blythe talk about the evolution of his logistics company, how freight moves throughout the world, and trying to make that process a little more efficient each day.

LINKS: 


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: 

The listener will learn about the services provided by Worldwide Logistics Group, the origin story of the company, its challenges and growth over the past 25 years, its expansion into different regions, and its approach to sales and marketing. The podcast also discusses the challenges of shipping hazardous and food products, the potential benefits of setting up staging or shipping operations in Poland and Mexico, and the importance of having a strong digital presence for businesses. 


TIMESTAMPS:
 
[00:00:55] Worldwide Logistics Group's Services.
[00:04:48] Starting a new company.
[00:07:30] Global expansion of company.
[00:13:56] Shipping challenges.
[00:14:37] Food safety in warehouses.
[00:18:15] International expansion and logistics.
[00:23:37] Warehouse management in Europe.
[00:27:15] Worldwide's Expansion Plans.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13070224 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400 1890 full false The Death of Legacy Media and What Creators Can Do About It The Death of Legacy Media and What Creators Can Do About It More than half of all Google searches end without a click.

Millennials and Gen-Z are using TikTok to search instead of a big search engine. 

And these trends were happening long before the mass adoption of AI. 

Couple that with the extreme popularity of ChatGPT, which has been the fastest company to hit 100 million users in our history, and Google has been brought kicking and screaming into the AI arms race with their new Generative Search product. 

This is just one of the many ways the attention economy is evolving, and in this episode, I’m breaking down what creators can do to evolve with it. 


LINKS:


TIMESTAMPS:

  • The attention economy in today's media landscape.
  • What’s going on in legacy media at this time. 6:57
  • Why are we still talking about influencer culture like it’s 2019? 15:18
  • How social media has changed how we spend our time online and how it impacts the types of content that resonates with people. 17:43
  • The shift from Instagram influencers to other platforms. 22:11
  • If you don’t have an end game in mind, then you need to be thinking about it. 28:05
  • How Google’s new search engine is changing the game. 31:06
  • Google’s new search engine result page. 37:36
  • How to use keyword research to find out what is resonating enough volume wise that it is going to be listed in Google’s autof 42:43
  • The attention economy is going to change and it’s up to you to be able to see where the attention is evolving online, and then 45:26
  • Why it’s never been a better time to be a content creator. 51:55

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> More than half of all Google searches end without a click.

Millennials and Gen-Z are using TikTok to search instead of a big search engine. 

And these trends were happening long before the mass adoption of AI. 

Couple that with the extreme popularity of ChatGPT, which has been the fastest company to hit 100 million users in our history, and Google has been brought kicking and screaming into the AI arms race with their new Generative Search product. 

This is just one of the many ways the attention economy is evolving, and in this episode, I’m breaking down what creators can do to evolve with it. 


LINKS:


TIMESTAMPS:

  • The attention economy in today's media landscape.
  • What’s going on in legacy media at this time. 6:57
  • Why are we still talking about influencer culture like it’s 2019? 15:18
  • How social media has changed how we spend our time online and how it impacts the types of content that resonates with people. 17:43
  • The shift from Instagram influencers to other platforms. 22:11
  • If you don’t have an end game in mind, then you need to be thinking about it. 28:05
  • How Google’s new search engine is changing the game. 31:06
  • Google’s new search engine result page. 37:36
  • How to use keyword research to find out what is resonating enough volume wise that it is going to be listed in Google’s autof 42:43
  • The attention economy is going to change and it’s up to you to be able to see where the attention is evolving online, and then 45:26
  • Why it’s never been a better time to be a content creator. 51:55

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12985383 Thu, 15 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3506 full false Spotting Misinformation, Freight Tech Trends, Stolen Sand, and Orca Revenge Spotting Misinformation, Freight Tech Trends, Stolen Sand, and Orca Revenge Grace Sharkey is back for another edition of Freight Freinds, where we talk about how we try to spot scams and misinformation online and how you can do it too. We also get into Grace's story on three emerging freight tech trends, our favorite 'logistics of' stories, and finally, our favorite conspiracy theories at the moment.

LINKS


TIMESTAMPS:

  • How to Spot Scams Online. 0:00
  • How to know the good news from the bad. 4:47
  • How to combat clickbait. 10:04
  • How fake news travels around the world. 15:28
  • How to filter through the breaking news cycle. 19:23
  • Support the journalists who do the work. 26:12
  • Apple’s new VR headset. 31:09
  • How will virtual reality become popular? 35:27
  • Do you feel that you would end up working too much like they probably already do? 40:21
  • Are we going to become more experiential as a society? 45:33
  • Three emerging trends in freight tech 49:38
  • My Carrier is digitizing the manual processes of the LTL industry and getting rid of BOLs. 54:34
  • Do you wish there was a central place to pull in all of your social media posts, recruit employees, and give potential customers a glimpse into how 59:59
  • The logistics of sand and sand theft. 1:05:00
  • What is the logistics of Hollywood paint? 1:11:34
  • Humpback whales respond more to the sound of wind than noise from ship engines, despite their similar frequencies. 1:16:03
  • Store brands vs. private label products. 1:21:35

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Grace Sharkey is back for another edition of Freight Freinds, where we talk about how we try to spot scams and misinformation online and how you can do it too. We also get into Grace's story on three emerging freight tech trends, our favorite 'logistics of' stories, and finally, our favorite conspiracy theories at the moment.

LINKS


TIMESTAMPS:

  • How to Spot Scams Online. 0:00
  • How to know the good news from the bad. 4:47
  • How to combat clickbait. 10:04
  • How fake news travels around the world. 15:28
  • How to filter through the breaking news cycle. 19:23
  • Support the journalists who do the work. 26:12
  • Apple’s new VR headset. 31:09
  • How will virtual reality become popular? 35:27
  • Do you feel that you would end up working too much like they probably already do? 40:21
  • Are we going to become more experiential as a society? 45:33
  • Three emerging trends in freight tech 49:38
  • My Carrier is digitizing the manual processes of the LTL industry and getting rid of BOLs. 54:34
  • Do you wish there was a central place to pull in all of your social media posts, recruit employees, and give potential customers a glimpse into how 59:59
  • The logistics of sand and sand theft. 1:05:00
  • What is the logistics of Hollywood paint? 1:11:34
  • Humpback whales respond more to the sound of wind than noise from ship engines, despite their similar frequencies. 1:16:03
  • Store brands vs. private label products. 1:21:35

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13018952 Tue, 13 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400 5560 full false Trucking's Biggest Problems and How to Solve Them with Mike Lombard Trucking's Biggest Problems and How to Solve Them with Mike Lombard In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve interviews Mike Lombard, owner-operator of Lombard Trucking, about the good, bad, and ugly of the trucking industry. 

Lombard shares his family's history in the business and his personal journey to becoming a driver. They discuss the challenges facing drivers in the supply chain industry, including the impact of the pandemic and perceived driver shortage talking points that lead to misinformation about the true problems in the trucking industry.


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
The listener will learn about challenges faced by truck drivers, the impact of AI on the industry, the importance of retention and treating drivers well, and issues related to truck parking, fraud, and division among drivers. The podcast also discusses the focus on identity politics in the information and service economy, the potential risks of AI and supply chain compromise, and the importance of finding solutions.


TIMESTAMPS:

[00:01:11] Family history and career choice.
[00:03:21] Restoring Lombard's Brand.
[00:07:31] Hair tests for CDL companies.
[00:10:11] Driver manager issues.
[00:12:17] Trucking company's diverse services.
[00:15:07] Driver Managers and Employee Retention.
[00:19:41] Driver turnover rates.
[00:21:09] Walmart's treatment of drivers.
[00:24:59] False driver shortage narrative.
[00:27:27] Life on the road.
[00:30:16] Workplace surveillance and efficiency.
[00:33:09] Paying drivers for their time.
[00:35:57] Inefficiency of loading docks.
[00:39:30] ATA's control over the industry.
[00:41:56] Autonomous trucks and control.
[00:45:31] The future of trucking.
[00:47:35] State governments forcing truck driving.
[00:50:24] Trucking company benefits.
[00:53:22] Carrier options for truckers.
[00:57:42] Changing the trucking industry.
[01:00:00] Driver's worth and rebellion.
[01:06:19] Trucking companies and health.
[01:08:48] Health and Productivity in Trucking.
[01:11:43] Work-life balance for truckers.
[01:14:44] Driver turnover and wages.
[01:18:35] Staying Fit on the Road.
[01:21:23] Truck parking as a growing issue.
[01:23:46] Truck parking and safety.
[01:26:48] Eastern European crime syndicates.
[01:29:46] Control of the supply chain.
[01:33:01] Solutions for CDL drivers.
[01:35:49] Complex problems require complex solutions.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve interviews Mike Lombard, owner-operator of Lombard Trucking, about the good, bad, and ugly of the trucking industry. 

Lombard shares his family's history in the business and his personal journey to becoming a driver. They discuss the challenges facing drivers in the supply chain industry, including the impact of the pandemic and perceived driver shortage talking points that lead to misinformation about the true problems in the trucking industry.


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
The listener will learn about challenges faced by truck drivers, the impact of AI on the industry, the importance of retention and treating drivers well, and issues related to truck parking, fraud, and division among drivers. The podcast also discusses the focus on identity politics in the information and service economy, the potential risks of AI and supply chain compromise, and the importance of finding solutions.


TIMESTAMPS:

[00:01:11] Family history and career choice.
[00:03:21] Restoring Lombard's Brand.
[00:07:31] Hair tests for CDL companies.
[00:10:11] Driver manager issues.
[00:12:17] Trucking company's diverse services.
[00:15:07] Driver Managers and Employee Retention.
[00:19:41] Driver turnover rates.
[00:21:09] Walmart's treatment of drivers.
[00:24:59] False driver shortage narrative.
[00:27:27] Life on the road.
[00:30:16] Workplace surveillance and efficiency.
[00:33:09] Paying drivers for their time.
[00:35:57] Inefficiency of loading docks.
[00:39:30] ATA's control over the industry.
[00:41:56] Autonomous trucks and control.
[00:45:31] The future of trucking.
[00:47:35] State governments forcing truck driving.
[00:50:24] Trucking company benefits.
[00:53:22] Carrier options for truckers.
[00:57:42] Changing the trucking industry.
[01:00:00] Driver's worth and rebellion.
[01:06:19] Trucking companies and health.
[01:08:48] Health and Productivity in Trucking.
[01:11:43] Work-life balance for truckers.
[01:14:44] Driver turnover and wages.
[01:18:35] Staying Fit on the Road.
[01:21:23] Truck parking as a growing issue.
[01:23:46] Truck parking and safety.
[01:26:48] Eastern European crime syndicates.
[01:29:46] Control of the supply chain.
[01:33:01] Solutions for CDL drivers.
[01:35:49] Complex problems require complex solutions.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-13000100 Thu, 08 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400 5835 full false What Does Real Success in Podcasting Look Like? What Does Real Success in Podcasting Look Like? Did you know over 90% of all podcasts never make it past 10 episodes?

Or how about this--Did you know if you're podcast episode gets 50 plays, you're in the top half of all podcasters?

It seems as if there is a giant misunderstanding over what is perceived as successful in podcasting and in this special episode, we're breaking down what REAL success looks like for veteran and aspiring podcasters.

As a background and in addition to hosting the Everything is Logistics podcast, I cofounded a podcaster community in Jacksonville, Florida, alongside my spouse, Badr Milligan. We're both big support-local people so we host quarterly meetups in local establishments all over the city dubbed Jax Podcasters United to help build community among audio creators.

In addition to in-person meetups, my cofounder Badr Milligan and I are starting to host online educational sessions (like today's episode) covering the business of podcasting and how other creators can evolve with these changes.


LINKS:

Learn more about the Jax Podcasters United community here: https://jaxpodcastersunite.com/

Watch the video version of this episode here:
https://youtu.be/L7wmyi7RfBw


TOOLS:


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

The listener will learn about what real success in podcasting looks like, including important numbers to consider and how to define success. The episode also covers new AI tools for podcasters and includes a conversational discussion with members of the Jacksonville Podcasters Unite group. The episode also discusses strategies for monetizing podcasts, including working directly with sponsors and building an email list to showcase their work and gather leads for potential sponsors.

TIMESTAMPS:

[00:07:27] Setting and achieving podcast goals.
[00:10:16] Monetizing a podcast.
[00:15:53] Episode download statistics.
[00:20:26] Podcast Download Manipulation.
[00:24:12] Moving beyond download metrics.
[00:27:16] Podcast growth statistics.
[00:31:49] ChatGPT for podcast episodes.
[00:35:40] Marketing your podcast on social media.
[00:42:42] AI features for podcasting.
[00:49:13] Social media strategy tips.
[00:53:27] Brand sponsorships for podcasts.
[00:56:29] Podcast Success Rates.
[01:01:39] Podcast sponsorships without metrics.
[01:04:23] Leveraging word of mouth.
[01:06:56] Learning new technology challenges.
[01:11:44] Marketing strategies for podcasts.
[01:16:55] Podcasting and Monetization.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Did you know over 90% of all podcasts never make it past 10 episodes?

Or how about this--Did you know if you're podcast episode gets 50 plays, you're in the top half of all podcasters?

It seems as if there is a giant misunderstanding over what is perceived as successful in podcasting and in this special episode, we're breaking down what REAL success looks like for veteran and aspiring podcasters.

As a background and in addition to hosting the Everything is Logistics podcast, I cofounded a podcaster community in Jacksonville, Florida, alongside my spouse, Badr Milligan. We're both big support-local people so we host quarterly meetups in local establishments all over the city dubbed Jax Podcasters United to help build community among audio creators.

In addition to in-person meetups, my cofounder Badr Milligan and I are starting to host online educational sessions (like today's episode) covering the business of podcasting and how other creators can evolve with these changes.


LINKS:

Learn more about the Jax Podcasters United community here: https://jaxpodcastersunite.com/

Watch the video version of this episode here:
https://youtu.be/L7wmyi7RfBw


TOOLS:


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

The listener will learn about what real success in podcasting looks like, including important numbers to consider and how to define success. The episode also covers new AI tools for podcasters and includes a conversational discussion with members of the Jacksonville Podcasters Unite group. The episode also discusses strategies for monetizing podcasts, including working directly with sponsors and building an email list to showcase their work and gather leads for potential sponsors.

TIMESTAMPS:

[00:07:27] Setting and achieving podcast goals.
[00:10:16] Monetizing a podcast.
[00:15:53] Episode download statistics.
[00:20:26] Podcast Download Manipulation.
[00:24:12] Moving beyond download metrics.
[00:27:16] Podcast growth statistics.
[00:31:49] ChatGPT for podcast episodes.
[00:35:40] Marketing your podcast on social media.
[00:42:42] AI features for podcasting.
[00:49:13] Social media strategy tips.
[00:53:27] Brand sponsorships for podcasts.
[00:56:29] Podcast Success Rates.
[01:01:39] Podcast sponsorships without metrics.
[01:04:23] Leveraging word of mouth.
[01:06:56] Learning new technology challenges.
[01:11:44] Marketing strategies for podcasts.
[01:16:55] Podcasting and Monetization.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12985480 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400 5137 full false The Evolution of the TMSA: A Century of Marketing and Sales in Transportation The Evolution of the TMSA: A Century of Marketing and Sales in Transportation The Transportation Marketing and Sales Association (TMSA) has been around for nearly 100 years, and with their upcoming flagship event, Elevate, happening in just a couple of weeks, we've got TMSA's executive director Jennifer Karpus-Romain on the show to talk all about it along with what prospective members can gain from joining the  TMSA.

LINKS: 


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
 
The listener will learn about the evolution of the Transportation Marketing and Sales Association (TMSA), the importance of software integration in transportation companies during COVID-19, the benefits of being a member of TMSA, and upcoming events and opportunities for networking and industry-specific training. The episode also discusses concerns about the impact of technology on creative jobs and the potential dangers of relying solely on AI-generated information.


TIMESTAMPS:
 
[00:01:55] Marketing and HR collaboration.
[00:04:22] Software integration over COVID.
[00:07:28] Website and member portal overhaul.
[00:11:06] Adding HubSpot and the benefits.
[00:15:43] One-person marketing teams.
[00:17:12] Supporting sales as a marketer.
[00:20:49] Branding in a downturn market.
[00:26:01] CRM implementation challenges.
[00:27:14] Continued training for success.
[00:32:22] Value of in-person connections.
[00:34:22] Mentorship and Networking Opportunities.
[00:39:39] Safeguarding your brand.
[00:42:22] Exploring Savannah as a conference location.
[00:46:11] AI and creative work.
[00:49:41] The impact of AI on jobs.
[00:52:03] The future of jobs.
[00:57:28] Implications of AI technology.
[00:59:02] Online Predatory Behavior.
[01:02:28] AI technology and government understanding.
[01:08:47] AI Language Models and Accuracy.
[01:11:03] AI and misinformation.
[01:15:15] Industry-specific training.
[01:17:15] Behind the scenes of logistics.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The Transportation Marketing and Sales Association (TMSA) has been around for nearly 100 years, and with their upcoming flagship event, Elevate, happening in just a couple of weeks, we've got TMSA's executive director Jennifer Karpus-Romain on the show to talk all about it along with what prospective members can gain from joining the  TMSA.

LINKS: 


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
 
The listener will learn about the evolution of the Transportation Marketing and Sales Association (TMSA), the importance of software integration in transportation companies during COVID-19, the benefits of being a member of TMSA, and upcoming events and opportunities for networking and industry-specific training. The episode also discusses concerns about the impact of technology on creative jobs and the potential dangers of relying solely on AI-generated information.


TIMESTAMPS:
 
[00:01:55] Marketing and HR collaboration.
[00:04:22] Software integration over COVID.
[00:07:28] Website and member portal overhaul.
[00:11:06] Adding HubSpot and the benefits.
[00:15:43] One-person marketing teams.
[00:17:12] Supporting sales as a marketer.
[00:20:49] Branding in a downturn market.
[00:26:01] CRM implementation challenges.
[00:27:14] Continued training for success.
[00:32:22] Value of in-person connections.
[00:34:22] Mentorship and Networking Opportunities.
[00:39:39] Safeguarding your brand.
[00:42:22] Exploring Savannah as a conference location.
[00:46:11] AI and creative work.
[00:49:41] The impact of AI on jobs.
[00:52:03] The future of jobs.
[00:57:28] Implications of AI technology.
[00:59:02] Online Predatory Behavior.
[01:02:28] AI technology and government understanding.
[01:08:47] AI Language Models and Accuracy.
[01:11:03] AI and misinformation.
[01:15:15] Industry-specific training.
[01:17:15] Behind the scenes of logistics.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12962669 Fri, 02 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400 4696 women in logistics full false The Freight Agent Trenches with Steve Burroughs The Freight Agent Trenches with Steve Burroughs Recording live from Vancouver, SPI freight agent Steve Burroughs joins the show to discuss the challenges and perks of working with family. Steve shares how he and his wife started working together and eventually brought on their children and daughter-in-law to work for their company. He admits that working with family can be difficult and requires many humbling lessons, but emphasizes the positive benefits of the family dynamic in the workplace.

Connect with Steve on Linkedin

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

The listener will learn about a family-owned freight brokerage business, including their unique family dynamic, experience in the industry, and approach to running their business with integrity and honesty. The episode also discusses the capabilities of SPI Logistics to support freight brokers with technology and back-office support, as well as the importance of trust and authenticity in the freight industry.

TIMESTAMPS:

[00:01:11] Working with family.
[00:03:17] Diverse experience in the transportation industry.
[00:08:56] Empathy in the freight industry.
[00:09:55] Freight brokerages and technology.
[00:13:19] Switching companies and loyalty.
[00:16:23] Business technology stack.
[00:23:56] Multi-generational business growth.
[00:28:32] Working remotely with Zoom.
[00:32:48] Preparing for the future.

QUOTABLES: 

  • 00:02:27 - "I mean, we're family and the business will not come ahead of the family because the minute that it does, I'll shut the business down."
  • 00:05:42 - "$200 a week was life-altering for us."
  • 00:08:32 - "We do everything with integrity."
  • 00:10:30 - "They wanted to go home or they wanted to stop and see a girlfriend."
  • 00:12:39 - "You won't get him."
  • 00:16:19 - "and a lot of things we didn't know we were looking for in SPI."
  • 00:17:29 - "SPI has tailored our needs into the program. So and we'll ask for something and I'll say, hey, this will make our lives better. This will make our business faster. OK, well, we'll make it happen. And they do. And so that has made all the difference in our business."
  • 00:20:30 - "And I'm not going to have to work as hard to do that."
  • 00:24:40 - "It is our competitive advantage."
  • 00:27:22 - "I never want to be thought of as a kitchen table broker."
  • 00:29:38 - "Yeah. How I can take more time off."
  • 00:33:17 - "You guys have a very powerful story to tell working on all different sides of the business."

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Recording live from Vancouver, SPI freight agent Steve Burroughs joins the show to discuss the challenges and perks of working with family. Steve shares how he and his wife started working together and eventually brought on their children and daughter-in-law to work for their company. He admits that working with family can be difficult and requires many humbling lessons, but emphasizes the positive benefits of the family dynamic in the workplace.

Connect with Steve on Linkedin

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

The listener will learn about a family-owned freight brokerage business, including their unique family dynamic, experience in the industry, and approach to running their business with integrity and honesty. The episode also discusses the capabilities of SPI Logistics to support freight brokers with technology and back-office support, as well as the importance of trust and authenticity in the freight industry.

TIMESTAMPS:

[00:01:11] Working with family.
[00:03:17] Diverse experience in the transportation industry.
[00:08:56] Empathy in the freight industry.
[00:09:55] Freight brokerages and technology.
[00:13:19] Switching companies and loyalty.
[00:16:23] Business technology stack.
[00:23:56] Multi-generational business growth.
[00:28:32] Working remotely with Zoom.
[00:32:48] Preparing for the future.

QUOTABLES: 

  • 00:02:27 - "I mean, we're family and the business will not come ahead of the family because the minute that it does, I'll shut the business down."
  • 00:05:42 - "$200 a week was life-altering for us."
  • 00:08:32 - "We do everything with integrity."
  • 00:10:30 - "They wanted to go home or they wanted to stop and see a girlfriend."
  • 00:12:39 - "You won't get him."
  • 00:16:19 - "and a lot of things we didn't know we were looking for in SPI."
  • 00:17:29 - "SPI has tailored our needs into the program. So and we'll ask for something and I'll say, hey, this will make our lives better. This will make our business faster. OK, well, we'll make it happen. And they do. And so that has made all the difference in our business."
  • 00:20:30 - "And I'm not going to have to work as hard to do that."
  • 00:24:40 - "It is our competitive advantage."
  • 00:27:22 - "I never want to be thought of as a kitchen table broker."
  • 00:29:38 - "Yeah. How I can take more time off."
  • 00:33:17 - "You guys have a very powerful story to tell working on all different sides of the business."

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12949904 Wed, 31 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2123 full false The Relationship Between Venture Capital and Logistics with Auto Tech Ventures The Relationship Between Venture Capital and Logistics with Auto Tech Ventures In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve talks about venture capital and logistics to Burak Cendek, partner at Auto Tech Ventures. The conversation covers the investment strategy and cultural aspects of VCs, specifically in the freight industry.

Cendek shares his journey from growing up in Turkey and coming to the United States for college to working in engineering and eventually venture capital. The episode highlights the importance of understanding the unique challenges and opportunities in the logistics industry when it comes to venture capital investments.

LINKS


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
The listener will learn about the background and experience of a venture capitalist who specializes in investing in early stage startups related to ground transportation. They will also learn about AutoTech Ventures, a sector-specific fund that focuses on ground transportation and has built an ecosystem around it. The episode discusses the importance of unit economics and team when investing in startups in the ground transportation, logistics, and tracking industries. The podcast also discusses the potential for a more connected and digital infrastructure in the freight industry, including the use of chatbots and trucking in a box companies.


TIMESTAMPS:

[00:01:23] Journey to the United States.
[00:04:15] Disaster logistics in Turkey.
[00:09:31] Ground transportation investment strategy.
[00:11:32] Podcasting in Logistics.
[00:15:29] Balancing growth and profitability.
[00:19:21] Importance of team in startups.
[00:22:53] Tech vs Brokerage Business.
[00:26:31] Thesis-driven investment strategies.
[00:31:30] AI in freight ecosystem.
[00:34:03] Trucking in a box.
[00:39:01] Starting a startup in freight.
[00:41:49] VC firms and podcasts.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve talks about venture capital and logistics to Burak Cendek, partner at Auto Tech Ventures. The conversation covers the investment strategy and cultural aspects of VCs, specifically in the freight industry.

Cendek shares his journey from growing up in Turkey and coming to the United States for college to working in engineering and eventually venture capital. The episode highlights the importance of understanding the unique challenges and opportunities in the logistics industry when it comes to venture capital investments.

LINKS


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
The listener will learn about the background and experience of a venture capitalist who specializes in investing in early stage startups related to ground transportation. They will also learn about AutoTech Ventures, a sector-specific fund that focuses on ground transportation and has built an ecosystem around it. The episode discusses the importance of unit economics and team when investing in startups in the ground transportation, logistics, and tracking industries. The podcast also discusses the potential for a more connected and digital infrastructure in the freight industry, including the use of chatbots and trucking in a box companies.


TIMESTAMPS:

[00:01:23] Journey to the United States.
[00:04:15] Disaster logistics in Turkey.
[00:09:31] Ground transportation investment strategy.
[00:11:32] Podcasting in Logistics.
[00:15:29] Balancing growth and profitability.
[00:19:21] Importance of team in startups.
[00:22:53] Tech vs Brokerage Business.
[00:26:31] Thesis-driven investment strategies.
[00:31:30] AI in freight ecosystem.
[00:34:03] Trucking in a box.
[00:39:01] Starting a startup in freight.
[00:41:49] VC firms and podcasts.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12897443 Thu, 25 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2789 full false How to Start Incorporating AI In Your Work and Creating 'Why Buy' Cold Email Campaigns How to Start Incorporating AI In Your Work and Creating 'Why Buy' Cold Email Campaigns Getting business in a tight market is challenging but sending 10k cold emails and expecting to get a decent response should be grounds to have you thrown in jail.

Ok, that last part was a little dramatic, but we live in interesting times.

These interesting times include massive layoffs and cutbacks which has any normal person feeling a little nervous.

So how do we prepare and strategize during a challenging time?

By sending cold emails that don't suck.

Most cold emails suck because of the laziness of the person sending them. We've all been guilty of hearing the hopes that marketing and sales software can help us send targeted campaigns that our audience will love. Only to find out that most folks purchase an email list, load it into Hubspot, and hope for the best.

This spray-and-pray tactic only works to annoy the very people you would hope to become a customer.

So in a world of AI and inboxes getting record amounts of spam, how do we stick out?

By crafting a good 'Why Buy' campaign.



LINKS: 


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
The listener will learn about a variety of topics related to marketing and AI, including Legion campaigns, establishing clear pathways to conversion, the impact of AI on the workforce, using AI tools for image creation and copywriting, finding potential use cases for AI in business, creating effective cold outreach campaigns and email sequences, and the importance of staying educated and adapting to the changing market. The podcast also promotes various resources and services related to marketing and AI.



TIMESTAMPS:
00:05:16 Create a conversion pathway.
00:07:03 Test forms regularly for success.
00:14:39 AI replacing white-collar jobs.
00:20:03 Embrace AI tools for success.
00:20:51 Stay educated on AI.
00:31:30 Stand out with YBIs.
00:36:41 Stand out with why buys.
00:37:05 Create targeted messaging to stand out.
00:45:19 Stay educated and adapt.
00:49:30 Navigate the digital world.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Getting business in a tight market is challenging but sending 10k cold emails and expecting to get a decent response should be grounds to have you thrown in jail.

Ok, that last part was a little dramatic, but we live in interesting times.

These interesting times include massive layoffs and cutbacks which has any normal person feeling a little nervous.

So how do we prepare and strategize during a challenging time?

By sending cold emails that don't suck.

Most cold emails suck because of the laziness of the person sending them. We've all been guilty of hearing the hopes that marketing and sales software can help us send targeted campaigns that our audience will love. Only to find out that most folks purchase an email list, load it into Hubspot, and hope for the best.

This spray-and-pray tactic only works to annoy the very people you would hope to become a customer.

So in a world of AI and inboxes getting record amounts of spam, how do we stick out?

By crafting a good 'Why Buy' campaign.



LINKS: 


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
The listener will learn about a variety of topics related to marketing and AI, including Legion campaigns, establishing clear pathways to conversion, the impact of AI on the workforce, using AI tools for image creation and copywriting, finding potential use cases for AI in business, creating effective cold outreach campaigns and email sequences, and the importance of staying educated and adapting to the changing market. The podcast also promotes various resources and services related to marketing and AI.



TIMESTAMPS:
00:05:16 Create a conversion pathway.
00:07:03 Test forms regularly for success.
00:14:39 AI replacing white-collar jobs.
00:20:03 Embrace AI tools for success.
00:20:51 Stay educated on AI.
00:31:30 Stand out with YBIs.
00:36:41 Stand out with why buys.
00:37:05 Create targeted messaging to stand out.
00:45:19 Stay educated and adapt.
00:49:30 Navigate the digital world.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12897248 Tue, 23 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3007 full false How Transfix Breaks Down the Sales and Marketing Silos with Carly Gunby How Transfix Breaks Down the Sales and Marketing Silos with Carly Gunby Blythe Brumleve is joined by Carly Gunby, who at the time of recording was VP of Sales Strategy and Marketing at TransFix, but has since been promoted to VP of Shipper Success and Sales--which deserves a big congrats! 

On this episode of Everything is Logistics, Carly discusses the growing relationship between digital freight brokerages and traditional freight brokerages. Carly is a Jacksonville resident, a FSU graduate and Jacksonville Jaguars fan, who despite having an Art History degree, stumbled into the logistics industry. After beginning her career with inside sales, she was promoted and had the opportunity to learn more about the industry, including ocean freight, warehousing, customs brokerage, and truck brokerage. She's sharing her experience on how to help the sales and marketing teams in freight work better together. 


LINKS


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
The listener will learn about the evolving relationship between sales and marketing in the freight brokerage industry, as well as the experiences of a female leader in logistics and the importance of supportive leadership. The episode also discusses TransFix's freight platform, sales strategy, and investment in technology, including chat GPT and AI tools. The podcast highlights the benefits of data and transparency in the logistics industry and updates on upcoming beta tools.

TIMESTAMPS:
[00:01:17] Stumbling into logistics.
[00:03:10] Understanding logistics and supply chain.
[00:07:01] Digital freight marketplaces.
[00:10:11] Sales strategy during COVID.
[00:15:37] Freight brokerage sales strategies.
[00:16:36] Referral Relationship Strategies.
[00:20:09] Social media marketing strategies.
[00:24:07] Women in male dominated industry.
[00:26:41] Women in logistics leadership.
[00:30:08] Dedicated carrier partnerships.
[00:33:53] AI and chat GPT in sales.
[00:38:20] TrueRate Plus Tool.
[00:39:33] Cold calling and emailing.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve is joined by Carly Gunby, who at the time of recording was VP of Sales Strategy and Marketing at TransFix, but has since been promoted to VP of Shipper Success and Sales--which deserves a big congrats! 

On this episode of Everything is Logistics, Carly discusses the growing relationship between digital freight brokerages and traditional freight brokerages. Carly is a Jacksonville resident, a FSU graduate and Jacksonville Jaguars fan, who despite having an Art History degree, stumbled into the logistics industry. After beginning her career with inside sales, she was promoted and had the opportunity to learn more about the industry, including ocean freight, warehousing, customs brokerage, and truck brokerage. She's sharing her experience on how to help the sales and marketing teams in freight work better together. 


LINKS


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
The listener will learn about the evolving relationship between sales and marketing in the freight brokerage industry, as well as the experiences of a female leader in logistics and the importance of supportive leadership. The episode also discusses TransFix's freight platform, sales strategy, and investment in technology, including chat GPT and AI tools. The podcast highlights the benefits of data and transparency in the logistics industry and updates on upcoming beta tools.

TIMESTAMPS:
[00:01:17] Stumbling into logistics.
[00:03:10] Understanding logistics and supply chain.
[00:07:01] Digital freight marketplaces.
[00:10:11] Sales strategy during COVID.
[00:15:37] Freight brokerage sales strategies.
[00:16:36] Referral Relationship Strategies.
[00:20:09] Social media marketing strategies.
[00:24:07] Women in male dominated industry.
[00:26:41] Women in logistics leadership.
[00:30:08] Dedicated carrier partnerships.
[00:33:53] AI and chat GPT in sales.
[00:38:20] TrueRate Plus Tool.
[00:39:33] Cold calling and emailing.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12878256 Fri, 19 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2525 women in logistics full false How Pitney Bowes Refines Their E-Commerce Operations with Stephanie Cannon How Pitney Bowes Refines Their E-Commerce Operations with Stephanie Cannon In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve interviews Stephanie Cannon, SVP at Pitney Bowes, about her background in logistics and how she fell in love with the industry.

Cannon shares that she started as an industrial engineer in college and landed her first co-op job with UPS, which ultimately led to a full-time job offer and participation in their management trainee program. She discusses the importance of understanding all facets of a logistics company and the value of hands-on experience.

LINKS: 


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

The listener will learn about various topics related to logistics, including the speaker's experience working at UPS, challenges of logistics operations in different countries, Pitney Bowes' different business divisions and innovations, the use of robotics in warehouse systems, and Pitney Bowes' efforts to improve worker engagement and retention through automation.


TIMESTAMPS:

[00:01:52] UPS management trainee program. 
[00:05:27] International logistics operations. 
[00:07:23] Pitney Bowes' global e-commerce. 
[00:10:46] Workforce optimization. 
[00:14:09] Consultative parcel shipping solutions. 
[00:17:19] Flexible automation in warehouses. 
[00:20:41] Employee involvement in automation. 
[00:24:20] Monotonous jobs and robotics. 
[00:27:18] Robotics in Warehouses. 
[00:33:02] Parcel Shipping Index. 
[00:33:52] E-commerce innovation and automation.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve interviews Stephanie Cannon, SVP at Pitney Bowes, about her background in logistics and how she fell in love with the industry.

Cannon shares that she started as an industrial engineer in college and landed her first co-op job with UPS, which ultimately led to a full-time job offer and participation in their management trainee program. She discusses the importance of understanding all facets of a logistics company and the value of hands-on experience.

LINKS: 


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

The listener will learn about various topics related to logistics, including the speaker's experience working at UPS, challenges of logistics operations in different countries, Pitney Bowes' different business divisions and innovations, the use of robotics in warehouse systems, and Pitney Bowes' efforts to improve worker engagement and retention through automation.


TIMESTAMPS:

[00:01:52] UPS management trainee program. 
[00:05:27] International logistics operations. 
[00:07:23] Pitney Bowes' global e-commerce. 
[00:10:46] Workforce optimization. 
[00:14:09] Consultative parcel shipping solutions. 
[00:17:19] Flexible automation in warehouses. 
[00:20:41] Employee involvement in automation. 
[00:24:20] Monotonous jobs and robotics. 
[00:27:18] Robotics in Warehouses. 
[00:33:02] Parcel Shipping Index. 
[00:33:52] E-commerce innovation and automation.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12871480 Thu, 18 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2211 women in logistics full false Freight Friends on How the Attention Economy is Changing, Taylor Swift Concert Logistics, and More Freight Friends on How the Attention Economy is Changing, Taylor Swift Concert Logistics, and More In this episode, Grace Sharkey and the host discuss the new era of media, including the recent shake-ups in the legacy media world and the influencer economy.

They also introduce a couple of new segments to the podcast, including discussions on their favorite logistics stories of the month and intriguing conspiracy theories. The episode ends with a roundup of the latest freight tech and media stories from Grace.

LINKS:


TIMESTAMPS:

[00:02:24] New era of media. 
[00:05:05] Influencers gaining more power. 
[00:09:03] Influencer marketing and its flaws. 
[00:12:16] Influencers and media companies. 
[00:16:23] Going Direct to Twitter. 
[00:19:39] Spotify's User Interface Challenges. 
[00:23:24] Influencer lifestyle and platforms. 
[00:29:45] AI in podcasting. 
[00:31:22] AI Instagram account realizes truth. 
[00:36:03] Princess Diana's Infamous Interview. 
[00:38:15] Royal family fashion. 
[00:42:41] The logistics of music tours. 
[00:45:21] Low margins in music industry. 
[00:50:10] Lipstick logistics. 
[00:52:18] Lipstick logistics and the economy. 
[00:56:10] Press on nails and nail salon economy. 
[00:59:28] Britney Spears conspiracy theory. 
[01:06:30] Feral people in national parks. 
[01:11:29] Mountain lion encounter. 
[01:13:35] Hiking in bear territory. 
[01:20:27] AI in retail. 
[01:20:57] 3D imaging with AI. 
[01:25:12] Getting the most out of technology. 
[01:28:27] Mental models in business.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Grace Sharkey and the host discuss the new era of media, including the recent shake-ups in the legacy media world and the influencer economy.

They also introduce a couple of new segments to the podcast, including discussions on their favorite logistics stories of the month and intriguing conspiracy theories. The episode ends with a roundup of the latest freight tech and media stories from Grace.

LINKS:


TIMESTAMPS:

[00:02:24] New era of media. 
[00:05:05] Influencers gaining more power. 
[00:09:03] Influencer marketing and its flaws. 
[00:12:16] Influencers and media companies. 
[00:16:23] Going Direct to Twitter. 
[00:19:39] Spotify's User Interface Challenges. 
[00:23:24] Influencer lifestyle and platforms. 
[00:29:45] AI in podcasting. 
[00:31:22] AI Instagram account realizes truth. 
[00:36:03] Princess Diana's Infamous Interview. 
[00:38:15] Royal family fashion. 
[00:42:41] The logistics of music tours. 
[00:45:21] Low margins in music industry. 
[00:50:10] Lipstick logistics. 
[00:52:18] Lipstick logistics and the economy. 
[00:56:10] Press on nails and nail salon economy. 
[00:59:28] Britney Spears conspiracy theory. 
[01:06:30] Feral people in national parks. 
[01:11:29] Mountain lion encounter. 
[01:13:35] Hiking in bear territory. 
[01:20:27] AI in retail. 
[01:20:57] 3D imaging with AI. 
[01:25:12] Getting the most out of technology. 
[01:28:27] Mental models in business.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12856285 Tue, 16 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400 5417 full false Using Social Media to Grow Your Brokerage Business and Personal Brand Using Social Media to Grow Your Brokerage Business and Personal Brand In this episode of "Everything is Logistics host Blythe Brumleve welcomes CEO of Scale Logistics, Shay Lynn Dixon, to discuss using social media to grow your brokerage business and personal media brand.

They chat about their personal histories in the logistics industry and how they got to where they are today. Dixon shares how she started in the industry and how her previous job taught her the basic skill set that she needed for her current business. The episode emphasizes the importance of leveraging social media to build a brand and connect with potential clients.


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

The listener will learn about using social media to grow a brokerage business and personal brand, the importance of structuring a business from the beginning, the benefits of staying within a niche, and the challenges of shifting away from it. They will also learn about the founding of Scale Logistics, the speaker's passion for the aerospace industry, and their approach to social media and content marketing. The episode also discusses the importance of building relationships in business, following up with contacts, and using AI tools for writing and fact-checking. Additionally, the episode covers the accuracy of various statements related to shipping aerospace parts, the benefits of using freight forwarding services, and the Freight Broker community.


LINKS:


TIMESTAMPS:

[00:02:22] Restarting a freight brokerage.

[00:03:44] Freight Brokerage Partnerships.

[00:07:29] Aerospace and STEM education.

[00:11:24] Rebranding and Personal Branding.

[00:15:21] Social media strategy planning.

[00:18:25] Small business marketing education.

[00:22:07] Standing out in logistics industry.

[00:25:11] Creating content for trust.

[00:29:01] Strategies for building business on LinkedIn.

[00:32:04] Trade Show Strategy.

[00:35:19] Approaching potential clients.

[00:39:07] Developing relationships for business growth.

[00:43:39] Small talk in the South.

[00:48:26] ROI on social media strategies.

[00:51:55] Saying no to bad fits.

[00:54:11] AI tools for business.

[00:57:19] AI in the freight industry.

[01:00:16] Shipping aerospace parts internationally.

[01:03:02] Solopreneurship and mentoring.




Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of "Everything is Logistics host Blythe Brumleve welcomes CEO of Scale Logistics, Shay Lynn Dixon, to discuss using social media to grow your brokerage business and personal media brand.

They chat about their personal histories in the logistics industry and how they got to where they are today. Dixon shares how she started in the industry and how her previous job taught her the basic skill set that she needed for her current business. The episode emphasizes the importance of leveraging social media to build a brand and connect with potential clients.


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

The listener will learn about using social media to grow a brokerage business and personal brand, the importance of structuring a business from the beginning, the benefits of staying within a niche, and the challenges of shifting away from it. They will also learn about the founding of Scale Logistics, the speaker's passion for the aerospace industry, and their approach to social media and content marketing. The episode also discusses the importance of building relationships in business, following up with contacts, and using AI tools for writing and fact-checking. Additionally, the episode covers the accuracy of various statements related to shipping aerospace parts, the benefits of using freight forwarding services, and the Freight Broker community.


LINKS:


TIMESTAMPS:

[00:02:22] Restarting a freight brokerage.

[00:03:44] Freight Brokerage Partnerships.

[00:07:29] Aerospace and STEM education.

[00:11:24] Rebranding and Personal Branding.

[00:15:21] Social media strategy planning.

[00:18:25] Small business marketing education.

[00:22:07] Standing out in logistics industry.

[00:25:11] Creating content for trust.

[00:29:01] Strategies for building business on LinkedIn.

[00:32:04] Trade Show Strategy.

[00:35:19] Approaching potential clients.

[00:39:07] Developing relationships for business growth.

[00:43:39] Small talk in the South.

[00:48:26] ROI on social media strategies.

[00:51:55] Saying no to bad fits.

[00:54:11] AI tools for business.

[00:57:19] AI in the freight industry.

[01:00:16] Shipping aerospace parts internationally.

[01:03:02] Solopreneurship and mentoring.




Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12811061 Thu, 11 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3996 women in logistics full false The State of Logistics Podcasting with Joe Lynch The State of Logistics Podcasting with Joe Lynch Blythe Brumleve welcomes Joe Lynch, host of The Logistics of Logistics podcast, to discuss the state of podcasting in the freight industry. They talk about the growing popularity of podcasts in the logistics industry and how podcasting can be a helpful tool for professionals to stay up-to-date on industry trends and insights. They also discuss the challenges of starting and maintaining a podcast and offer tips for success. Overall, it's a lively conversation between two industry veterans who are passionate about sharing knowledge and creating engaging content for their audiences.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

The listener will learn about the state of podcasting in the freight industry, Joe's career journey from the automotive industry to the logistics industry, and the challenges and benefits of podcasting as a marketing tool. They will also hear about the importance of building relationships and engagement in podcasting, the challenges of creating YouTube content, and the potential convergence between YouTube and podcasting.

LINKS:



TIMESTAMPS:

[00:01:48] Joe's career background.

[00:03:51] Starting a successful blog.

[00:07:57] Podcasting during COVID lockdown.

[00:10:54] High Failure Rate of Podcasts.

[00:15:50] Picking podcast guests.

[00:17:09] Evergreen content strategy.

[00:23:14] Listener-funded podcasts.

[00:24:49] Sponsored content authenticity.

[00:28:39] How to make a bad podcast.

[00:32:45] Successful entrepreneurs from humble beginnings.

[00:36:05] Starting a Podcast.

[00:38:12] The challenges of podcasting.

[00:41:33] Collaborating with sponsors.

[00:47:46] Podcasting and YouTube convergence.

[00:48:23] Creating YouTube-friendly content.

[00:52:32] The future of TikTok.

[00:55:57] Trucking industry job improvement.

[01:00:11] Podcasting and community building.

[01:02:54] Warehousing company turnover.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve welcomes Joe Lynch, host of The Logistics of Logistics podcast, to discuss the state of podcasting in the freight industry. They talk about the growing popularity of podcasts in the logistics industry and how podcasting can be a helpful tool for professionals to stay up-to-date on industry trends and insights. They also discuss the challenges of starting and maintaining a podcast and offer tips for success. Overall, it's a lively conversation between two industry veterans who are passionate about sharing knowledge and creating engaging content for their audiences.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

The listener will learn about the state of podcasting in the freight industry, Joe's career journey from the automotive industry to the logistics industry, and the challenges and benefits of podcasting as a marketing tool. They will also hear about the importance of building relationships and engagement in podcasting, the challenges of creating YouTube content, and the potential convergence between YouTube and podcasting.

LINKS:



TIMESTAMPS:

[00:01:48] Joe's career background.

[00:03:51] Starting a successful blog.

[00:07:57] Podcasting during COVID lockdown.

[00:10:54] High Failure Rate of Podcasts.

[00:15:50] Picking podcast guests.

[00:17:09] Evergreen content strategy.

[00:23:14] Listener-funded podcasts.

[00:24:49] Sponsored content authenticity.

[00:28:39] How to make a bad podcast.

[00:32:45] Successful entrepreneurs from humble beginnings.

[00:36:05] Starting a Podcast.

[00:38:12] The challenges of podcasting.

[00:41:33] Collaborating with sponsors.

[00:47:46] Podcasting and YouTube convergence.

[00:48:23] Creating YouTube-friendly content.

[00:52:32] The future of TikTok.

[00:55:57] Trucking industry job improvement.

[01:00:11] Podcasting and community building.

[01:02:54] Warehousing company turnover.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12810894 Tue, 09 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400 4015 full false The World of E-Commerce and Fulfillment with GEODIS e-Logistics The World of E-Commerce and Fulfillment with GEODIS e-Logistics On this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve welcomes Reed Loeffel, manager of merchant acquisition and strategy at GEODIS e-Logistics, to discuss the world of e-commerce and fulfillment. Blythe and Reed reminisce about meeting at the Manifest logistics conference and discuss the infamous GEODIS puppy lounge sponsorship that garnered lots of attention.

The conversation touches on the latest trends in e-commerce, the challenges of fulfillment in a fast-paced industry, and how e-commerce companies can optimize their supply chain networks.

LINKS: 


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

The listener will learn about GEODIS eLogistics, a logistics company that offers end-to-end services for e-commerce brands, including packaging, fulfillment, and delivery.

The episode discusses the company's use of robotic systems, the importance of building a strong website, and the challenges of managing returns and inventory levels during COVID. The guest speaker shares their expertise in e-commerce logistics, including insights on trends, challenges, and best practices, and the potential impact of AI on jobs in the marketing industry.


TIMESTAMPS:

[00:00:25] Geodes eLogistics and e-commerce.

[00:06:13] E-commerce fulfillment and delivery.

[00:07:33] International Fulfillment Department.

[00:11:22] Robotics in e-commerce.

[00:15:54] Robotics in warehouse operations.

[00:19:02] E-logistics and customer experience.

[00:21:30] E-Logistics and Warehousing.

[00:25:14] When to reach out to 3PL.

[00:29:00] My e-Logistics Portal.

[00:33:11] Reverse logistics solutions.

[00:36:18] Returns as customer retention.

[00:40:03] Launching a new product.

[00:44:42] Opportunities for e-com brands.

[00:48:35] E-commerce logistics expertise.

[00:51:23] AI as a tool in marketing.

[00:54:21] Puppy video and show notes.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> On this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve welcomes Reed Loeffel, manager of merchant acquisition and strategy at GEODIS e-Logistics, to discuss the world of e-commerce and fulfillment. Blythe and Reed reminisce about meeting at the Manifest logistics conference and discuss the infamous GEODIS puppy lounge sponsorship that garnered lots of attention.

The conversation touches on the latest trends in e-commerce, the challenges of fulfillment in a fast-paced industry, and how e-commerce companies can optimize their supply chain networks.

LINKS: 


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

The listener will learn about GEODIS eLogistics, a logistics company that offers end-to-end services for e-commerce brands, including packaging, fulfillment, and delivery.

The episode discusses the company's use of robotic systems, the importance of building a strong website, and the challenges of managing returns and inventory levels during COVID. The guest speaker shares their expertise in e-commerce logistics, including insights on trends, challenges, and best practices, and the potential impact of AI on jobs in the marketing industry.


TIMESTAMPS:

[00:00:25] Geodes eLogistics and e-commerce.

[00:06:13] E-commerce fulfillment and delivery.

[00:07:33] International Fulfillment Department.

[00:11:22] Robotics in e-commerce.

[00:15:54] Robotics in warehouse operations.

[00:19:02] E-logistics and customer experience.

[00:21:30] E-Logistics and Warehousing.

[00:25:14] When to reach out to 3PL.

[00:29:00] My e-Logistics Portal.

[00:33:11] Reverse logistics solutions.

[00:36:18] Returns as customer retention.

[00:40:03] Launching a new product.

[00:44:42] Opportunities for e-com brands.

[00:48:35] E-commerce logistics expertise.

[00:51:23] AI as a tool in marketing.

[00:54:21] Puppy video and show notes.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12732269 Tue, 02 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3363 full false Breaking Down the Middle Mile with CloudSort CEO Derek Szopa Breaking Down the Middle Mile with CloudSort CEO Derek Szopa In this episode of "Everything is Logistics," host Blythe Brumleve interviews Derek Szopa, CEO of CloudSort, about the middle mile in logistics. They discuss Szopa's background in the Marine Corps and how it has helped shape his career in the corporate world. Szopa emphasizes the importance of being resourceful with limited resources, which is a key aspect of small-unit leadership in the military. The conversation highlights the need for more attention and innovation in the middle mile of logistics, which often goes overlooked in discussions of the first and last mile.


LINKS:


TIMESTAMPS:

[00:00:20] The Middle Mile
[00:09:37] Inadequacy of legacy systems
[00:12:05] Clouds and logistics
[00:16:10] Moving work to greatest value
[00:20:05] CloudSort and ecosystem
[00:27:14] AI and Complex Nodes
[00:27:57] AI technology advancements
[00:32:33] Optimizing logistics for the environment


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of "Everything is Logistics," host Blythe Brumleve interviews Derek Szopa, CEO of CloudSort, about the middle mile in logistics. They discuss Szopa's background in the Marine Corps and how it has helped shape his career in the corporate world. Szopa emphasizes the importance of being resourceful with limited resources, which is a key aspect of small-unit leadership in the military. The conversation highlights the need for more attention and innovation in the middle mile of logistics, which often goes overlooked in discussions of the first and last mile.


LINKS:


TIMESTAMPS:

[00:00:20] The Middle Mile
[00:09:37] Inadequacy of legacy systems
[00:12:05] Clouds and logistics
[00:16:10] Moving work to greatest value
[00:20:05] CloudSort and ecosystem
[00:27:14] AI and Complex Nodes
[00:27:57] AI technology advancements
[00:32:33] Optimizing logistics for the environment


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12732108 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2179 full false The Fascinating and Frustrating Aspects of Cargo Crime The Fascinating and Frustrating Aspects of Cargo Crime In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe Brumleve interviews Ron Greene, the VP of biz development at Overhaul, about the world of cargo crime. Greene discusses his experience in cargo risk management and how his company works with various industries to mitigate the risk of cargo theft.

They also talk about the importance of establishing risk protocols and recovery systems in case theft does occur. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the fascinating and frustrating world of cargo crime.

LINKS: 


TIME STAMPS: 

[00:02:10] Cargo theft risk protocols.

[00:04:22] In-transit cargo risk management.

