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Where’s the Freight Going in Q2 2025? What Trucking Pros Need to Know in a Time of Uncertainty

Mindset -> Comfort Zone -> Sales -> The Economy -> Uncertainty Let’s talk real for a minute. If you’re running a trucking business—whether it’s just you and your truck or you’re managing a small fleet—you’ve probably been feeling

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The Sales Process: First Impressions & The Opening – The Moment That Can Make or Break You

In trucking, just like in life, how you start matters. Whether it’s a cold call to a shipper, a voicemail to a prospect, a handshake at a meet-and-greet, or the way you answer your phone—your first impression is

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Transforming Your Trucking Journey: Mindset

(Part 1 of a 7-part guide: ‘Economic Basics – The Ultimate Guide to Sustaining Growth in Trucking’ 3/26/24) In the fast-paced world of over-the-road trucking, success extends far beyond the miles traveled. It’s about harnessing a combination of

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The Crucial Role of Relationships in the Trucking Industry 🤝

In the trucking industry, relationships are more than just connections—they’re the foundation of growth, stability, and long-term success. The way businesses cultivate and sustain relationships directly impacts their operational resilience and financial health. Recent global events, including the

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The Top 10 Critical Trends in Q1 That Will Shape Trucking in 2025

As we approach the final stretch of the year and enter the week leading up to Christmas and the New Year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on what’s behind us and prepare for what’s ahead. The trucking

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President-elect Trump Nominates Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary: What it Could Mean for Trucking

President-elect Donald Trump recently nominated billionaire Scott Bessent, a highly experienced investor and hedge fund manager, to serve as the next Secretary of the Treasury. This decision has the potential to reshape not just the nation’s economy but

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Howard Lutnick: Trump’s Nominee for Secretary of Commerce and What It Means for Business and Trucking

President-elect Donald J. Trump has nominated Howard Lutnick, a seasoned businessman and the CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, as the next Secretary of Commerce. For those of us in the trucking and logistics world, this choice is worth understanding.

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Navigating the Automation Debate: Understanding the ILA-USMX Negotiations and Their Implications for U.S. Ports

The ongoing negotiations between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) have hit a significant roadblock over the issue of automation, raising concerns about potential strikes that could disrupt East Coast ports. Understanding

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The OTR Carriers’ Gateway to Success: Mastering First Impressions

The unfolding journey of mastering first impressions is laden with actionable insights and real-world examples, each echoing the monumental impact a positive first impression can have on the professional relationships Over-the-Road carriers aim to foster with commercial shippers.

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New FOMC Decision and Presidential Election: Implications for the Trucking Industry 📉📈📊🚚

On November 7, 2024, the Federal Reserve announced its latest interest rate decision, coinciding with the election of Donald J. Trump as the next President of the United States. Trump’s campaign promises—including tax cuts, deregulation, infrastructure investment, a

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