[00:08:48] Reducing theft risk by 80%.

[00:12:54] Cargo theft on the rise.

[00:17:00] Cargo crime in Brazil.

[00:22:52] Preventing cargo theft.

[00:23:33] Highly targeted shipments.

[00:29:02] Cargo theft and recovery.

[00:31:23] Cargo criminals and police response.

[00:35:21] Cargo theft around the world.

[00:40:00] Machine learning in risk management.

[00:42:48] Logistics technology start-up.



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe Brumleve interviews Ron Greene, the VP of biz development at Overhaul, about the world of cargo crime. Greene discusses his experience in cargo risk management and how his company works with various industries to mitigate the risk of cargo theft.

They also talk about the importance of establishing risk protocols and recovery systems in case theft does occur. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the fascinating and frustrating world of cargo crime.

LINKS: 


TIME STAMPS: 

[00:02:10] Cargo theft risk protocols.

[00:04:22] In-transit cargo risk management.

[00:08:48] Reducing theft risk by 80%.

[00:12:54] Cargo theft on the rise.

[00:17:00] Cargo crime in Brazil.

[00:22:52] Preventing cargo theft.

[00:23:33] Highly targeted shipments.

[00:29:02] Cargo theft and recovery.

[00:31:23] Cargo criminals and police response.

[00:35:21] Cargo theft around the world.

[00:40:00] Machine learning in risk management.

[00:42:48] Logistics technology start-up.



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12669332 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2695 full false The Role of IT in a 3PL with Eze Peralta The Role of IT in a 3PL with Eze Peralta In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe Brumleve interviews Ezequiel (Eze) Peralta, the VP of Technology at SPI Logistics, about the role of IT in 3PL.

Eze talks about his early background in technology and databases, including creating software for his own small businesses. He then goes on to describe his work with SPI Logistics on developing data warehouses and analytics solutions.

The discussion highlights the importance of investing in IT infrastructure for 3PLs and the significant role it plays in optimizing their operations.

LINKS: 

  • Connect with Eze via email at eperalta@spi3pl.com 


TIME STAMPS: 

[00:03:09] Building a database.

[05:14] Designing databases and data modeling.

[00:08:49] Data Loss Prevention.

[00:13:08] Talking to team before implementing.

[00:16:42] SPI's tech stack.

[00:22:24] Freight management flexibility.

[00:28:17] Automating the onboarding process.

[00:30:30] Benefits of tech transition.

[00:35:37] Cybersecurity risks in remote work.

[00:41:15] AI and Chat GPT technology.

[00:43:28] Chat GPT and business processes.

[00:46:16] Digital matching of freight.

[00:53:31] Improving carrier relationships.

[00:55:10] TMS Integration and Customization.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe Brumleve interviews Ezequiel (Eze) Peralta, the VP of Technology at SPI Logistics, about the role of IT in 3PL.

Eze talks about his early background in technology and databases, including creating software for his own small businesses. He then goes on to describe his work with SPI Logistics on developing data warehouses and analytics solutions.

The discussion highlights the importance of investing in IT infrastructure for 3PLs and the significant role it plays in optimizing their operations.

LINKS: 

  • Connect with Eze via email at eperalta@spi3pl.com 


TIME STAMPS: 

[00:03:09] Building a database.

[05:14] Designing databases and data modeling.

[00:08:49] Data Loss Prevention.

[00:13:08] Talking to team before implementing.

[00:16:42] SPI's tech stack.

[00:22:24] Freight management flexibility.

[00:28:17] Automating the onboarding process.

[00:30:30] Benefits of tech transition.

[00:35:37] Cybersecurity risks in remote work.

[00:41:15] AI and Chat GPT technology.

[00:43:28] Chat GPT and business processes.

[00:46:16] Digital matching of freight.

[00:53:31] Improving carrier relationships.

[00:55:10] TMS Integration and Customization.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12669183 Thu, 20 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3749 full false Mental Models, Highway Care, and Retailers Battling Tight Markets with Grace Sharkey Mental Models, Highway Care, and Retailers Battling Tight Markets with Grace Sharkey In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve and guest Grace Sharkey of FreightWave discuss mental models, an interstate healthcare network for truck drivers, import reports, and how retailers are coping with a tightening market and a wacky economy. They also briefly discuss the drama surrounding Meghan Markle and the royal family. Tune in to hear their insights on all these topics.


LINKS: 


TIME STAMPS: 

[00:01:55] Mental models for problem-solving.

[00:03:58] Decision-making and Hicks Law.

[00:09:16] Goldilocks Zone.

[00:13:00] Perfect customer experience.

[00:17:23] Roko's Basilisk thought experiment.

[00:19:48] The dangers of AI.

[00:24:15] The Bullshit Asymmetry Principle.

[00:29:33] Highway Care Network.

[00:30:33] Telehealth clinics for truckers.

[00:34:35] Trucker health services.

[00:39:39] High inventory levels and low sales.

[00:42:14] Student loans and consumer spending.

[00:46:37] The end of globalization.

[00:49:30] Royal drama and coronation.

[00:54:23] The disappointment with Megan Markle.

[00:57:09] SEO and self-promotion.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve and guest Grace Sharkey of FreightWave discuss mental models, an interstate healthcare network for truck drivers, import reports, and how retailers are coping with a tightening market and a wacky economy. They also briefly discuss the drama surrounding Meghan Markle and the royal family. Tune in to hear their insights on all these topics.


LINKS: 


TIME STAMPS: 

[00:01:55] Mental models for problem-solving.

[00:03:58] Decision-making and Hicks Law.

[00:09:16] Goldilocks Zone.

[00:13:00] Perfect customer experience.

[00:17:23] Roko's Basilisk thought experiment.

[00:19:48] The dangers of AI.

[00:24:15] The Bullshit Asymmetry Principle.

[00:29:33] Highway Care Network.

[00:30:33] Telehealth clinics for truckers.

[00:34:35] Trucker health services.

[00:39:39] High inventory levels and low sales.

[00:42:14] Student loans and consumer spending.

[00:46:37] The end of globalization.

[00:49:30] Royal drama and coronation.

[00:54:23] The disappointment with Megan Markle.

[00:57:09] SEO and self-promotion.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12668935 Tue, 18 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3543 full false Fighting for Freight Brokers with TIA's CEO Anne Reinke Fighting for Freight Brokers with TIA's CEO Anne Reinke In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumley interviews Ann Rinkie, the President and CEO of the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA). They discuss their shared love for football and Reinke's career background, including her 16 years with CSX in government affairs before moving into the brokerage world. The episode focuses on the role of TIA and the importance of logistics in transportation.

LINKS


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
 
The listener will learn about Ann Reinke's background in rail and government affairs, as well as her transition to the freight brokerage world. The episode discusses various topics related to the freight industry, including trucking industry concerns, TIA's government affairs division, solutions to avoid scams, benefits of joining TIA, and challenges faced by freight brokerages. The podcast also touches on the importance of in-person networking, LinkedIn, building a strong website, and the potential growth and significance of the freight brokerage industry.


TIMESTAMPS:

[00:01:12] Career transition from rail to brokerage. 
[00:05:01] Trucking industry freight rates. 
[00:07:04] Proprietary data and privacy.
 [00:10:39] TIA's impact on policy. 
[00:13:25] Educating Varying Company Sizes. 
[00:17:44] Solutions to avoid scams. 
[00:21:30] TIA Conference in Orlando. 
[00:24:03] Sustainability at conferences. 
[00:27:03] In-person conferences vs. virtual learning. 
[00:30:33] Standing out on LinkedIn. 
[00:33:27] LinkedIn Lunatics. [00:39:57] 
Freight Tech and relationship building. 
[00:40:24] Technology and Human Interaction. 
[00:44:48] The Role of Brokers 
[00:49:51] Dangers of using AI in freight. 
[00:50:45] The Dark Side of AI.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumley interviews Ann Rinkie, the President and CEO of the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA). They discuss their shared love for football and Reinke's career background, including her 16 years with CSX in government affairs before moving into the brokerage world. The episode focuses on the role of TIA and the importance of logistics in transportation.

LINKS


WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
 
The listener will learn about Ann Reinke's background in rail and government affairs, as well as her transition to the freight brokerage world. The episode discusses various topics related to the freight industry, including trucking industry concerns, TIA's government affairs division, solutions to avoid scams, benefits of joining TIA, and challenges faced by freight brokerages. The podcast also touches on the importance of in-person networking, LinkedIn, building a strong website, and the potential growth and significance of the freight brokerage industry.


TIMESTAMPS:

[00:01:12] Career transition from rail to brokerage. 
[00:05:01] Trucking industry freight rates. 
[00:07:04] Proprietary data and privacy.
 [00:10:39] TIA's impact on policy. 
[00:13:25] Educating Varying Company Sizes. 
[00:17:44] Solutions to avoid scams. 
[00:21:30] TIA Conference in Orlando. 
[00:24:03] Sustainability at conferences. 
[00:27:03] In-person conferences vs. virtual learning. 
[00:30:33] Standing out on LinkedIn. 
[00:33:27] LinkedIn Lunatics. [00:39:57] 
Freight Tech and relationship building. 
[00:40:24] Technology and Human Interaction. 
[00:44:48] The Role of Brokers 
[00:49:51] Dangers of using AI in freight. 
[00:50:45] The Dark Side of AI.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12625728 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3338 full false The State of Warehousing in 2023 with Wagner Logistics The State of Warehousing in 2023 with Wagner Logistics In this episode of "Everything is Logistics," host Blythe Brumleve interviews Joe Oliaro, VP of Sales and Chief Real Estate Officer at Wagner Logistics, about the state of warehousing.

Oliaro outlines his company's history and growth, which has been primarily focused on contract logistics in support of manufacturing groups, as well as their current size and expansion plans. The conversation covers topics such as technology in warehousing, labor shortages, and the impact of e-commerce on the industry.

LINKS: 



WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

The listener will learn about the increased demand for warehouse space due to e-commerce and just-in-time inventory depletion during the pandemic, the current state of industrial warehouse space availability in the US, the challenges of building warehouses to meet incoming demand, the shift in the industrial market properties in Arizona towards heated and cooled warehouses, the challenges of recruiting and retaining warehouse employees, the benefits of shared warehouse space and equipment, the role of Wagner in providing logistics management services for warehouse and distribution operations, and the importance of having a strong real estate partner.


TIMESTAMPS: 

[00:01:30] Wagner Logistics' history and growth.

[00:04:09] Supply chain challenges during pandemic.

[00:08:12] Industrial real estate trends.

[00:13:27] Abandoned properties for manufacturing.

[00:19:25] Warehouse work has changed.

[00:20:25] E-commerce industry turnover.

[00:24:22] Automation in manufacturing.

[00:28:24] Rail as a strong selling point.

[00:34:19] Real estate challenges for warehousing.

[00:36:45] Real estate value and research.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of "Everything is Logistics," host Blythe Brumleve interviews Joe Oliaro, VP of Sales and Chief Real Estate Officer at Wagner Logistics, about the state of warehousing.

Oliaro outlines his company's history and growth, which has been primarily focused on contract logistics in support of manufacturing groups, as well as their current size and expansion plans. The conversation covers topics such as technology in warehousing, labor shortages, and the impact of e-commerce on the industry.

LINKS: 



WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

The listener will learn about the increased demand for warehouse space due to e-commerce and just-in-time inventory depletion during the pandemic, the current state of industrial warehouse space availability in the US, the challenges of building warehouses to meet incoming demand, the shift in the industrial market properties in Arizona towards heated and cooled warehouses, the challenges of recruiting and retaining warehouse employees, the benefits of shared warehouse space and equipment, the role of Wagner in providing logistics management services for warehouse and distribution operations, and the importance of having a strong real estate partner.


TIMESTAMPS: 

[00:01:30] Wagner Logistics' history and growth.

[00:04:09] Supply chain challenges during pandemic.

[00:08:12] Industrial real estate trends.

[00:13:27] Abandoned properties for manufacturing.

[00:19:25] Warehouse work has changed.

[00:20:25] E-commerce industry turnover.

[00:24:22] Automation in manufacturing.

[00:28:24] Rail as a strong selling point.

[00:34:19] Real estate challenges for warehousing.

[00:36:45] Real estate value and research.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12625392 Tue, 11 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2511 full false The Schneider Evolution with CCO Erin Van Zeeland The Schneider Evolution with CCO Erin Van Zeeland On this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve interviews Erin Van Zeeland, the chief commercial officer, SVP and GM of logistics at Schneider about the evolution of the logistics industry and the company. 

Erin shares her story of how Schneider recruited her from Penn State and introduced her to the world of logistics. They also discuss the value of staying with a company long-term, despite the common belief that employees should constantly be seeking new opportunities. As someone who has spent over 30 years at Schneider, Erin  provides insights into the benefits of longevity and building a career within a company. 

LINKS:


TIME STAMPS:

00:05:02 Schneider: Top two transportation provider.
00:10:48 Tech for real customer value.
00:15:09 Relationships create better experiences.
00:17:12 Women can achieve leadership roles.
00:25:50 Trust employees to succeed.
00:30:09 AI improves efficiency and service.
00:37:38 Invest in technology platforms.
00:42:50 Stay curious and learn.
00:44:09 Stay updated on logistics news.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> On this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve interviews Erin Van Zeeland, the chief commercial officer, SVP and GM of logistics at Schneider about the evolution of the logistics industry and the company. 

Erin shares her story of how Schneider recruited her from Penn State and introduced her to the world of logistics. They also discuss the value of staying with a company long-term, despite the common belief that employees should constantly be seeking new opportunities. As someone who has spent over 30 years at Schneider, Erin  provides insights into the benefits of longevity and building a career within a company. 

LINKS:


TIME STAMPS:

00:05:02 Schneider: Top two transportation provider.
00:10:48 Tech for real customer value.
00:15:09 Relationships create better experiences.
00:17:12 Women can achieve leadership roles.
00:25:50 Trust employees to succeed.
00:30:09 AI improves efficiency and service.
00:37:38 Invest in technology platforms.
00:42:50 Stay curious and learn.
00:44:09 Stay updated on logistics news.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12582976 Thu, 06 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2704 full false The Evolution of Last Mile and Customer Expectations with Guru Rao of nuVizz The Evolution of Last Mile and Customer Expectations with Guru Rao of nuVizz In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve speaks with Guru Rao, CEO of nuVizz, about the evolution of last mile delivery and customer expectations. They discuss how software and technology like digital twin are helping companies adapt to faster delivery speeds and complex carrier partnerships in today's logistics landscape. Listen to learn how the industry is changing and how nuVizz helps businesses tackle last mile challenges.

LINKS:



TIME STAMPS:

00:04:20 Technology solves Last Mile problems.
00:06:11 Technology enables logistics connections.
00:13:06 Technology solves shipping challenges.
00:27:46 Share data for efficiency.
00:29:06 Share data for success.
00:35:04 Digital twin technology revolutionizes logistics.
00:43:14 Reliable real-time data essential.
00:50:01 Plan for future transportation technologies.
00:53:05 Standardize last mile logistics.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve speaks with Guru Rao, CEO of nuVizz, about the evolution of last mile delivery and customer expectations. They discuss how software and technology like digital twin are helping companies adapt to faster delivery speeds and complex carrier partnerships in today's logistics landscape. Listen to learn how the industry is changing and how nuVizz helps businesses tackle last mile challenges.

LINKS:



TIME STAMPS:

00:04:20 Technology solves Last Mile problems.
00:06:11 Technology enables logistics connections.
00:13:06 Technology solves shipping challenges.
00:27:46 Share data for efficiency.
00:29:06 Share data for success.
00:35:04 Digital twin technology revolutionizes logistics.
00:43:14 Reliable real-time data essential.
00:50:01 Plan for future transportation technologies.
00:53:05 Standardize last mile logistics.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12582693 Tue, 04 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3421 full false Building the Most Badass Event in Logistics: The Manifest Story Building the Most Badass Event in Logistics: The Manifest Story In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve welcomes Courtney Muller, the President at Manifest and Chief Corporate Development Officer at Connective, to talk about building the most badass event in logistics.

In the conversation, we cover the strategy behind building not only knowledge-based discussions but also experiences that bring out the conversation naturally among strangers--which is a major key when networking with folks you might not see all that often.

Have we mentioned Manifest has a puppy lounge? Because in case I haven't mentioned it enough, it's the best sponsorship dollars money can buy. And it's also experiences like this that help to give you a peopling break so you can get back to the networking like you never missed a beat.

As someone who doesn't go to ALL conferences but still attends a half dozen or so throughout the year, Manifest is one I haven't and don't plan on ever missing in the future. It sounds like they're paying me to say this, but I mean it. This event is only going to get more popular and in demand, so with tickets on sale, better scoop them and get to work on the planning February 2024 ASAP (taking place the week before the Super Bowl--which is also in Vegas). 


LINKS



TIMESTAMPS:

[00:01:37] Planning a successful logistics event.
[00:04:21] Planning events for 30 years.
[00:09:30] High-level event curation.
[00:10:19] Being the biggest doesn't matter.
[00:14:25] Creating valuable conference bags.
[00:18:37] Pre-event speaker interviews.
[00:21:04] Supporting Podcasters at Events.
[00:25:16] Creative problem solving.
[00:28:25] Women's lunch and gender diversity.
[00:31:06] Diversity in leadership.
[00:34:24] Stand up for yourself.
[00:38:14] Expanding event space.
[00:41:23] Building a better website.
[00:44:59] Event planning and sponsorship opportunities.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve welcomes Courtney Muller, the President at Manifest and Chief Corporate Development Officer at Connective, to talk about building the most badass event in logistics.

In the conversation, we cover the strategy behind building not only knowledge-based discussions but also experiences that bring out the conversation naturally among strangers--which is a major key when networking with folks you might not see all that often.

Have we mentioned Manifest has a puppy lounge? Because in case I haven't mentioned it enough, it's the best sponsorship dollars money can buy. And it's also experiences like this that help to give you a peopling break so you can get back to the networking like you never missed a beat.

As someone who doesn't go to ALL conferences but still attends a half dozen or so throughout the year, Manifest is one I haven't and don't plan on ever missing in the future. It sounds like they're paying me to say this, but I mean it. This event is only going to get more popular and in demand, so with tickets on sale, better scoop them and get to work on the planning February 2024 ASAP (taking place the week before the Super Bowl--which is also in Vegas). 


LINKS



TIMESTAMPS:

[00:01:37] Planning a successful logistics event.
[00:04:21] Planning events for 30 years.
[00:09:30] High-level event curation.
[00:10:19] Being the biggest doesn't matter.
[00:14:25] Creating valuable conference bags.
[00:18:37] Pre-event speaker interviews.
[00:21:04] Supporting Podcasters at Events.
[00:25:16] Creative problem solving.
[00:28:25] Women's lunch and gender diversity.
[00:31:06] Diversity in leadership.
[00:34:24] Stand up for yourself.
[00:38:14] Expanding event space.
[00:41:23] Building a better website.
[00:44:59] Event planning and sponsorship opportunities.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12529758 Fri, 31 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2913 women in logistics full false Recruiting the Non-Conformists for Executive Supply-Chain Roles Recruiting the Non-Conformists for Executive Supply-Chain Roles In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve speaks with Heidi Hoffman, partner at ON Partners, about their strategy of recruiting when it comes to procurement and sustainability in the supply chain industry.

During the convo, they discuss the importance of nonconformity and how it can lead to innovative solutions. Hoffman explains her approach to recruitment and finding the best candidates, not just based on traditional qualifications but also considering strategic mindset and new industry developments.

In addition, we also discuss ON Partners' new 2023 Executive Women Impact Report and the company's findings on the growing role of women in leadership positions. 


LINKS: 



TIMESTAMPS:

[00:02:33] Changing profile of supply chain.
[00:06:13] Supply Chain's Evolution.
[00:07:32] Procurement and sustainability.
[00:11:01] Procurement's role in sustainability.
[00:15:40] Importance of sustainability and ESG.
[00:20:03] Exciting innovations in supply chain.
[00:22:18] Women in supply chain.
[00:26:03] Women's self-doubt in job applications.
[00:32:52] Supply Chain Education.
[00:36:27] Embracing diversity in supply chain.
[00:37:42] Logistics and Supply Chain.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve speaks with Heidi Hoffman, partner at ON Partners, about their strategy of recruiting when it comes to procurement and sustainability in the supply chain industry.

During the convo, they discuss the importance of nonconformity and how it can lead to innovative solutions. Hoffman explains her approach to recruitment and finding the best candidates, not just based on traditional qualifications but also considering strategic mindset and new industry developments.

In addition, we also discuss ON Partners' new 2023 Executive Women Impact Report and the company's findings on the growing role of women in leadership positions. 


LINKS: 



TIMESTAMPS:

[00:02:33] Changing profile of supply chain.
[00:06:13] Supply Chain's Evolution.
[00:07:32] Procurement and sustainability.
[00:11:01] Procurement's role in sustainability.
[00:15:40] Importance of sustainability and ESG.
[00:20:03] Exciting innovations in supply chain.
[00:22:18] Women in supply chain.
[00:26:03] Women's self-doubt in job applications.
[00:32:52] Supply Chain Education.
[00:36:27] Embracing diversity in supply chain.
[00:37:42] Logistics and Supply Chain.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12529490 Tue, 28 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2346 full false Building a Marketplace for Rail Logistics with Martin Lew of Commtrex Building a Marketplace for Rail Logistics with Martin Lew of Commtrex On this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumlve welcomes Martin Lew, CEO of Commtrex, to discuss the future of rail logistics.

Martin's background as a former commodity trader at JP Morgan gives insight into the relationship between logistics and finance due to his experience trading physical and financial coal and navigating cap and trade programs with clients.

The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities facing the rail industry, from infrastructure investments to technology advancements and the importance of collaboration between logistics and finance professionals.

LINKS: 



TIMESTAMPS:

[02:10] Inefficiency in railroad industry.
[00:04:54] Rail Transportation Marketplace.
[00:06:49] Largest shippers reject marketplace.
[00:09:52] Future of rail freight.
[00:13:25] Rail transportation and misconceptions.
[00:17:05] Reducing carbon footprint through rail.
[00:21:23] Volatility in ocean freight.
[00:23:48] Starting a railroad company.
[00:28:03] Shipping by rail basics.
[00:30:18] Shipping in Mexico.
[00:35:45] Translating in supply chain.
[00:39:36] Future of rail logistics.
[00:40:31] Railroads converting truck lanes.
[00:44:26] Rail transportation evolving with data.
[00:49:28] Autonomous rail technology.
[00:53:06] Auto co-pilot for rail.
[00:55:31] Rail industry sustainability efforts.
[00:57:42] Sustainable locomotive technology.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> On this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumlve welcomes Martin Lew, CEO of Commtrex, to discuss the future of rail logistics.

Martin's background as a former commodity trader at JP Morgan gives insight into the relationship between logistics and finance due to his experience trading physical and financial coal and navigating cap and trade programs with clients.

The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities facing the rail industry, from infrastructure investments to technology advancements and the importance of collaboration between logistics and finance professionals.

LINKS: 



TIMESTAMPS:

[02:10] Inefficiency in railroad industry.
[00:04:54] Rail Transportation Marketplace.
[00:06:49] Largest shippers reject marketplace.
[00:09:52] Future of rail freight.
[00:13:25] Rail transportation and misconceptions.
[00:17:05] Reducing carbon footprint through rail.
[00:21:23] Volatility in ocean freight.
[00:23:48] Starting a railroad company.
[00:28:03] Shipping by rail basics.
[00:30:18] Shipping in Mexico.
[00:35:45] Translating in supply chain.
[00:39:36] Future of rail logistics.
[00:40:31] Railroads converting truck lanes.
[00:44:26] Rail transportation evolving with data.
[00:49:28] Autonomous rail technology.
[00:53:06] Auto co-pilot for rail.
[00:55:31] Rail industry sustainability efforts.
[00:57:42] Sustainable locomotive technology.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12502696 Fri, 24 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3692 full false OpenAI, Freight Layoffs, and TikTok Ban with Grace Sharkey OpenAI, Freight Layoffs, and TikTok Ban with Grace Sharkey In this episode of "Everything is Logistics," host Blythe Brumleve and guest Grace Sharkey discuss various topics related to freight and technology. They cover AI's dominating presence in the news, recent layoffs in the freight industry, and the possibility of TikTok getting banned. 


LINKS: 



TIME STAMPS: 

[00:01:42] AI advancements dominating industry.

[00:03:54] The marketing strategy of AI.

[00:07:25] AI and Data-driven decision making.

[00:12:24] Repurposing old content.

[00:18:31] Revolutionizing movie-making with AI.

[00:19:37] AI in content creation.

[00:26:36] Layoffs in the freight industry.

[00:28:35] Over hiring and job economy.

[00:33:13] Layoffs in the tech industry.

[00:39:20] TikTok's Chinese spyware controversy.

[00:41:23] TikTok's use in China.

[00:44:33] The power of technology.

[00:48:28] Mindless phone usage.



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of "Everything is Logistics," host Blythe Brumleve and guest Grace Sharkey discuss various topics related to freight and technology. They cover AI's dominating presence in the news, recent layoffs in the freight industry, and the possibility of TikTok getting banned. 


LINKS: 



TIME STAMPS: 

[00:01:42] AI advancements dominating industry.

[00:03:54] The marketing strategy of AI.

[00:07:25] AI and Data-driven decision making.

[00:12:24] Repurposing old content.

[00:18:31] Revolutionizing movie-making with AI.

[00:19:37] AI in content creation.

[00:26:36] Layoffs in the freight industry.

[00:28:35] Over hiring and job economy.

[00:33:13] Layoffs in the tech industry.

[00:39:20] TikTok's Chinese spyware controversy.

[00:41:23] TikTok's use in China.

[00:44:33] The power of technology.

[00:48:28] Mindless phone usage.



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12489637 Wed, 22 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3043 full false The Disaster Logistics Going On In Turkey and Syria The Disaster Logistics Going On In Turkey and Syria Retired four star Admiral Craig Faller joined the podcast to discuss the logistics and supply chain challenges that the earthquakes inflicted on Turkey and Syria. He highlighted the work of relief teams that are rapidly responding to a natural disaster, rescuing victims, and accounting for survivors. He also discussed the different logistical operations in place before the disaster, such as freight trucks and cargo ships, as well as the infrastructure and communication issues caused by the disaster.

LINKS: 


TIMESTAMPS

00:03:09 Logistical challenges in disaster relief.
00:10:56 Organizations respond to tragedy.
00:11:18 Coordination is key.
00:21:29 Streamline payment processes globally.
00:27:56 Ongoing aftershocks in Turkey.
00:29:00 Military brings stability and hope.
00:34:28 Connect to help others.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Retired four star Admiral Craig Faller joined the podcast to discuss the logistics and supply chain challenges that the earthquakes inflicted on Turkey and Syria. He highlighted the work of relief teams that are rapidly responding to a natural disaster, rescuing victims, and accounting for survivors. He also discussed the different logistical operations in place before the disaster, such as freight trucks and cargo ships, as well as the infrastructure and communication issues caused by the disaster.

LINKS: 


TIMESTAMPS

00:03:09 Logistical challenges in disaster relief.
00:10:56 Organizations respond to tragedy.
00:11:18 Coordination is key.
00:21:29 Streamline payment processes globally.
00:27:56 Ongoing aftershocks in Turkey.
00:29:00 Military brings stability and hope.
00:34:28 Connect to help others.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12349594 Tue, 21 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2310 full false How to Measure Emissions in Transportation with Trax Technologies How to Measure Emissions in Transportation with Trax Technologies This episode discusses how companies can measure and reduce transportation emissions. Josh Belk explains the 3 scopes for emissions reporting and why large companies are now focused on this. He outlines how Tracks' transportation management platform helps calculate emissions across modes and regions to optimize networks. Listen to learn practical steps companies can take to be more environmentally sustainable.

LINKS: 


TIME STAMPS:

[00:01:34] Managing Emissions with Data.
[00:05:37] Transportation spend management platform.
[00:09:29] ESG culture shift.
[00:11:52] Carbon emissions and scopes.
[00:17:42] SEC requires emissions reporting.
[00:19:25] Carbon Emissions Manager.
[00:23:32] Environmental impact of shipping.
[00:26:24] Carbon accounting and emissions allocation.
[00:30:24] Reducing emissions in transportation.
[00:34:07] Measuring vehicle emissions.
[00:38:00] Brands adopting transparency for ESG.
[00:42:21] Green fuel technology and innovation.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode discusses how companies can measure and reduce transportation emissions. Josh Belk explains the 3 scopes for emissions reporting and why large companies are now focused on this. He outlines how Tracks' transportation management platform helps calculate emissions across modes and regions to optimize networks. Listen to learn practical steps companies can take to be more environmentally sustainable.

LINKS: 


TIME STAMPS:

[00:01:34] Managing Emissions with Data.
[00:05:37] Transportation spend management platform.
[00:09:29] ESG culture shift.
[00:11:52] Carbon emissions and scopes.
[00:17:42] SEC requires emissions reporting.
[00:19:25] Carbon Emissions Manager.
[00:23:32] Environmental impact of shipping.
[00:26:24] Carbon accounting and emissions allocation.
[00:30:24] Reducing emissions in transportation.
[00:34:07] Measuring vehicle emissions.
[00:38:00] Brands adopting transparency for ESG.
[00:42:21] Green fuel technology and innovation.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12472830 Mon, 20 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2773 full false Freight Marketing Questions: How to Put it All Together Freight Marketing Questions: How to Put it All Together In this episode, we're covering a question submitted by a podcast listener who's a freight broker seeking advice on how to create a marketing plan with two different websites and no social media presence. Host Blythe Brumleve suggests focusing both websites on a specific niche and using cold emailing to reach potential customers. She also recommends verifying email lists to ensure they are legitimate before using them for marketing purposes, plus the reasoning behind each of these strategies. 


TIME STAMPS:

0:05 How to put it all together when it comes to your marketing plan.
1:45 Why there are more than one website?
4:08 Where do you get your cold emails? Are they purchase lists? Are they ones that you can get from an advertising campaign?
6:07 The same can be said for Hubspot. You likely have to commit to a very long-term plan with Hubspot if you have that many.
10:17 How to use Fiverr Freelancers to classify your emails into different groups.
12:35 If you have no social media presence, get started on one platform at a time.
14:07 Other marketing integrations that I would think about for your website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, we're covering a question submitted by a podcast listener who's a freight broker seeking advice on how to create a marketing plan with two different websites and no social media presence. Host Blythe Brumleve suggests focusing both websites on a specific niche and using cold emailing to reach potential customers. She also recommends verifying email lists to ensure they are legitimate before using them for marketing purposes, plus the reasoning behind each of these strategies. 


TIME STAMPS:

0:05 How to put it all together when it comes to your marketing plan.
1:45 Why there are more than one website?
4:08 Where do you get your cold emails? Are they purchase lists? Are they ones that you can get from an advertising campaign?
6:07 The same can be said for Hubspot. You likely have to commit to a very long-term plan with Hubspot if you have that many.
10:17 How to use Fiverr Freelancers to classify your emails into different groups.
12:35 If you have no social media presence, get started on one platform at a time.
14:07 Other marketing integrations that I would think about for your website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12457885 Fri, 17 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400 1241 full false Building Internet Connections in Extreme Environments Building Internet Connections in Extreme Environments Ever looked at a tunnel, construction site, or warehouse and wondered how bad the internet signal must be? 

Well, if you want a good one, it's probably going to be powered by the folks over at Rajant who specialize in setting all that up. 

Rajant's Director of Sales Todd Rigby joined the show to talk about how to build internet and communication networks in some of the toughest environments using wireless mesh systems. If you're used to working outside, this is a good conversation on how that becoming more digitized to make your communications easier and smoother. 


LINKS: 



TIMESTAMPS:

0:05 How do you build a wireless network in the toughest environments?
3:19 People come to Rajant when they have their most difficult and challenging communication problems.
8:22 Wi-Fi has a unique issue where the farther you get away from an access point, the weaker your signal is.
19:02 The importance of having a robust communications network at the port.
26:19 What is the cybersecurity angle to all of these different connection points?
29:55 The importance of having a split judging panel at events.
35:26 What is a Rajant network?
41:09 How Rajant has transformed the IT department of a company and how it’s changed the way they work.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Ever looked at a tunnel, construction site, or warehouse and wondered how bad the internet signal must be? 

Well, if you want a good one, it's probably going to be powered by the folks over at Rajant who specialize in setting all that up. 

Rajant's Director of Sales Todd Rigby joined the show to talk about how to build internet and communication networks in some of the toughest environments using wireless mesh systems. If you're used to working outside, this is a good conversation on how that becoming more digitized to make your communications easier and smoother. 


LINKS: 



TIMESTAMPS:

0:05 How do you build a wireless network in the toughest environments?
3:19 People come to Rajant when they have their most difficult and challenging communication problems.
8:22 Wi-Fi has a unique issue where the farther you get away from an access point, the weaker your signal is.
19:02 The importance of having a robust communications network at the port.
26:19 What is the cybersecurity angle to all of these different connection points?
29:55 The importance of having a split judging panel at events.
35:26 What is a Rajant network?
41:09 How Rajant has transformed the IT department of a company and how it’s changed the way they work.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12451358 Thu, 16 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400 2952 full false The Freight Agent Trenches with Brad Clarke The Freight Agent Trenches with Brad Clarke This episode features freight broker Brad Clarke sharing tips on building a successful brokerage business, including the benefits of partnering with an agency like SBI Logistics for support. He provides valuable insights on communicating with carriers and customers, avoiding double brokering schemes, and leveraging email marketing. Listen to gain practical advice on starting or growing your freight brokerage.

Watch The Full Episode Here

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!


Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interview series powered by SPI Logistics to hear directly from the company's agents on how they took the leap and found a home with SPI freight agent program.


Maximize your website’s performance and security with Digital Dispatch’s web hosting and management.

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ABOUT THE PODCAST:

Everything is Logistics is a podcast for the thinkers in freight. Follow the podcast to never miss an episode.

Follow EIL host Blythe Brumleve on social: LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This episode features freight broker Brad Clarke sharing tips on building a successful brokerage business, including the benefits of partnering with an agency like SBI Logistics for support. He provides valuable insights on communicating with carriers and customers, avoiding double brokering schemes, and leveraging email marketing. Listen to gain practical advice on starting or growing your freight brokerage.

Watch The Full Episode Here

---------------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!


Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interview series powered by SPI Logistics to hear directly from the company's agents on how they took the leap and found a home with SPI freight agent program.


Maximize your website’s performance and security with Digital Dispatch’s web hosting and management.

---------------------------------------------

ABOUT THE PODCAST:

Everything is Logistics is a podcast for the thinkers in freight. Follow the podcast to never miss an episode.

Follow EIL host Blythe Brumleve on social: LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12435140 Tue, 14 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3013 full false Building a TMS for Freight Brokers with Tai Software Building a TMS for Freight Brokers with Tai Software "Youth and enthusiasm is probably what got me started on it."

That's a quote by the CEO of Tai Software "Mitch" Mitchell when asked how someone wakes up one day and decides to build a TMS for freight brokerages.

But after years in logistics and a background in computer science,  he was the perfect person to do it. Today he joins the show to talk all about it.

 QUOTABLES: 

1. "Youth and enthusiasm is probably what got me started on it."
2. "You got to balance the two and make sure that you have both a really strong technical skill set as well as really specific industry knowledge."
3. "And if you're going to tackle TMS, those two components have to go together."
4. "You know, sometimes we lose sight of what the technology is supposed to be doing and who it's supposed to be helping."
5. "You can't just build it and then use it forever. You have to continually invest in technology."


LINKS: 


TIMESTAMPS:

00:05:10 Invest in technology continually.
00:10:43 Embrace brokers to add value.
00:15:27 Automate freight management tasks.
00:20:30 Focus on profitable customers.
00:26:43 Quick, painless TMS switch.
00:27:09 Efficient onboarding process saves time.
00:34:59 Streamline communication with customers.
00:38:19 Improve freight broker efficiency.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> "Youth and enthusiasm is probably what got me started on it."

That's a quote by the CEO of Tai Software "Mitch" Mitchell when asked how someone wakes up one day and decides to build a TMS for freight brokerages.

But after years in logistics and a background in computer science,  he was the perfect person to do it. Today he joins the show to talk all about it.

 QUOTABLES: 

1. "Youth and enthusiasm is probably what got me started on it."
2. "You got to balance the two and make sure that you have both a really strong technical skill set as well as really specific industry knowledge."
3. "And if you're going to tackle TMS, those two components have to go together."
4. "You know, sometimes we lose sight of what the technology is supposed to be doing and who it's supposed to be helping."
5. "You can't just build it and then use it forever. You have to continually invest in technology."


LINKS: 


TIMESTAMPS:

00:05:10 Invest in technology continually.
00:10:43 Embrace brokers to add value.
00:15:27 Automate freight management tasks.
00:20:30 Focus on profitable customers.
00:26:43 Quick, painless TMS switch.
00:27:09 Efficient onboarding process saves time.
00:34:59 Streamline communication with customers.
00:38:19 Improve freight broker efficiency.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12411331 Fri, 10 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2459 full false The SaaS Strategy with Redwood Logistics' Christina Ryan The SaaS Strategy with Redwood Logistics' Christina Ryan Redwood Logistics may be one of the top freight companies in the world but the software ecosystem they're building is right on par with being some of the best offerings in all of supply chain.

Not only do they have a proprietary set of software but they're the first to offer Logistics Software as a Service, aka LPass, which is the ability to plug into the same software logistics companies are already using in order to supercharge their tech stack.

Joining the show to talk about all of this is Redwood's EVP of Managed Services, Christina Ryan.  She's one of the rare ones who picked logistics as a college focus and has stayed in the industry ever since. In this convo, she's breaking down the SaaS model in freight and how you can go the custom route, use a partner with an already-built solution, or both.

LINKS: 


TIME STAMPS:

0:05 Christina’s background in logistics.
2:23 What are some of Redwood’s products and services?
7:08 How do you use data to better support your customers?
12:08 What kind of data does a shipper need from Redwood?
14:36 What does day-to-day look like with using Redwood Connect?
18:46 What are some of the promising areas you’re seeing with automation and AI taking hold in freight?
22:21 How artificial intelligence can be used in the freight space.
28:20 How do we get more women to work within the logistics industry?

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Redwood Logistics may be one of the top freight companies in the world but the software ecosystem they're building is right on par with being some of the best offerings in all of supply chain.

Not only do they have a proprietary set of software but they're the first to offer Logistics Software as a Service, aka LPass, which is the ability to plug into the same software logistics companies are already using in order to supercharge their tech stack.

Joining the show to talk about all of this is Redwood's EVP of Managed Services, Christina Ryan.  She's one of the rare ones who picked logistics as a college focus and has stayed in the industry ever since. In this convo, she's breaking down the SaaS model in freight and how you can go the custom route, use a partner with an already-built solution, or both.

LINKS: 


TIME STAMPS:

0:05 Christina’s background in logistics.
2:23 What are some of Redwood’s products and services?
7:08 How do you use data to better support your customers?
12:08 What kind of data does a shipper need from Redwood?
14:36 What does day-to-day look like with using Redwood Connect?
18:46 What are some of the promising areas you’re seeing with automation and AI taking hold in freight?
22:21 How artificial intelligence can be used in the freight space.
28:20 How do we get more women to work within the logistics industry?

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12395842 Wed, 08 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2113 women in logistics full false The Power of Choice for Enterprise Fleets with Platform Science The Power of Choice for Enterprise Fleets with Platform Science Platform Science has been around for years and rarely makes a podcast appearance but we were lucky to have a conversation with Luke Wachtel at Manifest: The Future of Logistics.

Luke,  SVP of Transportation and Logistics at Platform Science, joins the podcast to discuss the world of connected fleets and the technology that powers them.  Platform Science seeks to provide an app store-like experience for fleets, wherein fleets can have choice and access to the most recent technology advances with ease and convenience.


LINKS:



TIME STAMPS

00:00:22 Connected fleets and technology.
00:08:41 Make technology easy to use.
00:09:45 Connected vehicles enable choice.
00:17:30 Eat your own dog food.
00:19:13 Connect disparate apps seamlessly.
00:26:37 Trucking technology is customizable.
00:29:19 Build your digital ecosystem.
00:32:45 Partner with OEMs to innovate.
00:37:56 Collaborate, don't compete.
00:41:45 Collaboration is key.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Platform Science has been around for years and rarely makes a podcast appearance but we were lucky to have a conversation with Luke Wachtel at Manifest: The Future of Logistics.

Luke,  SVP of Transportation and Logistics at Platform Science, joins the podcast to discuss the world of connected fleets and the technology that powers them.  Platform Science seeks to provide an app store-like experience for fleets, wherein fleets can have choice and access to the most recent technology advances with ease and convenience.


LINKS:



TIME STAMPS

00:00:22 Connected fleets and technology.
00:08:41 Make technology easy to use.
00:09:45 Connected vehicles enable choice.
00:17:30 Eat your own dog food.
00:19:13 Connect disparate apps seamlessly.
00:26:37 Trucking technology is customizable.
00:29:19 Build your digital ecosystem.
00:32:45 Partner with OEMs to innovate.
00:37:56 Collaborate, don't compete.
00:41:45 Collaboration is key.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12356588 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2583 full false What's Going On in Freight Tech with Grace Sharkey What's Going On in Freight Tech with Grace Sharkey The freight tech space can feel overwhelming at times with what software to invest in, what software is bullsh*t, and what software is yet to come.

That's why we've got podcast favorite and conference bestie Grace Sharkey back on the show to break down what you need to know when it comes to what's going on in the freight tech world.

LINKS


TIME STAMPS:

7:12 What's on the way out in the freight brokerage space
11:24 TMS is not the answer to all of your problems.
17:32 Investing in your customers after the sell is complete
21:59 Areas that are ripe for disruption in freight
31:00 How to pitch a journalist


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The freight tech space can feel overwhelming at times with what software to invest in, what software is bullsh*t, and what software is yet to come.

That's why we've got podcast favorite and conference bestie Grace Sharkey back on the show to break down what you need to know when it comes to what's going on in the freight tech world.

LINKS


TIME STAMPS:

7:12 What's on the way out in the freight brokerage space
11:24 TMS is not the answer to all of your problems.
17:32 Investing in your customers after the sell is complete
21:59 Areas that are ripe for disruption in freight
31:00 How to pitch a journalist


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12308487 Thu, 23 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2502 full false Mitigating Panic Buying and Overstocks In the Healthcare Supply Chain Mitigating Panic Buying and Overstocks In the Healthcare Supply Chain Since the start of the pandemic, there has been massive volatility in the healthcare product supply chain, beginning with panic buying and overstock, followed by need-based purchases that have dropped off, and now spiking demand and out of stocks.

In this episode, Matt Bolden, Director of Product Marketing at Kinsa, breaks down the health analytics that help brands and retailers better optimize their supply chains. Kinsa is a data insights business that gives customers the ability to determine when and where illness-related products should be purchased to target marketing, reduce out-of-stock issues, and better plan for production.

LINKS FROM THE SHOW



TIMESTAMPS:

00:03:30 Supply chain volatility persists.
00:07:30 Get ahead of illness demand.
00:14:09 Forecast illness-based demand.
00:20:13 Monitor illness in real-time.
00:26:33 Proactive illness forecasting solutions.
00:29:01 Navigate digital world easily.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Since the start of the pandemic, there has been massive volatility in the healthcare product supply chain, beginning with panic buying and overstock, followed by need-based purchases that have dropped off, and now spiking demand and out of stocks.

In this episode, Matt Bolden, Director of Product Marketing at Kinsa, breaks down the health analytics that help brands and retailers better optimize their supply chains. Kinsa is a data insights business that gives customers the ability to determine when and where illness-related products should be purchased to target marketing, reduce out-of-stock issues, and better plan for production.

LINKS FROM THE SHOW



TIMESTAMPS:

00:03:30 Supply chain volatility persists.
00:07:30 Get ahead of illness demand.
00:14:09 Forecast illness-based demand.
00:20:13 Monitor illness in real-time.
00:26:33 Proactive illness forecasting solutions.
00:29:01 Navigate digital world easily.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12293680 Tue, 21 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500 1775 full false Maersk: What Innovating a 100 Year Old Company Looks Like Maersk: What Innovating a 100 Year Old Company Looks Like Erez Agamoni, Senior Vice President of Innovation and Strategic Growth in North America at Maersk, the world's largest shipping container company, is the guest of this episode of Everything is Logistics.

Maersk has 700 ships in its fleet and handles one out of every five containers shipped by sea. Erez talks about how he came to work for Maersk, his wide and varied career, including working for an airline, a forwarding company, and IT companies, and how Maersk is innovating and transforming its operations. He discusses how the Innovation Center is working on research, development, digital transformation, data innovation, and product innovation at the 100 year old company.

LINKS FROM THE SHOW: 


TIME STAMPS:
00:03:35 Innovate to stay competitive.
00:12:05 Supply chain is now famous.
00:17:52 Reduce CO2 emissions.
00:23:58 Go green across all businesses.
00:29:45 Real data drives innovation.
00:34:44 Innovate or become a commodity.
00:41:02 Predict and optimize supply chain.
00:43:17 Streamline shipping processes.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Erez Agamoni, Senior Vice President of Innovation and Strategic Growth in North America at Maersk, the world's largest shipping container company, is the guest of this episode of Everything is Logistics.

Maersk has 700 ships in its fleet and handles one out of every five containers shipped by sea. Erez talks about how he came to work for Maersk, his wide and varied career, including working for an airline, a forwarding company, and IT companies, and how Maersk is innovating and transforming its operations. He discusses how the Innovation Center is working on research, development, digital transformation, data innovation, and product innovation at the 100 year old company.

LINKS FROM THE SHOW: 


TIME STAMPS:
00:03:35 Innovate to stay competitive.
00:12:05 Supply chain is now famous.
00:17:52 Reduce CO2 emissions.
00:23:58 Go green across all businesses.
00:29:45 Real data drives innovation.
00:34:44 Innovate or become a commodity.
00:41:02 Predict and optimize supply chain.
00:43:17 Streamline shipping processes.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12269591 Fri, 17 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2788 full false Shipper POV: Rethinking the Furniture Supply Chain with Fernish Shipper POV: Rethinking the Furniture Supply Chain with Fernish While at Manifest: The Future of Logistics we were able to score some rad interviews and one of them we are bringing you today with a focus on the shipper point of view.

Fernish lets you rent, rent-to-own and buy single pieces of furniture and decor to full-room designs in bite-sized monthly payments for however long you’d like and in this episode we're chatting with the company's President and COO, Kristin Toth.

In this convo, we're covering: 

  • How the furniture company has been able to bypass all of the supply chain issues we’ve been seeing these past months — specifically with furniture
  • Fernish's business model and the circular economy
  • Its b2b services for office buildings, apartment complexes and other sorts of commercial real estate


LINKS: 



TIME STAMPS:

00:03:15 Happy accidents lead to success.
00:06:26 Furniture rental made easy.
00:11:33 Experiment and iterate.
00:22:24 Reduce furniture waste.
00:22:34 Sustainability, convenience, value.
00:33:50 Raise service bar to disrupt.
00:37:00 Grow, learn, and innovate.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> While at Manifest: The Future of Logistics we were able to score some rad interviews and one of them we are bringing you today with a focus on the shipper point of view.

Fernish lets you rent, rent-to-own and buy single pieces of furniture and decor to full-room designs in bite-sized monthly payments for however long you’d like and in this episode we're chatting with the company's President and COO, Kristin Toth.

In this convo, we're covering: 

  • How the furniture company has been able to bypass all of the supply chain issues we’ve been seeing these past months — specifically with furniture
  • Fernish's business model and the circular economy
  • Its b2b services for office buildings, apartment complexes and other sorts of commercial real estate


LINKS: 



TIME STAMPS:

00:03:15 Happy accidents lead to success.
00:06:26 Furniture rental made easy.
00:11:33 Experiment and iterate.
00:22:24 Reduce furniture waste.
00:22:34 Sustainability, convenience, value.
00:33:50 Raise service bar to disrupt.
00:37:00 Grow, learn, and innovate.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12255227 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2353 full false Super Bowl Marketing and Google Enters the AI Arms Race Super Bowl Marketing and Google Enters the AI Arms Race The biggest marketing event of the year is here in Super Bowl 57. So we're breaking down some fun stats and commercials surrounding the big game. 

In addition to Super Bowl marketing, we're also diving into Google's answer to the Microsoft + ChatGPT partnership with their new AI tool, Bard. 

It's a terrible name but it does signify the new information era we've entered with the first of many big names joining the AI arms race. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The biggest marketing event of the year is here in Super Bowl 57. So we're breaking down some fun stats and commercials surrounding the big game. 

In addition to Super Bowl marketing, we're also diving into Google's answer to the Microsoft + ChatGPT partnership with their new AI tool, Bard. 

It's a terrible name but it does signify the new information era we've entered with the first of many big names joining the AI arms race. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12222883 Fri, 10 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500 3066 full false Creating a conference strategy with Grace Sharkey and Lars Ward Creating a conference strategy with Grace Sharkey and Lars Ward Jump to the 2:44 minute mark to skip the initial laughter that surrounds a conference conversation between myself and good friends Grace Sharkey of Freightwaves and Lars Ward of Freightvana. 

Once we get to the 3-minute ish mark of the show, we settle into a great discussion defining how each of us approaches a conference. 

We cover strategies such as: 

  • What are you doing before the conference?
  • Where are the best conversations happening during the conference?
  • And how do you tackle your post-conference strategy?

All this plus more during a live recording of Everything is Logistics at Manifest: The Future of Logistics conference.

Links from the show: 


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Timestamps

0:02:44     Leveraging Social Media for Business Growth

0:07:29     Exploring the Value of LinkedIn for Conference Preparation

0:09:09     Leveraging LinkedIn for Professional Networking and Engagement

0:10:23     The Value of Consistency and Serendipity at Logistics Conferences

0:14:46    Maximizing ROI at Manifest Conference

0:16:21     Accidental Conversations at Conferences: The Magic of Connecting with Others

0:17:53     Prioritizing Conferences for Marketing and Sales

0:22:04     Building Connections and Trust

0:30:51     Follow-Up Strategies for Networking Events: Leveraging Technology and Traditional Tactics

0:32:52     Strategies for Effective Post-Conference Outreach

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Jump to the 2:44 minute mark to skip the initial laughter that surrounds a conference conversation between myself and good friends Grace Sharkey of Freightwaves and Lars Ward of Freightvana. 

Once we get to the 3-minute ish mark of the show, we settle into a great discussion defining how each of us approaches a conference. 

We cover strategies such as: 

  • What are you doing before the conference?
  • Where are the best conversations happening during the conference?
  • And how do you tackle your post-conference strategy?

All this plus more during a live recording of Everything is Logistics at Manifest: The Future of Logistics conference.

Links from the show: 


---------------------------------------------

Timestamps

0:02:44     Leveraging Social Media for Business Growth

0:07:29     Exploring the Value of LinkedIn for Conference Preparation

0:09:09     Leveraging LinkedIn for Professional Networking and Engagement

0:10:23     The Value of Consistency and Serendipity at Logistics Conferences

0:14:46    Maximizing ROI at Manifest Conference

0:16:21     Accidental Conversations at Conferences: The Magic of Connecting with Others

0:17:53     Prioritizing Conferences for Marketing and Sales

0:22:04     Building Connections and Trust

0:30:51     Follow-Up Strategies for Networking Events: Leveraging Technology and Traditional Tactics

0:32:52     Strategies for Effective Post-Conference Outreach

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12205909 Wed, 08 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2521 full false The Math of Logistics Marketing with Kara Brown The Math of Logistics Marketing with Kara Brown In this episode, host Blythe Brumleve invites Kara Brown, CEO of Lead Coverage - a marketing logistics agency - to dive deep into why it's important for marketers to know their math. 


TIME STAMPS: 

00:04:27 Use data to measure ROI.

00:06:20 Invest in marketing technology.

00:12:37 Track interested buyers quickly.

00:19:26 Try new things to succeed.

00:23:48 Post regularly and engage.

00:32:29 Don't take cold calls lightly.

00:39:03 Track funnel metrics closely.

00:41:31 Marketing: Prove the Math.

00:46:43 Outsource and strategize.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, host Blythe Brumleve invites Kara Brown, CEO of Lead Coverage - a marketing logistics agency - to dive deep into why it's important for marketers to know their math. 


TIME STAMPS: 

00:04:27 Use data to measure ROI.

00:06:20 Invest in marketing technology.

00:12:37 Track interested buyers quickly.

00:19:26 Try new things to succeed.

00:23:48 Post regularly and engage.

00:32:29 Don't take cold calls lightly.

00:39:03 Track funnel metrics closely.

00:41:31 Marketing: Prove the Math.

00:46:43 Outsource and strategize.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12133380 Thu, 02 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2893 full false How to Become a Freight Agent with SPI Logistics How to Become a Freight Agent with SPI Logistics In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve interviews Mike Mikulik, the vice president of sales and operations at SPI logistics. Mikulik talks about his experience in logistics over the past 20 years and how he moved from the international side of things to domestic transportation. He explains the difference between a freight agent and freight brokers, the unique opportunity to be your own boss while minimizing financial risks, and the questions you should be asking if you're ready to become a freight agent. 


Time Stamps:
00:04:44 Start a freight agent business.
00:09:07 Research potential partners.
00:12:52 Take control of your future.
00:16:05 Strong relationships key to success.
00:24:45 Technology is key in freight.
00:30:44 Bet on yourself.
00:33:23 Believe in the entrepreneur.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve interviews Mike Mikulik, the vice president of sales and operations at SPI logistics. Mikulik talks about his experience in logistics over the past 20 years and how he moved from the international side of things to domestic transportation. He explains the difference between a freight agent and freight brokers, the unique opportunity to be your own boss while minimizing financial risks, and the questions you should be asking if you're ready to become a freight agent. 


Time Stamps:
00:04:44 Start a freight agent business.
00:09:07 Research potential partners.
00:12:52 Take control of your future.
00:16:05 Strong relationships key to success.
00:24:45 Technology is key in freight.
00:30:44 Bet on yourself.
00:33:23 Believe in the entrepreneur.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12133299 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2076 full false Warm selling and quick wins missing from 90% of logistics websites Warm selling and quick wins missing from 90% of logistics websites In today's show, we're diving into two big topics: the art of the warm sell and quick website wins. 

The art of the warm sell is pulled from our weekly appearance on Freightwaves Now and covers how social media can be a digital handshake that pays off at in-person events. Then we get into some quick website wins that I'd estimate 90% of the freight industry is missing from their respective sites. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today's show, we're diving into two big topics: the art of the warm sell and quick website wins. 

The art of the warm sell is pulled from our weekly appearance on Freightwaves Now and covers how social media can be a digital handshake that pays off at in-person events. Then we get into some quick website wins that I'd estimate 90% of the freight industry is missing from their respective sites. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12127770 Fri, 27 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2393 full false Connecting the world's supply chain data with Brian Glick Connecting the world's supply chain data with Brian Glick One of the bigger issues in supply chain and logistics is that each sector tends to operate in a silo. And that's no different in the supply chain technology sphere, either.

That's why Brian Glick set out to start Chain.io to help connect each part of the supply chain journey with integrations specifically built on established processes. In addition to integration talk, we also get into the overall freight tech landscape, it's strengths, weaknesses, and if someone like Elon Musk is setting the bar for how technology companies should operate.

Links from the show: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> One of the bigger issues in supply chain and logistics is that each sector tends to operate in a silo. And that's no different in the supply chain technology sphere, either.

That's why Brian Glick set out to start Chain.io to help connect each part of the supply chain journey with integrations specifically built on established processes. In addition to integration talk, we also get into the overall freight tech landscape, it's strengths, weaknesses, and if someone like Elon Musk is setting the bar for how technology companies should operate.

Links from the show: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12105259 Tue, 24 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500 3395 full false Embracing the conductor mindset with marketing, ChatGPT, and takeaways from Freightwaves' Sales and Marketing Summit Embracing the conductor mindset with marketing, ChatGPT, and takeaways from Freightwaves' Sales and Marketing Summit As the sales and marketing world continues to expand in freight, we're going to make sure we cover a few different topics that can help you optimize your marketing plan. 

Today's show topics include: 

  • Takeaways from the Freightwaves Sales and Marketing Summit
  • ChatGPT and prompts to help you use that tool better
  • Embracing the conductor mindset in marketing

Links mentioned during the show: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> As the sales and marketing world continues to expand in freight, we're going to make sure we cover a few different topics that can help you optimize your marketing plan. 

Today's show topics include: 

  • Takeaways from the Freightwaves Sales and Marketing Summit
  • ChatGPT and prompts to help you use that tool better
  • Embracing the conductor mindset in marketing

Links mentioned during the show: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12071070 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500 3145 full false The Challenging Freight with SiLo Logistics The Challenging Freight with SiLo Logistics “The most fulfilling part of the job is taking the challenging freight that nobody else wants."

That’s what Luke Hilko, Co-Founder of SiLo Logistics, said in the latest Everything is Logistics podcast. 

Tackling the challenges in logistics isn’t just what they do. It’s how the company was founded and continues to operate. Daring to launch in the early summer of 2020, Luke and the team bet big on in-person collaboration as a necessity for a modern brokerage to operate, and it’s worked—Quite well. 

Listen in on the convo with Luke as we talk about SiLo’s opinion on cold calls, their perfect 5-star Google rating, and why they are walking the walk regarding customer service. 


Connect with Luke and the SiLo Team: 


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> “The most fulfilling part of the job is taking the challenging freight that nobody else wants."

That’s what Luke Hilko, Co-Founder of SiLo Logistics, said in the latest Everything is Logistics podcast. 

Tackling the challenges in logistics isn’t just what they do. It’s how the company was founded and continues to operate. Daring to launch in the early summer of 2020, Luke and the team bet big on in-person collaboration as a necessity for a modern brokerage to operate, and it’s worked—Quite well. 

Listen in on the convo with Luke as we talk about SiLo’s opinion on cold calls, their perfect 5-star Google rating, and why they are walking the walk regarding customer service. 


Connect with Luke and the SiLo Team: 


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12009739 Tue, 17 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2670 full false Complete Guide To Launching Your Podcast in 2023 Complete Guide To Launching Your Podcast in 2023 More than 90% of all podcasts never make it past 10 episodes. 

That's a scary stat but as podcasting continues to grow in listenership and adoption, I'm going to break down the key things you need to plan to make sure you get past that episode mark and more. 

In this episode, I'm going to break down the following steps:

  1. Determine the type of show you want to have: Consider the purpose of your podcast and the format that will best serve your audience.
  2. Consider the personal ROI of the podcast: Determine the goals you hope to achieve through your podcast, and consider how it will benefit your company and personal brand.
  3. Establish how you will be measuring success: Determine the metrics you will use to track the success of your podcast, such as number of listeners or engagement with your content.
  4. Identify the host, equipment, and talent needed: Determine who will host your podcast, and choose high-quality equipment, including a microphone, recording software, and headphones, to ensure that your podcast sounds professional.
  5. Plan the show itself: Consider the ads, products, or services you want to promote, as well as the music, intro, and outro you will use. Create show art and branding, and set up a landing page on your website.
  6. Map out your processes: From idea generation to recording, editing, organizing, uploading, and distribution, determine the steps you will take to produce each episode.
  7. Establish a set recording schedule: Determine a consistent schedule for recording and releasing new episodes, and make sure to honor it.
  8. Leave room to improve your processes: Continuously assess and refine your processes to ensure that you are using the most efficient and effective methods. Remember that what works for you or a client may not work for everyone, so be open to trying new approaches.



Checkout our FREE course on how to start a video-first podcast

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> More than 90% of all podcasts never make it past 10 episodes. 

That's a scary stat but as podcasting continues to grow in listenership and adoption, I'm going to break down the key things you need to plan to make sure you get past that episode mark and more. 

In this episode, I'm going to break down the following steps:

  1. Determine the type of show you want to have: Consider the purpose of your podcast and the format that will best serve your audience.
  2. Consider the personal ROI of the podcast: Determine the goals you hope to achieve through your podcast, and consider how it will benefit your company and personal brand.
  3. Establish how you will be measuring success: Determine the metrics you will use to track the success of your podcast, such as number of listeners or engagement with your content.
  4. Identify the host, equipment, and talent needed: Determine who will host your podcast, and choose high-quality equipment, including a microphone, recording software, and headphones, to ensure that your podcast sounds professional.
  5. Plan the show itself: Consider the ads, products, or services you want to promote, as well as the music, intro, and outro you will use. Create show art and branding, and set up a landing page on your website.
  6. Map out your processes: From idea generation to recording, editing, organizing, uploading, and distribution, determine the steps you will take to produce each episode.
  7. Establish a set recording schedule: Determine a consistent schedule for recording and releasing new episodes, and make sure to honor it.
  8. Leave room to improve your processes: Continuously assess and refine your processes to ensure that you are using the most efficient and effective methods. Remember that what works for you or a client may not work for everyone, so be open to trying new approaches.



Checkout our FREE course on how to start a video-first podcast

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12033332 Fri, 13 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2983 full false Four-time CMO Rachel Meranus talks Transfix's 2022 rebrand and building a high-performance marketing team Four-time CMO Rachel Meranus talks Transfix's 2022 rebrand and building a high-performance marketing team Rachel Meranus started out in public relations but found her way into marketing during the course of her career. She has held the position of chief marketing officer (CMO) four times and is now the chief revenue and marketing officer at Transfix. During this discussion, she covers her time as Chief Marketing Officer, the rebranding of Transfix 2022, as well as the process of constructing a high-performance marketing team.

Shippers and carriers are able to interact with one another and have their truckload transportation optimized with the assistance of Transfix, a software-first logistics firm. Transfix has been in business for ten years, and its technology matches shippers and carriers on specific loads and lanes through the use of automation and data modeling. In addition to the brokerage platform they provide, Transfix also provides software solutions that aid shippers and carriers with the execution, optimization, and management of truckload transportation. These solutions are available for both shippers and carriers.


Connect with Transfix: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Rachel Meranus started out in public relations but found her way into marketing during the course of her career. She has held the position of chief marketing officer (CMO) four times and is now the chief revenue and marketing officer at Transfix. During this discussion, she covers her time as Chief Marketing Officer, the rebranding of Transfix 2022, as well as the process of constructing a high-performance marketing team.

Shippers and carriers are able to interact with one another and have their truckload transportation optimized with the assistance of Transfix, a software-first logistics firm. Transfix has been in business for ten years, and its technology matches shippers and carriers on specific loads and lanes through the use of automation and data modeling. In addition to the brokerage platform they provide, Transfix also provides software solutions that aid shippers and carriers with the execution, optimization, and management of truckload transportation. These solutions are available for both shippers and carriers.


Connect with Transfix: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-12009475 Tue, 10 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2653 women in logistics full false Three things to watch for in freight marketing in 2023 Three things to watch for in freight marketing in 2023 In the podcast "Everything is Logistics", the host talks about three important things to keep an eye on in freight marketing in 2023: AI tools, content remixing, and influencer marketing. 

TAKEAWAYS: 

  • AI tools, such as ChatGPT, will significantly change the role of marketers and it is important to learn and use these tools in order to stay competitive.
  • Content remixing involves creating shorter pieces of content from longer form content and sharing them on various social media channels to reach specific audiences.
  • Influencer marketing involves partnering with influencers in order to reach and engage with a larger audience. It is important to carefully select influencers who align with your brand values and target audience.

**ED NOTE: The podcast description, title, and takeaways were all created by ChatGPT. Most of it was spot on---except for the influencer marketing part. I made no mention of that in this episode, so it's weird that the AI added it to the description and takeaways. Would love to know what y'all think about this and the accuracy behind it! Happy creating! 

Also mentioned during the episode was when I asked ChatGPT to create a 6-month marketing plan for 3PLs. Here is the generic marketing plan it spit out in seconds: 

  • Month 1:
    • Conduct market research to gather insights about industry trends and customer needs.
    • Identify key target audiences and develop customer personas.
    • Set marketing goals and objectives.
  • Month 2:
    • Develop a comprehensive content marketing strategy, including a content calendar and editorial calendar.
    • Launch a social media marketing campaign to increase brand awareness and engage with customers.
    • Implement email marketing campaigns to nurture leads and promote services.
  • Month 3:
    • Optimize the company's website for search engines and improve search engine rankings.
    • Implement paid advertising campaigns to reach new audiences and drive traffic to the website.
    • Develop a referral program to encourage current customers to refer friends and colleagues.
  • Month 4:
    • Host a webinar or virtual event to educate potential customers about the company's services.
    • Launch a customer loyalty program to reward and retain current customers.
    • Develop a case study or testimonial program to showcase the success of current customers.
  • Month 5:
    • Create a lead generation campaign to capture new leads and nurture them through the sales funnel.
    • Conduct market research to gather insights about industry trends and customer needs.
    • Develop a customer retention strategy

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In the podcast "Everything is Logistics", the host talks about three important things to keep an eye on in freight marketing in 2023: AI tools, content remixing, and influencer marketing. 

TAKEAWAYS: 

  • AI tools, such as ChatGPT, will significantly change the role of marketers and it is important to learn and use these tools in order to stay competitive.
  • Content remixing involves creating shorter pieces of content from longer form content and sharing them on various social media channels to reach specific audiences.
  • Influencer marketing involves partnering with influencers in order to reach and engage with a larger audience. It is important to carefully select influencers who align with your brand values and target audience.

**ED NOTE: The podcast description, title, and takeaways were all created by ChatGPT. Most of it was spot on---except for the influencer marketing part. I made no mention of that in this episode, so it's weird that the AI added it to the description and takeaways. Would love to know what y'all think about this and the accuracy behind it! Happy creating! 

Also mentioned during the episode was when I asked ChatGPT to create a 6-month marketing plan for 3PLs. Here is the generic marketing plan it spit out in seconds: 

  • Month 1:
    • Conduct market research to gather insights about industry trends and customer needs.
    • Identify key target audiences and develop customer personas.
    • Set marketing goals and objectives.
  • Month 2:
    • Develop a comprehensive content marketing strategy, including a content calendar and editorial calendar.
    • Launch a social media marketing campaign to increase brand awareness and engage with customers.
    • Implement email marketing campaigns to nurture leads and promote services.
  • Month 3:
    • Optimize the company's website for search engines and improve search engine rankings.
    • Implement paid advertising campaigns to reach new audiences and drive traffic to the website.
    • Develop a referral program to encourage current customers to refer friends and colleagues.
  • Month 4:
    • Host a webinar or virtual event to educate potential customers about the company's services.
    • Launch a customer loyalty program to reward and retain current customers.
    • Develop a case study or testimonial program to showcase the success of current customers.
  • Month 5:
    • Create a lead generation campaign to capture new leads and nurture them through the sales funnel.
    • Conduct market research to gather insights about industry trends and customer needs.
    • Develop a customer retention strategy

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11974580 Thu, 05 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2433 full false What a Shipper Wants [best of] What a Shipper Wants [best of] In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like.


Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 What a Shipper Wants with The Produce Industry Podcast

19:49 Study Reveals Marketing Ideas That Shippers Won’t Hate

37:36 Shipper Explains What He Wished He Knew Before Working With a 3PL

43:53 The Logistics of Calypso Lemonade


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like.


Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 What a Shipper Wants with The Produce Industry Podcast

19:49 Study Reveals Marketing Ideas That Shippers Won’t Hate

37:36 Shipper Explains What He Wished He Knew Before Working With a 3PL

43:53 The Logistics of Calypso Lemonade


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11935294 Sat, 31 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500 4210 full false Freight Broker Training and Marketing To Use in 2023 [best of] Freight Broker Training and Marketing To Use in 2023 [best of] In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like.

Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 Getting Strategic With Your Sales Plan

17:52 Freight Broker Training That Isn’t a Scam

40:35 What Makes For a Successful Freight Agent?

01:24:42 6 Logistics Marketing Trends After TMSA’s Annual Conference

01:45:31 Growing a Freight Brokerage with Liz Wayne of Able Transport Solutions

01:59:50 How to fix your shady email list

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like.

Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 Getting Strategic With Your Sales Plan

17:52 Freight Broker Training That Isn’t a Scam

40:35 What Makes For a Successful Freight Agent?

01:24:42 6 Logistics Marketing Trends After TMSA’s Annual Conference

01:45:31 Growing a Freight Brokerage with Liz Wayne of Able Transport Solutions

01:59:50 How to fix your shady email list

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11935281 Fri, 30 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500 8061 full false The Coolest Innovations for 3PLs [best of] The Coolest Innovations for 3PLs [best of] In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like.


Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 Preventing Cargo Crime with Overhaul

10:48  The Art of Return Logistics with Hafback

29:12 How WeatherOptics Can Help Trucking Plan Better Routes

41:18 Rethinking Supply Chains with Brian Aoaeh

01:05:23 Wearable Tech Inside the Warehouse with Proglove

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like.


Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 Preventing Cargo Crime with Overhaul

10:48  The Art of Return Logistics with Hafback

29:12 How WeatherOptics Can Help Trucking Plan Better Routes

41:18 Rethinking Supply Chains with Brian Aoaeh

01:05:23 Wearable Tech Inside the Warehouse with Proglove

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11935271 Thu, 29 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500 4814 full false SaaS and Cybersecurity in Freight [best of] SaaS and Cybersecurity in Freight [best of] In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like.


Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 Freight Tech's Digital Marketing Strategy

15:37 Prepping For Cybersecurity Threats

56:59 Today’s Freight Tech and How It Fits Into Our Workday

01:12:02 How Loadsmart is Adding Automation to Freight

01:30:40 Fewer Spreadsheets and Better Relationships with Transfix Jonathan Rojas

01:42:15 How to Make Freight Tech Your Asset with Sandy Vosk

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like.


Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 Freight Tech's Digital Marketing Strategy

15:37 Prepping For Cybersecurity Threats

56:59 Today’s Freight Tech and How It Fits Into Our Workday

01:12:02 How Loadsmart is Adding Automation to Freight

01:30:40 Fewer Spreadsheets and Better Relationships with Transfix Jonathan Rojas

01:42:15 How to Make Freight Tech Your Asset with Sandy Vosk

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11935257 Wed, 28 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500 7816 full false Content Marketing Ideas From These Top 3PLs [best of] Content Marketing Ideas From These Top 3PLs [best of] In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like.

Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58  6 Logistics Marketing Trends After TMSA’s Annual Conference

22:57  How the Top 3PL's Treat Digital Marketing

34:38  Freightvana's Sales and Marketing Tips for 3PLs

01:08:33 How Rocket Shipping Tackles Content Marketing

01:33:55 How Odyssey Logistics thinks about global marketing strategy

01:59:47 TikTok for 3PLs with Logistoks

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like.

Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58  6 Logistics Marketing Trends After TMSA’s Annual Conference

22:57  How the Top 3PL's Treat Digital Marketing

34:38  Freightvana's Sales and Marketing Tips for 3PLs

01:08:33 How Rocket Shipping Tackles Content Marketing

01:33:55 How Odyssey Logistics thinks about global marketing strategy

01:59:47 TikTok for 3PLs with Logistoks

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11935209 Tue, 27 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500 8121 full false AI and Automation in Trucking [best of] AI and Automation in Trucking [best of] In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like.

Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 Locomation Explains How Lidar in Trucking Works

20:39 Targeting the Autonomous Middle-Mile with Gatik

25:23 The State of Autonomous Vehicles with Kodiak Robotics, Plus, and Embark Trucks

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like.

Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 Locomation Explains How Lidar in Trucking Works

20:39 Targeting the Autonomous Middle-Mile with Gatik

25:23 The State of Autonomous Vehicles with Kodiak Robotics, Plus, and Embark Trucks

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11882438 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500 3662 full false What's New and Noteworthy in Trucking [best of] What's New and Noteworthy in Trucking [best of] In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like.

Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 How to Save Old Trucks with Edison Motors

24:38 How to Get Online Reviews with CarrierSource

39:53 How WeatherOptics Can Help Trucking Plan Better Routes

51:58 Healthier Choices for Truckers with Mark Manera

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like.

Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 How to Save Old Trucks with Edison Motors

24:38 How to Get Online Reviews with CarrierSource

39:53 How WeatherOptics Can Help Trucking Plan Better Routes

51:58 Healthier Choices for Truckers with Mark Manera

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11882442 Thu, 22 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500 4006 full false Content Marketing Ideas From These Top Trucking Companies [best of] Content Marketing Ideas From These Top Trucking Companies [best of] In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like.

Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 How the Best Trucking Companies Treat Digital Marketing

18:39 The Story Behind Hirschbach’s Graffiti-Style Branding

51:18 Trucking Social Media Strategies with Magnum Transportation


If you liked this episode, you'll love our chat with Rahmel from Truck N' Hustle. Here's how he upgraded Truck N' Hustle's content game

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like.

Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 How the Best Trucking Companies Treat Digital Marketing

18:39 The Story Behind Hirschbach’s Graffiti-Style Branding

51:18 Trucking Social Media Strategies with Magnum Transportation


If you liked this episode, you'll love our chat with Rahmel from Truck N' Hustle. Here's how he upgraded Truck N' Hustle's content game

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11882418 Wed, 21 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500 4966 full false The Best Business Tips For Managing Your Trucking Company [best of] The Best Business Tips For Managing Your Trucking Company [best of] In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like. 

Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 Accounting Tips For Your Trucking Company

13:30 How $5 Per Month Can Keep Your Trucking Company Thriving

25:10  The Government Contracting Side of Trucking

35:03 Getting access to benefits packages in trucking



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best interviews from the industry’s thought leaders and create a mashup of these episodes so you can listen over a period of time. That way if you want a crash course in say….autonomous trucks or what shippers want out of their 3PL partnership, you can listen to one long-form episode instead of having to dig through our library. 

All of these episodes are from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these folks will help you map out what your next year looks like. 

Guests are from these episodes: 

00:58 Accounting Tips For Your Trucking Company

13:30 How $5 Per Month Can Keep Your Trucking Company Thriving

25:10  The Government Contracting Side of Trucking

35:03 Getting access to benefits packages in trucking



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11882403 Mon, 19 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500 2864 full false How Leaders Can Upgrade Their Content and Conference Strategies How Leaders Can Upgrade Their Content and Conference Strategies Trying to schedule guests in December is a nightmare. So to avoid that headache and keep you up to date all the good things going on, we're creating a best-of roundup from appearances on Freightwaves Now. 

In this episode, FW Now hosts Kaylee Nix and Anthony Smith ask me about: 

  • How To Create a Conference Strategy
  • How Effective Leaders Can Maximize Their Content

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Trying to schedule guests in December is a nightmare. So to avoid that headache and keep you up to date all the good things going on, we're creating a best-of roundup from appearances on Freightwaves Now. 

In this episode, FW Now hosts Kaylee Nix and Anthony Smith ask me about: 

  • How To Create a Conference Strategy
  • How Effective Leaders Can Maximize Their Content

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11785215 Sun, 18 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1377 full false A Crash Course in Freight Marketing A Crash Course in Freight Marketing In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best segments from the last year so you can get a crash course in freight marketing. 

These episodes are all from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these segments will help you map out what your next year looks like.

Want to skip to a topic directly? Simply use the time stamps listed below. 

This show's segments are from these episodes: 

00:58 Freight Tech's Digital Marketing Strategy

13:33 How the Top 3PL's Treat Digital Marketing

24:45 How the Best Trucking Companies Treat Digital Marketing

41:31 Follow This 4-Part Simplified Marketing Plan

49:06  The Problem with SEO Strategy in Freight

01:01:05 Must-Have Tools for One-Person Marketing Teams

01:16:12 Why the Smartest Companies Prioritize Marketing Operations

01:25:51 Making Marketing Analytics Actionable

01:43:10 How To Spy On Your Competition



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today's show, we’re doing something new where we pick the best segments from the last year so you can get a crash course in freight marketing. 

These episodes are all from within the last year, so hopefully, the insights from these segments will help you map out what your next year looks like.

Want to skip to a topic directly? Simply use the time stamps listed below. 

This show's segments are from these episodes: 

00:58 Freight Tech's Digital Marketing Strategy

13:33 How the Top 3PL's Treat Digital Marketing

24:45 How the Best Trucking Companies Treat Digital Marketing

41:31 Follow This 4-Part Simplified Marketing Plan

49:06  The Problem with SEO Strategy in Freight

01:01:05 Must-Have Tools for One-Person Marketing Teams

01:16:12 Why the Smartest Companies Prioritize Marketing Operations

01:25:51 Making Marketing Analytics Actionable

01:43:10 How To Spy On Your Competition



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11882448 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500 6860 full false Trimming the Fat from Marketing Gluttony Trimming the Fat from Marketing Gluttony Trying to schedule guests in December is a nightmare. So to avoid that headache and keep you up to date all the good things going on, we're creating a best-of roundup from appearances on Freightwaves Now. 

In this episode, FW Now hosts Kaylee Nix and Anthony Smith ask me about: 

  • Marketing Trends for Logistics Companies
  • Why Marketing Needs to Be Leaner

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Trying to schedule guests in December is a nightmare. So to avoid that headache and keep you up to date all the good things going on, we're creating a best-of roundup from appearances on Freightwaves Now. 

In this episode, FW Now hosts Kaylee Nix and Anthony Smith ask me about: 

  • Marketing Trends for Logistics Companies
  • Why Marketing Needs to Be Leaner

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11785210 Tue, 13 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1377 full false Cold Emailing and Spotting Scams Online Cold Emailing and Spotting Scams Online Trying to schedule guests in December is a nightmare. So to avoid that headache and keep you up to date all the good things going on, we're creating a best-of roundup from appearances on Freightwaves Now. 

In this episode, FW Now hosts Kaylee Nix and Anthony Smith ask me about: 

  • How to Spot a Scam
  • The Right and Wrong Ways to Cold Email

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Trying to schedule guests in December is a nightmare. So to avoid that headache and keep you up to date all the good things going on, we're creating a best-of roundup from appearances on Freightwaves Now. 

In this episode, FW Now hosts Kaylee Nix and Anthony Smith ask me about: 

  • How to Spot a Scam
  • The Right and Wrong Ways to Cold Email

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11785195 Thu, 08 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1332 full false How Marketing Has Changed Since 2020 How Marketing Has Changed Since 2020 Trying to schedule guests in December is a nightmare. So to avoid that headache and keep you up to date all the good things going on, we're creating a best-of roundup from appearances on Freightwaves Now. 

In this episode, FW Now hosts ask me about: 

  • Why Gen Z Isn't Using Google Search Anymore
  • Analyzing Mark Zuckerberg
  • The TikTok Effect

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Trying to schedule guests in December is a nightmare. So to avoid that headache and keep you up to date all the good things going on, we're creating a best-of roundup from appearances on Freightwaves Now. 

In this episode, FW Now hosts ask me about: 

  • Why Gen Z Isn't Using Google Search Anymore
  • Analyzing Mark Zuckerberg
  • The TikTok Effect

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11785181 Tue, 06 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500 2176 full false The Little Known Parts of Marketing The Little Known Parts of Marketing Trying to schedule guests in December is a nightmare. So to avoid that headache and keep you up to date all the good things going on, we're creating a best-of roundup from appearances on Freightwaves Now. 

In this episode, FW Now hosts Kaylee Nix and Anthony Smith ask me about: 

  • Marketing Dark Side
  • Latest Shifts in Podcasting 
  • How to stop overcomplicating marketing and just get started

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Trying to schedule guests in December is a nightmare. So to avoid that headache and keep you up to date all the good things going on, we're creating a best-of roundup from appearances on Freightwaves Now. 

In this episode, FW Now hosts Kaylee Nix and Anthony Smith ask me about: 

  • Marketing Dark Side
  • Latest Shifts in Podcasting 
  • How to stop overcomplicating marketing and just get started

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11785164 Fri, 02 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1892 full false Content is for Closers Interview Content is for Closers Interview Adam Vazquez is the host of the popular marketing show, Content is For Closers. A little while back he was kind enough to invite me on his show to talk about my journey into logistics and how I've used content marketing throughout my career.

Content is something I've created since I was a little girl so it's incredibly humbling to be recognized by folks like Adam, who also serves as partner at Heard--a content marketing agency helping businesses create content that doesn't suck.

If you like the interview (which I'm sure you will!) then you'll love hearing the rest of Adam's work; Be sure to follow along with his podcast and check him out on Twitter.

Highlights from the conversation:

  • Upcoming season with the Jags (1:51)
  • Blythe’s career journey (5:29)
  • Launching a show as a single creator (11:58)
  • The importance of remaining curious (18:22)
  • The power in ruthlessly cutting content down (21:31)
  • Aggravations of being a marketing agency (30:12)

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Adam Vazquez is the host of the popular marketing show, Content is For Closers. A little while back he was kind enough to invite me on his show to talk about my journey into logistics and how I've used content marketing throughout my career.

Content is something I've created since I was a little girl so it's incredibly humbling to be recognized by folks like Adam, who also serves as partner at Heard--a content marketing agency helping businesses create content that doesn't suck.

If you like the interview (which I'm sure you will!) then you'll love hearing the rest of Adam's work; Be sure to follow along with his podcast and check him out on Twitter.

Highlights from the conversation:

  • Upcoming season with the Jags (1:51)
  • Blythe’s career journey (5:29)
  • Launching a show as a single creator (11:58)
  • The importance of remaining curious (18:22)
  • The power in ruthlessly cutting content down (21:31)
  • Aggravations of being a marketing agency (30:12)

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11785119 Wed, 30 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0500 2139 full false The Logistics of the Internet The Logistics of the Internet Did you know that the technology that powers the internet today was developed over a hundred years ago?

In today's episode, we're breaking down the logistics of the internet. Some of the things we're describing in this show are visually based, so if you want to watch those clips, I've got them linked below. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Did you know that the technology that powers the internet today was developed over a hundred years ago?

In today's episode, we're breaking down the logistics of the internet. Some of the things we're describing in this show are visually based, so if you want to watch those clips, I've got them linked below. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11739821 Thu, 24 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0500 667 full false Telling Founder Stories in Freight with Nate Shutes Telling Founder Stories in Freight with Nate Shutes It takes a special kind of person to start a new venture. Whether it’s a podcast, new business, with VC funding, or without, taking a leap of faith requires a certain amount of fearlessness that create some of the best stories. The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics is hosted by podcaster Nate Shutes and on today’s show, he’s breaking down the process of starting his own show and the common threads he’s able to weave together by talking to so many founders in freight. 


Episode Timestamps:

00:45 – Looking Back at Podcasting Journey

02:05 – Common Themes

04:15 –  New School of Logistics Entrepreneurs and How They Collaborate

07:26–  The Big Catalyst for Focusing on Founders

09:03 – The Mental Health Aspect of Being a Founder

14:30 –  Mastering The Art of Interviewing

18:13 –  Learnings and Things Left to be Learned

20:35 - Encouragement

 

Quotes:

“There's nothing more attractive than a person who's found their purpose. So many of these founders found that. Even getting to be in the passenger seat and help share their story with a broader audience is a huge privilege.”

“They're just people[founders]. They may have some extraordinary abilities and have taken some significant risks. But they are still people that are no different than anybody else. “

“If you're passionate about something yourself, and you'd like to have a show, nothing stops you from doing it.”



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> It takes a special kind of person to start a new venture. Whether it’s a podcast, new business, with VC funding, or without, taking a leap of faith requires a certain amount of fearlessness that create some of the best stories. The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics is hosted by podcaster Nate Shutes and on today’s show, he’s breaking down the process of starting his own show and the common threads he’s able to weave together by talking to so many founders in freight. 


Episode Timestamps:

00:45 – Looking Back at Podcasting Journey

02:05 – Common Themes

04:15 –  New School of Logistics Entrepreneurs and How They Collaborate

07:26–  The Big Catalyst for Focusing on Founders

09:03 – The Mental Health Aspect of Being a Founder

14:30 –  Mastering The Art of Interviewing

18:13 –  Learnings and Things Left to be Learned

20:35 - Encouragement

 

Quotes:

“There's nothing more attractive than a person who's found their purpose. So many of these founders found that. Even getting to be in the passenger seat and help share their story with a broader audience is a huge privilege.”

“They're just people[founders]. They may have some extraordinary abilities and have taken some significant risks. But they are still people that are no different than anybody else. “

“If you're passionate about something yourself, and you'd like to have a show, nothing stops you from doing it.”



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11739793 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1445 full false How Dooner Creates an Insane Amount of Content for Freightwaves How Dooner Creates an Insane Amount of Content for Freightwaves In today’s episode, we’re focusing on content and how it’s been used in the freight industry to sell a variety of products and services. For years, content felt like an afterthought and not the primary communication it is today therefore the perfect guest to speak on this evolution is none other than Tim Dooner, host and producer of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

Episode Timestamps:

01:01 – Seeing The Opportunity Evolve into Creating Content

05:08 – Freightwaves Above Other Competitors' Current Media Space

07:53 – A Way That A Guest Can Standout

10:15 – Back The Truck Up

13:27 – Biggest Mistake For Marketers

14:17 – Doing Content By Yourself

17:41 – Balancing Conversation 

21:31 - A Dream Interview 

23:36 - Getting Bandwidth Back  To Have A Great Show

26:39 - Another Part of Contents To Dive In

29:16 – Revamping Strategy

32:50 - Utilizing TikTok

37:10 – Advice For Sharing Your Voice

45:13 - Preparing For Upcoming  Event 


Quotes:

“Nothing's overnight; everything is a grind. And that's the first thing anyone should know before you get into creating content, this is a grind, and it can be very unrewarding. And often, you have to push yourself through it and get there.”

“Podcasting is very intimate. I take my podcasts with me to the grocery store, and I take them to the gym or in the shower. It's a much different medium.”

“It's easier for many folks to start with a partner, and we can bounce those ideas off and find a good group. I don't know that I ever would have started making content online if I didn't have a co-host.”



Links and Resources:

If you want to check out Back The Truck Up, visit: https://backthetruckup.com/

Click the follow button to watch episodes of  WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Podcast.

Find Dooner on Linkedin and Twitter





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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today’s episode, we’re focusing on content and how it’s been used in the freight industry to sell a variety of products and services. For years, content felt like an afterthought and not the primary communication it is today therefore the perfect guest to speak on this evolution is none other than Tim Dooner, host and producer of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

Episode Timestamps:

01:01 – Seeing The Opportunity Evolve into Creating Content

05:08 – Freightwaves Above Other Competitors' Current Media Space

07:53 – A Way That A Guest Can Standout

10:15 – Back The Truck Up

13:27 – Biggest Mistake For Marketers

14:17 – Doing Content By Yourself

17:41 – Balancing Conversation 

21:31 - A Dream Interview 

23:36 - Getting Bandwidth Back  To Have A Great Show

26:39 - Another Part of Contents To Dive In

29:16 – Revamping Strategy

32:50 - Utilizing TikTok

37:10 – Advice For Sharing Your Voice

45:13 - Preparing For Upcoming  Event 


Quotes:

“Nothing's overnight; everything is a grind. And that's the first thing anyone should know before you get into creating content, this is a grind, and it can be very unrewarding. And often, you have to push yourself through it and get there.”

“Podcasting is very intimate. I take my podcasts with me to the grocery store, and I take them to the gym or in the shower. It's a much different medium.”

“It's easier for many folks to start with a partner, and we can bounce those ideas off and find a good group. I don't know that I ever would have started making content online if I didn't have a co-host.”



Links and Resources:

If you want to check out Back The Truck Up, visit: https://backthetruckup.com/

Click the follow button to watch episodes of  WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Podcast.

Find Dooner on Linkedin and Twitter





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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11710802 Thu, 17 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0500 3150 full false The Art of Return Logistics with Hafback The Art of Return Logistics with Hafback What’s your process regarding the products that come back from customers? How's the customer going to initiate the return? Are you set up and able to handle it when they come back? What are you going to do with them? Are you paired up with another e-commerce platform or returns warehouse that will be dedicated to handling that for you?

Just in the US, 6 billion pounds worth of returns is thrown away each year because the channels for these things aren't that strong, and the merchants don't have the time to maintain an additional recommerce channel. How can we reduce or eliminate these things to happen? What are you doing on the marketing side to improve your copy and content, so you don't get as many preventable returns because you didn't have good imaging or good size and call out? 

In this episode, Brian Taylor, founder, and CEO of Hafback, talks about why and how he started his company regarding return logistics, what companies should do to handle return items, and tips to reduce them.


Timestamps:

00:55 - The idea of Hafback

02:30 - Return Logistics and Reverse Logistics

03:22 - Returns recommerce

08:05 - Big sales period

13:07 - Categories that are higher in returns

14:06 - Tips for business that doesn’t have a return logistics

18:17 - Lessons Brian learned



Quotes:

“Q4 is a big sales period for most brands. But what will you do with these if you don't have the back of your house in order? What's the impact not only on your bottom line but your warehouse? It makes for a difficult beginning of the year for most retailers.”

“You want some type of returns portal that customers can use to initiate the return. The easier it is to return something, the more likely they will buy it. So anything you can do to make that return process easy for your customer, get that set up now.”



Links and Resources:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylorbrianm/ 

https://hafback.com/ 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> What’s your process regarding the products that come back from customers? How's the customer going to initiate the return? Are you set up and able to handle it when they come back? What are you going to do with them? Are you paired up with another e-commerce platform or returns warehouse that will be dedicated to handling that for you?

Just in the US, 6 billion pounds worth of returns is thrown away each year because the channels for these things aren't that strong, and the merchants don't have the time to maintain an additional recommerce channel. How can we reduce or eliminate these things to happen? What are you doing on the marketing side to improve your copy and content, so you don't get as many preventable returns because you didn't have good imaging or good size and call out? 

In this episode, Brian Taylor, founder, and CEO of Hafback, talks about why and how he started his company regarding return logistics, what companies should do to handle return items, and tips to reduce them.


Timestamps:

00:55 - The idea of Hafback

02:30 - Return Logistics and Reverse Logistics

03:22 - Returns recommerce

08:05 - Big sales period

13:07 - Categories that are higher in returns

14:06 - Tips for business that doesn’t have a return logistics

18:17 - Lessons Brian learned



Quotes:

“Q4 is a big sales period for most brands. But what will you do with these if you don't have the back of your house in order? What's the impact not only on your bottom line but your warehouse? It makes for a difficult beginning of the year for most retailers.”

“You want some type of returns portal that customers can use to initiate the return. The easier it is to return something, the more likely they will buy it. So anything you can do to make that return process easy for your customer, get that set up now.”



Links and Resources:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylorbrianm/ 

https://hafback.com/ 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11651204 Tue, 15 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1257 full false Must-Have Tools for One-Person Marketing Teams Must-Have Tools for One-Person Marketing Teams As a one-person marketing team for more than a decade, I’ve tried a lot of software and tools that were supposed to change my life. But after a lot of time and money spent on tools that didn’t live up to their promise, I’m breaking down my tried and tested tools that could hopefully save you from that time and money wasted. 


Timestamps:

0:00 – Tools for One-Person Team

1:51 – Click Up and its use as a project management tool

4:34 – Google Docs

6:47 – Active Campaign for automation

9:06 – copy.ai

11:11 – Canva and its different functions

 

Quotes:

“Before you add any software or tool,  map out your processes first and then figure out where technology plays a role.”

“It’s challenging as a creative person or entrepreneur. You have tons of ideas but don’t know how to get them out of your head and onto a system that can make those ideas actionable.”

“Sometimes people treat email like a to-do list. If you have emails within your to-do list, sometimes you just delete them. With an active campaign, I can resend that campaign to anyone who didn’t open the email, didn’t click on any links, and I hope I’m catching them at a better time than the next time I send it.”



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> As a one-person marketing team for more than a decade, I’ve tried a lot of software and tools that were supposed to change my life. But after a lot of time and money spent on tools that didn’t live up to their promise, I’m breaking down my tried and tested tools that could hopefully save you from that time and money wasted. 


Timestamps:

0:00 – Tools for One-Person Team

1:51 – Click Up and its use as a project management tool

4:34 – Google Docs

6:47 – Active Campaign for automation

9:06 – copy.ai

11:11 – Canva and its different functions

 

Quotes:

“Before you add any software or tool,  map out your processes first and then figure out where technology plays a role.”

“It’s challenging as a creative person or entrepreneur. You have tons of ideas but don’t know how to get them out of your head and onto a system that can make those ideas actionable.”

“Sometimes people treat email like a to-do list. If you have emails within your to-do list, sometimes you just delete them. With an active campaign, I can resend that campaign to anyone who didn’t open the email, didn’t click on any links, and I hope I’m catching them at a better time than the next time I send it.”



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11651178 Thu, 10 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1039 full false What I've Learned After Hosting 30+ Websites What I've Learned After Hosting 30+ Websites Your website is the only thing that can sell for you 24/7. So in this episode, I’m highlighting the things I’ve learned after hosting and managing 30+ websites so you can have a better handle on your #1 sales tool. 

Episode Timestamps:

00:39 – Hosting 

02:50 – Content Delivery Network

03:37 – A Show Called Behind the Attraction

04:12 – SSL certificate.

05:55 – WordPress websites

07:09 – Two Types of Agencies or Companies

09:29 – Microsites

11:17 - Google Analytics and Search Console

12:08 - Start With Social Media

13:44 - Use Real Photos



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Your website is the only thing that can sell for you 24/7. So in this episode, I’m highlighting the things I’ve learned after hosting and managing 30+ websites so you can have a better handle on your #1 sales tool. 

Episode Timestamps:

00:39 – Hosting 

02:50 – Content Delivery Network

03:37 – A Show Called Behind the Attraction

04:12 – SSL certificate.

05:55 – WordPress websites

07:09 – Two Types of Agencies or Companies

09:29 – Microsites

11:17 - Google Analytics and Search Console

12:08 - Start With Social Media

13:44 - Use Real Photos



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11596877 Thu, 03 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0400 981 full false Cold Calls and Content with Cargo Margo Cold Calls and Content with Cargo Margo In this episode, Cargo Margo, the sales director at NFI Industries, talks about her reason for starting a show and its return on investment. As a sales director, she also talks about her typical day, the evolving relationship between marketing and sales, and the platforms to choose when starting a business from scratch.


Episode Timestamps:

00:33 – Deciding to Start a Show

02:10 – Tips or Takeaways Working with a Coach

02:53 – Behind the Scenes Planning

05:30 – Advice on Starting a Linkedin Live Show

06:21 – Dealing and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

07:54 – Favorite Interview

08:57 – The Return on Investment

09:24 - A Typical Day for a Director of Sales

12:42 - The Relationship Between Marketing and Sales Evolving

13:56 - Core Passion Project

15:26 – Things That Prevent from Starting a Show

16:27 - Cold Emailing and Cold Calling

18:49 – Favorite Creator Within Freight 

20:04 – Platforms to Choose When Starting Business From Scratch

21:06 – Social Platform to Try


Quotes:

 “I always think there are areas I need to improve, which is true. But to just relax and wallow in the gratitude, or where you've come in that journey, helps me to settle back down and get a grip on things.”

“Each guest has significantly changed my life. To be able to connect with someone that's an industry expert, to leverage their expertise to make changes in your life, and to be able to show that to your community is everything.

“Relationships are not just done behind a keyboard. You have to meet someone in person.”



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, Cargo Margo, the sales director at NFI Industries, talks about her reason for starting a show and its return on investment. As a sales director, she also talks about her typical day, the evolving relationship between marketing and sales, and the platforms to choose when starting a business from scratch.


Episode Timestamps:

00:33 – Deciding to Start a Show

02:10 – Tips or Takeaways Working with a Coach

02:53 – Behind the Scenes Planning

05:30 – Advice on Starting a Linkedin Live Show

06:21 – Dealing and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

07:54 – Favorite Interview

08:57 – The Return on Investment

09:24 - A Typical Day for a Director of Sales

12:42 - The Relationship Between Marketing and Sales Evolving

13:56 - Core Passion Project

15:26 – Things That Prevent from Starting a Show

16:27 - Cold Emailing and Cold Calling

18:49 – Favorite Creator Within Freight 

20:04 – Platforms to Choose When Starting Business From Scratch

21:06 – Social Platform to Try


Quotes:

 “I always think there are areas I need to improve, which is true. But to just relax and wallow in the gratitude, or where you've come in that journey, helps me to settle back down and get a grip on things.”

“Each guest has significantly changed my life. To be able to connect with someone that's an industry expert, to leverage their expertise to make changes in your life, and to be able to show that to your community is everything.

“Relationships are not just done behind a keyboard. You have to meet someone in person.”



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11583318 Fri, 28 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1450 full false Starting a Freight Marketing Agency with Michelle LeBlanc Starting a Freight Marketing Agency with Michelle LeBlanc The marketing industry has changed over the years as everyone has to pivot and adapt as technology advances. They went from advertisements and promotions in newspapers or flyers to promotions through the internet, especially social media. It doesn’t stop there. The internet has been improving, changing, and adapting as time passes.

Have you ever wondered what marketing strategy you should be using? How can you utilize social media to promote your business or products? How do marketing and sales work together?

In this episode, we have Michelle LeBlanc. She is the founder of Drop and Hook, a social media and content marketing firm. Michelle talks about the marketing industry, social media, and content marketing. 

 

Episode Timestamps:

0:20 – Favorite tools to run your business

1:21 – Being in the Marketing Industry and the History of Drop and Hook

4:32 – Personal Branding

7:09 – Responsible social media posting

9:42 – Marketing and Sales

12:34 – Getting started with social media

15:06 – Tips for social media

17:13 – The ROI question

 

Quotes:

“I think one thing that has been positive about technology becoming more accessible is marketing automation technology and things like that. For sales professionals, it is an opportunity to see something that helps them in their day-to-day life.”

“I think knowing your audience is the most important thing I would suggest to anybody starting fresh and not sure where to go.”

“You can look at what other people have done as content and bring your unique expertise to it.”

 

Links and Resources:

Check out Michelle LeBlanc on:

Website: https://www.leblancly.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleanneleblanc/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/LeBlancly

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leblancly/

 

Get in touch with drop & hook at https://www.dropandhookcontent.com/, or check their socials:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DropHookContent/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dropandhookcontent/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dropandhookcontent/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DropHookContent

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The marketing industry has changed over the years as everyone has to pivot and adapt as technology advances. They went from advertisements and promotions in newspapers or flyers to promotions through the internet, especially social media. It doesn’t stop there. The internet has been improving, changing, and adapting as time passes.

Have you ever wondered what marketing strategy you should be using? How can you utilize social media to promote your business or products? How do marketing and sales work together?

In this episode, we have Michelle LeBlanc. She is the founder of Drop and Hook, a social media and content marketing firm. Michelle talks about the marketing industry, social media, and content marketing. 

 

Episode Timestamps:

0:20 – Favorite tools to run your business

1:21 – Being in the Marketing Industry and the History of Drop and Hook

4:32 – Personal Branding

7:09 – Responsible social media posting

9:42 – Marketing and Sales

12:34 – Getting started with social media

15:06 – Tips for social media

17:13 – The ROI question

 

Quotes:

“I think one thing that has been positive about technology becoming more accessible is marketing automation technology and things like that. For sales professionals, it is an opportunity to see something that helps them in their day-to-day life.”

“I think knowing your audience is the most important thing I would suggest to anybody starting fresh and not sure where to go.”

“You can look at what other people have done as content and bring your unique expertise to it.”

 

Links and Resources:

Check out Michelle LeBlanc on:

Website: https://www.leblancly.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleanneleblanc/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/LeBlancly

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leblancly/

 

Get in touch with drop & hook at https://www.dropandhookcontent.com/, or check their socials:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DropHookContent/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dropandhookcontent/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dropandhookcontent/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DropHookContent

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11562116 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1339 full false Turning Your Content Marketing Into a Profit Center Turning Your Content Marketing Into a Profit Center The world is now run with content—whether it’s “meme warfare,” following the trends, or signing up the most famous celebrities, people consume content more than ever. That’s why brands have shifted their marketing strategies from bread-and-butter television advertisements, magazines, or posters, to social media platforms where billions of people gather together in a single or multi-platform. You now see unknown brands suddenly shoot up in popularity because they created content so catchy and promising that people decided to test them out. In contrast, some popular brands faded into obscurity.

Content creation has been considered the cost center since marketing and advertisements require a lot of money just to promote your product, and companies are thinking of making the most out of them. If you reframe your mind, content is more than just a cost center—it can also be your profit center—in which creating engaging and compelling content that resonates with the masses, especially if you go on trend, equates to profits you can ever imagine. Tune in as we discuss how content has evolved throughout the years, reframing the content creation mindset and what you can do to take your brand to the next level.

Episode Timestamps:

[02:00] – Why Content Creation is the Future of Marketing

[05:19] – Forbes Magazine Top Creators of 2022

[06:52] – Organic Social Media

[09:01] – The Importance of an Internal Social Media “Arm”

[10:40] – Things you need to remember before starting any kind of campaign

[11:51] – Engaging with the Audience

[13:30] – Answering Audience Inquiries

[16:22] – Summary

Quotes:

“Even if you make a bad or good product, it doesn’t mean anything if you don’t have the social media arm behind it.”

“A leader or company founder should be the face and the voice of the company. You don’t want to hire someone to come in and talk about you and pretend to be you on social media.”

“You should be keeping a list of all the questions and concerns your clients and your leads are asking you because then that way, you have a general idea of what you should be talking about on social media.”




Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The world is now run with content—whether it’s “meme warfare,” following the trends, or signing up the most famous celebrities, people consume content more than ever. That’s why brands have shifted their marketing strategies from bread-and-butter television advertisements, magazines, or posters, to social media platforms where billions of people gather together in a single or multi-platform. You now see unknown brands suddenly shoot up in popularity because they created content so catchy and promising that people decided to test them out. In contrast, some popular brands faded into obscurity.

Content creation has been considered the cost center since marketing and advertisements require a lot of money just to promote your product, and companies are thinking of making the most out of them. If you reframe your mind, content is more than just a cost center—it can also be your profit center—in which creating engaging and compelling content that resonates with the masses, especially if you go on trend, equates to profits you can ever imagine. Tune in as we discuss how content has evolved throughout the years, reframing the content creation mindset and what you can do to take your brand to the next level.

Episode Timestamps:

[02:00] – Why Content Creation is the Future of Marketing

[05:19] – Forbes Magazine Top Creators of 2022

[06:52] – Organic Social Media

[09:01] – The Importance of an Internal Social Media “Arm”

[10:40] – Things you need to remember before starting any kind of campaign

[11:51] – Engaging with the Audience

[13:30] – Answering Audience Inquiries

[16:22] – Summary

Quotes:

“Even if you make a bad or good product, it doesn’t mean anything if you don’t have the social media arm behind it.”

“A leader or company founder should be the face and the voice of the company. You don’t want to hire someone to come in and talk about you and pretend to be you on social media.”

“You should be keeping a list of all the questions and concerns your clients and your leads are asking you because then that way, you have a general idea of what you should be talking about on social media.”




Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11437379 Thu, 20 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1146 full false How to Get Online Reviews with CarrierSource How to Get Online Reviews with CarrierSource In this episode, we have invited Rob Light, founder and CEO of Carrier Source. Their goal is to give carriers a better marketing environment by providing a service that collects actual human reviews to ensure the benefits of the reviews. In today’s episode, Rob will talk about how Carrier Source started, the processes made, and the advantages it serves for freight carriers.

How Rob Started Carrier Source

[1:41]

Carrier Source collects reviews of freight carriers from shippers and brokers. The reason they do this is so that carriers can better build a reputation. Currently, carriers face many negative reviews and reports from mechanisms such as TIA watchdog reports and google reviews, which no one trusts. Thus, it hinders their business a little bit. That is the gap Rob is hoping to fill.

[2:25]

Rob worked at a company called G2 for a long time. They covered reviews of software products. They thought to bring this over to the logistics space and create the Carrier Source because carriers don't have an opportunity to gain positive recognition to share with the world who they are or market themselves.

Legitimate Human Reviews

[4:36]

Rob said that they take a lot of pride in their data quality.  First and foremost, Google reviews can sometimes read a little sketchy, and you're not sure who's writing that review. On the other hand, Carrier Source has a pretty thorough moderation process. They have a human being read every review that comes through to ensure that the review is helpful to a potential broker or shipper looking to hire that carrier.

Incentivizing on the Carrier Side

[7:58]

A lot of the information that Carrier Source is collecting in these reviews could be found by anybody if they called up the carrier, especially regarding equipment, shipment, or where they're running their preferred lanes. It is just a matter of picking up the phone and giving them a call.

[8:54]

They do hope to unlock the data a little bit. It's considered proprietary in the logistics space, but it's not even the broker's data. It's the information on the carrier itself.

Freight Carriers Profile

[9:48]

Every freight carrier has a profile out there that is federally registered. It's free to come in and claim your profile page so you can sign up. Carriers can do marketing to start. You can input equipment and shipping type, any specialized services you provide, regions, states, or lanes you're running. Then you can also write a description of your business. It's a great way to promote the services that you provide, explain why you're a great carrier, and encourage brokers and shippe

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, we have invited Rob Light, founder and CEO of Carrier Source. Their goal is to give carriers a better marketing environment by providing a service that collects actual human reviews to ensure the benefits of the reviews. In today’s episode, Rob will talk about how Carrier Source started, the processes made, and the advantages it serves for freight carriers.

How Rob Started Carrier Source

[1:41]

Carrier Source collects reviews of freight carriers from shippers and brokers. The reason they do this is so that carriers can better build a reputation. Currently, carriers face many negative reviews and reports from mechanisms such as TIA watchdog reports and google reviews, which no one trusts. Thus, it hinders their business a little bit. That is the gap Rob is hoping to fill.

[2:25]

Rob worked at a company called G2 for a long time. They covered reviews of software products. They thought to bring this over to the logistics space and create the Carrier Source because carriers don't have an opportunity to gain positive recognition to share with the world who they are or market themselves.

Legitimate Human Reviews

[4:36]

Rob said that they take a lot of pride in their data quality.  First and foremost, Google reviews can sometimes read a little sketchy, and you're not sure who's writing that review. On the other hand, Carrier Source has a pretty thorough moderation process. They have a human being read every review that comes through to ensure that the review is helpful to a potential broker or shipper looking to hire that carrier.

Incentivizing on the Carrier Side

[7:58]

A lot of the information that Carrier Source is collecting in these reviews could be found by anybody if they called up the carrier, especially regarding equipment, shipment, or where they're running their preferred lanes. It is just a matter of picking up the phone and giving them a call.

[8:54]

They do hope to unlock the data a little bit. It's considered proprietary in the logistics space, but it's not even the broker's data. It's the information on the carrier itself.

Freight Carriers Profile

[9:48]

Every freight carrier has a profile out there that is federally registered. It's free to come in and claim your profile page so you can sign up. Carriers can do marketing to start. You can input equipment and shipping type, any specialized services you provide, regions, states, or lanes you're running. Then you can also write a description of your business. It's a great way to promote the services that you provide, explain why you're a great carrier, and encourage brokers and shippe

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-11437361 Tue, 18 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1138 full false Disney Logistics: How The Happiest Place on Earth Creates Magic Disney Logistics: How The Happiest Place on Earth Creates Magic Have you ever been to Disney? Do you remember how you felt when you were there for the first time? We see our favorite characters, theme parks, movies, stores, and places to shop. But think outside the box. The Disney Corporation is a world made up of ideas from one man who wanted to change the world through entertainment. The truth is that we can enjoy Walt's ideas now because of how well the supply chain works. Businesses must think outside the box when it comes to their supply chain operations if they want to be the best at what they do. 

What if we took Walt Disney as a model for supply chain management? Would we be better able to take care of our customers and move our industry forward? Would we be more likely to work together and encourage our industry to think big? This is what Disney has been doing for a very long time. 

In this episode, Blythe Brumleve, the founder of Digital Dispatch and host of the Everything is Logistics podcast, talks about her time working for Disney, the path that led her to logistics, and her favorite Disney logistics facts.


Episode Timestamps:

00:51 – Working for Disney

02:08 – Fun Facts about Disney and How They Handle Logistics 

03:37 – A Show Called Behind the Attraction

03:56 – The First Monorail

05:35 – Disney Continues to Invest in New Transportation Concepts 

05:54 – Skyliner

07:05 – Parking Garage Systems

09:24 - 11 Different Countries That Are Represented in World Showcase Area

10:52 - Entertainment in the Line Queue

11:13 - Tunnels and Emotion of Disney Logistics

12:26 – Disney Wants to Be a Memory Maker for Your Trip

13:19 - Disney plans for Christmas all year round

15:17 – Go Away Green at Disney

16:08 – The Liberty Tree


Quotes:

“If I can't work at the dream company, then I'm just going to start my own company. It led me on the path to where I'm talking to you guys here. Today. I'm working in logistics.”

“I want to bring up when we talk about tunnels and emotions that Disney is trying to convey. They also want to be a memory maker for your trip. They use what's called Smellitizers” 

“That is one aspect of the Disney logistics when it comes to around Christmas time but they want to make sure that they affect your eyes. They want to make sure that they affect your sense of smell and your experience of what's going on in the park.”



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Have you ever been to Disney? Do you remember how you felt when you were there for the first time? We see our favorite characters, theme parks, movies, stores, and places to shop. But think outside the box. The Disney Corporation is a world made up of ideas from one man who wanted to change the world through entertainment. The truth is that we can enjoy Walt's ideas now because of how well the supply chain works. Businesses must think outside the box when it comes to their supply chain operations if they want to be the best at what they do. 

What if we took Walt Disney as a model for supply chain management? Would we be better able to take care of our customers and move our industry forward? Would we be more likely to work together and encourage our industry to think big? This is what Disney has been doing for a very long time. 

In this episode, Blythe Brumleve, the founder of Digital Dispatch and host of the Everything is Logistics podcast, talks about her time working for Disney, the path that led her to logistics, and her favorite Disney logistics facts.


Episode Timestamps:

00:51 – Working for Disney

02:08 – Fun Facts about Disney and How They Handle Logistics 

03:37 – A Show Called Behind the Attraction

03:56 – The First Monorail

05:35 – Disney Continues to Invest in New Transportation Concepts 

05:54 – Skyliner

07:05 – Parking Garage Systems

09:24 - 11 Different Countries That Are Represented in World Showcase Area

10:52 - Entertainment in the Line Queue

11:13 - Tunnels and Emotion of Disney Logistics

12:26 – Disney Wants to Be a Memory Maker for Your Trip

13:19 - Disney plans for Christmas all year round

15:17 – Go Away Green at Disney

16:08 – The Liberty Tree


Quotes:

“If I can't work at the dream company, then I'm just going to start my own company. It led me on the path to where I'm talking to you guys here. Today. I'm working in logistics.”

“I want to bring up when we talk about tunnels and emotions that Disney is trying to convey. They also want to be a memory maker for your trip. They use what's called Smellitizers” 

“That is one aspect of the Disney logistics when it comes to around Christmas time but they want to make sure that they affect your eyes. They want to make sure that they affect your sense of smell and your experience of what's going on in the park.”



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-11436884 Thu, 13 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1177 full false How WeatherOptics Can Help Trucking Plan Better Routes How WeatherOptics Can Help Trucking Plan Better Routes In this episode, we have invited Scott Pecoriello, founder and CEO of WeatherOptics, a weather intelligence company founded on the premise that weather forecasts alone do not give value but impact forecasts that influence decision-making. He has led the initiative to integrate consumer, corporate, utility, and weather data to rethink how WeatherOptics can improve business perspectives on the weather. 

In today's episode, Scott discusses how you can use their platform to improve logistics and transform how organizations think about and react to the weather.

Weather Optics

[0:24]

WeatherOptics is a weather intelligence firm that provides weather forecasts to supply chain and logistics organizations. They combine meteorological data with supply chain data to produce insights that allow logistics teams to take control of their operations before disruptive weather strikes.

How Scott Started

[1:34]

Scott has always been captivated by the weather and new business ventures. During his college years, his interest in weather led him to discover an industry where many people were affected but had no control over how to deal with the weather.

Weather Conditions With Transportation 

[2:24]

WeatherOptics use weather computer predicting models that are adjusted and optimized for accuracy, which is critical because it affects pricing points and anticipated ETA for shipments. Scott and his team typically concentrate on larger-scale catastrophes, such as hurricanes and snowstorms, and their effects on warehouse facilities, supply chain management, and logistics.

Who is WeatherOptics For

[7:44]

Weather optics' key clients include shippers, carriers, and asset space. When shipping food or critical commodities across the country or the globe, it is critical to track whether or not delays are likely, the best or fastest route for logistics to take, the temperature threshold index, and keep them in check. 

[9:42]

WeatherOptics primarily serves clients in North America and Europe. On the other hand, Scott is ecstatic with his recent endeavor to produce and deliver global data.

Capturing Weather Data

[11:44]

Scott collects weather data using various technologies, including dashboards and space-based weather monitors.

You can check out Scott on https://www.weatheroptics.co/ or follow him directly on his socials:

Twitter | LinkedIn

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, we have invited Scott Pecoriello, founder and CEO of WeatherOptics, a weather intelligence company founded on the premise that weather forecasts alone do not give value but impact forecasts that influence decision-making. He has led the initiative to integrate consumer, corporate, utility, and weather data to rethink how WeatherOptics can improve business perspectives on the weather. 

In today's episode, Scott discusses how you can use their platform to improve logistics and transform how organizations think about and react to the weather.

Weather Optics

[0:24]

WeatherOptics is a weather intelligence firm that provides weather forecasts to supply chain and logistics organizations. They combine meteorological data with supply chain data to produce insights that allow logistics teams to take control of their operations before disruptive weather strikes.

How Scott Started

[1:34]

Scott has always been captivated by the weather and new business ventures. During his college years, his interest in weather led him to discover an industry where many people were affected but had no control over how to deal with the weather.

Weather Conditions With Transportation 

[2:24]

WeatherOptics use weather computer predicting models that are adjusted and optimized for accuracy, which is critical because it affects pricing points and anticipated ETA for shipments. Scott and his team typically concentrate on larger-scale catastrophes, such as hurricanes and snowstorms, and their effects on warehouse facilities, supply chain management, and logistics.

Who is WeatherOptics For

[7:44]

Weather optics' key clients include shippers, carriers, and asset space. When shipping food or critical commodities across the country or the globe, it is critical to track whether or not delays are likely, the best or fastest route for logistics to take, the temperature threshold index, and keep them in check. 

[9:42]

WeatherOptics primarily serves clients in North America and Europe. On the other hand, Scott is ecstatic with his recent endeavor to produce and deliver global data.

Capturing Weather Data

[11:44]

Scott collects weather data using various technologies, including dashboards and space-based weather monitors.

You can check out Scott on https://www.weatheroptics.co/ or follow him directly on his socials:

Twitter | LinkedIn

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11437091 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400 870 full false Biggest Stories in Freight with Thomas Wasson Biggest Stories in Freight with Thomas Wasson In this episode, we have invited Thomas Wasson. He is an Enterprise Trucking Carrier Expert at FreightWaves with a focus on news commentary, analysis, and trucking insights. Prior to that, he worked as an Account Executive at aifleet, Arrive Logistics, and for 5 years at U.S. Express with a focus on fleet management, load planning, freight analysis, and truckload network architecture. He earned an MBA in 2020 from the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga and a Bachelor of Political Science in 2013 from the University of Tennessee Knoxville.

In today's episode, he discusses the world of freight, how the supply chain has evolved over time, and how trucking companies can enhance their operations.


How Thomas Started

[0:36]
Thomas came across trucking by chance. He began his career as a weekend dispatcher, where he gained his first experience managing vehicles and teams of truck drivers. In his life and career, he lives by the Dilbert Principle: just be good enough to move up. He was promoted and eventually arrived where he is now.


Supply Chain Business

[4:51]
Thomas argues that the supply chain is always difficult to control since it is untidy and constantly changing, especially when a pandemic strikes. The consequences of this circumstance include layoffs and automation, overworking and increased demand for greater compensation, and job switching.


Technological Advances

[11:17]
Larger carriers clearly have an advantage over smaller carriers and small carrier enterprises. According to Thomas, most small courier companies' goal is to catch up with automation and innovation. Without a doubt, technology is always evolving in such a way that small courier companies can focus more on human-engaged jobs.


Must-Have Software for Trucking Companies

[12:59]
It is critical for large trucking companies to seek investment assistance from private investors who are prepared to assist them in investing in technology to automate the majority of minor jobs. In addition, for new trucking companies, partnering with well-known or established companies may assist your company in gaining access to industry resources.


Favorite Part Of The Job

[15:29]
As part of his job, Thomas is quite interested in talking to people. He enjoys educating people about the trucking or brokerage industries, and he enjoys hearing from his clients.
 
You can check out Thomas on https://www.freightwaves.com/ or follow him directly on Linkedin

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, we have invited Thomas Wasson. He is an Enterprise Trucking Carrier Expert at FreightWaves with a focus on news commentary, analysis, and trucking insights. Prior to that, he worked as an Account Executive at aifleet, Arrive Logistics, and for 5 years at U.S. Express with a focus on fleet management, load planning, freight analysis, and truckload network architecture. He earned an MBA in 2020 from the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga and a Bachelor of Political Science in 2013 from the University of Tennessee Knoxville.

In today's episode, he discusses the world of freight, how the supply chain has evolved over time, and how trucking companies can enhance their operations.


How Thomas Started

[0:36]
Thomas came across trucking by chance. He began his career as a weekend dispatcher, where he gained his first experience managing vehicles and teams of truck drivers. In his life and career, he lives by the Dilbert Principle: just be good enough to move up. He was promoted and eventually arrived where he is now.


Supply Chain Business

[4:51]
Thomas argues that the supply chain is always difficult to control since it is untidy and constantly changing, especially when a pandemic strikes. The consequences of this circumstance include layoffs and automation, overworking and increased demand for greater compensation, and job switching.


Technological Advances

[11:17]
Larger carriers clearly have an advantage over smaller carriers and small carrier enterprises. According to Thomas, most small courier companies' goal is to catch up with automation and innovation. Without a doubt, technology is always evolving in such a way that small courier companies can focus more on human-engaged jobs.


Must-Have Software for Trucking Companies

[12:59]
It is critical for large trucking companies to seek investment assistance from private investors who are prepared to assist them in investing in technology to automate the majority of minor jobs. In addition, for new trucking companies, partnering with well-known or established companies may assist your company in gaining access to industry resources.


Favorite Part Of The Job

[15:29]
As part of his job, Thomas is quite interested in talking to people. He enjoys educating people about the trucking or brokerage industries, and he enjoys hearing from his clients.
 
You can check out Thomas on https://www.freightwaves.com/ or follow him directly on Linkedin

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11437024 Thu, 06 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1167 full false Leaving Sports for Logistics Leaving Sports for Logistics In this episode,  Blythe Brumleve was invited on the show Joz Bytes. Hosted by Chris Joslyn of CJ Solutions Group and iLevel Logistics, we get into a great discussion on how similar sports marketing and logistics marketing have become and what ultimately led Blythe to leave the world of sports broadcasting and pursue logistics marketing and media. 


SHOW NOTES:

How Blythe Started

[3:56]

Blythe started a blog about sports, entertainment, and the like focusing on women called GuysGirl.com. At the same time, she was hired as an executive assistant for a third-party logistics company. Up until this day, the blog was still functioning and operating. This allowed her to learn marketing, especially from B2B and B2C perspectives. This also led to her becoming her boss’s favorite employee and assistant.

Marketing

[7:57]

Blythe has always been a one-person team where she does everything independently. She never thought that she would be focusing on marketing. As an entrepreneur, you are involved in a lot of tasks alone. When it comes to marketing, you must think of strategies to make people notice you online. Blythe is currently focusing on LinkedIn and TikTok. She mentioned that on LinkedIn, a good post will show up from time to time, while on Twitter, you have to think of another tweet if it doesn’t get attention for the first few minutes. Blythe was able to connect with many people in the logistics and supply chain industry through LinkedIn, which was particularly helpful during the pandemic.

[12:06]

You don’t have to be everything to your clients. Focus on a specific niche and enhance your skills and expertise in that field.

What Paved the Way

[16:38]

GuysGirl.com gave Blythe some opportunities for her career, but it didn’t encourage growth. It was FreightWaves that allowed her to grow her career and be successful.

Digital Handshake

[20:56]

It is vital to create awareness about your brand digitally as it may be able to allow you to be known by the people who will be helpful to you in the future. Blythe shared how, in the early to late 2000s, people wondered why it was essential to be on social media. It can be seen how crucial digital marketing is during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Video

[24:00]

A video helps market your brand and can be turned into many things that will help promote you. The audio from the video can be made into a podcast, essential topics can be made into clips tha

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode,  Blythe Brumleve was invited on the show Joz Bytes. Hosted by Chris Joslyn of CJ Solutions Group and iLevel Logistics, we get into a great discussion on how similar sports marketing and logistics marketing have become and what ultimately led Blythe to leave the world of sports broadcasting and pursue logistics marketing and media. 


SHOW NOTES:

How Blythe Started

[3:56]

Blythe started a blog about sports, entertainment, and the like focusing on women called GuysGirl.com. At the same time, she was hired as an executive assistant for a third-party logistics company. Up until this day, the blog was still functioning and operating. This allowed her to learn marketing, especially from B2B and B2C perspectives. This also led to her becoming her boss’s favorite employee and assistant.

Marketing

[7:57]

Blythe has always been a one-person team where she does everything independently. She never thought that she would be focusing on marketing. As an entrepreneur, you are involved in a lot of tasks alone. When it comes to marketing, you must think of strategies to make people notice you online. Blythe is currently focusing on LinkedIn and TikTok. She mentioned that on LinkedIn, a good post will show up from time to time, while on Twitter, you have to think of another tweet if it doesn’t get attention for the first few minutes. Blythe was able to connect with many people in the logistics and supply chain industry through LinkedIn, which was particularly helpful during the pandemic.

[12:06]

You don’t have to be everything to your clients. Focus on a specific niche and enhance your skills and expertise in that field.

What Paved the Way

[16:38]

GuysGirl.com gave Blythe some opportunities for her career, but it didn’t encourage growth. It was FreightWaves that allowed her to grow her career and be successful.

Digital Handshake

[20:56]

It is vital to create awareness about your brand digitally as it may be able to allow you to be known by the people who will be helpful to you in the future. Blythe shared how, in the early to late 2000s, people wondered why it was essential to be on social media. It can be seen how crucial digital marketing is during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Video

[24:00]

A video helps market your brand and can be turned into many things that will help promote you. The audio from the video can be made into a podcast, essential topics can be made into clips tha

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11424914 Mon, 03 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400 2394 full false Will AI Replace White-Collar Workers? Will AI Replace White-Collar Workers? For years we’ve been told about AI, robotics, and automation taking over blue-collar jobs. But with the latest advancements in AI software, it could be white-collar jobs that are replaced more quickly. What does this mean for creators and artists? We’re breaking it down in today’s episode. 

See more of our shows around the topic of artificial intelligence over on Digital Dispatch

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> For years we’ve been told about AI, robotics, and automation taking over blue-collar jobs. But with the latest advancements in AI software, it could be white-collar jobs that are replaced more quickly. What does this mean for creators and artists? We’re breaking it down in today’s episode. 

See more of our shows around the topic of artificial intelligence over on Digital Dispatch

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11299762 Sat, 01 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1123 full false Previewing Manifest: The Future of Logistics 2023 Previewing Manifest: The Future of Logistics 2023 Manifest: The Future of Logistics was first held in January 2022 as one of the first big industry-wide events that made me go, "Wow, this industry actually feels like something modern and fresh." They had puppy lounges, autonomous trucks, rad conference swag, and even a concert by Ludacris. 

It created a major FOMO event across the logistics industry so when it came time to start mentally prepping for the fall and winter slate of conferences, the Manifest conference for 2023 was already penciled on my must-attend events. All that to say we're proud to welcome back conference chair Pam Simon to tell us what's all in store for the upcoming conference. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Manifest: The Future of Logistics was first held in January 2022 as one of the first big industry-wide events that made me go, "Wow, this industry actually feels like something modern and fresh." They had puppy lounges, autonomous trucks, rad conference swag, and even a concert by Ludacris. 

It created a major FOMO event across the logistics industry so when it came time to start mentally prepping for the fall and winter slate of conferences, the Manifest conference for 2023 was already penciled on my must-attend events. All that to say we're proud to welcome back conference chair Pam Simon to tell us what's all in store for the upcoming conference. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11299792 Thu, 29 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400 771 full false Why the Smartest Companies Prioritize Marketing Operations Why the Smartest Companies Prioritize Marketing Operations If you like revenue, you should be prioritizing marketing operations—aka MOPs.

 

So let’s talk about what MOPs includes: 

 

  • At its core, it’s about helping the company scale efficiently using data, people, and processes. 
  • Skills that a great marketing ops person has: 
    • Understanding people (and thus understanding the buyer’s journey)
      • What should (and more importantly, shouldn’t) be automated
      • What channels to be active on
    • Being able to look at the landscape of the business and its industry, what’s driving revenue, and how marketing plays a role in that environment. 

Marketing ops is a position that is typically hired too late in the process so in this episode, we're breaking down how you can start prioritizing it before it's too late. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> If you like revenue, you should be prioritizing marketing operations—aka MOPs.

 

So let’s talk about what MOPs includes: 

 

  • At its core, it’s about helping the company scale efficiently using data, people, and processes. 
  • Skills that a great marketing ops person has: 
    • Understanding people (and thus understanding the buyer’s journey)
      • What should (and more importantly, shouldn’t) be automated
      • What channels to be active on
    • Being able to look at the landscape of the business and its industry, what’s driving revenue, and how marketing plays a role in that environment. 

Marketing ops is a position that is typically hired too late in the process so in this episode, we're breaking down how you can start prioritizing it before it's too late. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11308814 Sat, 24 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400 714 full false Supply Chain Strategy for 2022 and Beyond Supply Chain Strategy for 2022 and Beyond Everything is Logistics host Blythe Brumleve was invited on a recent podcast to talk about the future of supply chain and logistics. Eric is the founder and CEO of Third Stage Consulting, a firm focused on helping clients define and implement their digital strategies and digital transformations. 

In this talk, you'll learn about Blythe's journey into the freight industry, the technological advances, and the rise in content creation for an industry that was largely an afterthought before 2020. 

  • Connect with Eric Kimberling on Linkedin

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Everything is Logistics host Blythe Brumleve was invited on a recent podcast to talk about the future of supply chain and logistics. Eric is the founder and CEO of Third Stage Consulting, a firm focused on helping clients define and implement their digital strategies and digital transformations. 

In this talk, you'll learn about Blythe's journey into the freight industry, the technological advances, and the rise in content creation for an industry that was largely an afterthought before 2020. 

  • Connect with Eric Kimberling on Linkedin

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11308874 Mon, 19 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400 3755 full false Mark Zuckerberg's Metaverse Plans Mark Zuckerberg's Metaverse Plans Meta founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg joined Joe Rogan's podcast for a 3-hour conversation and it was fascinating.

You might be asking yourself: Who cares?

  • He’s one of the most powerful people on the planet
  • Who also controls a platform used by billions of people(1.9 billion daily active users) 
  • And at the flip of a switch can control the flow of information

………..and he *never* does interviews like this and never for this long.

On a FW Now appearance, I talked about how Zuck thinks about content moderation. 

TLDW: 

  • Facebook is built for the community first
  • He thinks you should be able to post anything that isn’t pornographic or incites violence/illegal activity
    • But if you believe in the flat earth theory, then you’re free to do so
  • The angry emoji is actually used as a signal to Facebook that a piece of news shouldn’t be shared to a wider audience

But what I want to talk about is another product Zuck is working on because it gives us insight into how this powerful person thinks about the future and how we’ll communicate with each other in his ideal future. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Meta founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg joined Joe Rogan's podcast for a 3-hour conversation and it was fascinating.

You might be asking yourself: Who cares?

  • He’s one of the most powerful people on the planet
  • Who also controls a platform used by billions of people(1.9 billion daily active users) 
  • And at the flip of a switch can control the flow of information

………..and he *never* does interviews like this and never for this long.

On a FW Now appearance, I talked about how Zuck thinks about content moderation. 

TLDW: 

  • Facebook is built for the community first
  • He thinks you should be able to post anything that isn’t pornographic or incites violence/illegal activity
    • But if you believe in the flat earth theory, then you’re free to do so
  • The angry emoji is actually used as a signal to Facebook that a piece of news shouldn’t be shared to a wider audience

But what I want to talk about is another product Zuck is working on because it gives us insight into how this powerful person thinks about the future and how we’ll communicate with each other in his ideal future. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11308799 Thu, 15 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400 831 full false How Fantasy Football Saved Yahoo How Fantasy Football Saved Yahoo Fantasy football has been around since the early 60’s when initial rules were invented by Oakland Raiders staffers and a reporter. 

By 1989, over a million people took up the hobby. 

Hell, even when I first started playing in our decade-old fantasy league, we calculated our scores by hand using the Monday morning sports page.

But did you know that it’s because of fantasy football that has made Yahoo stay relevant far past its prime?

A quick recap of the company which is essentially all you need to know: 

  • In the late 1990s, Yahoo was poised to become the biggest name in tech
  • They had a chance to buy Google twice–and didn’t make it happen
    • Also had a chance to purchase Facebook!
  • Their revenue peaked in 2007, shrinking each year ever since
  • But to their credit, they were very early to the portal scene–which is similar to what AOL offered as a “gateway to the internet”

But the company is still around to this day and a big reason for that is fantasy football. In this quick episode, we're breaking down how that all came to life. 

See more shows from our historical series over on the Digital Dispatch website

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Fantasy football has been around since the early 60’s when initial rules were invented by Oakland Raiders staffers and a reporter. 

By 1989, over a million people took up the hobby. 

Hell, even when I first started playing in our decade-old fantasy league, we calculated our scores by hand using the Monday morning sports page.

But did you know that it’s because of fantasy football that has made Yahoo stay relevant far past its prime?

A quick recap of the company which is essentially all you need to know: 

  • In the late 1990s, Yahoo was poised to become the biggest name in tech
  • They had a chance to buy Google twice–and didn’t make it happen
    • Also had a chance to purchase Facebook!
  • Their revenue peaked in 2007, shrinking each year ever since
  • But to their credit, they were very early to the portal scene–which is similar to what AOL offered as a “gateway to the internet”

But the company is still around to this day and a big reason for that is fantasy football. In this quick episode, we're breaking down how that all came to life. 

See more shows from our historical series over on the Digital Dispatch website

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11299719 Tue, 13 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400 377 full false Making the Switch from Trucker to Creator Making the Switch from Trucker to Creator When Freightwaves first launched 'Back the Truck Up' the main goal was to bring a central place of news and social media content directly onto one site. Powered by truckers and industry vets, Justin Martin was one of the first trucker→creators who jumped at the chance to stay home instead of being on the road for weeks, sometimes months, at a time. 

Justin joins the show to talk about his transition from trucker to creator, the dynamics of taking care of your drivers, and what companies can do to appreciate their drivers year-round for Truck Driver Appreciation Week. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> When Freightwaves first launched 'Back the Truck Up' the main goal was to bring a central place of news and social media content directly onto one site. Powered by truckers and industry vets, Justin Martin was one of the first trucker→creators who jumped at the chance to stay home instead of being on the road for weeks, sometimes months, at a time. 

Justin joins the show to talk about his transition from trucker to creator, the dynamics of taking care of your drivers, and what companies can do to appreciate their drivers year-round for Truck Driver Appreciation Week. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11299604 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1238 full false Great 8 Pillars of ROI-Driven Marketing with SyncShow Great 8 Pillars of ROI-Driven Marketing with SyncShow I first met Nadine Nocero from Sync Show while at the TMSA conference in Orlando, Florida at the Gaylor Resort's "lazy" river that seemed to go 30mph. 

But it was that conversation about digital marketing that told me I needed to get her on the show and she's coming in sharing her Great 8 Pillars of ROI-Driven Marketing. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> I first met Nadine Nocero from Sync Show while at the TMSA conference in Orlando, Florida at the Gaylor Resort's "lazy" river that seemed to go 30mph. 

But it was that conversation about digital marketing that told me I needed to get her on the show and she's coming in sharing her Great 8 Pillars of ROI-Driven Marketing. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11213974 Tue, 06 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1076 full false How To Spy On Your Competition How To Spy On Your Competition In a previous episode, we talked about economic espionage when the British found several ways to "take without asking" in China regarding their tea-making practices. 

But in this episode, we're bringing it to the modern day by telling you how to spy on your own competition using all of the digital media tools available at your disposal. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In a previous episode, we talked about economic espionage when the British found several ways to "take without asking" in China regarding their tea-making practices. 

But in this episode, we're bringing it to the modern day by telling you how to spy on your own competition using all of the digital media tools available at your disposal. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11213960 Sun, 04 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400 718 full false Economic espionage: How China is the Origin of English Black Tea Economic espionage: How China is the Origin of English Black Tea 90 percent of US tea is folks drinking black tea. 

But did you know the reason Americans drink so much black tea stems from the decisions by the British Naval Fleet?

Economic espionage has been going on for centuries. So in today’s episode, we’re talking about how the British spied on China in the 17th Century helping them learn how to cultivate and sell black tea.  

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> 90 percent of US tea is folks drinking black tea. 

But did you know the reason Americans drink so much black tea stems from the decisions by the British Naval Fleet?

Economic espionage has been going on for centuries. So in today’s episode, we’re talking about how the British spied on China in the 17th Century helping them learn how to cultivate and sell black tea.  

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11213945 Fri, 02 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400 529 full false What To Consider Before Making a Career Change What To Consider Before Making a Career Change The Great Resignation brought about the biggest employment movement since Henry Ford created the modern work day consisting of 8 hours at work, 8 hours at home, and 8 hours of sleep. 

So as we enter Q4 two years into this mad new world, CEO Wasim Munayyer is joining the show to talk about what's next for the hiring world, if now is the time to make a career change, and how work from home has changed employment forever. 

*Note: The Munayyer Group is a sponsor of Cyberly but our conversation is as genuine as they come. This is why I believe y'all will find value in this convo even if Digital Dispatch (my company) isn't involved in the terms of the Cyberly sponsorship. I am merely a facilitator of a good conversation with smart people 🙂

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The Great Resignation brought about the biggest employment movement since Henry Ford created the modern work day consisting of 8 hours at work, 8 hours at home, and 8 hours of sleep. 

So as we enter Q4 two years into this mad new world, CEO Wasim Munayyer is joining the show to talk about what's next for the hiring world, if now is the time to make a career change, and how work from home has changed employment forever. 

*Note: The Munayyer Group is a sponsor of Cyberly but our conversation is as genuine as they come. This is why I believe y'all will find value in this convo even if Digital Dispatch (my company) isn't involved in the terms of the Cyberly sponsorship. I am merely a facilitator of a good conversation with smart people 🙂

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11213924 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1163 full false The Problem with SEO Strategy in Freight The Problem with SEO Strategy in Freight Most SEO strategy in freight stinks. So in this episode, we're going to break down why the current system isn't working, what to do if you've already invested in organic SEO, and what strategies you should implement instead to get the leads your sales team really wants. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Most SEO strategy in freight stinks. So in this episode, we're going to break down why the current system isn't working, what to do if you've already invested in organic SEO, and what strategies you should implement instead to get the leads your sales team really wants. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11206717 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400 844 full false Lord of the Rings Logistics with Matthew Leffler Armchair Attorney Lord of the Rings Logistics with Matthew Leffler Armchair Attorney For as long as freight has been around, there have been legal issues needing to be rectified. And even if the story doesn’t directly impact our side of the business world, there are undoubtedly downstream effects that ultimately will affect how you do your job. 

That’s why we have Matthew Leffler joining the show to break down the biggest legal issues in freight. 

Plus we’re going to nerd out on the logistics of The Lord of the Rings. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> For as long as freight has been around, there have been legal issues needing to be rectified. And even if the story doesn’t directly impact our side of the business world, there are undoubtedly downstream effects that ultimately will affect how you do your job. 

That’s why we have Matthew Leffler joining the show to break down the biggest legal issues in freight. 

Plus we’re going to nerd out on the logistics of The Lord of the Rings. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11206685 Fri, 26 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400 2369 full false How $5 Per Month Can Keep Your Trucking Company Thriving How $5 Per Month Can Keep Your Trucking Company Thriving When you first start running a trucking company, handling the business and admin side of things is relatively simple. But when you start growing and adding more trucks to your fleet, it becomes extremely challenging to manage the necessary paperwork the government requires to keep you operating in good standing. 

In today's show, we're talking to FleetDrive360's COO Nic Sallis about how his company helps your company stay compliant and running for as little as $5 per month. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> When you first start running a trucking company, handling the business and admin side of things is relatively simple. But when you start growing and adding more trucks to your fleet, it becomes extremely challenging to manage the necessary paperwork the government requires to keep you operating in good standing. 

In today's show, we're talking to FleetDrive360's COO Nic Sallis about how his company helps your company stay compliant and running for as little as $5 per month. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11168677 Fri, 26 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400 920 full false Study Reveals Marketing Ideas That Shippers Won't Hate Study Reveals Marketing Ideas That Shippers Won't Hate One of the top-three podcast episodes we've ever published was a 2020 study revealing the tactics sales teams need to adopt to approach shippers. 

The reason this episode was so popular is that it's one of the few resources carriers and brokers have with communication and marketing preferences straight from the mouths of 100 shippers. 

The study by Logistics Marketing Advisors is released every two years so in today's episode, we're reviewing allllllll the things brokers and carriers need to be aware of as they set up their sales and marketing initiatives. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> One of the top-three podcast episodes we've ever published was a 2020 study revealing the tactics sales teams need to adopt to approach shippers. 

The reason this episode was so popular is that it's one of the few resources carriers and brokers have with communication and marketing preferences straight from the mouths of 100 shippers. 

The study by Logistics Marketing Advisors is released every two years so in today's episode, we're reviewing allllllll the things brokers and carriers need to be aware of as they set up their sales and marketing initiatives. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11168650 Tue, 23 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1245 full false Accounting Tips For Your Trucking Company Accounting Tips For Your Trucking Company If you’re like me, hearing the word "accounting” is enough to make you want to take a nap. But this aspect of running a freight company is vitally important to keeping your business open and running smoothly. 

In today's show, we’re talking to the folks who help us optimize the unsexy parts of running a freight company with DeNisha Gray from TranspoCFO to talk about accounting best practices for your trucking company.

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> If you’re like me, hearing the word "accounting” is enough to make you want to take a nap. But this aspect of running a freight company is vitally important to keeping your business open and running smoothly. 

In today's show, we’re talking to the folks who help us optimize the unsexy parts of running a freight company with DeNisha Gray from TranspoCFO to talk about accounting best practices for your trucking company.

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11168553 Sat, 20 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400 985 full false How to Market Your Company Like a Sports Team How to Market Your Company Like a Sports Team How to market your company like a sports team

Most of us think of B2B marketing as "boring." Especially in the world of logistics where many marketing campaigns are just copycats and snoozefest. 

Because I have a background in freight and sports, I'd like to share 4 tips from sports to spice up your bland marketing plans. 

Links from the show: 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> How to market your company like a sports team

Most of us think of B2B marketing as "boring." Especially in the world of logistics where many marketing campaigns are just copycats and snoozefest. 

Because I have a background in freight and sports, I'd like to share 4 tips from sports to spice up your bland marketing plans. 

Links from the show: 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11129407 Tue, 16 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400 917 full false The Logistics of Getting a Football Team The Logistics of Getting a Football Team The logistics of getting an NFL team

When the city of Jacksonville was awarded an NFL franchise, many folks believed it was a fly-by-night decision. 

But it was a plan decades in the making. 

On this episode, we're breaking down all the relationship-building and chess moves made by a group of leaders in Jacksonville who saw a bigger picture for the city. They laid the groundwork that eventually brought an NFL team to town and how it's impacted the community now that the Jaguars have inducted their first player into the Hall of Fame. 

Show links: 

  • Watch DESTINY the full story of how Jacksonville landed the Jaguars

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The logistics of getting an NFL team

When the city of Jacksonville was awarded an NFL franchise, many folks believed it was a fly-by-night decision. 

But it was a plan decades in the making. 

On this episode, we're breaking down all the relationship-building and chess moves made by a group of leaders in Jacksonville who saw a bigger picture for the city. They laid the groundwork that eventually brought an NFL team to town and how it's impacted the community now that the Jaguars have inducted their first player into the Hall of Fame. 

Show links: 

  • Watch DESTINY the full story of how Jacksonville landed the Jaguars

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11129368 Sun, 14 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400 898 full false The Story of JAXPORT The Story of JAXPORT The story of JAXPORT

Have you ever wondered how a city gets a port? Who maintains it? What happens after a port is constructed? 

We're answering all of those questions on today's episode with Chelsea Kavanagh, Senior Director of Communications at JAXPORT where they handle an impressive amount of freight spanning across several terminals. 

Show Links: 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The story of JAXPORT

Have you ever wondered how a city gets a port? Who maintains it? What happens after a port is constructed? 

We're answering all of those questions on today's episode with Chelsea Kavanagh, Senior Director of Communications at JAXPORT where they handle an impressive amount of freight spanning across several terminals. 

Show Links: 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11128362 Fri, 12 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0400 1628 full false Getting access to benefits packages in trucking Getting access to benefits packages in trucking Offering benefits in the trucking industry is usually reserved for big companies. But Zach Swartzendruber is aiming to change that with his family-run operation, Benefits for Trucking. 

No matter if you're a single person LLC or a small fleet, Zach has spent the better part of his life making sure that you have access to health benefits. In this episode, Zach is breaking down all the things that businesses and self-employed folks need to know before they start exploring the world of health benefits. 

  • Connect with Zach Swartzendruber on Linkedin
  • Check out the Benefits for Trucking website

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

zach@benefitsfortrucking.com 

I’d like to introduce you to Zach Swartzendruber, President at Benefits for Trucking: https://www.benefitsfortrucking.com/

 

They have some amazing offerings for owner operators and small fleets.

https://hello.dubsado.com:443/public/form/view/62d87c8d6df5a93317e1c1dc

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Offering benefits in the trucking industry is usually reserved for big companies. But Zach Swartzendruber is aiming to change that with his family-run operation, Benefits for Trucking. 

No matter if you're a single person LLC or a small fleet, Zach has spent the better part of his life making sure that you have access to health benefits. In this episode, Zach is breaking down all the things that businesses and self-employed folks need to know before they start exploring the world of health benefits. 

  • Connect with Zach Swartzendruber on Linkedin
  • Check out the Benefits for Trucking website

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

zach@benefitsfortrucking.com 

I’d like to introduce you to Zach Swartzendruber, President at Benefits for Trucking: https://www.benefitsfortrucking.com/

 

They have some amazing offerings for owner operators and small fleets.

https://hello.dubsado.com:443/public/form/view/62d87c8d6df5a93317e1c1dc

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11051324 Tue, 09 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400 962 full false The Biggest Marketing Challenges in Freight The Biggest Marketing Challenges in Freight Marketing and sales in freight are having a challenging time. Not only are we facing a recession and coming to grips with new B2B buying methods but these our roles are becoming more demanding with a limited budget. 

How are freight companies managing these challenges? That's why we have Sol de Naples founder Jill Schmieg on the show to break down how her clients are combatting the challenges every small marketing team is currently facing. From hiring to responsibility, Jill breaks down the things you need to keep on your radar to stay ahead of the game. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Marketing and sales in freight are having a challenging time. Not only are we facing a recession and coming to grips with new B2B buying methods but these our roles are becoming more demanding with a limited budget. 

How are freight companies managing these challenges? That's why we have Sol de Naples founder Jill Schmieg on the show to break down how her clients are combatting the challenges every small marketing team is currently facing. From hiring to responsibility, Jill breaks down the things you need to keep on your radar to stay ahead of the game. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11050404 Sun, 07 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1141 full false Freight Tech's Digital Marketing Strategy Freight Tech's Digital Marketing Strategy In our previous episodes, we’ve covered the digital marketing tactics for the nation’s top 3PLs and carriers—but what about the freight tech space?

Freight tech arguably has a stronger focus on media, marketing, and its website so we’re going to analyze some of the companies at the top so the SMBs can learn how to replicate their strategies.

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In our previous episodes, we’ve covered the digital marketing tactics for the nation’s top 3PLs and carriers—but what about the freight tech space?

Freight tech arguably has a stronger focus on media, marketing, and its website so we’re going to analyze some of the companies at the top so the SMBs can learn how to replicate their strategies.

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11049166 Thu, 04 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1198 full false The Government Contracting Side of Trucking The Government Contracting Side of Trucking For a lot of us who work in freight, we know about the relationship between carriers, shippers, and brokers. But very few talk about the government contracting side of freight--which can be incredibly demanding but also lucrative.

Joining us for a second time is the amazing Melanie Patterson who is the Founder and Managing Director of Team Integrity Knowledge Center she's going to break down the in's and out's of the government contracting side of freight and how carriers can get in on the action. 

  • Connect with Melanie Patterson on Linkedin 
  • Follow Team Integrity Knowledge Center on Instagram and their website. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> For a lot of us who work in freight, we know about the relationship between carriers, shippers, and brokers. But very few talk about the government contracting side of freight--which can be incredibly demanding but also lucrative.

Joining us for a second time is the amazing Melanie Patterson who is the Founder and Managing Director of Team Integrity Knowledge Center she's going to break down the in's and out's of the government contracting side of freight and how carriers can get in on the action. 

  • Connect with Melanie Patterson on Linkedin 
  • Follow Team Integrity Knowledge Center on Instagram and their website. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11032840 Tue, 02 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400 864 full false How a Logistics Recruiting Agency Works with Munayyer Group How a Logistics Recruiting Agency Works with Munayyer Group For two years we've heard about the evolution of work with workers largely dictating the new terms. But as the economy continues to evolve what does the current job landscape look like? Is now a good time to be looking for a job? How do you develop a relationship with a recruiter? All of these questions and more as we chat with Wasim Munayyer, CEO and owner of the Munayyer Group, who helps logistics and technology companies find talent. 

  • Connect with Wasim Munayyer on LinkedIn. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Disclosure: The Munayyer Group is a sponsor of Cyberly--which is where this segment comes from. Go show them some love so we can keep bringing you these awesome conversations! 

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ad reads: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qfLonVH4A488H5bcQHyPtVIxxFHVMS0EbT3mJq5f2ss/edit

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> For two years we've heard about the evolution of work with workers largely dictating the new terms. But as the economy continues to evolve what does the current job landscape look like? Is now a good time to be looking for a job? How do you develop a relationship with a recruiter? All of these questions and more as we chat with Wasim Munayyer, CEO and owner of the Munayyer Group, who helps logistics and technology companies find talent. 

  • Connect with Wasim Munayyer on LinkedIn. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Disclosure: The Munayyer Group is a sponsor of Cyberly--which is where this segment comes from. Go show them some love so we can keep bringing you these awesome conversations! 

assets: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1bj8JAkPD-RebT2KEudjsC1AhR4cx9d-7?usp=sharing

ad reads: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qfLonVH4A488H5bcQHyPtVIxxFHVMS0EbT3mJq5f2ss/edit

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11032356 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400 928 full false The Logistics of Lipstick The Logistics of Lipstick You might have witnessed a viral video going around that showed a man in the jungle harvesting tiny beatles into a red paste. 

Turns out that red paste is used to make red lipstick and is also the main ingredient for red food coloring. 

In today's episode, we're diving into that process of lipstick making along with the challenges lipstick brands are facing on the manufacturing and distribution side of things---which plays right into another fun fact you'll learn which is the Lipstick Index. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> You might have witnessed a viral video going around that showed a man in the jungle harvesting tiny beatles into a red paste. 

Turns out that red paste is used to make red lipstick and is also the main ingredient for red food coloring. 

In today's episode, we're diving into that process of lipstick making along with the challenges lipstick brands are facing on the manufacturing and distribution side of things---which plays right into another fun fact you'll learn which is the Lipstick Index. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11032183 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400 732 full false How the Top 3PLs Treat Digital Marketing How the Top 3PLs Treat Digital Marketing On last week’s show we talked about the digital marketing strategies for the top carriers in the US–so this week we’re doing the same for 3PLs. 

By looking at their websites and social media, we can get a good idea of how these companies strategize their marketing efforts so you can apply what works for you to your own company.

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> On last week’s show we talked about the digital marketing strategies for the top carriers in the US–so this week we’re doing the same for 3PLs. 

By looking at their websites and social media, we can get a good idea of how these companies strategize their marketing efforts so you can apply what works for you to your own company.

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11031740 Wed, 27 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400 990 full false How Rocket Shipping Tackles Content Marketing How Rocket Shipping Tackles Content Marketing Rocket Shipping CEO Gabe Pankonin joins the show to talk about the nuances of LTL shipping, crappy TMS systems, and how the company is diving head-first into TikTok and content marketing. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Rocket Shipping CEO Gabe Pankonin joins the show to talk about the nuances of LTL shipping, crappy TMS systems, and how the company is diving head-first into TikTok and content marketing. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11006312 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1711 full false How Odyssey Logistics thinks about global marketing strategy How Odyssey Logistics thinks about global marketing strategy Most logistics companies are blessed to have one person in charge of marketing. But at Odyssey Logistics, their marketing department is not only thriving--but growing. 

That's why we're excited to have Eileen Curran, Odyssey's VP of Marketing Communications, on the show to talk about how the company embraces storytelling and evolving strategies in order to increase brand awareness around the company's global initiatives. Whether you're a one-person marketing team or on a growing team like Eileen, there are lessons to be learned at every stage of the journey that can hopefully be applied to your own strategy. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Most logistics companies are blessed to have one person in charge of marketing. But at Odyssey Logistics, their marketing department is not only thriving--but growing. 

That's why we're excited to have Eileen Curran, Odyssey's VP of Marketing Communications, on the show to talk about how the company embraces storytelling and evolving strategies in order to increase brand awareness around the company's global initiatives. Whether you're a one-person marketing team or on a growing team like Eileen, there are lessons to be learned at every stage of the journey that can hopefully be applied to your own strategy. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-11006384 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1848 full false How the Best Trucking Companies Treat Digital Marketing How the Best Trucking Companies Treat Digital Marketing There are plenty of logistics data points that industry folks love to analyze but why are there so few data points when it comes to freight marketing? Well, in today’s show we’re changing that with a first look into how 20 of the top carriers in freight treat their website and digital marketing efforts–and how your company can replicate these same tactics.

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> There are plenty of logistics data points that industry folks love to analyze but why are there so few data points when it comes to freight marketing? Well, in today’s show we’re changing that with a first look into how 20 of the top carriers in freight treat their website and digital marketing efforts–and how your company can replicate these same tactics.

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10991253 Thu, 21 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1194 full false Trucking Social Media Strategies with Magnum Transportation Trucking Social Media Strategies with Magnum Transportation Trucking Social Media Strategies with Magnum Transportation 

Social media has been around since the mid-2000s but it's still widely considered a "new" trend in freight. 

Magnum Transportation and its rockstar marketing manager, Katie McPherson, are proof of the benefits of having a creative and results-driven social strategy. 

Katie was at the Transportation Marketing and Sales Association's annual conference and she was kind enough to share some of those strategies with us.

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Trucking Social Media Strategies with Magnum Transportation 

Social media has been around since the mid-2000s but it's still widely considered a "new" trend in freight. 

Magnum Transportation and its rockstar marketing manager, Katie McPherson, are proof of the benefits of having a creative and results-driven social strategy. 

Katie was at the Transportation Marketing and Sales Association's annual conference and she was kind enough to share some of those strategies with us.

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10970140 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400 2213 full false The Story Behind Hirschbach's Graffiti-Style Branding The Story Behind Hirschbach's Graffiti-Style Branding The Story Behind Hirschbach's Graffiti-Style Branding

The Hirschbach tagline is "not your typical trucking company" and when you see one of their trucks driving down the road, you know exactly what I'm talking about. From their trucks to the company building, Hirschbach uses graffiti-style branding that draws attention in all the right ways but it's how they value their drivers that keeps that attention from wandering elsewhere.

Established in 1935 with more than 85 years in the industry, they know a thing or two about running a recruiting department. Which is why I was stoked to sit down with marketing and social media manager Bianca Sanchez at the beautiful Gaylord Resort in Orlando, Florida. In this interview, we talk about Bianca's struggles and successes with driver recruiting along with using their website and social media content as a recruiting tool.

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The Story Behind Hirschbach's Graffiti-Style Branding

The Hirschbach tagline is "not your typical trucking company" and when you see one of their trucks driving down the road, you know exactly what I'm talking about. From their trucks to the company building, Hirschbach uses graffiti-style branding that draws attention in all the right ways but it's how they value their drivers that keeps that attention from wandering elsewhere.

Established in 1935 with more than 85 years in the industry, they know a thing or two about running a recruiting department. Which is why I was stoked to sit down with marketing and social media manager Bianca Sanchez at the beautiful Gaylord Resort in Orlando, Florida. In this interview, we talk about Bianca's struggles and successes with driver recruiting along with using their website and social media content as a recruiting tool.

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10945830 Thu, 14 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400 2146 full false What a Shipper Wants with The Produce Industry Podcast What a Shipper Wants with The Produce Industry Podcast What a Shipper Wants with The Produce Industry Podcast

Most of us in shipping know how complex the busy produce season can be. Which is why many freight brokers go above and beyond to try to reach those shippers. In this episode, we're talking with citrus farm owner turned shipper turned podcaster on the complexities of shipping produce, what brokers need to know before reaching out to customers. and how The Produce Industry Podcast is making moves throughout the industry. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> What a Shipper Wants with The Produce Industry Podcast

Most of us in shipping know how complex the busy produce season can be. Which is why many freight brokers go above and beyond to try to reach those shippers. In this episode, we're talking with citrus farm owner turned shipper turned podcaster on the complexities of shipping produce, what brokers need to know before reaching out to customers. and how The Produce Industry Podcast is making moves throughout the industry. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10943116 Tue, 12 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1650 full false How to recession-proof your marketing How to recession-proof your marketing In this Freightwaves Now mashup, I'm sharing 4 different clips from previous appearances discussing how freight companies can prepare their marketing plans now should a recession hit our industry hard. 

It's not all doom and gloom but if the last two years have taught us anything, it's that we gotta be scrappy and prioritize what's going to move the needle. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this Freightwaves Now mashup, I'm sharing 4 different clips from previous appearances discussing how freight companies can prepare their marketing plans now should a recession hit our industry hard. 

It's not all doom and gloom but if the last two years have taught us anything, it's that we gotta be scrappy and prioritize what's going to move the needle. 

Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10898640 Thu, 07 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400 2445 full false Where is the logistics industry headed? Where is the logistics industry headed? There's a lot of doubt running rampant in the markets but as logistics professionals--staying on top of those moments that can shift consumer behavior can mean the survival of your company. And what better way to stay on top of those shifts than to hear insight from some of the top companies like Loadsmart, Drive My Way, Transfix, and Knichel Logistics. 

The executives in this episode include: 

This conversation was recorded live at the Transportation Marketing and Sales Association in Orlando, Florida in June of 2022 with insights around: 

  • How each company is approaching recruiting and retaining top talent within the company
  • How to maintain processes and vision when everyone is shifting how and where they work
  • Getting more budget and resources by building a business case for the CEO to invest
  • How sales and marketing roles within each company are evolving and becoming more strategic

It's a great panel so S/O to the TMSA for letting me moderate and allowing me to share that insight with you today. You can learn more about the TMSA by visiting: https://www.tmsatoday.org/



Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> There's a lot of doubt running rampant in the markets but as logistics professionals--staying on top of those moments that can shift consumer behavior can mean the survival of your company. And what better way to stay on top of those shifts than to hear insight from some of the top companies like Loadsmart, Drive My Way, Transfix, and Knichel Logistics. 

The executives in this episode include: 

This conversation was recorded live at the Transportation Marketing and Sales Association in Orlando, Florida in June of 2022 with insights around: 

  • How each company is approaching recruiting and retaining top talent within the company
  • How to maintain processes and vision when everyone is shifting how and where they work
  • Getting more budget and resources by building a business case for the CEO to invest
  • How sales and marketing roles within each company are evolving and becoming more strategic

It's a great panel so S/O to the TMSA for letting me moderate and allowing me to share that insight with you today. You can learn more about the TMSA by visiting: https://www.tmsatoday.org/



Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10898280 Tue, 05 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400 3765 full false BTS of the 'Everything is Logistics' podcast name change BTS of the 'Everything is Logistics' podcast name change Welcome to the new show name, Everything Is Logistics!

In this episode, I'm breaking down the how's and the why's of this new name change so you know why the hell new podcast show art popped up without warning.

So come take a peek behind the curtain of the rebranding of the Digital Dispatch podcast into Everything is Logistics. We're talking about all the reasonings behind the decision, how you can avoid some of these same mistakes, and what you can expect from the show in the future. 


Correction: I said during this episode that I started the Digital Dispatch podcast in November of 2019 and started Cyberly in 2020. It was actually Nov 2020 for the Digital Dispatch podcast launch and 2021 that Cyberly launched.


Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Welcome to the new show name, Everything Is Logistics!

In this episode, I'm breaking down the how's and the why's of this new name change so you know why the hell new podcast show art popped up without warning.

So come take a peek behind the curtain of the rebranding of the Digital Dispatch podcast into Everything is Logistics. We're talking about all the reasonings behind the decision, how you can avoid some of these same mistakes, and what you can expect from the show in the future. 


Correction: I said during this episode that I started the Digital Dispatch podcast in November of 2019 and started Cyberly in 2020. It was actually Nov 2020 for the Digital Dispatch podcast launch and 2021 that Cyberly launched.


Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve, founder of Digital Dispatch where we help freight companies get online and grow. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-10857885 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1664 full false Grace Sharkey's One-Woman Content Marketing Strategy Grace Sharkey's One-Woman Content Marketing Strategy I don't know how else to say it but Grace Sharkey is legitimately one of the most hard-working people in all of freight. 

She writes. She hosts shows. She also cohosts and does guest appearances on shows like Cyberly. And when she's not doing all of that, she's hosting a radio show 5 days a week. 

How does this former freight broker turned c-suite leader now creator do it all? Well, she breaks it down for us in this interview live from Freightwaves The Future of Supply Chain. 

Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> I don't know how else to say it but Grace Sharkey is legitimately one of the most hard-working people in all of freight. 

She writes. She hosts shows. She also cohosts and does guest appearances on shows like Cyberly. And when she's not doing all of that, she's hosting a radio show 5 days a week. 

How does this former freight broker turned c-suite leader now creator do it all? Well, she breaks it down for us in this interview live from Freightwaves The Future of Supply Chain. 

Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10832306 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1636 full false Prepping For Cybersecurity Threats Prepping For Cybersecurity Threats Every day it feels like we hear about a new cyber security attack affecting every part of our daily lives and how we work. But how are companies treating security threats and what can we do to prevent future attacks? Cybersecurity expert James McQuiggan joins the show to break down what we do for prevention and how to recover quickly when, not if, a cyber-attack affects your company.. 

Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

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jmcquiggan@knowbe4.com

question ideas after State of Cybersecurity twitter space with 

  • colonial pipeline was caused by an old employee login that wasn't canceled and was 3 days away from bringing the US economy to its knees 
  • ransomware attacks are down because of sanctions-- nicole perlroth who use to cover cyber chaos at the new york times
  • private security vs. government protection. is there collaboration there or is it "you're on your own"
  • 85% of our public infrastructure networks are in private hands so the government relies on these private companies to help and alert them. historically there hasn't been a lot of sharing between public companies and the gov but that's changing 
  • Log4J vulnerability
  • What are you focusing your attention on cyber security-wise in the next 6-12 months?
  • Is SMS authentication good anymore with "sim swapping?"
  • How dangerous are our regular accounts like Netflix, social media, door dash, etc...Use different emails for different sites? Long complex passwords? Two factor authentication that isn't SMS?

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Every day it feels like we hear about a new cyber security attack affecting every part of our daily lives and how we work. But how are companies treating security threats and what can we do to prevent future attacks? Cybersecurity expert James McQuiggan joins the show to break down what we do for prevention and how to recover quickly when, not if, a cyber-attack affects your company.. 

Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

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jmcquiggan@knowbe4.com

question ideas after State of Cybersecurity twitter space with 

  • colonial pipeline was caused by an old employee login that wasn't canceled and was 3 days away from bringing the US economy to its knees 
  • ransomware attacks are down because of sanctions-- nicole perlroth who use to cover cyber chaos at the new york times
  • private security vs. government protection. is there collaboration there or is it "you're on your own"
  • 85% of our public infrastructure networks are in private hands so the government relies on these private companies to help and alert them. historically there hasn't been a lot of sharing between public companies and the gov but that's changing 
  • Log4J vulnerability
  • What are you focusing your attention on cyber security-wise in the next 6-12 months?
  • Is SMS authentication good anymore with "sim swapping?"
  • How dangerous are our regular accounts like Netflix, social media, door dash, etc...Use different emails for different sites? Long complex passwords? Two factor authentication that isn't SMS?

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10825516 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400 2700 full false Shipping Brine Shrimp with Mary O'Connell Shipping Brine Shrimp with Mary O'Connell Shipping Brine Shrimp with Mary O'Connell

In our ongoing road series, Blythe sits down with Freightwaves creator and host, Mary O'Connell at The Future of Supply Chain conference. 

Mary was a freight broker for years who joined Freightwaves and created the show and email newsletter, Check Call. In this episode, she shares her journey into freight, the wild 3PL stories she gets to share, and even how her sister is exploring the logistics of brine shrimp. 

It's a super fun conversation with one of the most interesting creators in freight. 

Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Shipping Brine Shrimp with Mary O'Connell

In our ongoing road series, Blythe sits down with Freightwaves creator and host, Mary O'Connell at The Future of Supply Chain conference. 

Mary was a freight broker for years who joined Freightwaves and created the show and email newsletter, Check Call. In this episode, she shares her journey into freight, the wild 3PL stories she gets to share, and even how her sister is exploring the logistics of brine shrimp. 

It's a super fun conversation with one of the most interesting creators in freight. 

Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10800236 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400 2493 full false Logistics Marketing Trends After TMSA's Annual Conference Logistics Marketing Trends After TMSA's Annual Conference The Transportation Marketing and Sales Association held its annual conference in early June so after attending, I thought I'd share some of my top takeaways from talking to everyone from CMO's to the front-line marketers.

In fairness, this was my first TMSA event and I had no idea what to expect. But everything from the location to the conversations blew me away.  I don't feel like I'm so alone as a freight marketer anymore and that is exactly what the TMSA provides--a community to build your personal brand and learn what works for other companies in hopes it might work for yours, too. 


Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The Transportation Marketing and Sales Association held its annual conference in early June so after attending, I thought I'd share some of my top takeaways from talking to everyone from CMO's to the front-line marketers.

In fairness, this was my first TMSA event and I had no idea what to expect. But everything from the location to the conversations blew me away.  I don't feel like I'm so alone as a freight marketer anymore and that is exactly what the TMSA provides--a community to build your personal brand and learn what works for other companies in hopes it might work for yours, too. 


Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10775416 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1799 full false Making Marketing Analytics Actionable Making Marketing Analytics Actionable Internet marketing as been around since…well….the internet. And for years we’ve been told to use certain tools because of the powerful data it provides. But too often we set these reports up, and have them sent to our inboxes, only to say to ourselves, “That’s great but what do I do now?” 

That’s what we’re diving into with today’s show by helping to make sense of the next steps after you look at your marketing analytics. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Internet marketing as been around since…well….the internet. And for years we’ve been told to use certain tools because of the powerful data it provides. But too often we set these reports up, and have them sent to our inboxes, only to say to ourselves, “That’s great but what do I do now?” 

That’s what we’re diving into with today’s show by helping to make sense of the next steps after you look at your marketing analytics. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10748647 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1182 full false Preventing Cargo Crime with Overhaul Preventing Cargo Crime with Overhaul One of the more fascinating areas of freight is covering the crime aspect. Just think of hit shows and movies--you tend to notice most of the crime is being committed around a port, using semi-trucks, and sometimes, getting caught in the process. 

But how do you stop cargo crime from ever happening to begin with? By using intelligent analytics and analysts to manage risk mitigation. And that's exactly what Karin Stevens, EVP, Chief Marketing and Product at Overhaul is telling us about on today's show.

Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> One of the more fascinating areas of freight is covering the crime aspect. Just think of hit shows and movies--you tend to notice most of the crime is being committed around a port, using semi-trucks, and sometimes, getting caught in the process. 

But how do you stop cargo crime from ever happening to begin with? By using intelligent analytics and analysts to manage risk mitigation. And that's exactly what Karin Stevens, EVP, Chief Marketing and Product at Overhaul is telling us about on today's show.

Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10747867 Tue, 07 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400 929 full false Twitter vs. LinkedIn with Freightwaves CEO Craig Fuller Twitter vs. LinkedIn with Freightwaves CEO Craig Fuller In a year of creating roadshows, we but none quite like the episode we have for you today… 

While recording live at Freightwaves’ Future of Supply Chain, we invited Freightewaves CEO Craig Fuller on the show and he did not disappoint. 

Included in the global supply chain conversation, we discuss the evolving geopolitical struggles that will lead to a surge in US-based manufacturing. While that’s interesting by itself, the real star conversation of the show is Craig’s disdain for LinkedIn and praise for Twitter as a tool to connect and network with other folks within the industry. 

The conversation was so fascinating that a crowd formed around the TV stage to include laughing and clapping. It really was a fun show to be a part of--especially surrounded by folks who you've networked with using these very same platforms in question; LinkedIn and Twitter.

Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In a year of creating roadshows, we but none quite like the episode we have for you today… 

While recording live at Freightwaves’ Future of Supply Chain, we invited Freightewaves CEO Craig Fuller on the show and he did not disappoint. 

Included in the global supply chain conversation, we discuss the evolving geopolitical struggles that will lead to a surge in US-based manufacturing. While that’s interesting by itself, the real star conversation of the show is Craig’s disdain for LinkedIn and praise for Twitter as a tool to connect and network with other folks within the industry. 

The conversation was so fascinating that a crowd formed around the TV stage to include laughing and clapping. It really was a fun show to be a part of--especially surrounded by folks who you've networked with using these very same platforms in question; LinkedIn and Twitter.

Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10727038 Fri, 03 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1620 full false Email Marketing Lessons from Shipstarter Email Marketing Lessons from Shipstarter Ken Kowal of Shipstarter has been creating content for freight companies for more than 10 years. One of his strongest offerings is email marketing so he's joining the show to list the ways you can improve your email marketing and overall content marketing strategy. 


Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Ken Kowal of Shipstarter has been creating content for freight companies for more than 10 years. One of his strongest offerings is email marketing so he's joining the show to list the ways you can improve your email marketing and overall content marketing strategy. 


Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10662273 Thu, 02 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1139 full false TikTok for 3PLs with Logistoks TikTok for 3PLs with Logistoks TikTok for 3PLs with Logistoks

Sara Graham started her TikTok on a whim and has amassed more than 13k followers sharing industry news and 3PL market conditions.

She joins the show today to talk about how other brokers can get started on Tiktok with tips and strategies to hit the ground running. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

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Name: Sara Graham

Email: saragraham7@gmail.com

Phone: 6106085510

Company Name: NFI Industries

Phonetically spell your full name (this helps me pronounce your name correctly!) 6106085510

Website URL:

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> TikTok for 3PLs with Logistoks

Sara Graham started her TikTok on a whim and has amassed more than 13k followers sharing industry news and 3PL market conditions.

She joins the show today to talk about how other brokers can get started on Tiktok with tips and strategies to hit the ground running. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/saracatherinegraham/

View lead

Name: Sara Graham

Email: saragraham7@gmail.com

Phone: 6106085510

Company Name: NFI Industries

Phonetically spell your full name (this helps me pronounce your name correctly!) 6106085510

Website URL:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10706903 Tue, 31 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1080 full false The Logistics of Tequila The Logistics of Tequila In honor of Cinco de Mayo, we took the time to dive into some fun facts about the logistics of tequila and are now giving it to you for summertime enjoyment. 

Learn where it came from, how the agave plant is harvested, how to pick out quality tequila and why you should be sipping, not shooting it. 

Listen to more of our "Logistics of" series: 


Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In honor of Cinco de Mayo, we took the time to dive into some fun facts about the logistics of tequila and are now giving it to you for summertime enjoyment. 

Learn where it came from, how the agave plant is harvested, how to pick out quality tequila and why you should be sipping, not shooting it. 

Listen to more of our "Logistics of" series: 


Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10662142 Fri, 27 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 559 full false Farm to Table Delivery Software with GetSwift Farm to Table Delivery Software with GetSwift It's no secret the pandemic changed a lot about our daily lives and that includes how and what products we purchase. 

Delivery apps have exploded but one area that was missing from those apps is a delivery solution for local farmers to sell direct to consumers utilizing the internet. 

Well, the platform GetSwift has changed all that and after using their platform for local produce and meat deliveries, I invited Tommy and Robert from Get Swift on the show to talk about their mission to solve the farm-to-table logistics problem. 


Listen to these shows next: 


Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> It's no secret the pandemic changed a lot about our daily lives and that includes how and what products we purchase. 

Delivery apps have exploded but one area that was missing from those apps is a delivery solution for local farmers to sell direct to consumers utilizing the internet. 

Well, the platform GetSwift has changed all that and after using their platform for local produce and meat deliveries, I invited Tommy and Robert from Get Swift on the show to talk about their mission to solve the farm-to-table logistics problem. 


Listen to these shows next: 


Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10662182 Thu, 26 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 808 full false How to Start Working with Freightfluencers How to Start Working with Freightfluencers We talk about the power of content marketing on this show nonstop and a lot of that conversation centers around video. 

But what if you don’t like being on camera? 

That’s where the power of UGC and freightfluencers comes into play. So in this episode, I'm gonna tell ya how to start using influencers in the freight industry aka freightfluencers. 

Listen to these shows next: 


Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> We talk about the power of content marketing on this show nonstop and a lot of that conversation centers around video. 

But what if you don’t like being on camera? 

That’s where the power of UGC and freightfluencers comes into play. So in this episode, I'm gonna tell ya how to start using influencers in the freight industry aka freightfluencers. 

Listen to these shows next: 


Digital Dispatch helps the one-person marketing team flourish. Check out our top shows to fix your website and fix your marketing. Alternatively, you can search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10662166 Tue, 24 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 950 full false Follow This 4-Part Simplified Marketing Plan Follow This 4-Part Simplified Marketing Plan With no shortage of advice roaming around the internet, it can be challenging to sort through the pathway to start marketing your freight company online. 

So in this episode, we're breaking down a simplified approach to marketing your freight company online. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> With no shortage of advice roaming around the internet, it can be challenging to sort through the pathway to start marketing your freight company online. 

So in this episode, we're breaking down a simplified approach to marketing your freight company online. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10621397 Fri, 20 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 625 full false Creating an Ethical Company Culture Creating an Ethical Company Culture Emily Miner is a senior advisor for LRN Corporation, an E&C advisory and education company -- 50% of their clients are in the manufacturing space. They focus on ethics and compliance but have broadened to do fascinating research on how manufacturers can create more sustainable cultures that build employee loyalty and entice people to choose to work in the industrial space.

According to the National Association of Manufacturers, 2.1 million jobs in the industry could go unfilled by 2030. This underscores a stark reality: There’s a growing labor shortage that extends well beyond the pains of the pandemic. 

A few takeaways from their research:

  • There's a big disconnect between management and production employees: The biggest area of concern is that production employees feel more pressure to achieve short-term objectives, even if it means acting unethically 
  • One in three employees surveyed observed misconduct in manufacturing, which is actually slightly less than the overall average across other industries
  • Corporate employees and production team members differ greatly on their comfort level in speaking up on misconduct: 74% of corporate employees in the manufacturing space would be comfortable reporting unethical behavior to a manager while only 57% of production employees
  • A Pandemic Paradox exists. While management heralds frontline employees as heroes, line workers aren’t feeling the love 

In this episode, Emily is helping to break all these data points down in hopes that more businesses, enterprise and SMB's, can learn how to start and monitor the happiness level of their employees to help retain them longer and avoid continuous hiring issues. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Emily Miner is a senior advisor for LRN Corporation, an E&C advisory and education company -- 50% of their clients are in the manufacturing space. They focus on ethics and compliance but have broadened to do fascinating research on how manufacturers can create more sustainable cultures that build employee loyalty and entice people to choose to work in the industrial space.

According to the National Association of Manufacturers, 2.1 million jobs in the industry could go unfilled by 2030. This underscores a stark reality: There’s a growing labor shortage that extends well beyond the pains of the pandemic. 

A few takeaways from their research:

  • There's a big disconnect between management and production employees: The biggest area of concern is that production employees feel more pressure to achieve short-term objectives, even if it means acting unethically 
  • One in three employees surveyed observed misconduct in manufacturing, which is actually slightly less than the overall average across other industries
  • Corporate employees and production team members differ greatly on their comfort level in speaking up on misconduct: 74% of corporate employees in the manufacturing space would be comfortable reporting unethical behavior to a manager while only 57% of production employees
  • A Pandemic Paradox exists. While management heralds frontline employees as heroes, line workers aren’t feeling the love 

In this episode, Emily is helping to break all these data points down in hopes that more businesses, enterprise and SMB's, can learn how to start and monitor the happiness level of their employees to help retain them longer and avoid continuous hiring issues. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10621307 Thu, 19 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1293 full false Synergy Diesel Efficiency with ExxonMobil Synergy Diesel Efficiency with ExxonMobil Have you ever wondered how a fuel company gets the word out about a new offering? Well, Austin Johansen, Fleet Sales and Marketing Manager for ExxonMobil joins the show to tell us how they got (and continue) to get the word out to carriers and fleet owners about their new Synergy Diesel Efficient program--and the big cost savings the program provides.


Check out these shows next: 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Have you ever wondered how a fuel company gets the word out about a new offering? Well, Austin Johansen, Fleet Sales and Marketing Manager for ExxonMobil joins the show to tell us how they got (and continue) to get the word out to carriers and fleet owners about their new Synergy Diesel Efficient program--and the big cost savings the program provides.


Check out these shows next: 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10621277 Tue, 17 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 865 full false Transportation Marketing and Sales Association Transportation Marketing and Sales Association The Transportation Marketing and Sales Association has been around for nearly 100-years and it's safe to see they've seen a lot of evolution over that time. 

How does an association continue to evolve especially in the world of digital marketing and sales? TMSA's Executive Director Jennifer Karpus-Romain joins the show to tell us how she’s revamping a nearly century-old association to bring it into the modern age. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The Transportation Marketing and Sales Association has been around for nearly 100-years and it's safe to see they've seen a lot of evolution over that time. 

How does an association continue to evolve especially in the world of digital marketing and sales? TMSA's Executive Director Jennifer Karpus-Romain joins the show to tell us how she’s revamping a nearly century-old association to bring it into the modern age. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10602901 Thu, 12 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 964 full false 6 Ways To Master Content Distribution 6 Ways To Master Content Distribution ready to upload. just need to find a good schedule date to publish

6 Steps to Master Content Distribution in Freight

We all know content marketing is important, but if you’re kicking your feet up after you hit publish, then you’re doing it all wrong. In today’s show, we’re breaking down how to master the distribution side of content marketing to make sure all of your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> ready to upload. just need to find a good schedule date to publish

6 Steps to Master Content Distribution in Freight

We all know content marketing is important, but if you’re kicking your feet up after you hit publish, then you’re doing it all wrong. In today’s show, we’re breaking down how to master the distribution side of content marketing to make sure all of your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10589142 Tue, 10 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Freight Photos That Don't Suck Freight Photos That Don't Suck A powerful quote that’s always stood out to me in marketing is, “The creative is the variable to success.” 

So today I’m teaching freight companies how to stop using those terrible photoshop images and instead, give tips on how to hire a photographer and source stock images that don’t suck.

Places to find free freight images and videos: 

Pixabay — Unsplash — Pexels — Photopin — Coverr

Listen to these shows next: 

Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> A powerful quote that’s always stood out to me in marketing is, “The creative is the variable to success.” 

So today I’m teaching freight companies how to stop using those terrible photoshop images and instead, give tips on how to hire a photographer and source stock images that don’t suck.

Places to find free freight images and videos: 

Pixabay — Unsplash — Pexels — Photopin — Coverr

Listen to these shows next: 

Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10567284 Fri, 06 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1170 full false Medical Shipping with Pearl Trans Medical Shipping with Pearl Trans Medical Shipping with Pearl Trans

When I first started looking for logistics companies on social media, one of the first ones that stood out was Pearl Trans. 

Their purple branding and the modern approach appealed to me so I gave them a follow. Fast forward a handful of years and I get the pleasure of interviewing the company's CEO and founder, Lorena Camargo. 

Lorena joins the show to talk about how she approached branding her company in logistics and the intricacies of medical shipments. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Medical Shipping with Pearl Trans

When I first started looking for logistics companies on social media, one of the first ones that stood out was Pearl Trans. 

Their purple branding and the modern approach appealed to me so I gave them a follow. Fast forward a handful of years and I get the pleasure of interviewing the company's CEO and founder, Lorena Camargo. 

Lorena joins the show to talk about how she approached branding her company in logistics and the intricacies of medical shipments. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10559851 Thu, 05 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1131 full false Branding Your Freight Company Branding Your Freight Company Since tradeshows were put on hold in 2020, the majority of the logistics community was forced to network online. 

But over the last two years, we've been able to witness a rise in personal branding and freight marketing. Therefore it was rad to be invited back on Kinectic's The Logistics of Marketing webinar series to talk about branding and everything that goes into that part of your marketing strategy. 

Also on this episode is Paul-Bernard Jaroslawski, owner and creator of the popular Freight Caviar Instagram and podcast plus Nick and Zach from the Kinectic team. 

Follow Kinectic, the hosts of The Logistics of Marketing, on Linkedin to find out about future live events like this one. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Since tradeshows were put on hold in 2020, the majority of the logistics community was forced to network online. 

But over the last two years, we've been able to witness a rise in personal branding and freight marketing. Therefore it was rad to be invited back on Kinectic's The Logistics of Marketing webinar series to talk about branding and everything that goes into that part of your marketing strategy. 

Also on this episode is Paul-Bernard Jaroslawski, owner and creator of the popular Freight Caviar Instagram and podcast plus Nick and Zach from the Kinectic team. 

Follow Kinectic, the hosts of The Logistics of Marketing, on Linkedin to find out about future live events like this one. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10547493 Tue, 03 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 3913 full false BTS of Freightwaves Events with Haley Fazio BTS of Freightwaves Events with Haley Fazio Have you ever wondered what goes into the massive production that is a Freightwaves Virtual or Live event? Well, the woman in charge of making sure those events happen joins the show to talk all about it. 

Haley Fazio is giving us the behind-the-scenes look at what it's taken to move the infamous in-person Freightwaves events to virtual--which will evolve into a hybrid approach. Come May of 2022, Freightwaves is set to bring their first in-person conference back since 2019 and Haley is dishing all about why they chose Rogers, Arkansas as the place to do it. 

Links from the show: 

 Listen to these shows next: 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Have you ever wondered what goes into the massive production that is a Freightwaves Virtual or Live event? Well, the woman in charge of making sure those events happen joins the show to talk all about it. 

Haley Fazio is giving us the behind-the-scenes look at what it's taken to move the infamous in-person Freightwaves events to virtual--which will evolve into a hybrid approach. Come May of 2022, Freightwaves is set to bring their first in-person conference back since 2019 and Haley is dishing all about why they chose Rogers, Arkansas as the place to do it. 

Links from the show: 

 Listen to these shows next: 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10495945 Fri, 29 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 974 full false How To Stop Annoying Your Website Visitors How To Stop Annoying Your Website Visitors When we build online, the last thing we want to do is annoy the very people we’re trying to attract. So in today’s show, we’re talking about the ways you’re annoying your website visitors so you can create a pathway to conversion. 

Listen to these shows next: 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> When we build online, the last thing we want to do is annoy the very people we’re trying to attract. So in today’s show, we’re talking about the ways you’re annoying your website visitors so you can create a pathway to conversion. 

Listen to these shows next: 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10495932 Wed, 27 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 930 full false Can Elon Musk Fix The Content Moderation Problem? Can Elon Musk Fix The Content Moderation Problem? Free speech is an essential part of a functioning democracy and with billionaire Elon Musk's bid to purchase Twitter--the platform where that free speech should be taking place--we're exploring the little-known and difficult to deal with problem of content moderation.

It’s never been easier to create content online. But with millions of uploads every second of the day, and an influx of spam and bot tactics on the rise, today's episode is diving into the difficulties of content moderation in order to prevent misinformation and hateful content from spreading throughout the internet. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Free speech is an essential part of a functioning democracy and with billionaire Elon Musk's bid to purchase Twitter--the platform where that free speech should be taking place--we're exploring the little-known and difficult to deal with problem of content moderation.

It’s never been easier to create content online. But with millions of uploads every second of the day, and an influx of spam and bot tactics on the rise, today's episode is diving into the difficulties of content moderation in order to prevent misinformation and hateful content from spreading throughout the internet. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10495659 Mon, 25 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1372 full false What to Know Before You Outsource Your Marketing with Hawke Media What to Know Before You Outsource Your Marketing with Hawke Media We speak a lot on this show about helping the one-person marketing teams. But I believe it's important to also learn from the other big marketing agencies, too. 

In this episode, we're joined by Hawke Media founder and author Erik Huberman. His agency helps companies outsource their marketing--and it's working like crazy. With locations all over the globe, they've been able to help more than 3,000 companies establish and exceed their marketing goals. 

Erik joins the show to talk all about it plus tell us about his new book, The Hawke Method, to help SMBs with the most important marketing strategies. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> We speak a lot on this show about helping the one-person marketing teams. But I believe it's important to also learn from the other big marketing agencies, too. 

In this episode, we're joined by Hawke Media founder and author Erik Huberman. His agency helps companies outsource their marketing--and it's working like crazy. With locations all over the globe, they've been able to help more than 3,000 companies establish and exceed their marketing goals. 

Erik joins the show to talk all about it plus tell us about his new book, The Hawke Method, to help SMBs with the most important marketing strategies. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10459094 Thu, 21 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1440 full false How Loadsmart is Adding Automation to Freight How Loadsmart is Adding Automation to Freight Loadsmart is a freight tech company that's been operating since 2014 with a big API focus-especially with TMS platforms. 

For those unaware, API is essentially a data connection between two sources that usually has the goal of making a process more streamlined. With how fragmented many sectors of our supply chain have and currently still are--adopting more AI use cases could have a profound benefit. 

Loadsmart is using more and more AI technology and applying it to freight in order to automate how truckload and intermodal freight are priced, booked, and shipped.

In today's conversation, we're chatting with Loadsmart's VP of account management, Ben Buchanan on how the company is leveraging this technology as well as adapting to a new hybrid work model. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Loadsmart is a freight tech company that's been operating since 2014 with a big API focus-especially with TMS platforms. 

For those unaware, API is essentially a data connection between two sources that usually has the goal of making a process more streamlined. With how fragmented many sectors of our supply chain have and currently still are--adopting more AI use cases could have a profound benefit. 

Loadsmart is using more and more AI technology and applying it to freight in order to automate how truckload and intermodal freight are priced, booked, and shipped.

In today's conversation, we're chatting with Loadsmart's VP of account management, Ben Buchanan on how the company is leveraging this technology as well as adapting to a new hybrid work model. 

Listen to these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10386610 Tue, 19 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1499 full false The Logistics of Calypso Lemonade The Logistics of Calypso Lemonade Are you a big lemonade person?

What about juice in general?

Well if you fall into either of those categories or just a fan of company success stories--then I've got a good one for ya today with the logistics of Calypso Lemonade. 

In this episode, John Jares, COO of Calypso Lemonade joins the show to talk about the growth and transportation strategy of the 20-year-old brand. 

Check out some of these other fun facts from the Calypso team: 

  • In June, Calypso reported a more than 50% sales increase during the first half of 2021. These numbers follow a record year of explosive 62% growth in 2020 and come on the heels of a successful 2019 for Calypso, which saw a 33% growth and category-leading sales velocity in its core line of flavored lemonades.
  • Calypso Lights are now being sold in more than 7,000 outlets nationally with distribution building daily-- are available at retailers nationwide including Walmart, Kroger, Wawa, and more
  • Calypso is now the second largest player in the shelf stable lemonade category, representing 75% of category growth, surpassing Lipton Brisk

Links from the show: 


Calypso Lemonade Company Overview

The original, and now famous, Calypso Lemonade recipe was created in 1985 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, by the owner of the King Juice Company. The idea was simple – make an authentic, delicious lemonade made with real lemons and real sugar. We made the lemonade in small batches and delivered it locally on the company truck. Through the years, our Original Lemonade grew in popularity. Bolstered by the response to our lemonade recipe, and inspired by the fruits, flavors, and spirit of The Islands, our Original Lemonade was given the name Calypso and grew into four lemonade blends. Today, Calypso Lemonade has evolved into twelve unique Lemonade combinations, four Limeades and four Lights – all of which are based on our Original Lemonade recipe. Each Calypso flavor is produced with a focus on quality – using real fruit and natural flavors.


Listen to these Digital Dispatch shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Are you a big lemonade person?

What about juice in general?

Well if you fall into either of those categories or just a fan of company success stories--then I've got a good one for ya today with the logistics of Calypso Lemonade. 

In this episode, John Jares, COO of Calypso Lemonade joins the show to talk about the growth and transportation strategy of the 20-year-old brand. 

Check out some of these other fun facts from the Calypso team: 

  • In June, Calypso reported a more than 50% sales increase during the first half of 2021. These numbers follow a record year of explosive 62% growth in 2020 and come on the heels of a successful 2019 for Calypso, which saw a 33% growth and category-leading sales velocity in its core line of flavored lemonades.
  • Calypso Lights are now being sold in more than 7,000 outlets nationally with distribution building daily-- are available at retailers nationwide including Walmart, Kroger, Wawa, and more
  • Calypso is now the second largest player in the shelf stable lemonade category, representing 75% of category growth, surpassing Lipton Brisk

Links from the show: 


Calypso Lemonade Company Overview

The original, and now famous, Calypso Lemonade recipe was created in 1985 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, by the owner of the King Juice Company. The idea was simple – make an authentic, delicious lemonade made with real lemons and real sugar. We made the lemonade in small batches and delivered it locally on the company truck. Through the years, our Original Lemonade grew in popularity. Bolstered by the response to our lemonade recipe, and inspired by the fruits, flavors, and spirit of The Islands, our Original Lemonade was given the name Calypso and grew into four lemonade blends. Today, Calypso Lemonade has evolved into twelve unique Lemonade combinations, four Limeades and four Lights – all of which are based on our Original Lemonade recipe. Each Calypso flavor is produced with a focus on quality – using real fruit and natural flavors.


Listen to these Digital Dispatch shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10412498 Thu, 14 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1796 full false From Merchant Mariner to Maritime Tech Advisor From Merchant Mariner to Maritime Tech Advisor Nick Chubb (not the running back) was a former merchant mariner who witnessed firsthand the inefficiencies of the maritime industry. After realizing how much he could help combat the challenges of innovation and data sharing, he founded and currently serves as the managing director at Thetius--a research and technology advisory firm to the maritime industry. 

Show links: 


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Nick Chubb (not the running back) was a former merchant mariner who witnessed firsthand the inefficiencies of the maritime industry. After realizing how much he could help combat the challenges of innovation and data sharing, he founded and currently serves as the managing director at Thetius--a research and technology advisory firm to the maritime industry. 

Show links: 


Listen to these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10412255 Tue, 12 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1377 full false Locomation Explains How Lidar in Trucking Works Locomation Explains How Lidar in Trucking Works This is our 4th episode talking about all of the new technology in trucking--especially when it comes to autonomous vehicles. 

But what's the story behind what's powering the ability to use these trucks on highways without sacrificing safety? 

A key aspect to getting more autonomous vehicles on the road to help with supply chain challenges is a technology called Lidar--which I've known about for a while because of the possibilities and discoveries made while using Lidar in archeology. So I was really pumped to see it being used in trucking. 

Locomation’s COO Glynn Spangenberg was kind enough to join me live while at the Manifest conference and gave us a breakdown of how lidar systems are being used on their autonomous truck--which the company says can dramatically increase capacity, improve asset utilization, and lower costs for the supply chain overall. 

Links from the show


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This is our 4th episode talking about all of the new technology in trucking--especially when it comes to autonomous vehicles. 

But what's the story behind what's powering the ability to use these trucks on highways without sacrificing safety? 

A key aspect to getting more autonomous vehicles on the road to help with supply chain challenges is a technology called Lidar--which I've known about for a while because of the possibilities and discoveries made while using Lidar in archeology. So I was really pumped to see it being used in trucking. 

Locomation’s COO Glynn Spangenberg was kind enough to join me live while at the Manifest conference and gave us a breakdown of how lidar systems are being used on their autonomous truck--which the company says can dramatically increase capacity, improve asset utilization, and lower costs for the supply chain overall. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-10370135 Sun, 10 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1471 full false The New Mainstream Media: Content Marketing Lessons from Mr. Beast The New Mainstream Media: Content Marketing Lessons from Mr. Beast Best practices. 

We hear that phrase a lot and on the internet and there’s no shortage of advice on the topic… in any industry. 

But have you taken the time to study not just what people say about best practices but how they actually get it done?

For today's episode, we're covering content marketing lessons from YouTuber, Mr. Beast. 

He was recently on an episode of the Joe Rogan podcast and it was a nearly 3-hour masterclass on content marketing, using your voice to help others and so many other tidbits of advice for the modern attention economy. 

I listened to the episode twice so here are my favorite moments that I think you all will find some value in as well. 

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Best practices. 

We hear that phrase a lot and on the internet and there’s no shortage of advice on the topic… in any industry. 

But have you taken the time to study not just what people say about best practices but how they actually get it done?

For today's episode, we're covering content marketing lessons from YouTuber, Mr. Beast. 

He was recently on an episode of the Joe Rogan podcast and it was a nearly 3-hour masterclass on content marketing, using your voice to help others and so many other tidbits of advice for the modern attention economy. 

I listened to the episode twice so here are my favorite moments that I think you all will find some value in as well. 

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10369996 Thu, 07 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 949 full false Shipper Explains What He Wished He Knew Before Working With a 3PL Shipper Explains What He Wished He Knew Before Working With a 3PL In this episode, we're breaking down a tweet thread posted by a popcorn shipper revealing what he wished he knew about working with a 3PL before he started working with them. 

Which is great insight for any brokers out there looking to ease concerns for a prospect before, during, and after the sale. 

I've got the Twitter thread linked below along with a few other episodes I think y'all would find beneficial. Since this is a quick episode today, feel free to check out the other shows for a deeper dive into similar topics. 

The Twitter thread referenced during this episode

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, we're breaking down a tweet thread posted by a popcorn shipper revealing what he wished he knew about working with a 3PL before he started working with them. 

Which is great insight for any brokers out there looking to ease concerns for a prospect before, during, and after the sale. 

I've got the Twitter thread linked below along with a few other episodes I think y'all would find beneficial. Since this is a quick episode today, feel free to check out the other shows for a deeper dive into similar topics. 

The Twitter thread referenced during this episode

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10369595 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 697 full false Growing a Freight Brokerage with Liz Wayne of Able Transport Solutions Growing a Freight Brokerage with Liz Wayne of Able Transport Solutions Running a successful freight brokerage is hard. And trying to find good talent is even harder. 

But Liz Wayne of Able Transport Solutions is making it look easy. 

In this episode, we're talking to Liz about how she's growing her brokerage business while also balancing the role of TIA board member and their Women in Logistics initiative. 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Running a successful freight brokerage is hard. And trying to find good talent is even harder. 

But Liz Wayne of Able Transport Solutions is making it look easy. 

In this episode, we're talking to Liz about how she's growing her brokerage business while also balancing the role of TIA board member and their Women in Logistics initiative. 


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10327763 Sun, 03 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1243 full false How to Save Old Trucks with Edison Motors How to Save Old Trucks with Edison Motors One of my favorite interviews to date is with today's guest Chace Barber of Edison Motors who’s creating an electric kit to help older logging/construction trucks convert to hybrid electric.

These kits are cheaper for owner-operators and SMB carriers to save on diesel, get more mileage out of their current truck, and help Mother Nature—all at the same time.

Chace's ideas and building in public on TikTok has helped him to amass more than 700 THOUSAND followers.


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> One of my favorite interviews to date is with today's guest Chace Barber of Edison Motors who’s creating an electric kit to help older logging/construction trucks convert to hybrid electric.

These kits are cheaper for owner-operators and SMB carriers to save on diesel, get more mileage out of their current truck, and help Mother Nature—all at the same time.

Chace's ideas and building in public on TikTok has helped him to amass more than 700 THOUSAND followers.


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10327648 Thu, 31 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1710 full false Getting More Women into Web3 with VenusVerse Getting More Women into Web3 with VenusVerse NFT’s, crypto, and the metaverse---yep we're talking about web3 again. 

In today’s episode, we’re chatting with one of the co-founders of VenusVerse–which is an online educational platform, incubator, and NFT collection dedicated to getting more women into the Web3 space. 

Now if you haven't caught my previous episodes on Web3 and the metaverse, it's a topic that keeps drawing me into it. 

It feels like a new digital wild west and I'm not sure if I should be going after the gold rush or be the one selling shovels. 

But in this episode, we’re covering topics of the very basics of Web3, its expanding components like NFTs, some actual present-day use cases, and how you can start exploring this new digital world. 


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> NFT’s, crypto, and the metaverse---yep we're talking about web3 again. 

In today’s episode, we’re chatting with one of the co-founders of VenusVerse–which is an online educational platform, incubator, and NFT collection dedicated to getting more women into the Web3 space. 

Now if you haven't caught my previous episodes on Web3 and the metaverse, it's a topic that keeps drawing me into it. 

It feels like a new digital wild west and I'm not sure if I should be going after the gold rush or be the one selling shovels. 

But in this episode, we’re covering topics of the very basics of Web3, its expanding components like NFTs, some actual present-day use cases, and how you can start exploring this new digital world. 


Listen to these shows next: 

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10327589 Tue, 29 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0400 2520 full false The Puppy Interview with Matt Barr of GEODIS' e-Logistics Brand The Puppy Interview with Matt Barr of GEODIS' e-Logistics Brand Depending on your affinity for dogs, you may want to hit pause, check the show notes, and open up the YouTube link to watch this particular episode instead of listening. 

Why? Because I'm joined by Matt Barr- Senior Director of Product Strategy at e-Logistics, a GEODIS brand and we're conducting this interview while half a dozen puppies crawl all over us. 

Yes, I did just say that puppies were crawling all over us during this entire conversation about the growth of e-commerce and how the e-logistics brand was established under GEODIS to cater to entrepreneurs in need of a logistics and software solution customized for them. 

You see, we conducted this interview live in Las Vegas at Manifest: The Future of Logistics conference. There was an area on the expo floor complete with a puppy lounge where Manifest partnered with a local humane society to bring in puppies each day of the conference to give folks an area to decompress from too much peopling. 

A brilliant sponsorship idea that GEODIS was smart as hell to seize the opportunity. 

It's a fun conversation that I think we hold together pretty well considering my normal reaction to this moment would be to forget any conversation and focus on puppy breath. 

All that to say you can listen to this audio version or you can check out the show notes for a link to the youtube version that has said puppies crawling all over us. Same convo just with puppies.




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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Depending on your affinity for dogs, you may want to hit pause, check the show notes, and open up the YouTube link to watch this particular episode instead of listening. 

Why? Because I'm joined by Matt Barr- Senior Director of Product Strategy at e-Logistics, a GEODIS brand and we're conducting this interview while half a dozen puppies crawl all over us. 

Yes, I did just say that puppies were crawling all over us during this entire conversation about the growth of e-commerce and how the e-logistics brand was established under GEODIS to cater to entrepreneurs in need of a logistics and software solution customized for them. 

You see, we conducted this interview live in Las Vegas at Manifest: The Future of Logistics conference. There was an area on the expo floor complete with a puppy lounge where Manifest partnered with a local humane society to bring in puppies each day of the conference to give folks an area to decompress from too much peopling. 

A brilliant sponsorship idea that GEODIS was smart as hell to seize the opportunity. 

It's a fun conversation that I think we hold together pretty well considering my normal reaction to this moment would be to forget any conversation and focus on puppy breath. 

All that to say you can listen to this audio version or you can check out the show notes for a link to the youtube version that has said puppies crawling all over us. Same convo just with puppies.




Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-10280791 Fri, 25 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0400 678 full false How Wingcopter is Planning Medical Deliveries via Drone How Wingcopter is Planning Medical Deliveries via Drone Imagine you're building a much-needed hospital in a rural area or simply, want to provide medications to an area too remote for regular deliveries. 

Historically--this has been an incredible challenge. 

But if the drone company Wingcopter has any say--they'll help to address the need for regular and speedy medical supply shipments.

In this episode, I'm joined by the company's co-founder and Chief Services Officer, Ansgar Kadura, 

on how Wingcopter is planning medical deliveries in the US via drone. 




Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Imagine you're building a much-needed hospital in a rural area or simply, want to provide medications to an area too remote for regular deliveries. 

Historically--this has been an incredible challenge. 

But if the drone company Wingcopter has any say--they'll help to address the need for regular and speedy medical supply shipments.

In this episode, I'm joined by the company's co-founder and Chief Services Officer, Ansgar Kadura, 

on how Wingcopter is planning medical deliveries in the US via drone. 




Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-10280759 Wed, 23 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0400 647 full false Freightvana's Sales and Marketing Tips for 3PLs Freightvana's Sales and Marketing Tips for 3PLs We know content marketing is an important part of the strategy of helping you stand out from your competitors. So when the newish company Freightvana came onto the scene they knew they wanted to hit the ground running with a social and branding strategy to help them raise brand awareness. 

And it’s worked like a charm. 

On today’s show is a lengthy conversation with Freightvana’s VP of Business Development Lars Ward. Having an extensive background in sales, Lars sheds some light on how quickly they’ve grown their presence online by leveraging social media. 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> We know content marketing is an important part of the strategy of helping you stand out from your competitors. So when the newish company Freightvana came onto the scene they knew they wanted to hit the ground running with a social and branding strategy to help them raise brand awareness. 

And it’s worked like a charm. 

On today’s show is a lengthy conversation with Freightvana’s VP of Business Development Lars Ward. Having an extensive background in sales, Lars sheds some light on how quickly they’ve grown their presence online by leveraging social media. 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10280722 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0400 2371 full false Charting Your Own Sales Path with Trey Griggs Charting Your Own Sales Path with Trey Griggs I've talked a lot about how the logistics community on Linkedin has really grown since COVID. 

Think about it: we were used to networking live at conferences and when that was taken away--the need to connect only grew stronger. 

That's why I was excited to finally meet sales one of those staples from that community live and in-person, Mr. Trey Griggs.

In this episode, I've got Trey telling us all about how he got into the world of sales and as a former coach, what he hopes to bring to folks with all of the new content he'll be publishing to his platforms in the coming weeks and months. 

BONUS: Immediately after our interview at Manifest, Trey asked me to join the inaugural episode of his new daily podcast, Standing Out. You can hear that interview play right after our chat--which makes for a nice well-rounded sales and marketing conversation. 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> I've talked a lot about how the logistics community on Linkedin has really grown since COVID. 

Think about it: we were used to networking live at conferences and when that was taken away--the need to connect only grew stronger. 

That's why I was excited to finally meet sales one of those staples from that community live and in-person, Mr. Trey Griggs.

In this episode, I've got Trey telling us all about how he got into the world of sales and as a former coach, what he hopes to bring to folks with all of the new content he'll be publishing to his platforms in the coming weeks and months. 

BONUS: Immediately after our interview at Manifest, Trey asked me to join the inaugural episode of his new daily podcast, Standing Out. You can hear that interview play right after our chat--which makes for a nice well-rounded sales and marketing conversation. 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10271547 Fri, 18 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0400 2938 full false Content Marketing Strategy in Freight Content Marketing Strategy in Freight In today's episode, I'm sharing a conversation with two of the best creators in freight--and also previous Digital Dispatch podcast guests, Chris Jolly and Nick Dangles. 

Jolly and I were asked by Nick to join his series on The Logistics of Marketing to talk about what goes into our content process. 

It's a candid discussion on how we started, how we reinvest and continue to evolve---plus how we think about content marketing in the world of freight.


Follow Kinectic, the hosts of The Logistics of Marketing, on Linkedin to find out about future live events like this one. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today's episode, I'm sharing a conversation with two of the best creators in freight--and also previous Digital Dispatch podcast guests, Chris Jolly and Nick Dangles. 

Jolly and I were asked by Nick to join his series on The Logistics of Marketing to talk about what goes into our content process. 

It's a candid discussion on how we started, how we reinvest and continue to evolve---plus how we think about content marketing in the world of freight.


Follow Kinectic, the hosts of The Logistics of Marketing, on Linkedin to find out about future live events like this one. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-10243772 Mon, 14 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0400 3896 full false How Rahmel Wattley Upgraded Truck N' Hustle's Content Game How Rahmel Wattley Upgraded Truck N' Hustle's Content Game There are few in trucking that create more high-quality and high-value content than Rahmel Wattley. 

He's the creator and host of Truck N' Hustle--a top-rated video podcast helping entrepreneurs get into the trucking industry and grow their operations. What I love about Rahmel is not only does he fly out to each of his interviews to conduct them in-person, with his own broadcasting equipment, but he covers all aspects of trucking in addition to semi-trucks, with every interview he conducts. 

So think last-mile vans, waste management, dump trucks, and more. 

In this episode, I'm chatting with Rahmel for the second time around to catch up on what he's learned from all the entrepreneurs he's met with since the last time we spoke--along with how he's continuing to grow his content team and raise the quality standards for content, not just for himself--but an entire industry. 


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]]> There are few in trucking that create more high-quality and high-value content than Rahmel Wattley. 

He's the creator and host of Truck N' Hustle--a top-rated video podcast helping entrepreneurs get into the trucking industry and grow their operations. What I love about Rahmel is not only does he fly out to each of his interviews to conduct them in-person, with his own broadcasting equipment, but he covers all aspects of trucking in addition to semi-trucks, with every interview he conducts. 

So think last-mile vans, waste management, dump trucks, and more. 

In this episode, I'm chatting with Rahmel for the second time around to catch up on what he's learned from all the entrepreneurs he's met with since the last time we spoke--along with how he's continuing to grow his content team and raise the quality standards for content, not just for himself--but an entire industry. 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10199564 Fri, 11 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1677 full false 5 Tips for Building Your In-House Media Program 5 Tips for Building Your In-House Media Program As more and more talent gets scooped up by freight tech companies–the media space is growing. Therefore companies should be making the choice to build their own internal media program or get left behind. 

In this episode,  I'm breaking down 5 tips on how to start a media program within your company. You don't need a huge staff or a huge budget. But you do need to invest in learning about a high-level strategy before you get an in-house media program started.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> As more and more talent gets scooped up by freight tech companies–the media space is growing. Therefore companies should be making the choice to build their own internal media program or get left behind. 

In this episode,  I'm breaking down 5 tips on how to start a media program within your company. You don't need a huge staff or a huge budget. But you do need to invest in learning about a high-level strategy before you get an in-house media program started.

Listen to these shows next: 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10199501 Wed, 09 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1436 full false Rethinking Supply Chains with Brian Aoaeh Rethinking Supply Chains with Brian Aoaeh If you spend any time on Twitter, especially on the VC or supply chain side of things, you’ve likely seen the insights of Brian Aoaeh. He coined the term, “The World is a Supply Chain” and he doesn’t just coin terms, he invests them too. With a large portion of their portfolio focusing on female and POC founder-led businesses, his company Refashioned, champions companies refashioning supply chains. 

Brian joins the show to talk about these companies, his passions, and how he’s investing in a better world for supply chain. 

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> If you spend any time on Twitter, especially on the VC or supply chain side of things, you’ve likely seen the insights of Brian Aoaeh. He coined the term, “The World is a Supply Chain” and he doesn’t just coin terms, he invests them too. With a large portion of their portfolio focusing on female and POC founder-led businesses, his company Refashioned, champions companies refashioning supply chains. 

Brian joins the show to talk about these companies, his passions, and how he’s investing in a better world for supply chain. 

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10199415 Mon, 07 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1950 full false Targeting the Autonomous Middle-Mile with Gatik Targeting the Autonomous Middle-Mile with Gatik When we talk about autonomous vehicles--it's usually referencing the first or the last mile. 

But what about the middle-mile part of a product's supply chain journey?

That's what the company Gatik hopes to solve and Head of Operations Brad Garrett was kind enough to join me to talk about just that. 

In this episode, Brad is going to break down why Gatik chose to focus on the middle-mile and the current state of the autonomous part of the trucking journey. 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> When we talk about autonomous vehicles--it's usually referencing the first or the last mile. 

But what about the middle-mile part of a product's supply chain journey?

That's what the company Gatik hopes to solve and Head of Operations Brad Garrett was kind enough to join me to talk about just that. 

In this episode, Brad is going to break down why Gatik chose to focus on the middle-mile and the current state of the autonomous part of the trucking journey. 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-10153879 Fri, 04 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500 492 full false Conference Swag That Doesn't Suck Conference Swag That Doesn't Suck If you've followed the Cyberly content or my social feeds, you know I won't shut up about Manifest: The Future of Logistics conference that was held in Vegas back at the end of January. 

Well, I got news for you because I still have a shit load of content to publish from that event--but until then I wanted to share with you all the cool swag I saw at the first big conference since COVID originally hit. 

Which side note: Did you ever think you'd miss conference swag? I actually did. A lot. So much so that I ended up having to spend a pretty penny to ship it back to my house instead of risking a luggage overage fee. 

In this episode, I'm sharing some of my favorites that may give you some ideas of what to order (or snag!) at future conferences. 

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> If you've followed the Cyberly content or my social feeds, you know I won't shut up about Manifest: The Future of Logistics conference that was held in Vegas back at the end of January. 

Well, I got news for you because I still have a shit load of content to publish from that event--but until then I wanted to share with you all the cool swag I saw at the first big conference since COVID originally hit. 

Which side note: Did you ever think you'd miss conference swag? I actually did. A lot. So much so that I ended up having to spend a pretty penny to ship it back to my house instead of risking a luggage overage fee. 

In this episode, I'm sharing some of my favorites that may give you some ideas of what to order (or snag!) at future conferences. 

WATCH THE VIDEO FROM THIS EPISODE

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-10153810 Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1054 full false Making Sense of Economics and Freight With Anthony Smith Making Sense of Economics and Freight With Anthony Smith If you've watched Freightwaves content for any length of time then you've probably seen host Anthony Smith speaking what at times can sound like a foreign language. 

You see, Anthony is usually one of the smartest guys in the room, and when he starts breaking down complex economic systems, how it ties into freight lanes and using acronyms I typically have to Google--I realized we gotta get him on the show to find out what all this shit means. 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> If you've watched Freightwaves content for any length of time then you've probably seen host Anthony Smith speaking what at times can sound like a foreign language. 

You see, Anthony is usually one of the smartest guys in the room, and when he starts breaking down complex economic systems, how it ties into freight lanes and using acronyms I typically have to Google--I realized we gotta get him on the show to find out what all this shit means. 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-10153686 Mon, 28 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1534 full false How Podcasting Helps Valley Trucking Insurance Raise Brand Awareness How Podcasting Helps Valley Trucking Insurance Raise Brand Awareness I’ve told you the story about Rick Larkin over at BCB Transport using safety content to help recruit drivers and lower his insurance premiums. 

But what about a trucking insurance firm using its podcast to tell stories and raise brand awareness? 

In this episode, Cameron Pechia, owner of Valley Trucking Insurance and co-host of Get a Load of This podcast. He’s sharing how starting the podcast has led to a greater effort in community building for his company which not only helps folks find out about his company in an organic way but also how it helps keep the customers he worked hard to get.  


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> I’ve told you the story about Rick Larkin over at BCB Transport using safety content to help recruit drivers and lower his insurance premiums. 

But what about a trucking insurance firm using its podcast to tell stories and raise brand awareness? 

In this episode, Cameron Pechia, owner of Valley Trucking Insurance and co-host of Get a Load of This podcast. He’s sharing how starting the podcast has led to a greater effort in community building for his company which not only helps folks find out about his company in an organic way but also how it helps keep the customers he worked hard to get.  


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.



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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10074745 Thu, 24 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500 920 full false The State of Autonomous Vehicles with Kodiak Robotics, Plus, and Embark Trucks The State of Autonomous Vehicles with Kodiak Robotics, Plus, and Embark Trucks You’ve likely heard of autonomous vehicles in the news when it comes to a lot of firsts–but how has AV technology improved in the last couple of years when it comes to the evolution of driver’s role in the vehicle, safety, and future adoption by carriers?

In this episode, I’m bringing you a panel I hosted in January at Manifest: The Future of Logistics. The talk explored the reality of autonomous trucking with some of the best leaders in the AV space which include: CEO and co-founder Don Burnette of Kodiak Robotics, COO and co-founder Shawn Kerrigan of Plus, and Cheif Business Officer Mike Reid of Embark Trucks.  

These are a few of the leaders in this space so if you’re looking for what the landscape looks like today, we’ve got you covered.


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> You’ve likely heard of autonomous vehicles in the news when it comes to a lot of firsts–but how has AV technology improved in the last couple of years when it comes to the evolution of driver’s role in the vehicle, safety, and future adoption by carriers?

In this episode, I’m bringing you a panel I hosted in January at Manifest: The Future of Logistics. The talk explored the reality of autonomous trucking with some of the best leaders in the AV space which include: CEO and co-founder Don Burnette of Kodiak Robotics, COO and co-founder Shawn Kerrigan of Plus, and Cheif Business Officer Mike Reid of Embark Trucks.  

These are a few of the leaders in this space so if you’re looking for what the landscape looks like today, we’ve got you covered.


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.



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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10074755 Tue, 22 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500 2234 full false Getting Started on Tiktok with AdLeaks’ Luke Kostka Getting Started on Tiktok with AdLeaks’ Luke Kostka There are so many things to be aware of when it comes to social media that jumping in can feel like a part-time job. 

That's why creators like Luke Kostka and Blythe Brumleve are chatting about the steps to take to get started on platforms like TikTok, rev things up, and finally, keep it from becoming overwhelming. 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.



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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> There are so many things to be aware of when it comes to social media that jumping in can feel like a part-time job. 

That's why creators like Luke Kostka and Blythe Brumleve are chatting about the steps to take to get started on platforms like TikTok, rev things up, and finally, keep it from becoming overwhelming. 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.



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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10074730 Fri, 18 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1201 full false How Lina Acosta Embraced the Pivot at GLT Logistics How Lina Acosta Embraced the Pivot at GLT Logistics I love seeing women out here serving in executive roles inside of logistics companies. 

Which is why it was a no-brainer to get the CMO of GLT Logistics, Lina Acosta, on the show.

In this episode, Lina is breaking down how she helped her company embrace video as a key marketing strategy during COVID that led to not only increased brand awareness, but increased educational focus for her coworkers and raising money for charities. 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> I love seeing women out here serving in executive roles inside of logistics companies. 

Which is why it was a no-brainer to get the CMO of GLT Logistics, Lina Acosta, on the show.

In this episode, Lina is breaking down how she helped her company embrace video as a key marketing strategy during COVID that led to not only increased brand awareness, but increased educational focus for her coworkers and raising money for charities. 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10074717 Wed, 16 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1421 full false Starting a Company Linkedin Strategy Starting a Company Linkedin Strategy Little Finger from Game of Thrones famously said, “chaos is a ladder” and the last two years have felt like complete chaos.

But through all that comes opportunity–and today we’re talking about where your company can seize opportunity through Linkedin and embracing the pivot.


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Little Finger from Game of Thrones famously said, “chaos is a ladder” and the last two years have felt like complete chaos.

But through all that comes opportunity–and today we’re talking about where your company can seize opportunity through Linkedin and embracing the pivot.


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-10074706 Tue, 15 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1268 full false Fewer Spreadsheets and Better Relationships with Transfix Jonathan Rojas Fewer Spreadsheets and Better Relationships with Transfix Jonathan Rojas When the first quarter rolls around, folks start thinking about their health from both a personal and a financial standpoint. 

That’s why today’s show is going to be a fun one because we’re talking with Jonathan Rojas on how carriers can use Transfix software to stay loaded and avoid those soul-sucking spreadsheets. 

In this episode, Jonathan is breaking down ways for carriers to get their time back in the day so they can spend it on developing relationships and earning more business. 

Work-life balance is an age-old problem so it’s cool to see companies like Transfix trying to solve it at such a large scale.


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website. 

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> When the first quarter rolls around, folks start thinking about their health from both a personal and a financial standpoint. 

That’s why today’s show is going to be a fun one because we’re talking with Jonathan Rojas on how carriers can use Transfix software to stay loaded and avoid those soul-sucking spreadsheets. 

In this episode, Jonathan is breaking down ways for carriers to get their time back in the day so they can spend it on developing relationships and earning more business. 

Work-life balance is an age-old problem so it’s cool to see companies like Transfix trying to solve it at such a large scale.


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website. 

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9937506 Wed, 02 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500 906 full false Healthier Choices for Truckers with Mark Manera Healthier Choices for Truckers with Mark Manera I don’t think I have to tell y’all that trying to eat healthy on the road is a challenge. Now imagine your job is to be on the road. All. The. Time. 

You have little body movement and when you do have to move around, the work is strenuous. 

That’s what our nation’s truck drivers are facing on a daily basis and it’s time we start addressing it. 

In this episode, we’re breaking down a new focus for our nation’s truck drivers–diet and exercise on the road. 

That’s why I invited Dr. Mark Manera on the show. Having spent extensive time in health and wellness, he switched his focus to truck drivers by offering solutions to eat healthier and get workouts in while in your truck or standing outside of it. Drivers are able to access an app that tracks their goals and companies are incentivized to offer it as an overall benefit to joining their company. 

It’s a great discussion on something that has a direct impact on our nation’s drivers that also has a direct correlation to keeping them on the road and our stores stocked with merchandise. 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website. 



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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> I don’t think I have to tell y’all that trying to eat healthy on the road is a challenge. Now imagine your job is to be on the road. All. The. Time. 

You have little body movement and when you do have to move around, the work is strenuous. 

That’s what our nation’s truck drivers are facing on a daily basis and it’s time we start addressing it. 

In this episode, we’re breaking down a new focus for our nation’s truck drivers–diet and exercise on the road. 

That’s why I invited Dr. Mark Manera on the show. Having spent extensive time in health and wellness, he switched his focus to truck drivers by offering solutions to eat healthier and get workouts in while in your truck or standing outside of it. Drivers are able to access an app that tracks their goals and companies are incentivized to offer it as an overall benefit to joining their company. 

It’s a great discussion on something that has a direct impact on our nation’s drivers that also has a direct correlation to keeping them on the road and our stores stocked with merchandise. 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website. 



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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Mark Manera Buzzsprout-9937463 Thu, 27 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1051 full false The Logistics of Championship Merchandise The Logistics of Championship Merchandise Most of us are probably aware that two different sets of championship gear are printed prior to the pivotal game. And after that game, the winning team is given their respective merch while the losing team's gear is donated to a foreign country.

But what does this process look like for the days leading up to the big game and how is that same merch sent to fans within hours of their team winning?

In this episode, we’re gonna break down the logistics of championship merchandise for the players, the fans, and also include a heartwarming story about where all of the merchandise ended up from the New England perfect season that never was. 

TikToks from the show: 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Most of us are probably aware that two different sets of championship gear are printed prior to the pivotal game. And after that game, the winning team is given their respective merch while the losing team's gear is donated to a foreign country.

But what does this process look like for the days leading up to the big game and how is that same merch sent to fans within hours of their team winning?

In this episode, we’re gonna break down the logistics of championship merchandise for the players, the fans, and also include a heartwarming story about where all of the merchandise ended up from the New England perfect season that never was. 

TikToks from the show: 


Search by topic and check out all our past episodes of the Digital Dispatch podcast—right on our website. 

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9937308 Tue, 25 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500 726 full false The History of Shipping with Sal Mercogliano The History of Shipping with Sal Mercogliano You’ve likely heard the phrase “if you don’t study history, you’re doomed to repeat it.” So why has much of the shipping world operated in a silo, where we’re just chugging along, making the same mistakes, and not learning from each other? 

That’s what we’re diving into today with maritime history professor Sal Mercogliano as well as where we stand in the marketing world. After all, the history of shipping is the history of the world and a good marketer needs to know this historical perspective compared to the present-day if they’re going to be good at storytelling. 



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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> You’ve likely heard the phrase “if you don’t study history, you’re doomed to repeat it.” So why has much of the shipping world operated in a silo, where we’re just chugging along, making the same mistakes, and not learning from each other? 

That’s what we’re diving into today with maritime history professor Sal Mercogliano as well as where we stand in the marketing world. After all, the history of shipping is the history of the world and a good marketer needs to know this historical perspective compared to the present-day if they’re going to be good at storytelling. 



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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9904441 Thu, 20 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500 2431 full false How to Get Attention in 2022 How to Get Attention in 2022 It's a common phrase in sales to say "the riches are in the niches."

But what if I told you that the same can be said about marketing?

In this episode, I'm going to break down some recent studies that can help you not only reach your target audience on the platforms they're already hanging out--but also how to use their own verbiage to earn their trust and keep their attention in 2022 and beyond. 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> It's a common phrase in sales to say "the riches are in the niches."

But what if I told you that the same can be said about marketing?

In this episode, I'm going to break down some recent studies that can help you not only reach your target audience on the platforms they're already hanging out--but also how to use their own verbiage to earn their trust and keep their attention in 2022 and beyond. 


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9904262 Tue, 18 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1076 full false NFT’s, Futurism, and Fascinating Start-Ups with Nasjaq NFT’s, Futurism, and Fascinating Start-Ups with Nasjaq I love talking to brilliant people. And despite what you may have heard about nothing but dancing videos on TikTok, some of the most brilliant people I’ve stumbled upon on that app are educators talking about futuristic concepts. 

That’s today’s guest in a nutshell because we’ve got one of my favorite creators in Nasjac coming on the show.  It's one of those episodes where I feel like a 5th grader asking super basic questions but kudos to jack for making me not feel like an idiot while asking them. 

Should we use algae to reduce our carbon footprint? He talks about it. 

Should we go to Mars or Venus first? Nasdaq covers it. 

How can NFT’s be used in the business world? He talks about that too. 

It’s a fun conversation that covers a lot of ground so I hope you guys enjoy it as much as I did…


Connect with Nasjaq on Twitter, YouTube, and Tiktok.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> I love talking to brilliant people. And despite what you may have heard about nothing but dancing videos on TikTok, some of the most brilliant people I’ve stumbled upon on that app are educators talking about futuristic concepts. 

That’s today’s guest in a nutshell because we’ve got one of my favorite creators in Nasjac coming on the show.  It's one of those episodes where I feel like a 5th grader asking super basic questions but kudos to jack for making me not feel like an idiot while asking them. 

Should we use algae to reduce our carbon footprint? He talks about it. 

Should we go to Mars or Venus first? Nasdaq covers it. 

How can NFT’s be used in the business world? He talks about that too. 

It’s a fun conversation that covers a lot of ground so I hope you guys enjoy it as much as I did…


Connect with Nasjaq on Twitter, YouTube, and Tiktok.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9818743 Mon, 10 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500 2044 full false AI Tools to Help One Person Marketing Team AI Tools to Help One Person Marketing Team Countless companies in freight have a one-person marketing team. 

And that lonely marketer probably has other roles on top of handling an increasingly demanding digital world. 

But what if I told you that there are AI tools that exist ~today~ that can help the one-person marketer get back hours in their workday? 

We’re talking about copy writing tools to help with everything from social media captions to blog posts. Video personas powered by AI that will be your on-camera talent when no one else in the office wants to. And another tool that can take one video and turn it into dozens of pieces of social media content–all without the need of a video editor. 

It’s a brave new world for us lonely marketers with AI tools like the ones I’m going to mention on today’s show so I hope y’all take some time to give them a demo after listening to this episode. 


Check out these shows next: 

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Countless companies in freight have a one-person marketing team. 

And that lonely marketer probably has other roles on top of handling an increasingly demanding digital world. 

But what if I told you that there are AI tools that exist ~today~ that can help the one-person marketer get back hours in their workday? 

We’re talking about copy writing tools to help with everything from social media captions to blog posts. Video personas powered by AI that will be your on-camera talent when no one else in the office wants to. And another tool that can take one video and turn it into dozens of pieces of social media content–all without the need of a video editor. 

It’s a brave new world for us lonely marketers with AI tools like the ones I’m going to mention on today’s show so I hope y’all take some time to give them a demo after listening to this episode. 


Check out these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9818727 Wed, 05 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500 932 full false How Freight Companies Should Treat SEO in 2022 How Freight Companies Should Treat SEO in 2022 The holidays are a time where most office work slows down–rightfully so. 

But it’s also an opportunity to catch up on some content and strategies when you have the extra bandwidth. 

One of those strategies is SEO—also known as search engine optimization. 

It’s been around since the inception of the internet but like most marketing tactics in freight, it took a long time to find adoption. The problem with this is what I’m seeing now are companies that are deploying tactics that are past their prime and will likely get them nowhere except for a wasted budget. 

In this episode, I’m going to break down how freight companies should be using SEO in 2022 and beyond. 

Because while SEO shouldn’t be your ONLY strategy. It can have a lot of upside for years to come—as long as you’re not letting any of those gurus fill your head with empty promises of tactics that worked a decade ago. 

Links from the show: 



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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The holidays are a time where most office work slows down–rightfully so. 

But it’s also an opportunity to catch up on some content and strategies when you have the extra bandwidth. 

One of those strategies is SEO—also known as search engine optimization. 

It’s been around since the inception of the internet but like most marketing tactics in freight, it took a long time to find adoption. The problem with this is what I’m seeing now are companies that are deploying tactics that are past their prime and will likely get them nowhere except for a wasted budget. 

In this episode, I’m going to break down how freight companies should be using SEO in 2022 and beyond. 

Because while SEO shouldn’t be your ONLY strategy. It can have a lot of upside for years to come—as long as you’re not letting any of those gurus fill your head with empty promises of tactics that worked a decade ago. 

Links from the show: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9768086 Mon, 03 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500 1100 full false How Shay Dixon Uses Social Media To Connect with Carriers and Shippers How Shay Dixon Uses Social Media To Connect with Carriers and Shippers For the first episode of Cyberly back in March of 2021, I felt it was really important to highlight the folks who are out here killing the content game. 

So it was a no-brainer to invite Shay Dixon, CEO of Allegiant Logistics on the show.

Shay is one of my favorite follows on social media because she genuinely cares. She cares about her business, her employees, her family, helping others grow–and she shows it all over her social media with Instagram, Tiktok, Linkedin, and more. 

She drops so many gems in this episode such as how she connects with carriers on social media, why she prioritizes company photos to highlight how her company is different, the importance of getting involved with organizations like Leading Ladies of Logistics, and more. 

If you’re looking for a good case study on how you can use social media in 2022, look no further than this conversation with Shay. 

Links from the show:



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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> For the first episode of Cyberly back in March of 2021, I felt it was really important to highlight the folks who are out here killing the content game. 

So it was a no-brainer to invite Shay Dixon, CEO of Allegiant Logistics on the show.

Shay is one of my favorite follows on social media because she genuinely cares. She cares about her business, her employees, her family, helping others grow–and she shows it all over her social media with Instagram, Tiktok, Linkedin, and more. 

She drops so many gems in this episode such as how she connects with carriers on social media, why she prioritizes company photos to highlight how her company is different, the importance of getting involved with organizations like Leading Ladies of Logistics, and more. 

If you’re looking for a good case study on how you can use social media in 2022, look no further than this conversation with Shay. 

Links from the show:



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9767988 Wed, 29 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500 2431 full false Freightwaves’ Tim Dooner and The Power of Curiosity [rebroadcast] Freightwaves’ Tim Dooner and The Power of Curiosity [rebroadcast] In today’s episode, I want to share a rebroadcast of an interview with a man who seems to never sleep–Tim Dooner of Freightwaves. 

While I've been a podcaster since 2014, I didn’t start this particular podcast you’re listening to now until November of 2020. You see, from a broadcasting perspective, I come from the sports and entertainment world–that was my side gig while working in marketing at an asset-based 3PL full time.  So when I started up a b2b marketing podcast, I wasn’t sure if I could let that other part of my personality shine. 

But after following creators like Dooner on his show What the Truck?!?, I quickly learned that it wasn’t just ok to show off my personality. It was encouraged.

And that gamble paid off. Just a few months after launching this show, a syndicated version of it was picked up on Freightwaves called Cyberly–now airing live every Thursday at 2pm with those segments from each episode cross-promoted here. It’s been such a blessing to become part of the Freightwaves family and the success of the company is because of folks like Dooner. 

So with all that in mind, this interview, while conducted prior to me joining the Freightwaves team and technically a rebroadcast, still shines a bright light on what makes Dooner and his show so special. 

And it all boils down to the power of curiosity. 


Links from the show: 

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today’s episode, I want to share a rebroadcast of an interview with a man who seems to never sleep–Tim Dooner of Freightwaves. 

While I've been a podcaster since 2014, I didn’t start this particular podcast you’re listening to now until November of 2020. You see, from a broadcasting perspective, I come from the sports and entertainment world–that was my side gig while working in marketing at an asset-based 3PL full time.  So when I started up a b2b marketing podcast, I wasn’t sure if I could let that other part of my personality shine. 

But after following creators like Dooner on his show What the Truck?!?, I quickly learned that it wasn’t just ok to show off my personality. It was encouraged.

And that gamble paid off. Just a few months after launching this show, a syndicated version of it was picked up on Freightwaves called Cyberly–now airing live every Thursday at 2pm with those segments from each episode cross-promoted here. It’s been such a blessing to become part of the Freightwaves family and the success of the company is because of folks like Dooner. 

So with all that in mind, this interview, while conducted prior to me joining the Freightwaves team and technically a rebroadcast, still shines a bright light on what makes Dooner and his show so special. 

And it all boils down to the power of curiosity. 


Links from the show: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9767975 Mon, 27 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500 4440 full false Bing-Worthy Supply Chain Podcasts Bing-Worthy Supply Chain Podcasts There's no doubt that 2021 is the year that supply chain went mainstream. 

Juggernauts like the New York Times hired their first-ever beat reporter to cover the industry while Morgan Stanely just released their first supply chain-themed podcast. 

However, one podcast that hasn’t been afraid to dive into the global supply chain is Bloomberg’s Odd Lots podcast. For the last year and a half, hosts Joe Weisenthal and Tracy Alloway have been exploring and deepening their knowledge on everything from containers to trucking, rail, and of course, the ports. 

It’s really helped someone like myself who comes from the trucking side of things to get a macro perspective on what makes the rest of the industry move and how the pandemic has affected a particular mode of transportation. 

Whether you're a veteran of the industry or a newbie, I’ve gathered up ALLLLLLLL of the supply chain Odd Lots episodes that you can binge over the holiday break–and I guarantee you’re bound to learn something new. 

Plus it’s pretty fascinating to dive into the other aspects of the global supply chain and how each silo is handling its unique modern-day challenges.  

So if you wanna catch up on some supply chain podcasts that you might have missed, I’ve put together some of my favorite clips from a handful of episodes, and then in the show notes, I’ve linked to the shows where the clips came from along with plenty more so you can listen in the order in which they were released. 

Binge-Worthy Shows: 

All links are iTunes so if you want another version, simply copy the episode title and search for it in your fav podcast player. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> There's no doubt that 2021 is the year that supply chain went mainstream. 

Juggernauts like the New York Times hired their first-ever beat reporter to cover the industry while Morgan Stanely just released their first supply chain-themed podcast. 

However, one podcast that hasn’t been afraid to dive into the global supply chain is Bloomberg’s Odd Lots podcast. For the last year and a half, hosts Joe Weisenthal and Tracy Alloway have been exploring and deepening their knowledge on everything from containers to trucking, rail, and of course, the ports. 

It’s really helped someone like myself who comes from the trucking side of things to get a macro perspective on what makes the rest of the industry move and how the pandemic has affected a particular mode of transportation. 

Whether you're a veteran of the industry or a newbie, I’ve gathered up ALLLLLLLL of the supply chain Odd Lots episodes that you can binge over the holiday break–and I guarantee you’re bound to learn something new. 

Plus it’s pretty fascinating to dive into the other aspects of the global supply chain and how each silo is handling its unique modern-day challenges.  

So if you wanna catch up on some supply chain podcasts that you might have missed, I’ve put together some of my favorite clips from a handful of episodes, and then in the show notes, I’ve linked to the shows where the clips came from along with plenty more so you can listen in the order in which they were released. 

Binge-Worthy Shows: 

All links are iTunes so if you want another version, simply copy the episode title and search for it in your fav podcast player. 

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9767797 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500 999 full false Freight Broker Training That Isn’t a Scam Freight Broker Training That Isn’t a Scam A couple of weeks ago I was on a call with a prospect who was looking for help with her marketing. 

She had paid for a freight broker training course where she would be able to work under the company’s MC # when the training was completed. Only when she was done with the training, the course owner ghosted her and she was left without a pathway forward. 

This was heartbreaking because very few people can afford to drop a couple grand on a training course that doesn’t lead to an actual job. So I posted about it to Linkedin and mannnnnnnn, the freight community really came through. 

Within a few hours, I had people from all over the US reaching out to help a woman they’ve never met but knew she genuinely wanted to get involved in the freight industry. The community came through by offering up contacts and resources to help her and it was also a reminder about my friends Ben and Nate over at Freight 360. 

You see, they’ve actually done the hard work of creating a legitimate freight broker course. It’s so good that they’ve secured training partnerships with the TIA and other industry leaders. Not only do they offer the course, but they consistently offer sales training to keep your educational journey moving in a good direction. 

All that to say, we’ve got Freight 360 co-host and co-founder Ben Kowalski on today’s show dropping a ton of gems on what prospective freight brokers need to know before they purchase a course, what sales strategies brokers should be implemented in 2022, what marketing can do to help sales teams, and so much more. It’s a valuable conversation for everyone just starting out to those looking to upgrade their game. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> A couple of weeks ago I was on a call with a prospect who was looking for help with her marketing. 

She had paid for a freight broker training course where she would be able to work under the company’s MC # when the training was completed. Only when she was done with the training, the course owner ghosted her and she was left without a pathway forward. 

This was heartbreaking because very few people can afford to drop a couple grand on a training course that doesn’t lead to an actual job. So I posted about it to Linkedin and mannnnnnnn, the freight community really came through. 

Within a few hours, I had people from all over the US reaching out to help a woman they’ve never met but knew she genuinely wanted to get involved in the freight industry. The community came through by offering up contacts and resources to help her and it was also a reminder about my friends Ben and Nate over at Freight 360. 

You see, they’ve actually done the hard work of creating a legitimate freight broker course. It’s so good that they’ve secured training partnerships with the TIA and other industry leaders. Not only do they offer the course, but they consistently offer sales training to keep your educational journey moving in a good direction. 

All that to say, we’ve got Freight 360 co-host and co-founder Ben Kowalski on today’s show dropping a ton of gems on what prospective freight brokers need to know before they purchase a course, what sales strategies brokers should be implemented in 2022, what marketing can do to help sales teams, and so much more. It’s a valuable conversation for everyone just starting out to those looking to upgrade their game. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> https://digitaldispatch.io/freight-broker-training-free-paid-programs/ Buzzsprout-9767727 Wed, 22 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500 1626 freight broker training full false Website and Marketing Must-Have's for 2022 Website and Marketing Must-Have's for 2022 Planning for your business goals, especially the marketing of those goals, can become overwhelming really quickly. And with the pace that our digital world has rapidly changed--it can be tough to know which tactics and tools to invest in and more importantly, which ones to steer clear from. 

That’s why I’m bringing on one of my good friends, Kyle MacNaught, who's the director of marketing over at FreightPlus, to talk through our marketing and website must-haves for 2022. 


Check out these shows next: 

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Planning for your business goals, especially the marketing of those goals, can become overwhelming really quickly. And with the pace that our digital world has rapidly changed--it can be tough to know which tactics and tools to invest in and more importantly, which ones to steer clear from. 

That’s why I’m bringing on one of my good friends, Kyle MacNaught, who's the director of marketing over at FreightPlus, to talk through our marketing and website must-haves for 2022. 


Check out these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9715702 Thu, 16 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500 2631 full false Organize Your Content Marketing With the KLT Method Organize Your Content Marketing With the KLT Method Do you struggle with what to post and why?

Maybe this framework can help…

The KLT method is a content marketing framework to take big ideas and turn them into an actionable plan.

How does the concept work?

Think about how often you post, what you post, and what category it would fall into these:

  • 70% of your content is Knowledge
  • 20% of your content is about what your brand Likes and what Life is like
  • 10% is about Trust (AKA vulnerability)

This gives your audience a good idea of the insights they can expect:

  • to learn from you
  • what makes you tick
  • how you've learned the insights you're about to teach or help them with

By using the KLT method it will help shape your storytelling into something that’s useful for your customers while also showing off how you and your company are different.

Keep in mind this is a framework for channeling ideas and putting those ideas into buckets of action for your social, email, etc…It can even help with your website copy.

I break down the reasoning for this formula and framework into today's episode to explain it a little more. 

Hope this all helps to organize those thoughts!


Check out these shows next: 

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Do you struggle with what to post and why?

Maybe this framework can help…

The KLT method is a content marketing framework to take big ideas and turn them into an actionable plan.

How does the concept work?

Think about how often you post, what you post, and what category it would fall into these:

  • 70% of your content is Knowledge
  • 20% of your content is about what your brand Likes and what Life is like
  • 10% is about Trust (AKA vulnerability)

This gives your audience a good idea of the insights they can expect:

  • to learn from you
  • what makes you tick
  • how you've learned the insights you're about to teach or help them with

By using the KLT method it will help shape your storytelling into something that’s useful for your customers while also showing off how you and your company are different.

Keep in mind this is a framework for channeling ideas and putting those ideas into buckets of action for your social, email, etc…It can even help with your website copy.

I break down the reasoning for this formula and framework into today's episode to explain it a little more. 

Hope this all helps to organize those thoughts!


Check out these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9715679 Tue, 14 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500 893 full false Importance of Entrepreneurship Skills in Trucking Importance of Entrepreneurship Skills in Trucking In today's episode, we're playing an interview I did on Get a Load of This podcast from Valley Truck Insurance.

Cameron and Thomas were great to talk with on all things trucking and entrepreneurship—so if that's your thing, you should enjoy this episode as we break down those subjects plus a little background on how I got into the industry to begin with.


Links from the show: 



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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In today's episode, we're playing an interview I did on Get a Load of This podcast from Valley Truck Insurance.

Cameron and Thomas were great to talk with on all things trucking and entrepreneurship—so if that's your thing, you should enjoy this episode as we break down those subjects plus a little background on how I got into the industry to begin with.


Links from the show: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9688889 Thu, 09 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500 3960 full false Retention Is The New Recruiting Retention Is The New Recruiting There’s an awful lot of noise being made about the truck driver shortage. 

But like most things in life and politics--it’s usually much more nuanced than the surface-level discussions. 

This is what I discovered while in Texas giving a speech covering “Retention is the New Recruiting” which helps trucking companies use content marketing to ease their hiring woes. 

I’m breaking down multiple ways to use driver interviews to find any pain points you might be missing so you can stop those pain points right in their tracks and also highlight the drivers who want to share their stories. 

Links from the show: 


Listen to these shows next: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> There’s an awful lot of noise being made about the truck driver shortage. 

But like most things in life and politics--it’s usually much more nuanced than the surface-level discussions. 

This is what I discovered while in Texas giving a speech covering “Retention is the New Recruiting” which helps trucking companies use content marketing to ease their hiring woes. 

I’m breaking down multiple ways to use driver interviews to find any pain points you might be missing so you can stop those pain points right in their tracks and also highlight the drivers who want to share their stories. 

Links from the show: 


Listen to these shows next: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9676321 Tue, 07 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500 3008 full false Marketing vs. Sales in Freight [rebroadcast] Marketing vs. Sales in Freight [rebroadcast] It’s a common internal rivalry no matter the industry but the companies who are building for the long haul recognize these two super teams are much more powerful when they come together to tackle one thing: solve the problems of their audience. 

SONAR sales rep Kyle Taylor is back with me to discuss the perks and annoyances between each side in order to help the overall goals of the organization. 


What you’ll learn in this episode: 

  • Trusting the marketing department to be effective short term and long term
  • Why sales teams should get into the content game
  • Outdated strategies that gotta go
  • Favorite (and least favorite) marketing tactics
  • How Google gets more credit than it deserves


Links from the show: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> It’s a common internal rivalry no matter the industry but the companies who are building for the long haul recognize these two super teams are much more powerful when they come together to tackle one thing: solve the problems of their audience. 

SONAR sales rep Kyle Taylor is back with me to discuss the perks and annoyances between each side in order to help the overall goals of the organization. 


What you’ll learn in this episode: 

  • Trusting the marketing department to be effective short term and long term
  • Why sales teams should get into the content game
  • Outdated strategies that gotta go
  • Favorite (and least favorite) marketing tactics
  • How Google gets more credit than it deserves


Links from the show: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9621993 Thu, 02 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500 3795 full false How Freight Companies Can Build In-House Content Teams [rebroadcast] How Freight Companies Can Build In-House Content Teams [rebroadcast] Hiring a marketing agency is a large expense most companies can't afford to pay. I know this because I used to work at an agency, I operate one now, and I also know it was an uphill battle to get a large marketing budget buy-in from my exec team at a 3PL or carrier.

So what are the options where you can still have content on your website and social channels that talk about all the cool things your company is doing that is also cost-effective? I'm about to break it down for you in this show of the tips I've used over the years and still do to this day. Not only for clients but for content like what you find on this podcast.

Also in the show is an interview with Kyle MacNaught, Director of Marketing at Freight Plus, with how he's building and managing his own internal content team using an iPhone and a cheap mic.


Links from the show: 


Courses Mentioned During the Show: 


FYI: Freight School Playbook is now wrapped into the Digital Dispatch experience. So you can now get all FSP courses for FREE over in the Shop section of DigitalDispatch.io

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Hiring a marketing agency is a large expense most companies can't afford to pay. I know this because I used to work at an agency, I operate one now, and I also know it was an uphill battle to get a large marketing budget buy-in from my exec team at a 3PL or carrier.

So what are the options where you can still have content on your website and social channels that talk about all the cool things your company is doing that is also cost-effective? I'm about to break it down for you in this show of the tips I've used over the years and still do to this day. Not only for clients but for content like what you find on this podcast.

Also in the show is an interview with Kyle MacNaught, Director of Marketing at Freight Plus, with how he's building and managing his own internal content team using an iPhone and a cheap mic.


Links from the show: 


Courses Mentioned During the Show: 


FYI: Freight School Playbook is now wrapped into the Digital Dispatch experience. So you can now get all FSP courses for FREE over in the Shop section of DigitalDispatch.io

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9621939 Tue, 30 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0500 3168 full false Wearable Tech Inside the Warehouse with Proglove Wearable Tech Inside the Warehouse with Proglove There’s a fascinating thing going on with robotics entering the workforce.

One part of the population is terrified of them--rightfully so as there are some legitimate concerns. But the other side gets to enjoy the way cooler aspect of it--at least in my opinion, anyway. And that side is the wearables. 

In today’s episode, we’re talking with Ilhan Kolco of ProGlove who is helping us dive into wearable industrial technology that makes you feel like Ironman.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> There’s a fascinating thing going on with robotics entering the workforce.

One part of the population is terrified of them--rightfully so as there are some legitimate concerns. But the other side gets to enjoy the way cooler aspect of it--at least in my opinion, anyway. And that side is the wearables. 

In today’s episode, we’re talking with Ilhan Kolco of ProGlove who is helping us dive into wearable industrial technology that makes you feel like Ironman.

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9520654 Fri, 26 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0500 1060 full false Marketing The Right Way with Flock Freight's Jeff Lerner Marketing The Right Way with Flock Freight's Jeff Lerner On a previous episode, I talked about how you fix that shady email list.

Well on this episode we’re getting some extra insight from Flock Freight's VP of marketing Jeff Lerner on how he would tackle that same problem. 

We’re not only diving into how Jeff would handle an email list from questionable sources but also things like helping the sales and marketing department become more aligned, how Flock Freight is prioritizing people and the planet PLUS a good debate on if pineapple belongs on pizza. 


Check out these shows next: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> On a previous episode, I talked about how you fix that shady email list.

Well on this episode we’re getting some extra insight from Flock Freight's VP of marketing Jeff Lerner on how he would tackle that same problem. 

We’re not only diving into how Jeff would handle an email list from questionable sources but also things like helping the sales and marketing department become more aligned, how Flock Freight is prioritizing people and the planet PLUS a good debate on if pineapple belongs on pizza. 


Check out these shows next: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9520542 Tue, 23 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0500 1119 full false How to fix your shady email list How to fix your shady email list Marketers and entrepreneurs have probably been faced with the temptation of obtaining emails and contact information for potential prospects. 

But what happens after you’ve pulled the trigger on that decision? 

How do you make sure that outreach doesn’t damage your brand but also gets your name in front of someone who may be interested in working with you? 

We’re breaking down how to fix that shady email list.

Check out these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Marketers and entrepreneurs have probably been faced with the temptation of obtaining emails and contact information for potential prospects. 

But what happens after you’ve pulled the trigger on that decision? 

How do you make sure that outreach doesn’t damage your brand but also gets your name in front of someone who may be interested in working with you? 

We’re breaking down how to fix that shady email list.

Check out these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9520453 Thu, 18 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0500 938 full false Sustainable Packaging and The Power of Educating a Niche Audience Sustainable Packaging and The Power of Educating a Niche Audience The fun thing about doing a show in supply chain is the more you learn--the more you realize how much more there is still left to learn. 

That’s a lesson I was recently reminded of because of my next guest--whom I found on Tiktok educating his audience about a very specific topic:

sustainable packaging

He’s amassed more than 73 THOUSAND FOLLOWERS…..talking about sustainable packaging. 

It’s wild right?!

Today’s episode has our guest, Cory Connors of Landsberg Orora, teaching us a valuable lesson that no matter how niche your topic is, if you make it educational or entertaining, you can develop an audience. 


Listen to these shows next to get started with customer research:

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The fun thing about doing a show in supply chain is the more you learn--the more you realize how much more there is still left to learn. 

That’s a lesson I was recently reminded of because of my next guest--whom I found on Tiktok educating his audience about a very specific topic:

sustainable packaging

He’s amassed more than 73 THOUSAND FOLLOWERS…..talking about sustainable packaging. 

It’s wild right?!

Today’s episode has our guest, Cory Connors of Landsberg Orora, teaching us a valuable lesson that no matter how niche your topic is, if you make it educational or entertaining, you can develop an audience. 


Listen to these shows next to get started with customer research:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9520365 Tue, 16 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0500 1143 full false Lessons You Can Learn From Freight Twitter Going Viral Lessons You Can Learn From Freight Twitter Going Viral Couple of social media stats for y'all: 

  • 10% of Twitter users create 92% of all tweets
  • And only 21% of us adults are on Twitter

But over the last few weeks, Twitter has become THE place for freight news to break, trend, or go viral. 

I’ve historically used Twitter as a place for sports and entertainment. And when I worked at a 3PL years ago, we had an account on the platform as early as 2010. 

But the freight twitter world of 2010 compared to what it is now is completely different and exciting all at the same time. 

Is having a Twitter profile right for your business? Only you can really make that call. But in this episode, I’m going to break down how one freight exec is using it and how some of those strategies might work for you, too. 


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Couple of social media stats for y'all: 

  • 10% of Twitter users create 92% of all tweets
  • And only 21% of us adults are on Twitter

But over the last few weeks, Twitter has become THE place for freight news to break, trend, or go viral. 

I’ve historically used Twitter as a place for sports and entertainment. And when I worked at a 3PL years ago, we had an account on the platform as early as 2010. 

But the freight twitter world of 2010 compared to what it is now is completely different and exciting all at the same time. 

Is having a Twitter profile right for your business? Only you can really make that call. But in this episode, I’m going to break down how one freight exec is using it and how some of those strategies might work for you, too. 


Check out these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9520087 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0500 757 full false Maritime Marketing with Spire's Kevin Naakao Maritime Marketing with Spire's Kevin Naakao I’ve mentioned a few times on previous episodes about how freight has gone mainstream.

But there’s still so much of the logistics process that I don’t fully grasp yet. And the maritime silo is one of them.

By definition, the maritime industry is “everything connected to the sea or waterways throughout the world--especially in relation to navigation, shipping, and marine engineering." 

Which the definition itself doesn’t strike any level of excitement to everyday people---but it should.

Because this interview with Kevin Naakao is such an interesting dive into that world!

It’s one of those interviews that as soon as the show was over, I was hype because Kevin was able to break down a complex industry into stories about pirates, fishermen, satellites, and how 90% of all goods travel via ship. 


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> I’ve mentioned a few times on previous episodes about how freight has gone mainstream.

But there’s still so much of the logistics process that I don’t fully grasp yet. And the maritime silo is one of them.

By definition, the maritime industry is “everything connected to the sea or waterways throughout the world--especially in relation to navigation, shipping, and marine engineering." 

Which the definition itself doesn’t strike any level of excitement to everyday people---but it should.

Because this interview with Kevin Naakao is such an interesting dive into that world!

It’s one of those interviews that as soon as the show was over, I was hype because Kevin was able to break down a complex industry into stories about pirates, fishermen, satellites, and how 90% of all goods travel via ship. 


Check out these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9519952 Thu, 11 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0500 2326 full false The Most Important Thing You Can Add To Your Website TODAY The Most Important Thing You Can Add To Your Website TODAY “How did you hear about us?”

It’s a simple question but how many of us can answer what top two channels our customers heard about or follow us in? 

But what if I told you that adding a simple question to your website form or sales process will have the largest impact on how you’re choosing to spend your digital dollars?

in this episode, I’m breaking down the single most important and cost-effective thing you can add to your marketing and sales mix TODAY. 

It costs less than $50 to add to your website and be done in as little as 10 minutes.

I know it sounds too good to be true but it’s 100 percent factual.

Listen to these shows next: 



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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> “How did you hear about us?”

It’s a simple question but how many of us can answer what top two channels our customers heard about or follow us in? 

But what if I told you that adding a simple question to your website form or sales process will have the largest impact on how you’re choosing to spend your digital dollars?

in this episode, I’m breaking down the single most important and cost-effective thing you can add to your marketing and sales mix TODAY. 

It costs less than $50 to add to your website and be done in as little as 10 minutes.

I know it sounds too good to be true but it’s 100 percent factual.

Listen to these shows next: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9519653 Wed, 10 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0500 546 full false Content for "Boring" Industries with Phoebe Noce of FlockFreight Content for "Boring" Industries with Phoebe Noce of FlockFreight We’ve been talking A LOT about getting back to basics. 

Talking to customers. Audience research. How to differentiate yourself from the competition. 

So it’s always really nice to talk to someone who just gets it--such as today’s guest Phoebe Noce who’s the director of marketing over at FreightFriend. 


Check out these shows next: 

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> We’ve been talking A LOT about getting back to basics. 

Talking to customers. Audience research. How to differentiate yourself from the competition. 

So it’s always really nice to talk to someone who just gets it--such as today’s guest Phoebe Noce who’s the director of marketing over at FreightFriend. 


Check out these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9493945 Fri, 05 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1994 full false Annual 3PL Study reveals how brokers can differentiate from their competitors Annual 3PL Study reveals how brokers can differentiate from their competitors We’ve talked about the importance of research and knowing your customer’s pain points. 

Yet some companies, especially 3PLs,  don’t see the value in marketing because they feel like “everyone is just selling the same thing we are.”

Well in a new 3PL study just released, we’ve got some key findings that will help you to differentiate yourself from your competitors based on what shippers really want.


Check out these shows next: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> We’ve talked about the importance of research and knowing your customer’s pain points. 

Yet some companies, especially 3PLs,  don’t see the value in marketing because they feel like “everyone is just selling the same thing we are.”

Well in a new 3PL study just released, we’ve got some key findings that will help you to differentiate yourself from your competitors based on what shippers really want.


Check out these shows next: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9424694 Tue, 02 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0400 850 full false A very beginner's look into the Metaverse A very beginner's look into the Metaverse You may or may not have heard of the phrase “metaverse” but if you believe many influential tech people, it’s the future of how we live, play, and...work. 

We have bitcoin, the blockchain, crypto, and NFT’s with all of these technologies centered around what’s called Web3--the decentralized internet of the future.  Web3 is also theorized as the next step in our internet-connected lives. 

Right now these technologies are in their infancy stage but there are folks building the metaverse where each of these new technologies, along with businesses and brands, would operate cohesively in this new environment.

Confused yet? Well, don’t be. Because I was too--but after diving into some research---in this episode, I’m gonna break down what the metaverse means to our businesses and the future of how we’ll interact with people, places, and things. 

Check out these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> You may or may not have heard of the phrase “metaverse” but if you believe many influential tech people, it’s the future of how we live, play, and...work. 

We have bitcoin, the blockchain, crypto, and NFT’s with all of these technologies centered around what’s called Web3--the decentralized internet of the future.  Web3 is also theorized as the next step in our internet-connected lives. 

Right now these technologies are in their infancy stage but there are folks building the metaverse where each of these new technologies, along with businesses and brands, would operate cohesively in this new environment.

Confused yet? Well, don’t be. Because I was too--but after diving into some research---in this episode, I’m gonna break down what the metaverse means to our businesses and the future of how we’ll interact with people, places, and things. 

Check out these shows next: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9424566 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400 668 full false Cargo Ship Life With Merchant Mariner Gabby Salazar Cargo Ship Life With Merchant Mariner Gabby Salazar You’ve likely seen all the cargo ships waiting to unload off the Port of LA but have you wondered what life is like onboard those ships? 

Gabby Salazar has amassed thousands and thousands of followers on Tiktok simply by showing what her life has been like since becoming a merchant mariner onboard ships like Maersk. 

In our interview, she tells us all the little things that are done before, during, and after a ship has been unloaded, where some of the most beautiful ports she’s visited and that time her boss made her walk the plank. 


Check out these shows next: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> You’ve likely seen all the cargo ships waiting to unload off the Port of LA but have you wondered what life is like onboard those ships? 

Gabby Salazar has amassed thousands and thousands of followers on Tiktok simply by showing what her life has been like since becoming a merchant mariner onboard ships like Maersk. 

In our interview, she tells us all the little things that are done before, during, and after a ship has been unloaded, where some of the most beautiful ports she’s visited and that time her boss made her walk the plank. 


Check out these shows next: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9424416 Wed, 27 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1181 full false How Marketing Operations can point (and keep) you on the right path How Marketing Operations can point (and keep) you on the right path Around this time of the year, most businesses are wondering, “Am I on the right track?” 

We’re planning our budgets and wondering where to invest and where to cut back. 

That’s where the power of marketing operations comes into play.

Different from other marketing roles, the person in charge of ops should ideally be a dedicated position—but if you’re an entrepreneur or running a small team, it’s essential to know some key foundational skills that will help you invest in marketing where it makes the most sense for you.

From the show:

Check out these episodes next: 



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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Around this time of the year, most businesses are wondering, “Am I on the right track?” 

We’re planning our budgets and wondering where to invest and where to cut back. 

That’s where the power of marketing operations comes into play.

Different from other marketing roles, the person in charge of ops should ideally be a dedicated position—but if you’re an entrepreneur or running a small team, it’s essential to know some key foundational skills that will help you invest in marketing where it makes the most sense for you.

From the show:

Check out these episodes next: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9424014 Tue, 26 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400 940 full false Supply Chain Content Strategy with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey Supply Chain Content Strategy with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey Sarah Barnes-Humphrey has been covering the supply chain industry for the better part of the last decade by hosting Let’s Talk Supply Chain and several other shows
 
She's also been working in the industry her entire life in addition to the content game so it was an honor to finally get her on the show. In this episode, she's giving her thoughts on the current state of the global supply chain as well as other topics such as strategic content marketing--something that she’s continuing to double down on in 2022. 

Check out these shows next: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Sarah Barnes-Humphrey has been covering the supply chain industry for the better part of the last decade by hosting Let’s Talk Supply Chain and several other shows
 
She's also been working in the industry her entire life in addition to the content game so it was an honor to finally get her on the show. In this episode, she's giving her thoughts on the current state of the global supply chain as well as other topics such as strategic content marketing--something that she’s continuing to double down on in 2022. 

Check out these shows next: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9423923 Mon, 25 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1144 full false Using Cloud Computing to Solve Supply Chain Problems with Microsoft's Ayman Hussain Using Cloud Computing to Solve Supply Chain Problems with Microsoft's Ayman Hussain In previous episodes, we’ve talked about AI in marketing and AI in the freight broker world but what about on the cloud computing side?

That’s what today’s guest, Ayman Husain is here to talk about. He’s the director of intelligent cloud over at Microsoft and because of his experience in the consulting world, he’s bringing that deep level of problem-solving to customers in supply chain by helping them manage technology in a way that makes data actionable. 

Because we all know collecting data is just one hurdle--but making it actionable is where the magic (and profitability) happens. 


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In previous episodes, we’ve talked about AI in marketing and AI in the freight broker world but what about on the cloud computing side?

That’s what today’s guest, Ayman Husain is here to talk about. He’s the director of intelligent cloud over at Microsoft and because of his experience in the consulting world, he’s bringing that deep level of problem-solving to customers in supply chain by helping them manage technology in a way that makes data actionable. 

Because we all know collecting data is just one hurdle--but making it actionable is where the magic (and profitability) happens. 


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9350070 Wed, 20 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1072 full false How AI Can Help Freight Brokers Manage Capacity with Lindsay Watt of Parade How AI Can Help Freight Brokers Manage Capacity with Lindsay Watt of Parade In a previous episode, I spent some time talking about the AI tools that are in marketing but what about AI in freight? 

If you’re been curious about a different kind of technology entering the freight space, then today’s guest, Lindsay Watt, is sure to pique your interest. 

He’s the head of product over at Parade dot AI and they’re trying to solve one of the biggest problems for freight brokers and that’s the hated check call.


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In a previous episode, I spent some time talking about the AI tools that are in marketing but what about AI in freight? 

If you’re been curious about a different kind of technology entering the freight space, then today’s guest, Lindsay Watt, is sure to pique your interest. 

He’s the head of product over at Parade dot AI and they’re trying to solve one of the biggest problems for freight brokers and that’s the hated check call.


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9350155 Tue, 19 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1225 full false The Logistics of the NFL The Logistics of the NFL As a former sports broadcaster, one thing has always rung true for me; I love game day. LOVE IT. 

It’s a chance to see my football family. Dress up in my team’s gear. Tailgate with my dad and best friends, and then hope by a 1 pm kickoff that God doesn’t hate my team today. 

And it turns out, the intricacies of game day, aka the logistics of it all, is a fascinating deep dive. Not just for games stateside but what it takes to have a whole ass team travel to London every year. 



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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> As a former sports broadcaster, one thing has always rung true for me; I love game day. LOVE IT. 

It’s a chance to see my football family. Dress up in my team’s gear. Tailgate with my dad and best friends, and then hope by a 1 pm kickoff that God doesn’t hate my team today. 

And it turns out, the intricacies of game day, aka the logistics of it all, is a fascinating deep dive. Not just for games stateside but what it takes to have a whole ass team travel to London every year. 



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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9349848 Sat, 16 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400 922 full false Why the Global Supply Chain is a Mess Why the Global Supply Chain is a Mess If 2020 was the year people became aware of the toilet paper supply chain, 2021's Christmas is when folks are going to be HIGHLY upset when the gifts they order won’t arrive on time. 

Why is this all happening and what can be done to fix the global supply chain mess? today's episode features best-selling author and host of Navigate B2B, Steve Ferreira. He’s breaking it all down for us so we as consumers can be better aware of what to expect this holiday season and leading into 2022.


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> If 2020 was the year people became aware of the toilet paper supply chain, 2021's Christmas is when folks are going to be HIGHLY upset when the gifts they order won’t arrive on time. 

Why is this all happening and what can be done to fix the global supply chain mess? today's episode features best-selling author and host of Navigate B2B, Steve Ferreira. He’s breaking it all down for us so we as consumers can be better aware of what to expect this holiday season and leading into 2022.


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9370633 Fri, 15 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1304 full false Deep Fakes, Copy Bots, and How Artificial Intelligence Will Affect Creators Deep Fakes, Copy Bots, and How Artificial Intelligence Will Affect Creators Many creatives have felt rather safe from the robot apocalypse that has already affected so many other industries. 

But with new artificial intelligence tools creeping their way into the creative arts market, soon it may be difficult to tell the difference between humans and robots when it comes to audio, video, or writing.



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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Many creatives have felt rather safe from the robot apocalypse that has already affected so many other industries. 

But with new artificial intelligence tools creeping their way into the creative arts market, soon it may be difficult to tell the difference between humans and robots when it comes to audio, video, or writing.



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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9349470 Wed, 13 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400 788 full false 6 Core Sales Principals with Forrest Dombrow 6 Core Sales Principals with Forrest Dombrow Today’s guest is Forrest Dumbrow—he’s the founder over at Solve Sales and has been in digital marketing for *17 years* 

With that many years of experience, you can bet he has some “learn from my mistakes” energy. Especially when it comes to a step that’s often overlooked like establishing a proper process for your sales and marketing. 

It's a friendly reminder that you may need to revisit if you hope to hit those 2021 sales goals. 

Show Links: 



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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Today’s guest is Forrest Dumbrow—he’s the founder over at Solve Sales and has been in digital marketing for *17 years* 

With that many years of experience, you can bet he has some “learn from my mistakes” energy. Especially when it comes to a step that’s often overlooked like establishing a proper process for your sales and marketing. 

It's a friendly reminder that you may need to revisit if you hope to hit those 2021 sales goals. 

Show Links: 



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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9340090 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400 992 full false Creating Buyer Personas That Don't Suck With Adrienne Barnes Creating Buyer Personas That Don't Suck With Adrienne Barnes How do we start with great marketing? 

That’s a question that plagues businesses and entrepreneurs all over the world at various stages of their life. 

But the consistent way to get to that answer lies with our customers and by having a deep understanding of who we’re targeting and why.

Which is why bringing in our next guest is so timely….If you haven't started thinking about some loose plans for 2022, I’d suggest starting with this episode because Adrienne Barnes, founder of Best Buyer Perosnas, is gonna help us understand the customer a hell of a lot better

She’s teaching us about the mistakes folks like you and I make when it comes to this important part of our research process---and will absolutely help to shape those 2022 marketing plans. 


Show Links: 


Listen to these shows next: 


Let's connect:



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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> How do we start with great marketing? 

That’s a question that plagues businesses and entrepreneurs all over the world at various stages of their life. 

But the consistent way to get to that answer lies with our customers and by having a deep understanding of who we’re targeting and why.

Which is why bringing in our next guest is so timely….If you haven't started thinking about some loose plans for 2022, I’d suggest starting with this episode because Adrienne Barnes, founder of Best Buyer Perosnas, is gonna help us understand the customer a hell of a lot better

She’s teaching us about the mistakes folks like you and I make when it comes to this important part of our research process---and will absolutely help to shape those 2022 marketing plans. 


Show Links: 


Listen to these shows next: 


Let's connect:



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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9340041 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1650 full false Planning Manifest: The Future of Logistics conference with Pam Simon Planning Manifest: The Future of Logistics conference with Pam Simon When any new product or event hits the scene, you typically see content and ads centered around “register for my event” or “reasons to attend X event” but i’ve noticed a more creative approach to enticing users to your conference is by previewing the subject matter experts before visitors make that call to drop thousands of dollars and time away from the office for an event or conference. 

That’s what originally drew me into an upcoming event called Manifest: The Future of Logistics. 

They have a killer website and an even better email newsletter. It’s one of those newsletters that gives you a high-level snapshot of everything that happened in the logistics industry during the week and if I see something that catches my eye, I can choose to read more about it. 

I also get to bring you this conversation with Conference Chair for Manifest and EVP of programming for Connectiv, Pam Simon.  She’s the one heading up that good content marketing I spoke about earlier. 

It’s a fun conversation about what goes into planning an event at this scale, the different things they’re offering at the event, LIKE A PUPPY SECTION, and why she’s interviewing the same folks ahead of time that are also going to be speaking at the conference itself.




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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> When any new product or event hits the scene, you typically see content and ads centered around “register for my event” or “reasons to attend X event” but i’ve noticed a more creative approach to enticing users to your conference is by previewing the subject matter experts before visitors make that call to drop thousands of dollars and time away from the office for an event or conference. 

That’s what originally drew me into an upcoming event called Manifest: The Future of Logistics. 

They have a killer website and an even better email newsletter. It’s one of those newsletters that gives you a high-level snapshot of everything that happened in the logistics industry during the week and if I see something that catches my eye, I can choose to read more about it. 

I also get to bring you this conversation with Conference Chair for Manifest and EVP of programming for Connectiv, Pam Simon.  She’s the one heading up that good content marketing I spoke about earlier. 

It’s a fun conversation about what goes into planning an event at this scale, the different things they’re offering at the event, LIKE A PUPPY SECTION, and why she’s interviewing the same folks ahead of time that are also going to be speaking at the conference itself.




Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9331174 Fri, 08 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1428 full false Why You Need a Driver Feedback Loop with Workhound CEO Max Farrell Why You Need a Driver Feedback Loop with Workhound CEO Max Farrell We’ve been talking a lot about Truck Driver Appreciation but what we haven’t been talking about is the importance of a feedback loop from your actual drivers. 

We typically do feedback surveys for customers and leads. But most companies as a whole don’t do it for their internal employees--driver or not. 

So if you haven’t started up your own feedback loop process, it’s a good time to start--or at least budget for it in the future so you can know those happiness and frustration points of the job year-round.

Helping us get that started is co-founder and CEO of Workhound, Max Farrell; who joins this week's episode to break it all down.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> We’ve been talking a lot about Truck Driver Appreciation but what we haven’t been talking about is the importance of a feedback loop from your actual drivers. 

We typically do feedback surveys for customers and leads. But most companies as a whole don’t do it for their internal employees--driver or not. 

So if you haven’t started up your own feedback loop process, it’s a good time to start--or at least budget for it in the future so you can know those happiness and frustration points of the job year-round.

Helping us get that started is co-founder and CEO of Workhound, Max Farrell; who joins this week's episode to break it all down.

Show Links: 


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9319329 Wed, 06 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1214 full false Starting and Growing a Last Mile Fleet with Chris Bright Starting and Growing a Last Mile Fleet with Chris Bright The last mile is a segment of shipping that has plagued many big logistics companies so as of late,  it’s often left to local shipping guys and gals to manage this aspect of delivery. 

One of those folks who’s managing it, and doing a damn good job of it, is Chris Bright. You might know him as Last Mile Legend on Instagram and he’s been so successful that he’s also now helping other folks get their own last-mile fleets started by following the moniker of “start small end big”

Chris is a shining example of growing up here in Duval and ultimately becoming a leader that can not only run and grow his business effectively but also help others do the same. 


Connect with Blythe via her website or on Linkedin, YouTube, and TikTok




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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The last mile is a segment of shipping that has plagued many big logistics companies so as of late,  it’s often left to local shipping guys and gals to manage this aspect of delivery. 

One of those folks who’s managing it, and doing a damn good job of it, is Chris Bright. You might know him as Last Mile Legend on Instagram and he’s been so successful that he’s also now helping other folks get their own last-mile fleets started by following the moniker of “start small end big”

Chris is a shining example of growing up here in Duval and ultimately becoming a leader that can not only run and grow his business effectively but also help others do the same. 


Connect with Blythe via her website or on Linkedin, YouTube, and TikTok




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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9289127 Fri, 01 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1219 full false Drivers Deserve More Than a Social Media Post Drivers Deserve More Than a Social Media Post September has Truck Driver Appreciation Week and that means you’ve likely seen several posts on your social media feeds “Thanking a Trucker.”  But what are some ways you can do more than a social media post? We’re breaking down some campaigns being run by some of the bigger companies but also revealing exactly what truckers have previously said they want during this week and year-round. 

Show Links: 

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> September has Truck Driver Appreciation Week and that means you’ve likely seen several posts on your social media feeds “Thanking a Trucker.”  But what are some ways you can do more than a social media post? We’re breaking down some campaigns being run by some of the bigger companies but also revealing exactly what truckers have previously said they want during this week and year-round. 

Show Links: 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9263466 Tue, 28 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400 816 full false The New Era of Digital Marketing The New Era of Digital Marketing iOS15 is here and with that, we enter a new era of digital marketing. 

Why? 

Because the data companies will be able to collect will be severely limited. 

Which makes it more important than ever to focus on building your first-party data collection process. So that's what we're covering in today's episode to make sure you're prepared for what's to come.


Show Links: 


Listen to these shows next: 



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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> iOS15 is here and with that, we enter a new era of digital marketing. 

Why? 

Because the data companies will be able to collect will be severely limited. 

Which makes it more important than ever to focus on building your first-party data collection process. So that's what we're covering in today's episode to make sure you're prepared for what's to come.


Show Links: 


Listen to these shows next: 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9263383 Mon, 27 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400 767 full false Making the Right Technology Choices with Mike Mulqueen Making the Right Technology Choices with Mike Mulqueen In this episode, we’re talking about the flood of technology that has hit the logistics market and how it can make or break a company should they choose the wrong provider. But how do you know what technology is right for your business? That’s what our guest Mike Mulqueen of JBF Consulting is breaking that all down today. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, we’re talking about the flood of technology that has hit the logistics market and how it can make or break a company should they choose the wrong provider. But how do you know what technology is right for your business? That’s what our guest Mike Mulqueen of JBF Consulting is breaking that all down today. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9190262 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1849 full false A Freight Family Affair with Burns Logistics A Freight Family Affair with Burns Logistics In this episode, we have Big Ed Burns and his son Ed Burns also joining the show to talk about bridging the gap between the family dynamics of running a business together--especially when you can combine the superpowers of the veteran leadership with new insights. 




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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, we have Big Ed Burns and his son Ed Burns also joining the show to talk about bridging the gap between the family dynamics of running a business together--especially when you can combine the superpowers of the veteran leadership with new insights. 




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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9209041 Tue, 21 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1759 full false The Entrepreneurship Mindset With Metromax’s Demarco Thomas [rebroadcast] The Entrepreneurship Mindset With Metromax’s Demarco Thomas [rebroadcast] Owner of Metromax Dispatch, Metromax Solutions, and Metromax Express Demarco Thomas sits down with The Digital Dispatch podcast to talk about his entrepreneurship journey, why outsourcing in logistics is important, and the opportunities in the last-mile sector. 

Many of us in the logistics space weren’t born into it--we came into it by chance, fell in love with the opportunities, and were able to be that fresh pair of eyes on the inefficiencies. 

That’s the case for Metromax owner Demarco Thomas who oversees three divisions within the brand: Dispatch, [outsourcing] Solutions, and just recently launched, Metromax Express for last-mile delivery. 

Coming from the military and finance industries, Demarco got into trucking by chance when a friend asked him for financial advice. Once Demarco ran the numbers, he saw a lot of potential problems—but also found a way to solve those problems. 

It didn’t take him long but one truck turned into dozens with multiple logistics solutions and more on the way, In today's show, Demarco is telling us how he learned through several business failures and came out on the other side with an even better perspective that’s helped him grow the Metromax brand. After all, failure teaches us much more about ourselves and our business than sitting on the sidelines ever could.

This is a good one so if you’re feeling a little stuck and not sure which direction to go, or perhaps you’re already successful and looking to feel inspired, this is the interview for you.


Where to find Demarco & Metromax



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Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Owner of Metromax Dispatch, Metromax Solutions, and Metromax Express Demarco Thomas sits down with The Digital Dispatch podcast to talk about his entrepreneurship journey, why outsourcing in logistics is important, and the opportunities in the last-mile sector. 

Many of us in the logistics space weren’t born into it--we came into it by chance, fell in love with the opportunities, and were able to be that fresh pair of eyes on the inefficiencies. 

That’s the case for Metromax owner Demarco Thomas who oversees three divisions within the brand: Dispatch, [outsourcing] Solutions, and just recently launched, Metromax Express for last-mile delivery. 

Coming from the military and finance industries, Demarco got into trucking by chance when a friend asked him for financial advice. Once Demarco ran the numbers, he saw a lot of potential problems—but also found a way to solve those problems. 

It didn’t take him long but one truck turned into dozens with multiple logistics solutions and more on the way, In today's show, Demarco is telling us how he learned through several business failures and came out on the other side with an even better perspective that’s helped him grow the Metromax brand. After all, failure teaches us much more about ourselves and our business than sitting on the sidelines ever could.

This is a good one so if you’re feeling a little stuck and not sure which direction to go, or perhaps you’re already successful and looking to feel inspired, this is the interview for you.


Where to find Demarco & Metromax



Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9209341 Fri, 17 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400 3678 full false How to Make Freight Tech Your Asset with Sandy Vosk How to Make Freight Tech Your Asset with Sandy Vosk In this episode, we’re talking about the introduction of technology to the freight industry and how making those choices can strengthen, or harm,  your overall business. 

Guiding us through this tech transition is Sandy Vosk of Advanced Technology Solutions to share his lengthy experience with how businesses can set themselves up for success


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, we’re talking about the introduction of technology to the freight industry and how making those choices can strengthen, or harm,  your overall business. 

Guiding us through this tech transition is Sandy Vosk of Advanced Technology Solutions to share his lengthy experience with how businesses can set themselves up for success


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9190154 Thu, 16 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1952 full false How to Start Your Digital Marketing Plan How to Start Your Digital Marketing Plan The question I was asked the most while on the road was, "How do I start?" 

This question was asked mostly by folks who know marketing is important but don't have a dedicated employee to handle the tasks. 

And if they try to tackle it, it's usually the thing that's put on the back burner first. 

Couple this with marketing agencies as a whole struggling with hiring as folks try to avoid agency burnout by going in-house.

So if you're too busy to handle it yourself and marketing agencies as a business structure are struggling to retain talent, how do you start?

That's what we're covering in today's episode. 



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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The question I was asked the most while on the road was, "How do I start?" 

This question was asked mostly by folks who know marketing is important but don't have a dedicated employee to handle the tasks. 

And if they try to tackle it, it's usually the thing that's put on the back burner first. 

Couple this with marketing agencies as a whole struggling with hiring as folks try to avoid agency burnout by going in-house.

So if you're too busy to handle it yourself and marketing agencies as a business structure are struggling to retain talent, how do you start?

That's what we're covering in today's episode. 



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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9190057 Tue, 14 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1410 full false Trucking’s Training Problem With Desiree Wood Trucking’s Training Problem With Desiree Wood In this episode, we’re talking with the founder of REAL Women in Trucking, Desiree Wood. She’s been a driver for years and is shining a light on where the industry needs to improve--and it’s not necessarily in recruiting--but in the retention and training portion of onboarding. She highlights A LOT of areas that most in the industry aren’t aware of--including myself. 

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, we’re talking with the founder of REAL Women in Trucking, Desiree Wood. She’s been a driver for years and is shining a light on where the industry needs to improve--and it’s not necessarily in recruiting--but in the retention and training portion of onboarding. She highlights A LOT of areas that most in the industry aren’t aware of--including myself. 

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9150337 Wed, 08 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400 2292 full false How to Make Trucking Cool Again with Adam Wingfield How to Make Trucking Cool Again with Adam Wingfield In this episode, we’re chatting with former driver and now owner of Innovative Logistics Group Adam Wingfield on the challenges of the perceived “driver shortage”. Adam breaks down how trucking has an image problem and the coolest aspects of the job aren’t being talked about enough. He drops a lot of gems in this convo so I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did. 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, we’re chatting with former driver and now owner of Innovative Logistics Group Adam Wingfield on the challenges of the perceived “driver shortage”. Adam breaks down how trucking has an image problem and the coolest aspects of the job aren’t being talked about enough. He drops a lot of gems in this convo so I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did. 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9150049 Tue, 07 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400 976 full false Content Creation with The Freight Coach Chris Jolly Content Creation with The Freight Coach Chris Jolly In this episode, we’re sitting down with one of the more prolific creators in freight--Chris Jolly. In early 2020, he started creating content and hasn’t looked back since. His podcast, Coffee with the Freight Coach, is considered one of the tops in the industry and after this interview, it’s clear as day as to why. 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, we’re sitting down with one of the more prolific creators in freight--Chris Jolly. In early 2020, he started creating content and hasn’t looked back since. His podcast, Coffee with the Freight Coach, is considered one of the tops in the industry and after this interview, it’s clear as day as to why. 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9125005 Fri, 03 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400 2235 full false Bonnie Plants, PCS Software, and Detmar Logistics On The Power of Collaboration Bonnie Plants, PCS Software, and Detmar Logistics On The Power of Collaboration We hear the phrase “collaboration” all the time but what does it really mean when it comes to complex supply chains? CEO of PCS Software Chris Poelma, President of Detmar Logistics Matt Detmar, and Director of Supply Chain for Bonnie Plants Gabriel Parades joins me live in San Antonio to talk about how they’ve enhanced collaboration and technology with the learning lessons of 2020.

Hope y’all enjoy….


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> We hear the phrase “collaboration” all the time but what does it really mean when it comes to complex supply chains? CEO of PCS Software Chris Poelma, President of Detmar Logistics Matt Detmar, and Director of Supply Chain for Bonnie Plants Gabriel Parades joins me live in San Antonio to talk about how they’ve enhanced collaboration and technology with the learning lessons of 2020.

Hope y’all enjoy….


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9106919 Thu, 02 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400 3182 full false Lessons From Hitting Rock Bottom with Armstrong Transport’s CEO Brian Mann Lessons From Hitting Rock Bottom with Armstrong Transport’s CEO Brian Mann In this episode, I’m chatting with a former colleague of mine--Brian Mann. He and I were working together at a 3PL here in Jacksonville before they suddenly shut down. That experience was traumatic for both of us--but it ultimately led to bigger and better things for us both. It was a nice full-circle experience for me to see how far both of us have come and he shares those lessons he learned the hard way and how they ultimately shape how he runs his company today. 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, I’m chatting with a former colleague of mine--Brian Mann. He and I were working together at a 3PL here in Jacksonville before they suddenly shut down. That experience was traumatic for both of us--but it ultimately led to bigger and better things for us both. It was a nice full-circle experience for me to see how far both of us have come and he shares those lessons he learned the hard way and how they ultimately shape how he runs his company today. 


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9106785 Wed, 01 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1278 full false How Three Freight Agents Found Their Path to Success How Three Freight Agents Found Their Path to Success In this episode, we’ve got a panel discussion on what makes for a successful freight agent. This conversation was recorded while up in Charlotte attending the annual agent conference hosted by Armstrong Transport Group. Three agents, Tony Orton, Pamela Mitchell, and Rod Clark all join the show to talk about what they looked for in an agent partner, where they struggle the most, and how future freight agents can vet their next partner. 


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, we’ve got a panel discussion on what makes for a successful freight agent. This conversation was recorded while up in Charlotte attending the annual agent conference hosted by Armstrong Transport Group. Three agents, Tony Orton, Pamela Mitchell, and Rod Clark all join the show to talk about what they looked for in an agent partner, where they struggle the most, and how future freight agents can vet their next partner. 


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9106595 Mon, 30 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1843 full false The Role of a Marketing Architect with Amanda Natividad The Role of a Marketing Architect with Amanda Natividad The role of marketing within business continues to evolve and as we evolve, we need more and more expertise from the folks who have seen the process from all different angles.  

That's why we have Sparktoro's Amanda Natividad joining the show to talk about her role as the company's Marketing Architect to take the experience she's learned throughout her career and apply it to a new company. 

Amanda is one of my favorite people to follow for her marketing perspective and in this episode, she's sharing tips on modern social media marketing, what B2B can learn from B2C, proving ROI, and so much more. 


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The role of marketing within business continues to evolve and as we evolve, we need more and more expertise from the folks who have seen the process from all different angles.  

That's why we have Sparktoro's Amanda Natividad joining the show to talk about her role as the company's Marketing Architect to take the experience she's learned throughout her career and apply it to a new company. 

Amanda is one of my favorite people to follow for her marketing perspective and in this episode, she's sharing tips on modern social media marketing, what B2B can learn from B2C, proving ROI, and so much more. 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Buzzsprout-9045318 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400 2164 full false 5 Steps to Embracing the Marketing Dark Side 5 Steps to Embracing the Marketing Dark Side A wise little green puppet once said, “the fear of loss is a path to the dark side.” 

But what if I told you embracing the marketing dark funnel is a pathway that leads to many abilities, none of which are unnatural?

That’s our main topic for today as we dive into the world of how your audience ~really~ shares the content they enjoy. 

Whether it’s through screenshots, text messages, or a Slack channel--your audience is sharing content through what’s called the Marketing Dark Funnel. 

And we should embrace it. 

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> A wise little green puppet once said, “the fear of loss is a path to the dark side.” 

But what if I told you embracing the marketing dark funnel is a pathway that leads to many abilities, none of which are unnatural?

That’s our main topic for today as we dive into the world of how your audience ~really~ shares the content they enjoy. 

Whether it’s through screenshots, text messages, or a Slack channel--your audience is sharing content through what’s called the Marketing Dark Funnel. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-9045252 Fri, 20 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400 906 full false ITS Logistics Patrick McFarland on the TMSA and Evolving in Marketing ITS Logistics Patrick McFarland on the TMSA and Evolving in Marketing The TMSA has been around for decades and with that comes the need for evolution in how you attack your marketing. TMSA board member and Director of Marketing for ITS Logistics Patrick McFarland is joining the show to talk about the changes and challenges faced when deciding it's time to evolve your own marketing strategies. 


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]]> The TMSA has been around for decades and with that comes the need for evolution in how you attack your marketing. TMSA board member and Director of Marketing for ITS Logistics Patrick McFarland is joining the show to talk about the changes and challenges faced when deciding it's time to evolve your own marketing strategies. 


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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9033376 Wed, 18 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1629 full false Running a Freight SaaS Startup in Miami with Cargologik’s CEO Miles Varghese Running a Freight SaaS Startup in Miami with Cargologik’s CEO Miles Varghese No one could have predicted Miami, Florida becoming the hottest scene for technology. But after 2020, Cargologik's CEO Miles Varghese is joining the show to tell us how he's now capitalizing on the growing networking and freight tech scene as Miami moves to become the new Silicon Valley. 


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]]> No one could have predicted Miami, Florida becoming the hottest scene for technology. But after 2020, Cargologik's CEO Miles Varghese is joining the show to tell us how he's now capitalizing on the growing networking and freight tech scene as Miami moves to become the new Silicon Valley. 


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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-9033346 Mon, 16 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1548 full false What Reality TV Can Teach Us About Brand Safety What Reality TV Can Teach Us About Brand Safety Fans of the Bravo reality show Southern Charm probably already know what happened to our sweet Noami and her relationship with Metul that ended in a very public cheating scandal. But as fans of Noami started to rally to defend her betrayal at the hands of the ex, the social media mob started to swarm on Metul. 

So let's use this reality TV drama as a lesson in brand safety. Whether an employee or person closely associated with your brand/or company, you need to be ready for battle (aka a good defensive + response plan) should you find yourself getting canceled on the internet. 

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]]> Fans of the Bravo reality show Southern Charm probably already know what happened to our sweet Noami and her relationship with Metul that ended in a very public cheating scandal. But as fans of Noami started to rally to defend her betrayal at the hands of the ex, the social media mob started to swarm on Metul. 

So let's use this reality TV drama as a lesson in brand safety. Whether an employee or person closely associated with your brand/or company, you need to be ready for battle (aka a good defensive + response plan) should you find yourself getting canceled on the internet. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-9008912 Fri, 13 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400 862 full false Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed with Truck N' Hustle Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed with Truck N' Hustle Truck N' Hustle host and creator Rahmel Wattley is truly one of the gems of the industry. Not only is he helping bridge the educational gap between new folks entering the logistics space but he's one of just a few folks responsible for ushering in this content renaissance we've been seeing throughout trucking. 


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]]> Truck N' Hustle host and creator Rahmel Wattley is truly one of the gems of the industry. Not only is he helping bridge the educational gap between new folks entering the logistics space but he's one of just a few folks responsible for ushering in this content renaissance we've been seeing throughout trucking. 


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]]> Buzzsprout-9008831 Wed, 11 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1467 full false Marketing Reports The C-Suite Won’t Throw In the Trash Marketing Reports The C-Suite Won’t Throw In the Trash We’ve all been there--we’ve generated a report from a martech tool that makes us look GOOD by showing how many likes and comments the latest Instagram or Linkedin post got. 

And for a while, the novelty did matter. But as marketing has evolved and buying habits have changed, our education of what modern marketing is should evolve with it. 

Because with shrinking marketing budgets and the pressure from the C-suite, it’s never been more important for marketers to know what’s driving revenue but to also be able to explain efforts in a way the C-suite understands.


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]]> We’ve all been there--we’ve generated a report from a martech tool that makes us look GOOD by showing how many likes and comments the latest Instagram or Linkedin post got. 

And for a while, the novelty did matter. But as marketing has evolved and buying habits have changed, our education of what modern marketing is should evolve with it. 

Because with shrinking marketing budgets and the pressure from the C-suite, it’s never been more important for marketers to know what’s driving revenue but to also be able to explain efforts in a way the C-suite understands.


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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8920636 Mon, 09 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1255 full false The Hidden Power of Subject Matter Interviews The Hidden Power of Subject Matter Interviews When a business decides they need a new website or want to start a new marketing campaign, most marketers will suggest starting with gathering insight from the experts within the company--also known as subject matter experts. 

But how do you put these SME’s in a position to give you the insight you need to do your job? That’s the main topic we’re diving into today as the insight you get from those interviews can help drive the rest of the marketing ship.

Also part of the conversation is a buddy of mine for many years--Kyle MacNaught of Freight+. He’s helping us to break down his tactics used in real-world situations to help you get the information needed to make your company shine. 

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]]> When a business decides they need a new website or want to start a new marketing campaign, most marketers will suggest starting with gathering insight from the experts within the company--also known as subject matter experts. 

But how do you put these SME’s in a position to give you the insight you need to do your job? That’s the main topic we’re diving into today as the insight you get from those interviews can help drive the rest of the marketing ship.

Also part of the conversation is a buddy of mine for many years--Kyle MacNaught of Freight+. He’s helping us to break down his tactics used in real-world situations to help you get the information needed to make your company shine. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-8920334 Fri, 06 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1829 full false Employees Hold All the Power Employees Hold All the Power During our Great Resignation episode, I discussed new research indicating the non-monetary reasons employees were and still are redefining their work experience.  

This shift in mindset towards a greater work/life balance is driving companies to finally become flexible with their employment requirements including where and how often to work. 

So who better to give us insight from inside the trenches of hiring than Charlie Saffro--owner of CS Recruiting. 

In this episode, we’re going to talk about those unique hiring challenges along with ways employers can stand out in order to attract their ideal employees--and how employees can leverage the power they currently hold. 


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]]> During our Great Resignation episode, I discussed new research indicating the non-monetary reasons employees were and still are redefining their work experience.  

This shift in mindset towards a greater work/life balance is driving companies to finally become flexible with their employment requirements including where and how often to work. 

So who better to give us insight from inside the trenches of hiring than Charlie Saffro--owner of CS Recruiting. 

In this episode, we’re going to talk about those unique hiring challenges along with ways employers can stand out in order to attract their ideal employees--and how employees can leverage the power they currently hold. 


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Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8920108 Tue, 03 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1420 full false The Hidden Opportunities in Driver Retention The Hidden Opportunities in Driver Retention While attending a TSA event on driver retention, one of the common themes from the panel was how so many carriers are so focused on recruiting that they forget about retaining the good drivers they’ve already hired. 

So Danny Goff of Driver Reach joined the show to talk about where he sees opportunities for improvement from processes to relationship management. 

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]]> While attending a TSA event on driver retention, one of the common themes from the panel was how so many carriers are so focused on recruiting that they forget about retaining the good drivers they’ve already hired. 

So Danny Goff of Driver Reach joined the show to talk about where he sees opportunities for improvement from processes to relationship management. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-8920539 Mon, 02 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1481 full false Making Your TMS Data Actionable with PCS Software Making Your TMS Data Actionable with PCS Software We all know the benefits software can give us and as more data and tech come into freight, who’s managing the flow of information making it accessible to all the parties who need it?

And once that access to the information is given, how do we make that data actionable? 

Well, PCS Software is here to provide that solution with one central platform for all sectors of transportation to use and includes the carriers, the brokers, AND the shippers. 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> We all know the benefits software can give us and as more data and tech come into freight, who’s managing the flow of information making it accessible to all the parties who need it?

And once that access to the information is given, how do we make that data actionable? 

Well, PCS Software is here to provide that solution with one central platform for all sectors of transportation to use and includes the carriers, the brokers, AND the shippers. 


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]]> Buzzsprout-8920498 Fri, 30 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1195 full false The Value of Being Your Own First Customer with Duke.ai Marcus Cooksey The Value of Being Your Own First Customer with Duke.ai Marcus Cooksey A great business idea often stems from your own personal experiences where you experienced a problem and developed your own solution to it. 

Only Marcus Cooksey took that one step further when he started his business, Duke.AI. Not only did he develop a solution he needed in his own trucking business, but he then saw the opportunity to help others in his same situation by helping folks recognize the hidden costs in a bad accounting process. 

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]]> A great business idea often stems from your own personal experiences where you experienced a problem and developed your own solution to it. 

Only Marcus Cooksey took that one step further when he started his business, Duke.AI. Not only did he develop a solution he needed in his own trucking business, but he then saw the opportunity to help others in his same situation by helping folks recognize the hidden costs in a bad accounting process. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-8920201 Thu, 29 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1333 full false Christmas in July with Retail Planning and AR Experiences Christmas in July with Retail Planning and AR Experiences Remember during the 2020 holiday season we were all told “you better order those Christmas presents EARLY” ---well I don’t have to tell folks in logistics and supply chain that we’ve been in a perpetual holiday season ever since. 

So I thought it would be insightful to get the man in charge of retail coverage over at Freightwaves, Andrew Cox, on the show to talk about how retailers are prepping the upcoming season--in July.


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]]> Remember during the 2020 holiday season we were all told “you better order those Christmas presents EARLY” ---well I don’t have to tell folks in logistics and supply chain that we’ve been in a perpetual holiday season ever since. 

So I thought it would be insightful to get the man in charge of retail coverage over at Freightwaves, Andrew Cox, on the show to talk about how retailers are prepping the upcoming season--in July.


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]]> Buzzsprout-8919959 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1352 full false Why The Logistics Plan of the Tokyo Olympics Took 10 Years To Complete Why The Logistics Plan of the Tokyo Olympics Took 10 Years To Complete The ethos of competition is better, faster, stronger. 

We see it in every aspect of business, life, and of course, sports.  More specifically The Olympic Games.

And in 2020, where we saw what the world looked like without sports, we saw what a society looks like without rooting for a common goal. 

With all that said, it was interesting to dive into the logistics of the Tokyo Olympics and how that has evolved--and continues to evolve even days before the opening ceremonies. This story does pair well with the show notes so be sure to check those out for any visuals I’m referring to. 

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]]> The ethos of competition is better, faster, stronger. 

We see it in every aspect of business, life, and of course, sports.  More specifically The Olympic Games.

And in 2020, where we saw what the world looked like without sports, we saw what a society looks like without rooting for a common goal. 

With all that said, it was interesting to dive into the logistics of the Tokyo Olympics and how that has evolved--and continues to evolve even days before the opening ceremonies. This story does pair well with the show notes so be sure to check those out for any visuals I’m referring to. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-8919745 Mon, 26 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1243 full false New Research Reveals What Workers Want in 'The Great Resignation' New Research Reveals What Workers Want in 'The Great Resignation' A big topic over the last few months has been the shift in power from companies doing the hiring to the workers having a renewed sense of achieving a better work/life balance. That’s the main topic for today’s show as we discuss the future of work by looking to our past, present, and future with numbers from a new report covering the State of Independence.

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]]> A big topic over the last few months has been the shift in power from companies doing the hiring to the workers having a renewed sense of achieving a better work/life balance. That’s the main topic for today’s show as we discuss the future of work by looking to our past, present, and future with numbers from a new report covering the State of Independence.

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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8907585 Fri, 23 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -0400 823 full false Women and The Assertive Backlash Women and The Assertive Backlash I first learned about Sue Reynolds as I was watching one of her TikTok's referring to common phrases women tend to use in emails that give the perception that she’s lacking confidence in her work, what she’s stating, or what she’s requesting. 

In fact when women over-apologize in an email or use the word “just”--it’s subconsciously signaling that she wants to avoid any possible tension--also known as the assertive backlash. 

In today's episode, Sue is breaking down all the faux pas so women can avoid giving off the perception that she's lacking in confidence.

Sue Reynolds  website for Carmine Media plus her TikTok

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]]> I first learned about Sue Reynolds as I was watching one of her TikTok's referring to common phrases women tend to use in emails that give the perception that she’s lacking confidence in her work, what she’s stating, or what she’s requesting. 

In fact when women over-apologize in an email or use the word “just”--it’s subconsciously signaling that she wants to avoid any possible tension--also known as the assertive backlash. 

In today's episode, Sue is breaking down all the faux pas so women can avoid giving off the perception that she's lacking in confidence.

Sue Reynolds  website for Carmine Media plus her TikTok

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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8890945 Tue, 20 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0400 1474 full false Leading in Logistics with Kristy Knichel Leading in Logistics with Kristy Knichel Kristy Knichel, the powerhouse herself of Knichel Logistics is joining the show to talk about taking over the family business, the power of networking, and why mentoring matters so much. 


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]]> Kristy Knichel, the powerhouse herself of Knichel Logistics is joining the show to talk about taking over the family business, the power of networking, and why mentoring matters so much. 


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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8846418 Fri, 16 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0400 1018 full false Trucking for Millennials Hits 100 Episodes Trucking for Millennials Hits 100 Episodes If you've been thinking about starting a podcast in the trucking industry, there's no better place to learn than from the guys at PDQ America who just hit 100 episodes for their Trucking for Millennials podcast. Hear from hosts Aaron Dunn and Michael Clements as they share their perspectives on starting a podcast and keeping it going in hopes to hit more milestones. 




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]]> If you've been thinking about starting a podcast in the trucking industry, there's no better place to learn than from the guys at PDQ America who just hit 100 episodes for their Trucking for Millennials podcast. Hear from hosts Aaron Dunn and Michael Clements as they share their perspectives on starting a podcast and keeping it going in hopes to hit more milestones. 




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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8846329 Wed, 14 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0400 1610 full false July’s Social Media News + Why Now Is The Time to Experiment July’s Social Media News + Why Now Is The Time to Experiment In today’s world, you’re thrown some breaking news multiple times….every single day

And for those of us in logistics marketing and sales, we’re trying to keep up with SO MUCH in addition to doing our daily work. 

So how do you keep up with all of this news and then use that knowledge to impact your own business? In today’s episode, I’m gonna show ya. 



Fav Logistics TikTok Accounts

  • NFI--company history, driver safety, workplace culture
  • Logistoks--broker talk, questions, strategy
  • Trucker Wazeer --if you check the comments on his posts, he’s a one-man recruiting machine
  • Ry Shorosky--hire this man for your photo and video needs!


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]]> In today’s world, you’re thrown some breaking news multiple times….every single day

And for those of us in logistics marketing and sales, we’re trying to keep up with SO MUCH in addition to doing our daily work. 

So how do you keep up with all of this news and then use that knowledge to impact your own business? In today’s episode, I’m gonna show ya. 



Fav Logistics TikTok Accounts

  • NFI--company history, driver safety, workplace culture
  • Logistoks--broker talk, questions, strategy
  • Trucker Wazeer --if you check the comments on his posts, he’s a one-man recruiting machine
  • Ry Shorosky--hire this man for your photo and video needs!


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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8845291 Mon, 12 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1150 full false Must-Haves for Measuring Your Recruiting Efforts Must-Haves for Measuring Your Recruiting Efforts About a month ago, I pulled together two interviews about working with trucking influencers to help your recruiting efforts--one interview focused on the business side of things while the other focused on the trucking side of the coin. 

That show titled “Pitfalls and Perks of Working With Trucking Influencers” is one episode you folks seemed to REALLY like so in today’s episode, we’re taking it one step further by looking at your marketing metrics, especially when it comes to driver recruiting strategies, so you can start to measure the success...or failure….of your efforts. 

By using Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and your own website, I’m showing you how to measure your online recruiting effectiveness so you can do less of what isn’t working and double down on what is. 

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]]> About a month ago, I pulled together two interviews about working with trucking influencers to help your recruiting efforts--one interview focused on the business side of things while the other focused on the trucking side of the coin. 

That show titled “Pitfalls and Perks of Working With Trucking Influencers” is one episode you folks seemed to REALLY like so in today’s episode, we’re taking it one step further by looking at your marketing metrics, especially when it comes to driver recruiting strategies, so you can start to measure the success...or failure….of your efforts. 

By using Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and your own website, I’m showing you how to measure your online recruiting effectiveness so you can do less of what isn’t working and double down on what is. 

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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8814936 Thu, 08 Jul 2021 04:00:00 -0400 1170 full false Today’s Freight Tech and How It Fits Into Our Workday Today’s Freight Tech and How It Fits Into Our Workday Nick Dangles has been in brokerage for more than a decade but in 2020 he co-founded the company Kinectic with the goal of helping tech-focused business owners enter the logistics space.

It's all for good reason because this slower-to-change industry has had more tech entering the scene and in order to keep up with the big guys--ya gotta invest. 

But where do you invest and what should be driving those purchasing decisions? Nick breaks it all down for us in this episode. 

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]]> Nick Dangles has been in brokerage for more than a decade but in 2020 he co-founded the company Kinectic with the goal of helping tech-focused business owners enter the logistics space.

It's all for good reason because this slower-to-change industry has had more tech entering the scene and in order to keep up with the big guys--ya gotta invest. 

But where do you invest and what should be driving those purchasing decisions? Nick breaks it all down for us in this episode. 

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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8815255 Wed, 07 Jul 2021 04:00:00 -0400 1160 full false Why Now Is the Time To Start a Podcast Why Now Is the Time To Start a Podcast Podcasting has been trending towards a dominant medium for a few years now--which may make those who are on the fence about starting a show a tad bit nervous to take the plunge. 

But on today’s episode, I’m giving you some perspective and context around the latest podcasting stats to hopefully see the value in your own company show and encourage you to get started.

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]]> Podcasting has been trending towards a dominant medium for a few years now--which may make those who are on the fence about starting a show a tad bit nervous to take the plunge. 

But on today’s episode, I’m giving you some perspective and context around the latest podcasting stats to hopefully see the value in your own company show and encourage you to get started.

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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8815613 Tue, 06 Jul 2021 04:00:00 -0400 1029 full false Cybersecurity Basics Every Company Should Have Cybersecurity Basics Every Company Should Have I shouldn’t have to tell you that cybersecurity is a growing concern in the logistics industry ~especially as veteran companies make the digital transition for most of their business processes~ but every day there seems to be a new cybersecurity issue affecting numerous parts of the supply chain. 

But since we do have to have this reminder, who better than Dan Foster of Stratus Grid to break it all down for us. 

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]]> I shouldn’t have to tell you that cybersecurity is a growing concern in the logistics industry ~especially as veteran companies make the digital transition for most of their business processes~ but every day there seems to be a new cybersecurity issue affecting numerous parts of the supply chain. 

But since we do have to have this reminder, who better than Dan Foster of Stratus Grid to break it all down for us. 

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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8771773 Fri, 02 Jul 2021 02:00:00 -0400 1184 full false From Brokerage to Content Creator with Grace Sharkey From Brokerage to Content Creator with Grace Sharkey Grace Sharkey is one of those women that when you see her, she’s magnetic. This former in-house brokerage employee rose to the ranks to eventual CSO and has now found a new calling in creating content both in the written word and video. 


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]]> Grace Sharkey is one of those women that when you see her, she’s magnetic. This former in-house brokerage employee rose to the ranks to eventual CSO and has now found a new calling in creating content both in the written word and video. 


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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8771492 Wed, 30 Jun 2021 02:00:00 -0400 1498 full false Maximizing the One-Person Marketing Team Maximizing the One-Person Marketing Team The freelance and remote employee pool have grown tremendously over the last year, and with many people looking for greater flexibility when it comes to work/life balance, the great resignation has been happening and one-person or small marketing teams have the most to gain from this shift. 

So as an experienced one-person marketing team for more than a decade, I’m showing you how I get it all done and how you can replicate this process. 


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]]> The freelance and remote employee pool have grown tremendously over the last year, and with many people looking for greater flexibility when it comes to work/life balance, the great resignation has been happening and one-person or small marketing teams have the most to gain from this shift. 

So as an experienced one-person marketing team for more than a decade, I’m showing you how I get it all done and how you can replicate this process. 


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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8771071 Mon, 28 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1000 full false A Different Way to Save the Planet A Different Way to Save the Planet Carbon is often seen as a dirty word when it comes to the desire to save the planet but what if we could utilize that source to create a cohesive environment from the soil to the animals we eat and the air we breathe? That’s the concept around Regenerative Ranching and Doniga Markegard is hoping to bring awareness to the idea that carbon doesn’t have to be our enemy. 

In Netflix’s documentary Kiss the Ground, many viewers were given their first glimpse of how the human species can utilize regenerative farming practices that takes carbon from the air and replenishes to where it’s needed most: our soil. Creating an environment where the soil and animals are biologically conditioned to thrive, farmers like Doniga are using technology to create a cohesive ecosystem on their ranch to avoid the negative side effects factory farming has on our planet. 

In our chat with Doniga, she’s breaking down how she got started as a regenerative rancher and how cattle can be good for the environment by mimicking nature to restore carbon in the soils and promote biodiversity.


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]]> Carbon is often seen as a dirty word when it comes to the desire to save the planet but what if we could utilize that source to create a cohesive environment from the soil to the animals we eat and the air we breathe? That’s the concept around Regenerative Ranching and Doniga Markegard is hoping to bring awareness to the idea that carbon doesn’t have to be our enemy. 

In Netflix’s documentary Kiss the Ground, many viewers were given their first glimpse of how the human species can utilize regenerative farming practices that takes carbon from the air and replenishes to where it’s needed most: our soil. Creating an environment where the soil and animals are biologically conditioned to thrive, farmers like Doniga are using technology to create a cohesive ecosystem on their ranch to avoid the negative side effects factory farming has on our planet. 

In our chat with Doniga, she’s breaking down how she got started as a regenerative rancher and how cattle can be good for the environment by mimicking nature to restore carbon in the soils and promote biodiversity.


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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8759689 Fri, 25 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1010 full false Ladies Leadership Coalition with Nicole Glenn Ladies Leadership Coalition with Nicole Glenn Ever since connecting with her about a year ago on Linkedin, Nicole Glenn has been a woman in logistics that I’ve looked up to--so it was wonderful to finally get her a recent episode of Cyberly where we got to dive into:

  • How the trucking industry sucked her in when she was just 18 years old and hasn’t left since
  • Founding her company Candor Expedite and ultimately thriving during COVID by shifting company gears
  • Her passion for marketing and working to build other women up by launching the group Ladies Leadership Coalition

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]]> Ever since connecting with her about a year ago on Linkedin, Nicole Glenn has been a woman in logistics that I’ve looked up to--so it was wonderful to finally get her a recent episode of Cyberly where we got to dive into:

  • How the trucking industry sucked her in when she was just 18 years old and hasn’t left since
  • Founding her company Candor Expedite and ultimately thriving during COVID by shifting company gears
  • Her passion for marketing and working to build other women up by launching the group Ladies Leadership Coalition

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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8695591 Wed, 23 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1359 full false Getting Strategic With Your Sales Plan Getting Strategic With Your Sales Plan If you’ve spent any time on Logistics Linkedin, you’ve probably seen Michael Neme giving out free sales game that’s must-see material. That’s because he thinks in the long haul--not in the short term when it comes to his sales approach. 

If you’re working in any kind of sales role, not just on the brokerage side of logistics,  Michael helps you to think outside the box to ensure longevity plus prosperity. 

Hope you all enjoy this episode and come away with some really insightful sales tactics and how marketing can help sales teams achieve those goals too….

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]]> If you’ve spent any time on Logistics Linkedin, you’ve probably seen Michael Neme giving out free sales game that’s must-see material. That’s because he thinks in the long haul--not in the short term when it comes to his sales approach. 

If you’re working in any kind of sales role, not just on the brokerage side of logistics,  Michael helps you to think outside the box to ensure longevity plus prosperity. 

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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8735154 Mon, 21 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1573 full false CEO Things with Melanie Patterson CEO Things with Melanie Patterson If you’ve spent any time on trucking Instagram, you likely know who Melanie Patterson is. 

She’s got her Masters degree, she’s a former ER nurse, and CEO of several companies, so she’s got more than enough chops to now start another division to her trucking company, Integrity Transit, by launching a knowledge center to help clear the air about working in the logistics industry. 

It was so much fun to chat with Melanie and learn about her career and how she tackles so many different things--all with a giant smile on her face. Hope you all enjoy this chat as much as I did. 

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]]> If you’ve spent any time on trucking Instagram, you likely know who Melanie Patterson is. 

She’s got her Masters degree, she’s a former ER nurse, and CEO of several companies, so she’s got more than enough chops to now start another division to her trucking company, Integrity Transit, by launching a knowledge center to help clear the air about working in the logistics industry. 

It was so much fun to chat with Melanie and learn about her career and how she tackles so many different things--all with a giant smile on her face. Hope you all enjoy this chat as much as I did. 

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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8695580 Fri, 18 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1424 full false Why the Good Marketers Will Thrive in the Post-Privacy World Why the Good Marketers Will Thrive in the Post-Privacy World Have you received the notification while on an iPhone that asks your permission to be tracked?

Well, those privacy pushes are going to become a greater focus for SOME  tech giants, which might have some ad tech vendors worried. 

But I’ll tell ya why this shouldn’t matter much to the marketers and sales teams out here doing things the right way. 


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]]> Have you received the notification while on an iPhone that asks your permission to be tracked?

Well, those privacy pushes are going to become a greater focus for SOME  tech giants, which might have some ad tech vendors worried. 

But I’ll tell ya why this shouldn’t matter much to the marketers and sales teams out here doing things the right way. 


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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8695570 Wed, 16 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400 719 full false The Art and Science of Change with Meshach Weber The Art and Science of Change with Meshach Weber One of the pleasures of hosting this show is getting to talk to so many smart people. One of those folks is Meshach Weber of Loadsure. 

The way he tackles a marketing challenge from both an analytical and psychological perspective is fascinating to listen to. He’s also got one of the best Linkedin bios I’ve ever seen. Therefore I’m pumped for you guys to hear this interview with him from a recent Cyberly episode. Hope you all enjoy...

Connect with him to instantly become smarter. 


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]]> One of the pleasures of hosting this show is getting to talk to so many smart people. One of those folks is Meshach Weber of Loadsure. 

The way he tackles a marketing challenge from both an analytical and psychological perspective is fascinating to listen to. He’s also got one of the best Linkedin bios I’ve ever seen. Therefore I’m pumped for you guys to hear this interview with him from a recent Cyberly episode. Hope you all enjoy...

Connect with him to instantly become smarter. 


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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8695082 Mon, 14 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1381 full false Facing the Fear of New Challenges Facing the Fear of New Challenges Jeremy Thone hosts a show for the company 3PL systems interviewing folks around the freight space and in this chat, he’s interviewing me where it feels like I’m having a beer with a buddy. 

We dive into A LOT. My start with Freightwaves, the political discourse on social media, the challenges of new platforms, and the evolution of communication. 

It was one of the best conversations I’ve had in a long time so I hope you enjoy it as much as I did…

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]]> Jeremy Thone hosts a show for the company 3PL systems interviewing folks around the freight space and in this chat, he’s interviewing me where it feels like I’m having a beer with a buddy. 

We dive into A LOT. My start with Freightwaves, the political discourse on social media, the challenges of new platforms, and the evolution of communication. 

It was one of the best conversations I’ve had in a long time so I hope you enjoy it as much as I did…

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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8663580 Thu, 10 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400 3851 full false Creating the Aha Moments In Your Marketing Creating the Aha Moments In Your Marketing CMO and CXO of Loadsure Meshach Weber is on today’s episode breaking down the psychological reasons behind our why in marketing. After spending more than a decade in freight tech, Meshach dives into how he started up the variety show ‘Third Thursday’ and why nurturing a community is so vital—all based on the science behind why we buy.

I really enjoyed this convo with Meshach because he’s one of the rare brilliant minds in freight marketing and just listening to how tackles a challenge from an analytical and a creative perspective is fascinating to dive into. 


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Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> CMO and CXO of Loadsure Meshach Weber is on today’s episode breaking down the psychological reasons behind our why in marketing. After spending more than a decade in freight tech, Meshach dives into how he started up the variety show ‘Third Thursday’ and why nurturing a community is so vital—all based on the science behind why we buy.

I really enjoyed this convo with Meshach because he’s one of the rare brilliant minds in freight marketing and just listening to how tackles a challenge from an analytical and a creative perspective is fascinating to dive into. 


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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8663300 Tue, 08 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1377 full false Why Short Form Video Is Here To Stay Why Short Form Video Is Here To Stay In this episode, I'm breaking down how drastically our attention spans have dropped and how your company can create short-form video to target this change without requiring a whole new content marketing strategy.


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Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this episode, I'm breaking down how drastically our attention spans have dropped and how your company can create short-form video to target this change without requiring a whole new content marketing strategy.


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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8574660 Fri, 04 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400 879 full false From Butcher Shop Owner to FedEx Influencer with Danny Catullo From Butcher Shop Owner to FedEx Influencer with Danny Catullo Danny Catullo is a 3rd generation butcher in Cleveland Ohio who started selling his beef, poultry, and pork items online back in 2017. But after facing issues with high shipping prices and limited options, he got to work with FedEx where they developed a specialized box that allowed his products to be shipped all over the US.

Just a few years later, Danny co-founded Perishable Shipping Solutions offering that same service to other business owners. And business is booming! We’re talking with Danny about his journey along with the NFL Draft festivities which at the time of this recording, was happening in his hometown that very night.

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]]> Danny Catullo is a 3rd generation butcher in Cleveland Ohio who started selling his beef, poultry, and pork items online back in 2017. But after facing issues with high shipping prices and limited options, he got to work with FedEx where they developed a specialized box that allowed his products to be shipped all over the US.

Just a few years later, Danny co-founded Perishable Shipping Solutions offering that same service to other business owners. And business is booming! We’re talking with Danny about his journey along with the NFL Draft festivities which at the time of this recording, was happening in his hometown that very night.

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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8574650 Tue, 01 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400 2160 full false Why You Should Stop Worrying About Vanity Marketing Numbers Why You Should Stop Worrying About Vanity Marketing Numbers Did you know that you could be scrolling through Facebook, see a video for a few seconds, never turn the sound on, and Facebook still counts that as a view in the video’s marketing metrics?

This along with other common misinterpretations of data is what we’re diving into with today’s episode because I feel like we need to put some context around some marketing metrics--and why we should care about the right numbers, not the vanity ones. 


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]]> Did you know that you could be scrolling through Facebook, see a video for a few seconds, never turn the sound on, and Facebook still counts that as a view in the video’s marketing metrics?

This along with other common misinterpretations of data is what we’re diving into with today’s episode because I feel like we need to put some context around some marketing metrics--and why we should care about the right numbers, not the vanity ones. 


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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8574632 Wed, 26 May 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1209 full false How To Make Customer Interviews Your Secret Marketing Weapon How To Make Customer Interviews Your Secret Marketing Weapon Katelyn Bourgoin once said, “Don’t sell me a new bed. Sell me a good night’s sleep so I can finally be that person that quits hitting snooze and can make that morning workout on time.”  

That quote has stuck with me ever since and is a driving force in how I create copy for websites, video ideas, product copy, and more. Because understanding your customer at a deeper level is what drives the buying decisions of today and tomorrow. 

I got a chance to talk to Katelyn, owner of CustomerCamp.co about how she gets to where her customers *want* to become in life by conducting customer-centric interviews. 

Using her insight, all of us can start to gain more clarity on what our customers truly want. 

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]]> Katelyn Bourgoin once said, “Don’t sell me a new bed. Sell me a good night’s sleep so I can finally be that person that quits hitting snooze and can make that morning workout on time.”  

That quote has stuck with me ever since and is a driving force in how I create copy for websites, video ideas, product copy, and more. Because understanding your customer at a deeper level is what drives the buying decisions of today and tomorrow. 

I got a chance to talk to Katelyn, owner of CustomerCamp.co about how she gets to where her customers *want* to become in life by conducting customer-centric interviews. 

Using her insight, all of us can start to gain more clarity on what our customers truly want. 

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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8574606 Mon, 24 May 2021 06:00:00 -0400 2215 full false Understanding The Power of Podcasting with Buzzsprout's Alban Brooke Understanding The Power of Podcasting with Buzzsprout's Alban Brooke Alban Brooke is the head of marketing over at Buzzsprout--which is one of the top podcast hosting companies in the world. They're also a fantastic resource for helpful content for any level podcaster--whether you're thinking about starting up your own or you have veteran experience.

Super pumped to have Alban on a recent episode of Cyberly where he's breaking down all the important stats podcasters and creators should be made aware of. Including my favorite stat: that if your podcast gets 37 plays within the first 90 days that you are already in the top percentage of ALL podcasters--an encouraging stat for anyone just getting started.

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]]> Alban Brooke is the head of marketing over at Buzzsprout--which is one of the top podcast hosting companies in the world. They're also a fantastic resource for helpful content for any level podcaster--whether you're thinking about starting up your own or you have veteran experience.

Super pumped to have Alban on a recent episode of Cyberly where he's breaking down all the important stats podcasters and creators should be made aware of. Including my favorite stat: that if your podcast gets 37 plays within the first 90 days that you are already in the top percentage of ALL podcasters--an encouraging stat for anyone just getting started.

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Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8559747 Fri, 21 May 2021 06:00:00 -0400 2786 full false The Costly Mistakes You’re Making With Your Website The Costly Mistakes You’re Making With Your Website One of the cool things about launching a podcast is you get connected with other podcasters fairly quickly---especially those who are in the same industry as you. 

That’s what happened when I joined Adrian Chapman, host of the Recruiting Stories Podcast, and we got to dive into how I got started in the logistics industry, the mistakes most companies make with their website, and the lessons I’ve learned the hard way in my marketing career. 

This was a great convo with Adrian and if you like this interview, be sure to check out his other episodes which I linked to in the show notes. Part of his show’s bio is At some point, we were all just undiscovered, but recruiting creates a fork in the road. This really resonated with me as I think we can all connect with the origin stories. Adrian also runs Cover 3 Recruiting which helps you build championship teams for a greater purpose.



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Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> One of the cool things about launching a podcast is you get connected with other podcasters fairly quickly---especially those who are in the same industry as you. 

That’s what happened when I joined Adrian Chapman, host of the Recruiting Stories Podcast, and we got to dive into how I got started in the logistics industry, the mistakes most companies make with their website, and the lessons I’ve learned the hard way in my marketing career. 

This was a great convo with Adrian and if you like this interview, be sure to check out his other episodes which I linked to in the show notes. Part of his show’s bio is At some point, we were all just undiscovered, but recruiting creates a fork in the road. This really resonated with me as I think we can all connect with the origin stories. Adrian also runs Cover 3 Recruiting which helps you build championship teams for a greater purpose.



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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8545928 Wed, 19 May 2021 06:00:00 -0400 2905 full false Pitfalls and Perks of Working With Trucking Influencers Pitfalls and Perks of Working With Trucking Influencers Since social media’s inception, drivers have had an incredibly strong presence across all channels. Whether it’s Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and now Tiktok, truckers dominate the space. 

So with recruiting and retention of drivers within the industry being an issue for a variety of factors, I always wondered why carriers and hiring firms don’t utilize influencers within the industry more.

Now going back to the show topic….the phrase “influencer” might cause you to roll your eyes. But the quote/unquote word “influencer” has always been around and driven decisions we make. 

Therefore in this show, I’m pulling two interviews we recently conducted on Cyberly where I got to interview Tom Authenthaler of The Influence Marketer to discuss how businesses can start with influencer marketing. And then we’ve got Wanye Cragg who’s been sharing his experiences on the road as a trucking influencer for years. 


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]]> Since social media’s inception, drivers have had an incredibly strong presence across all channels. Whether it’s Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and now Tiktok, truckers dominate the space. 

So with recruiting and retention of drivers within the industry being an issue for a variety of factors, I always wondered why carriers and hiring firms don’t utilize influencers within the industry more.

Now going back to the show topic….the phrase “influencer” might cause you to roll your eyes. But the quote/unquote word “influencer” has always been around and driven decisions we make. 

Therefore in this show, I’m pulling two interviews we recently conducted on Cyberly where I got to interview Tom Authenthaler of The Influence Marketer to discuss how businesses can start with influencer marketing. And then we’ve got Wanye Cragg who’s been sharing his experiences on the road as a trucking influencer for years. 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8529090 Mon, 17 May 2021 06:00:00 -0400 4458 full false Creating Content For Your Drivers: A Masterclass From Rick Larkin Creating Content For Your Drivers: A Masterclass From Rick Larkin In this best-of clip from Cyberly, we're chatting with Rick Larkin who’s emptied an office to convert it into studio space. Rick owns BCB Transport with more than 300 trucks and what started out as a way to communicate safety updates to their drivers, that new studio space is now broadcasting live every single day with even bigger plans coming soon.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In this best-of clip from Cyberly, we're chatting with Rick Larkin who’s emptied an office to convert it into studio space. Rick owns BCB Transport with more than 300 trucks and what started out as a way to communicate safety updates to their drivers, that new studio space is now broadcasting live every single day with even bigger plans coming soon.

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


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]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8473689 Fri, 07 May 2021 06:00:00 -0400 983 full false The State of Podcasting and How You Can Prepare For The Changes The State of Podcasting and How You Can Prepare For The Changes The Jacksonville Podcasters Unite is a group that (pre-COVID) used to hold quarterly meetups in the North Florida area to talk about podcasting strategies for everyone from newbies to veterans. 

Since we haven’t been able to meet up in a while, my co-founder and I, Badr Milligan of The Short Box Podcast, held our first virtual meetup to talk about the current state of podcasting. 

Whether it’s the types of formats that make successful podcasts shine or how Spotify, Apple, and Facebook are releasing new features that may change the audio game, we’re breaking it down so all podcasters, whether you’re Florida based or not, can get a good grasp on everything going on. 

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]]> The Jacksonville Podcasters Unite is a group that (pre-COVID) used to hold quarterly meetups in the North Florida area to talk about podcasting strategies for everyone from newbies to veterans. 

Since we haven’t been able to meet up in a while, my co-founder and I, Badr Milligan of The Short Box Podcast, held our first virtual meetup to talk about the current state of podcasting. 

Whether it’s the types of formats that make successful podcasts shine or how Spotify, Apple, and Facebook are releasing new features that may change the audio game, we’re breaking it down so all podcasters, whether you’re Florida based or not, can get a good grasp on everything going on. 

Panelists include: 

Join the Jax Podcasters Unite Facebook Group





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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8436421 Fri, 30 Apr 2021 15:00:00 -0400 5936 full false 3 Big Things with Shay Lynn Dixon of Allegiant Logistics 3 Big Things with Shay Lynn Dixon of Allegiant Logistics Shay Lynn Dixon is the CEO of Allegiant Logistics and the first guest on my new Freightwaves show, Cyberly. 

In this episode, I’m sharing three of my favorite moments from our recent chat and if you dig it, check out the links below to listen or watch the full episode as well as follow Shay on social media. 

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]]> Shay Lynn Dixon is the CEO of Allegiant Logistics and the first guest on my new Freightwaves show, Cyberly. 

In this episode, I’m sharing three of my favorite moments from our recent chat and if you dig it, check out the links below to listen or watch the full episode as well as follow Shay on social media. 

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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8402415 Sun, 25 Apr 2021 06:00:00 -0400 681 bonus false What is Cyberly? What is Cyberly? When you’re given a new opportunity, you should give yourself permission to adjust to that new opportunity without being too hard on yourself. 

That’s what I’ve been struggling with ever since I started as a brand new host on Freightwaves TV with a live show called Cyberly. 

But after a few weeks in and trying to combat my perfectionist nature, I feel like I’m starting to hit a good groove. So in this show, I’m breaking down what you can expect on this podcast moving forward plus an interview on What the Truck?!? breaking down what the new show is all about. 


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CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> When you’re given a new opportunity, you should give yourself permission to adjust to that new opportunity without being too hard on yourself. 

That’s what I’ve been struggling with ever since I started as a brand new host on Freightwaves TV with a live show called Cyberly. 

But after a few weeks in and trying to combat my perfectionist nature, I feel like I’m starting to hit a good groove. So in this show, I’m breaking down what you can expect on this podcast moving forward plus an interview on What the Truck?!? breaking down what the new show is all about. 


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8335759 Wed, 14 Apr 2021 14:00:00 -0400 1536 full false Marketing vs. Sales in Freight Marketing vs. Sales in Freight It’s a common internal rivalry no matter the industry but the companies who are building for the long haul recognize these two super teams are much more powerful when they come together to tackle one thing: solve the problems of their audience. 

SONAR sales rep Kyle Taylor is back with me to discuss the perks and annoyances between each side in order to help the overall goals of the organization. 


What you’ll learn in this episode: 

  • Trusting the marketing department to be effective short term and long term
  • Why sales teams should get into the content game
  • Outdated strategies that gotta go
  • Favorite (and least favorite) marketing tactics
  • How Google gets more credit than it deserves


Links from the show: 



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Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> It’s a common internal rivalry no matter the industry but the companies who are building for the long haul recognize these two super teams are much more powerful when they come together to tackle one thing: solve the problems of their audience. 

SONAR sales rep Kyle Taylor is back with me to discuss the perks and annoyances between each side in order to help the overall goals of the organization. 


What you’ll learn in this episode: 

  • Trusting the marketing department to be effective short term and long term
  • Why sales teams should get into the content game
  • Outdated strategies that gotta go
  • Favorite (and least favorite) marketing tactics
  • How Google gets more credit than it deserves


Links from the show: 



~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8228027 Mon, 29 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0400 3795 full false The Power of Curiosity with Tim Dooner of Freightwaves’ What the Truck?!? The Power of Curiosity with Tim Dooner of Freightwaves’ What the Truck?!? You know him as “Dooner” and probably have heard his name mentioned in some form or fashion amongst logistics media as a whole. And that’s because he’s been pulling a traditionally “boring” industry into the mainstream with his coverage on one of the top business podcasts in Apple~What the Truck?!?

To produce great content you have to be inherently curious at a deep personal level. And then apply that curiosity every day while staying on top of the latest news. Dooner excels at both of these things so it’s not surprising that in just a few years since joining the Freightwaves team, he dominates for every show where he sits down with a microphone. 

I finally got a chance to get Dooner on the pod and he does not disappoint. Here are some things you’ll learn in this episode: 

  • How he set up an interview with Freightwaves CEO and founder Craig Fuller in hopes it would eventually lead to a job offer (spoiler alert: it did)
  • How his experience as a customer, broker, sales, and marketing director helps his perspective when he’s covering the logistics industry 
  • Why curiosity is his superpower
  • Out of more than 500+ interviews, learn who is his favorite interview to date (hint: it’s out of this world)
  • Where he gets his content inspiration 
  • And on a serious note, how being open with his alcohol addiction has helped so many folks in private deal with their own struggles.  


Links from the show: 



Not mentioned in the show but still pretty rad: 

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Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> You know him as “Dooner” and probably have heard his name mentioned in some form or fashion amongst logistics media as a whole. And that’s because he’s been pulling a traditionally “boring” industry into the mainstream with his coverage on one of the top business podcasts in Apple~What the Truck?!?

To produce great content you have to be inherently curious at a deep personal level. And then apply that curiosity every day while staying on top of the latest news. Dooner excels at both of these things so it’s not surprising that in just a few years since joining the Freightwaves team, he dominates for every show where he sits down with a microphone. 

I finally got a chance to get Dooner on the pod and he does not disappoint. Here are some things you’ll learn in this episode: 

  • How he set up an interview with Freightwaves CEO and founder Craig Fuller in hopes it would eventually lead to a job offer (spoiler alert: it did)
  • How his experience as a customer, broker, sales, and marketing director helps his perspective when he’s covering the logistics industry 
  • Why curiosity is his superpower
  • Out of more than 500+ interviews, learn who is his favorite interview to date (hint: it’s out of this world)
  • Where he gets his content inspiration 
  • And on a serious note, how being open with his alcohol addiction has helped so many folks in private deal with their own struggles.  


Links from the show: 



Not mentioned in the show but still pretty rad: 

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Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8184116 Mon, 22 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0400 4432 full false How I Relaunched My Podcast How I Relaunched My Podcast I’ve been a podcaster since 2014 but when I launched a new show in November of 2020—I took some very different steps after years of in~the~trenches knowledge. 

Check out everything I learned and the strategy behind these decisions so it can help you along your podcasting journey. 

Things You’ll Learn In This Episode: 

  • Finding the content you already got
  • Uploading strategically before sharing with friends and family
  • Submitting your podcast to all of the available (and free!) directories
  • How to tell if a guest is a good fit for your audience
  • The tools I use to record and edit my show
  • Why clips for social media are so important

Links from the show: 


Not mentioned in the show but still pretty rad: 

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> I’ve been a podcaster since 2014 but when I launched a new show in November of 2020—I took some very different steps after years of in~the~trenches knowledge. 

Check out everything I learned and the strategy behind these decisions so it can help you along your podcasting journey. 

Things You’ll Learn In This Episode: 

  • Finding the content you already got
  • Uploading strategically before sharing with friends and family
  • Submitting your podcast to all of the available (and free!) directories
  • How to tell if a guest is a good fit for your audience
  • The tools I use to record and edit my show
  • Why clips for social media are so important

Links from the show: 


Not mentioned in the show but still pretty rad: 

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8140580 Mon, 15 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0400 3213 full false How The Attention Economy Is Evolving How The Attention Economy Is Evolving The Attention Economy has always been powered by influencers but with new social media platforms giving the older ones a run for their money, we can start to see how that attention is evolving. 

In this show, I’m breaking down the latest storylines from the major players, which new sites you should be paying attention to, and how to leverage these moves in your business and marketing plans. 

All this plus Linkedin’s new Marketplaces platform, Google’s penalty to non-mobile websites, and a marketing tip from Chippendales dancers!


Links From The Show: 


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Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The Attention Economy has always been powered by influencers but with new social media platforms giving the older ones a run for their money, we can start to see how that attention is evolving. 

In this show, I’m breaking down the latest storylines from the major players, which new sites you should be paying attention to, and how to leverage these moves in your business and marketing plans. 

All this plus Linkedin’s new Marketplaces platform, Google’s penalty to non-mobile websites, and a marketing tip from Chippendales dancers!


Links From The Show: 


~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8094596 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0500 2624 full false Overcoming The Excuses We Make That Prevent Us From Creating Overcoming The Excuses We Make That Prevent Us From Creating From the seasoned vet to the rookie--we all have experienced some kind of fear when it comes to our creative content. 

And it's perfectly natural. 

On this show, Kyle MacNaught of Freight+ and I discuss the top four fears when it comes to creating content and how to push through them. Doing so will have you on that pathway to success in helping your customers and leads better understand the value you can provide to them.

Links From The Show:


~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> From the seasoned vet to the rookie--we all have experienced some kind of fear when it comes to our creative content. 

And it's perfectly natural. 

On this show, Kyle MacNaught of Freight+ and I discuss the top four fears when it comes to creating content and how to push through them. Doing so will have you on that pathway to success in helping your customers and leads better understand the value you can provide to them.

Links From The Show:


~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-8031166 Mon, 01 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0500 1415 full false Digital marketing tips for 3PL’s to attract new customers and drivers Digital marketing tips for 3PL’s to attract new customers and drivers Eric over at Specialized Logistics is like a lot of 3PLs--they launched a website within the last few years, shot a few videos, and even tried their hand at some social media advertising. 

But after spending more than $5,000, they honestly didn't see much from any of those efforts. And I can speak from personal experience that THAT feeling can be realllllllly demoralizing. 

Now flash forward a bit and Eric ended up reaching out to book a call with me, where we got to talk about: 

  • Setting up your website flow before you invest in content or advertising
  • Finding the time to create content and managing it within the daily business operations
  • Tackling SEO even if you're not a big company
  • How to know where to spend your marketing budget and efforts
  • Brainstorming what to talk about on social media AKA where your audience is already hanging out

Listen in on my complimentary consulting call with Eric for this new AMA series as we address some of the struggles for 3PLs as they're looking to attract new customers, recruit drivers, and run their business without completely losing a good work/life balance.

SUBMIT YOUR AMA QUESTION→ https://digitaldispatch.io/podcast/


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Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Freight School Playbook Courses:


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Eric over at Specialized Logistics is like a lot of 3PLs--they launched a website within the last few years, shot a few videos, and even tried their hand at some social media advertising. 

But after spending more than $5,000, they honestly didn't see much from any of those efforts. And I can speak from personal experience that THAT feeling can be realllllllly demoralizing. 

Now flash forward a bit and Eric ended up reaching out to book a call with me, where we got to talk about: 

  • Setting up your website flow before you invest in content or advertising
  • Finding the time to create content and managing it within the daily business operations
  • Tackling SEO even if you're not a big company
  • How to know where to spend your marketing budget and efforts
  • Brainstorming what to talk about on social media AKA where your audience is already hanging out

Listen in on my complimentary consulting call with Eric for this new AMA series as we address some of the struggles for 3PLs as they're looking to attract new customers, recruit drivers, and run their business without completely losing a good work/life balance.

SUBMIT YOUR AMA QUESTION→ https://digitaldispatch.io/podcast/


~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Freight School Playbook Courses:


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-7994593 Mon, 22 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0500 1727 full false Aaron Dunn On The Real ROI of Podcasting in Trucking Aaron Dunn On The Real ROI of Podcasting in Trucking Aaron Dunn is the sales and marketing director for PDQ America and cohost for their popular 'Trucking for Millennials' podcast. As a former outsider turned insider, Aaron's journey into the trucking industry has been built on gathering a deep understanding of the audience he's trying to reach without attempting to sell them to death.

In fact, the popular podcast has been around for over a year now and rarely requests anything from its audience.

In this interview, Aaron explains why a brand-first approach is intentional on their part, the perceived ROI of podcasting, the power of the internet for freight sales, and avoiding the pre-post purgatory before publishing your own content.

What You'll Learn In This Episode:

  • Balancing industry talk and watercooler conversations in your marketing
  • Aaron's experience as a podcaster before he joined PDQ America
  • Avoiding the pre-post purgatory of publishing new content
  • How the Trucking for Millennials podcast got started
  • How podcasting has affected the company's operations and elevated their internal staff
  • The power of the internet and how it can help sales with their research
  • Things Aaron hates: Linkedin post tagging, messenger bots

Where to Find Aaron's Work:



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Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Freight School Playbook Courses:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Aaron Dunn is the sales and marketing director for PDQ America and cohost for their popular 'Trucking for Millennials' podcast. As a former outsider turned insider, Aaron's journey into the trucking industry has been built on gathering a deep understanding of the audience he's trying to reach without attempting to sell them to death.

In fact, the popular podcast has been around for over a year now and rarely requests anything from its audience.

In this interview, Aaron explains why a brand-first approach is intentional on their part, the perceived ROI of podcasting, the power of the internet for freight sales, and avoiding the pre-post purgatory before publishing your own content.

What You'll Learn In This Episode:

  • Balancing industry talk and watercooler conversations in your marketing
  • Aaron's experience as a podcaster before he joined PDQ America
  • Avoiding the pre-post purgatory of publishing new content
  • How the Trucking for Millennials podcast got started
  • How podcasting has affected the company's operations and elevated their internal staff
  • The power of the internet and how it can help sales with their research
  • Things Aaron hates: Linkedin post tagging, messenger bots

Where to Find Aaron's Work:



~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Freight School Playbook Courses:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-7866475 Mon, 15 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0500 3935 full false Starting a podcast? Listen in on our candid brainstorming session Starting a podcast? Listen in on our candid brainstorming session Kyle Taylor is an on-air talent with the Freightwaves Sonar team but after wanting to try his hand in other content areas, he decided to start a separate podcast. Listen in on my chat with Kyle as we discuss show formats, distributing your content to social media, Linkedin annoyances, whether to go niche or go big and so much more.  

Best part about this episode is that this is a very candid conversation from two folks who are in the trenches of creating content on a consistent basis. So if you’re thinking about getting started in the world of podcasting or want some fresh content ideas, this is the episode for you. 

Check out Kyle’s new(ish) podcast, Real Sales, here: 

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Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Freight School Playbook Courses:


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Kyle Taylor is an on-air talent with the Freightwaves Sonar team but after wanting to try his hand in other content areas, he decided to start a separate podcast. Listen in on my chat with Kyle as we discuss show formats, distributing your content to social media, Linkedin annoyances, whether to go niche or go big and so much more.  

Best part about this episode is that this is a very candid conversation from two folks who are in the trenches of creating content on a consistent basis. So if you’re thinking about getting started in the world of podcasting or want some fresh content ideas, this is the episode for you. 

Check out Kyle’s new(ish) podcast, Real Sales, here: 

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Freight School Playbook Courses:


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-7799689 Thu, 11 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0500 3607 full false 20 - Making spot market RFQs easier with Vendorflow 20 - Making spot market RFQs easier with Vendorflow The Freightwaves Sales and Marketing Summit was held last week and for the folks that couldn't watch the entire day of content, I'm coming in with some of my biggest takeaways from the day and where you can watch some of my favorite interviews and fireside chats (including the one I cohosted!) which are all linked below in the show notes.

Also in this week's show is a chat with Eric Rodriguez who's the CEO and co-founder of SaaS-based solution VendorFlow who helps streamline the RFQ process on the spot rate market between shippers, carriers, and brokers so you can quote, ship, and communicate value quickly.


Where to find Vendorflow: 



Links from the show: 

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Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Freight School Playbook Courses:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> The Freightwaves Sales and Marketing Summit was held last week and for the folks that couldn't watch the entire day of content, I'm coming in with some of my biggest takeaways from the day and where you can watch some of my favorite interviews and fireside chats (including the one I cohosted!) which are all linked below in the show notes.

Also in this week's show is a chat with Eric Rodriguez who's the CEO and co-founder of SaaS-based solution VendorFlow who helps streamline the RFQ process on the spot rate market between shippers, carriers, and brokers so you can quote, ship, and communicate value quickly.


Where to find Vendorflow: 



Links from the show: 

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Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Freight School Playbook Courses:

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-7594630 Mon, 01 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0500 3652 full false 19 - How Freight Companies Can Build Their Own In-House Content Teams 19 - How Freight Companies Can Build Their Own In-House Content Teams Hiring a marketing agency is a large expense most companies can't afford to pay. I know this because I used to work at an agency, I operate one now, and I also know it was an uphill battle to get a large marketing budget buy-in from my exec team at a 3PL or carrier.

So what are the options where you can still have content on your website and social channels that talk about all the cool things your company is doing that is also cost-effective? I'm about to break it down for you in this show of the tips I've used over the years and still do to this day. Not only for clients but for content like what you find on this podcast.

Also in the show is an interview with Kyle MacNaught, Director of Marketing at Freight Plus, with how he's building and managing his own internal content team using an iPhone and a cheap mic.


Links from the show: 


Courses Mentioned During the Show: 

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Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Hiring a marketing agency is a large expense most companies can't afford to pay. I know this because I used to work at an agency, I operate one now, and I also know it was an uphill battle to get a large marketing budget buy-in from my exec team at a 3PL or carrier.

So what are the options where you can still have content on your website and social channels that talk about all the cool things your company is doing that is also cost-effective? I'm about to break it down for you in this show of the tips I've used over the years and still do to this day. Not only for clients but for content like what you find on this podcast.

Also in the show is an interview with Kyle MacNaught, Director of Marketing at Freight Plus, with how he's building and managing his own internal content team using an iPhone and a cheap mic.


Links from the show: 


Courses Mentioned During the Show: 

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-7518631 Wed, 27 Jan 2021 12:00:00 -0500 3168 full false 18 - Don't Get Kicked Off Mailchimp 18 - Don't Get Kicked Off Mailchimp Do you have email marketing on your to-do list? Or do you plan to set up some time to properly segment your emails knowing full-well you'll never actually get to it?

*feels seen*

Yeah--I'm right there with you. But it's that time of the year for prioritizing our new marketing efforts therefore consider this as your sign that email NEEDS to be at the top of that list.

Your website and email list are the only two pieces of digital real estate that you'll ever own so in this episode, let's break down some mistakes made by some of the bigger companies along with a funny story of how Kevin Hill got kicked off Mailchimp for some sneaky sending techniques. Hey, remember, as a digital marketer, if you're not experimenting, you're not trying.

Also listed in the show is a big request for the folks using the marketing and sales tools inside of a TMS. I'm looking for users who have tested out their TMS digital marketing and sales tools so if you fit that bill, fill out the podcast contact form on my website to tell me about your experience along with any tips (or cautions) you use the audience deserves to know. 


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Do you have email marketing on your to-do list? Or do you plan to set up some time to properly segment your emails knowing full-well you'll never actually get to it?

*feels seen*

Yeah--I'm right there with you. But it's that time of the year for prioritizing our new marketing efforts therefore consider this as your sign that email NEEDS to be at the top of that list.

Your website and email list are the only two pieces of digital real estate that you'll ever own so in this episode, let's break down some mistakes made by some of the bigger companies along with a funny story of how Kevin Hill got kicked off Mailchimp for some sneaky sending techniques. Hey, remember, as a digital marketer, if you're not experimenting, you're not trying.

Also listed in the show is a big request for the folks using the marketing and sales tools inside of a TMS. I'm looking for users who have tested out their TMS digital marketing and sales tools so if you fit that bill, fill out the podcast contact form on my website to tell me about your experience along with any tips (or cautions) you use the audience deserves to know. 


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-7363192 Tue, 19 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0500 3281 full false 17 - What Barstool Sports and Mr.Beast Can Teach Us About Content Marketing 17 - What Barstool Sports and Mr.Beast Can Teach Us About Content Marketing Content marketing is always teaching us new tricks. 

This is why I wanted to share with you two segments from my recent co-hosting duties on Freightwaves' Put That Coffee Down. 

We talk about the Barstool Fund that's raising millions of dollars for small businesses and YouTuber Mr. Beast starting (and selling out) his own burger chain. But the lessons learned in these two examples address four fears most businesses have before they start creating videos and podcasts. 

Those fears usually are: 

  • fear of failure
  • metrics they can’t prove
  • lack of talent
  • unnecessary quality standards

By using influences from outside of the logistics industry, we can start to empower our teams to ditch the marketing metrics that no longer work and experiment with new creative content posted to where their target audience is already hanging out.


Links from the show: 




Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 




Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Content marketing is always teaching us new tricks. 

This is why I wanted to share with you two segments from my recent co-hosting duties on Freightwaves' Put That Coffee Down. 

We talk about the Barstool Fund that's raising millions of dollars for small businesses and YouTuber Mr. Beast starting (and selling out) his own burger chain. But the lessons learned in these two examples address four fears most businesses have before they start creating videos and podcasts. 

Those fears usually are: 

  • fear of failure
  • metrics they can’t prove
  • lack of talent
  • unnecessary quality standards

By using influences from outside of the logistics industry, we can start to empower our teams to ditch the marketing metrics that no longer work and experiment with new creative content posted to where their target audience is already hanging out.


Links from the show: 




Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 




Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-7225798 Mon, 11 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0500 1674 full false 16 - Study Reveals How Sales Teams Should Contact Logistics Leads 16 - Study Reveals How Sales Teams Should Contact Logistics Leads How do you prefer to do lead outreach?

Cold calling? Email? Linkedin?

On the recent Freightwaves ‘Put That Coffee Down’ Kevin Hill and I broke down a study from Logistics Marketing Advisors that surveyed 100 industry professionals on how they want to be contacted by the sales teams of 3PLs, carriers, and more. 

Using this info would help sales and marketing teams better align their goals in how they plan to tackle lead generation and nurturing--which is super helpful around this time of the year. 

Another option that would be super helpful to the marketing pros out there is auditing your website--which sounds super boring but it’s ESSENTIAL to accurately plan what upgrades or changes you plan to make in 2021. This is why I’m giving this course away FOR FREE on FreightSchoolPlaybook.com. 

This episode + this free course will help to kick off the first work week of 2021 and also aid in avoiding those costly mistakes when budgeting and planning.

Listen to the rest of this episode of 'Put That Coffee Down' here.

And in case you missed the link above, you can snag that free course, How To Audit Your Website, via this link. Don't forget to go through the checkout process to get it. You won't have to enter any billing info--just go through the checkout process like any other internet purchase so you can get the login information needed to snag the course.


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> How do you prefer to do lead outreach?

Cold calling? Email? Linkedin?

On the recent Freightwaves ‘Put That Coffee Down’ Kevin Hill and I broke down a study from Logistics Marketing Advisors that surveyed 100 industry professionals on how they want to be contacted by the sales teams of 3PLs, carriers, and more. 

Using this info would help sales and marketing teams better align their goals in how they plan to tackle lead generation and nurturing--which is super helpful around this time of the year. 

Another option that would be super helpful to the marketing pros out there is auditing your website--which sounds super boring but it’s ESSENTIAL to accurately plan what upgrades or changes you plan to make in 2021. This is why I’m giving this course away FOR FREE on FreightSchoolPlaybook.com. 

This episode + this free course will help to kick off the first work week of 2021 and also aid in avoiding those costly mistakes when budgeting and planning.

Listen to the rest of this episode of 'Put That Coffee Down' here.

And in case you missed the link above, you can snag that free course, How To Audit Your Website, via this link. Don't forget to go through the checkout process to get it. You won't have to enter any billing info--just go through the checkout process like any other internet purchase so you can get the login information needed to snag the course.


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-7112638 Mon, 04 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0500 1586 full false 15 - The Entrepreneurship Mindset With Metromax’s Demarco Thomas 15 - The Entrepreneurship Mindset With Metromax’s Demarco Thomas Owner of Metromax Dispatch, Metromax Solutions, and Metromax Express Demarco Thomas sits down with The Digital Dispatch podcast to talk about his entrepreneurship journey, why outsourcing in logistics is important, and the opportunities in the last-mile sector. 

Many of us in the logistics space weren’t born into it--we came into it by chance, fell in love with the opportunities, and were able to be that fresh pair of eyes on the inefficiencies. 

That’s the case for Metromax owner Demarco Thomas who oversees three divisions within the brand: Dispatch, [outsourcing] Solutions, and just recently launched, Metromax Express for last-mile delivery. 

Coming from the military and finance industries, Demarco got into trucking by chance when a friend asked him for financial advice. Once Demarco ran the numbers, he saw a lot of potential problems—but also found a way to solve those problems. 

It didn’t take him long but one truck turned into dozens with multiple logistics solutions and more on the way, In today's show, Demarco is telling us how he learned through several business failures and came out on the other side with an even better perspective that’s helped him grow the Metromax brand. After all, failure teaches us much more about ourselves and our business than sitting on the sidelines ever could.

This is a good one so if you’re feeling a little stuck and not sure which direction to go, or perhaps you’re already successful and looking to feel inspired, this is the interview for you.


Where to find Demarco & Metromax



Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Owner of Metromax Dispatch, Metromax Solutions, and Metromax Express Demarco Thomas sits down with The Digital Dispatch podcast to talk about his entrepreneurship journey, why outsourcing in logistics is important, and the opportunities in the last-mile sector. 

Many of us in the logistics space weren’t born into it--we came into it by chance, fell in love with the opportunities, and were able to be that fresh pair of eyes on the inefficiencies. 

That’s the case for Metromax owner Demarco Thomas who oversees three divisions within the brand: Dispatch, [outsourcing] Solutions, and just recently launched, Metromax Express for last-mile delivery. 

Coming from the military and finance industries, Demarco got into trucking by chance when a friend asked him for financial advice. Once Demarco ran the numbers, he saw a lot of potential problems—but also found a way to solve those problems. 

It didn’t take him long but one truck turned into dozens with multiple logistics solutions and more on the way, In today's show, Demarco is telling us how he learned through several business failures and came out on the other side with an even better perspective that’s helped him grow the Metromax brand. After all, failure teaches us much more about ourselves and our business than sitting on the sidelines ever could.

This is a good one so if you’re feeling a little stuck and not sure which direction to go, or perhaps you’re already successful and looking to feel inspired, this is the interview for you.


Where to find Demarco & Metromax



Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-7026961 Sun, 27 Dec 2020 06:00:00 -0500 3678 full false 14 - Making Testimonials a Priority with Carrier Source 14 - Making Testimonials a Priority with Carrier Source In our Freight Marketing Mistakes webinar, I talked about how asking for testimonials is a crucial part of any business. But many carriers aren't proactive about requesting these so there are times when negative reviews seem to come more often than the positive counterpoints. 

Well, one company hopes to change all that with their new platform aiming to be the one-stop-shop for brokers and shippers to review carriers based on industry best practices. Carriers are able to create a profile page with their insurance and contact information as well as build out their service offerings, preferred lanes, equipment, and more. Using these reviews, brokers and shippers alike can save time sourcing more qualified companies while carriers can focus on creating long-term relationships with authentic feedback--good and bad.

Learn how this startup came to life and where they plan to head in 2021 with host Blythe Brumleve as she interviews Rob Light, founder of Carrier Source.

Where to find Carrier Source: 



Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In our Freight Marketing Mistakes webinar, I talked about how asking for testimonials is a crucial part of any business. But many carriers aren't proactive about requesting these so there are times when negative reviews seem to come more often than the positive counterpoints. 

Well, one company hopes to change all that with their new platform aiming to be the one-stop-shop for brokers and shippers to review carriers based on industry best practices. Carriers are able to create a profile page with their insurance and contact information as well as build out their service offerings, preferred lanes, equipment, and more. Using these reviews, brokers and shippers alike can save time sourcing more qualified companies while carriers can focus on creating long-term relationships with authentic feedback--good and bad.

Learn how this startup came to life and where they plan to head in 2021 with host Blythe Brumleve as she interviews Rob Light, founder of Carrier Source.

Where to find Carrier Source: 



Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-6943724 Mon, 21 Dec 2020 06:00:00 -0500 1669 full false 13 - Stop posting boring truck photos with James Crowley 13 - Stop posting boring truck photos with James Crowley Getting good graphics and video for your brand is tough work--especially in the trucking industry when a lot of the marketing follows the same copy-cat model. But the managing partner of Texas Media Foundry James Crowley is hoping to change that. He knows a little something about this line of work as trucking videography and photography is what his company specializes in. 

In this interview, we’re talking with James about the power of captivating graphics, the challenges of growing on social media, and how to actually take a good picture of a truck that stands out from the rest. All this plus more on the latest episode of The Digital Dispatch podcast presented by Freight School Playbook. 



Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Getting good graphics and video for your brand is tough work--especially in the trucking industry when a lot of the marketing follows the same copy-cat model. But the managing partner of Texas Media Foundry James Crowley is hoping to change that. He knows a little something about this line of work as trucking videography and photography is what his company specializes in. 

In this interview, we’re talking with James about the power of captivating graphics, the challenges of growing on social media, and how to actually take a good picture of a truck that stands out from the rest. All this plus more on the latest episode of The Digital Dispatch podcast presented by Freight School Playbook. 



Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-6830302 Mon, 14 Dec 2020 06:00:00 -0500 1383 full false 12 - Planning Your 2021 Marketing on Freightwaves' Put That Coffee Down 12 - Planning Your 2021 Marketing on Freightwaves' Put That Coffee Down COVID disrupted numerous industries and marketing is no different. In this episode of Put That Coffee Down by Freightwaves, Digital Dispatch owner Blythe Brumleve talks about the strategies in B2B marketing that logistics companies should be taking advantage of.

Watch the video of this show on YouTube.


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> COVID disrupted numerous industries and marketing is no different. In this episode of Put That Coffee Down by Freightwaves, Digital Dispatch owner Blythe Brumleve talks about the strategies in B2B marketing that logistics companies should be taking advantage of.

Watch the video of this show on YouTube.


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  


Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-6724240 Mon, 07 Dec 2020 06:00:00 -0500 1901 full false 11 - BCB Transport's CEO Rick Larkin on why inspirational mentors matter 11 - BCB Transport's CEO Rick Larkin on why inspirational mentors matter Located just outside of Dallas, Texas, Rick Larkin is the CEO of BCB Transport. With near-perfect ratings on sites like Google and Facebook, BCB is known for how well they treat their drivers, promote safety, and reward performance.

He was kind enough to join me along with lifelong friends, John Hearn, K-Boy, and father figure to them all, Mr. Richey. At 90 years old, Mr. Richey is quite an accomplished man and continues to live each day to the fullest. His positive vibes clearly feed off to his son K-boy as well as Rick and John.

Rick can't state enough how important stories like that of Mr. Richey and uses moments like this to share with his team of drivers on their new radio program that broadcasts 24 hours every day, BCB-Live.com.

In this interview, we cover Mr. Richey's accomplishments and how each person from the group drives inspiration from it.


Check out BCB's live radio site created by your's truly.


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


 Got something to say?

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Located just outside of Dallas, Texas, Rick Larkin is the CEO of BCB Transport. With near-perfect ratings on sites like Google and Facebook, BCB is known for how well they treat their drivers, promote safety, and reward performance.

He was kind enough to join me along with lifelong friends, John Hearn, K-Boy, and father figure to them all, Mr. Richey. At 90 years old, Mr. Richey is quite an accomplished man and continues to live each day to the fullest. His positive vibes clearly feed off to his son K-boy as well as Rick and John.

Rick can't state enough how important stories like that of Mr. Richey and uses moments like this to share with his team of drivers on their new radio program that broadcasts 24 hours every day, BCB-Live.com.

In this interview, we cover Mr. Richey's accomplishments and how each person from the group drives inspiration from it.


Check out BCB's live radio site created by your's truly.


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


 Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-6695611 Fri, 04 Dec 2020 14:00:00 -0500 1545 full false 10 - Your 'Book a Demo' Process is Probably Broken 10 - Your 'Book a Demo' Process is Probably Broken Everyone wants ya to book a demo. But a good marketer gets a user to book a demo because they actually WANT to--not because a Facebook ad told them to. 

In this show, we're going to use real-world examples of some industry-specific "book a demo" options so you can get a feel of what's working in modern logistics marketing--and what isn't. 


Good Demo Examples:



Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


 Got something to say?

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Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Everyone wants ya to book a demo. But a good marketer gets a user to book a demo because they actually WANT to--not because a Facebook ad told them to. 

In this show, we're going to use real-world examples of some industry-specific "book a demo" options so you can get a feel of what's working in modern logistics marketing--and what isn't. 


Good Demo Examples:



Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


 Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-6502099 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 06:00:00 -0500 1548 full false 9 - What I Learned After Launching Freight School Playbook 9 - What I Learned After Launching Freight School Playbook If you wait until everything is perfect, you waited too long.

That's the ethos I tried to follow when launching a new training and courses website, Freight School Playbook.

A training site that offers educational courses in the marketing and sales space is long overdue for the logistics industry. So I'm recapping what I learned during the launch and the improvements we're making the platform in hopes it can help you during your next launch.


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


 Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> If you wait until everything is perfect, you waited too long.

That's the ethos I tried to follow when launching a new training and courses website, Freight School Playbook.

A training site that offers educational courses in the marketing and sales space is long overdue for the logistics industry. So I'm recapping what I learned during the launch and the improvements we're making the platform in hopes it can help you during your next launch.


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


 Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-6245443 Fri, 13 Nov 2020 07:00:00 -0500 3079 full false 8 - Freight Marketing Mistakes and How To Avoid Them 8 - Freight Marketing Mistakes and How To Avoid Them This was my first webinar attempt which occurred during the initial launch week of Freight School Playbook, which you may or may not have noticed, is the presenting sponsor for this show. 

It’s also my quarantine goal come to life. I’ve always wanted to help other businesses through digital courses and what a perfect opportunity to pivot during a time where I wasn’t sure what the future held in store for….all of us. 

This webinar covers the important topics of some of the biggest marketing mistakes I see all kinds of logistics companies making. 



 Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


 Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> This was my first webinar attempt which occurred during the initial launch week of Freight School Playbook, which you may or may not have noticed, is the presenting sponsor for this show. 

It’s also my quarantine goal come to life. I’ve always wanted to help other businesses through digital courses and what a perfect opportunity to pivot during a time where I wasn’t sure what the future held in store for….all of us. 

This webinar covers the important topics of some of the biggest marketing mistakes I see all kinds of logistics companies making. 



 Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


 Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-6245419 Mon, 09 Nov 2020 07:00:00 -0500 4058 full false 7 - What Joe Budden and Joe Rogan Can Teach Us About Podcasting 7 - What Joe Budden and Joe Rogan Can Teach Us About Podcasting In the last few months, listeners and podcasters alike have been given a rare glimpse into the business side of big-time podcasters.

Between Joe Rogan taking a $100-million dollar licensing deal in his Spotify move to Joe Budden documenting his divorce from the same platform, we're finally starting to learn some concrete methods on how the biggest creators in the game are treating contracts, ads, and expectations. Add on the drama behind 'Call Her Daddy' and the hosts' battle for IP and we have a good look into where podcasters of all levels should place value.

In this show, I'm joined by Badr Milligan of The Shortbox Podcast and Al Pete of Mister Peterson's Neighborhood to discuss our takeaways from the listener's perspective as well as what lessons we'll use for our own shows moving forward.

Links from the show: 


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 
Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In the last few months, listeners and podcasters alike have been given a rare glimpse into the business side of big-time podcasters.

Between Joe Rogan taking a $100-million dollar licensing deal in his Spotify move to Joe Budden documenting his divorce from the same platform, we're finally starting to learn some concrete methods on how the biggest creators in the game are treating contracts, ads, and expectations. Add on the drama behind 'Call Her Daddy' and the hosts' battle for IP and we have a good look into where podcasters of all levels should place value.

In this show, I'm joined by Badr Milligan of The Shortbox Podcast and Al Pete of Mister Peterson's Neighborhood to discuss our takeaways from the listener's perspective as well as what lessons we'll use for our own shows moving forward.

Links from the show: 


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 
Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 


Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-6245377 Sun, 08 Nov 2020 22:00:00 -0500 5130 full false 6 - Why I Launched Freight School Playbook 6 - Why I Launched Freight School Playbook
A lot of projects were put on hold during the Covid quarantine. And while the lockdowns forced me to throw my 2020 content plan in the trash--it led to a new opportunity that seems to be evolving daily.

Listen to the podcast I recorded to help launch Freight School Playbook--a membership community to help overwhelmed entrepreneurs, marketers, and sales departments in the trucking and logistics space by providing courses that cut through the digital media noise.

Naturally, with any fluid project, there are already improvements being made to the platform--which has resulted in the need to re-record the launch materials. But we do this for good reason as we've got to include more educators excited to share their expertise with the transportation world.

Stay tuned for more upcoming updates but until then, check out the action at →https://FreightSchoolPlaybook.com

Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 
Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]>
A lot of projects were put on hold during the Covid quarantine. And while the lockdowns forced me to throw my 2020 content plan in the trash--it led to a new opportunity that seems to be evolving daily.

Listen to the podcast I recorded to help launch Freight School Playbook--a membership community to help overwhelmed entrepreneurs, marketers, and sales departments in the trucking and logistics space by providing courses that cut through the digital media noise.

Naturally, with any fluid project, there are already improvements being made to the platform--which has resulted in the need to re-record the launch materials. But we do this for good reason as we've got to include more educators excited to share their expertise with the transportation world.

Stay tuned for more upcoming updates but until then, check out the action at →https://FreightSchoolPlaybook.com

Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 
Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-6245320 Sun, 08 Nov 2020 07:00:00 -0500 781 full false 5 - Why You Should Be Protecting Your Social Media Content 5 - Why You Should Be Protecting Your Social Media Content TikTok’s rise in popularity isn’t without controversy.

Some of that worry has been orchestrated by other big tech jealous of that growth

Others are worried for more geopolitical reasons.

But for a lot of creators, like myself, Tiktok has been far and away the most enjoyable app in years.

Especially during COVID--where it forced me to learn video editing on the fly and challenge myself on a new platform.

I’m not alone as the app has skyrocketed in growth--and because the company’s owner, Bytedance is located in China, that obviously creates some issues like getting banned by the US government.

So as content creators what do we do? How do we protect ourselves and the content we’ve spent a lot of time and energy on? Listen to the latest episode as host Blythe Brumleve dives into the strategies.


Links mentioned during the show:


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 
Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> TikTok’s rise in popularity isn’t without controversy.

Some of that worry has been orchestrated by other big tech jealous of that growth

Others are worried for more geopolitical reasons.

But for a lot of creators, like myself, Tiktok has been far and away the most enjoyable app in years.

Especially during COVID--where it forced me to learn video editing on the fly and challenge myself on a new platform.

I’m not alone as the app has skyrocketed in growth--and because the company’s owner, Bytedance is located in China, that obviously creates some issues like getting banned by the US government.

So as content creators what do we do? How do we protect ourselves and the content we’ve spent a lot of time and energy on? Listen to the latest episode as host Blythe Brumleve dives into the strategies.


Links mentioned during the show:


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 
Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-6245368 Sat, 07 Nov 2020 07:00:00 -0500 1543 full false 4 - The Presentation Tips We Can Learn From Big-Time Virtual Events 4 - The Presentation Tips We Can Learn From Big-Time Virtual Events If you're in business or sales, you've likely experienced an event/conference being outright canceled or turned into a virtual event.

And while many of us roll our eyes at the mere thought of attending another Zoom call--the truth is virtual events are here to stay.

So how do we make them not suck?

In this episode, I'm diving into the key takeaways of what makes for a great virtual conference or event so you can apply those tips to your own meetup without, ya know, breaking social distancing rules. For my logistics people, if you participated in Freightwaves Live at Home event, you know exactly what I'm about to discuss.

Check the timestamps to jump to a specific topic.


Watch the video for this show: https://youtu.be/-iEjF3LleeA


Checkout Freightwaves Live at Home content: https://live.freightwaves.com/


Links mentioned during the show:


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 
Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> If you're in business or sales, you've likely experienced an event/conference being outright canceled or turned into a virtual event.

And while many of us roll our eyes at the mere thought of attending another Zoom call--the truth is virtual events are here to stay.

So how do we make them not suck?

In this episode, I'm diving into the key takeaways of what makes for a great virtual conference or event so you can apply those tips to your own meetup without, ya know, breaking social distancing rules. For my logistics people, if you participated in Freightwaves Live at Home event, you know exactly what I'm about to discuss.

Check the timestamps to jump to a specific topic.


Watch the video for this show: https://youtu.be/-iEjF3LleeA


Checkout Freightwaves Live at Home content: https://live.freightwaves.com/


Links mentioned during the show:


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 
Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-6245269 Fri, 06 Nov 2020 12:00:00 -0500 1947 full false 3 - How I Prepared For My First Conference Speech 3 - How I Prepared For My First Conference Speech

Have you thought about your biggest career challenge? How did you prepare for it? What did you learn from it? Or is your biggest career challenge coming up that you’re looking for help on? 

I just faced this exact situation and I want to talk about the difficulties faced prepping for my first conference speech. 

So in this show and as we make the transition into more of an entrepreneurial lifestyle podcast, I wanted to talk about the difficulties, the highs, and the lows, of preparing for my first speech at a big conference, Freightwaves Transparency19: 

  • Handling a big career challenge on top of your regular workload 
  • Why it’s important to challenge yourself even if it terrifies you
  • Make no mistake public speaking fucking terrifies me.
  • One thing I did throughout this entire process was to take notes. Not just about the product, bugs, feature improvements, but what I was feeling. What I was thinking.  
  • Things like “fuck these marketing dashboards”, why did i wait so long to start this project? I shoulda started this months ago. Can I really do this? Why does anyone want to hear from me?
  • That internal dialogue you have with yourself that can sometimes be your biggest fan or your biggest enemy


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 
Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]>

Have you thought about your biggest career challenge? How did you prepare for it? What did you learn from it? Or is your biggest career challenge coming up that you’re looking for help on? 

I just faced this exact situation and I want to talk about the difficulties faced prepping for my first conference speech. 

So in this show and as we make the transition into more of an entrepreneurial lifestyle podcast, I wanted to talk about the difficulties, the highs, and the lows, of preparing for my first speech at a big conference, Freightwaves Transparency19: 

  • Handling a big career challenge on top of your regular workload 
  • Why it’s important to challenge yourself even if it terrifies you
  • Make no mistake public speaking fucking terrifies me.
  • One thing I did throughout this entire process was to take notes. Not just about the product, bugs, feature improvements, but what I was feeling. What I was thinking.  
  • Things like “fuck these marketing dashboards”, why did i wait so long to start this project? I shoulda started this months ago. Can I really do this? Why does anyone want to hear from me?
  • That internal dialogue you have with yourself that can sometimes be your biggest fan or your biggest enemy


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Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


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SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-6245218 Fri, 06 Nov 2020 11:00:00 -0500 2640 full false 2 - The Most Efficient Ways To Get Started With Podcasting 2 - The Most Efficient Ways To Get Started With Podcasting Podcasting is the fastest growing medium on the internet today with growth patterns that continue to point upward. Thus more and more advertising dollars are starting to pour in, which means more people are curious about starting up their own podcast. In this show, Blythe breaks down the most common questions asked at our podcaster meetups, the equipment you'll need to start your own show, and other tips that may help expedite the startup of your venture.


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 
Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

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Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 
Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-6244954 Fri, 06 Nov 2020 10:00:00 -0500 1221 full false 1 - Tanking is for losers with former Cincinnati Reds GM Brad Kullman 1 - Tanking is for losers with former Cincinnati Reds GM Brad Kullman In my previous life, I was a sports broadcaster who had the honor of interviewing a variety of minds.

One of those minds was former Cincinnati Reds GM Brad Kullman and author of Losing to Win and he believes he has the solution to avoid tanking in professional sports.

In this remastered interview, we've diving into the psychological pros and cons of tanking in sports and how it can affect the mindset of any sports franchise for years to come.

I believe these lessons are important across the business world in order to avoid the loser mentality to creep in.


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 
Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> In my previous life, I was a sports broadcaster who had the honor of interviewing a variety of minds.

One of those minds was former Cincinnati Reds GM Brad Kullman and author of Losing to Win and he believes he has the solution to avoid tanking in professional sports.

In this remastered interview, we've diving into the psychological pros and cons of tanking in sports and how it can affect the mindset of any sports franchise for years to come.

I believe these lessons are important across the business world in order to avoid the loser mentality to creep in.


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 
Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 



Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Blythe Brumleve Buzzsprout-6244930 Thu, 05 Nov 2020 21:00:00 -0500 977 full false Intro: Stories about how stuff (and people!) get from point A to point B. Intro: Stories about how stuff (and people!) get from point A to point B. Telling the stories behind how stuff (and people!) get from point A to B. Hosted by Blythe Brumleve, a digital marketer passionate about demand marketing with more than a decade of experience in the logistics space. 


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 
Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

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Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

]]> Telling the stories behind how stuff (and people!) get from point A to B. Hosted by Blythe Brumleve, a digital marketer passionate about demand marketing with more than a decade of experience in the logistics space. 


Where to Find Digital Dispatch & Blythe:  

 
Digital marketing courses for the logistics industry:  Freight School Playbook 


Got something to say?

 Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Or a guest you want to hear on the show? Fill out the tip submission form on the Digital Dispatch website. 

Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.

-----------------------------------------

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.


CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.


Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

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