Got questions about how to start a freight broker business? You’re not alone — and in this video, I answered over 20 real questions from freight broker and agent startups just like you.

From how to get your freight broker license and win your first shipper, to pricing strategy, TMS tools, factoring, insurance, and whether AI can actually help with quoting — this is one of the most in-depth Q&As I’ve ever done for new brokers.

If you’re looking to launch a freight broker startup the right way, without wasting time, money, or spinning your wheels, this video is your shortcut.

🔑 What you’ll learn in this session:

– How to get your freight broker license & authority

– Spot market vs. contract freight explained – Smart strategies for quoting and pricing freight

– The truth about insurance, bonds, and startup costs – Whether you need a TMS (and when to get one)

– Cold calling vs cold emailing vs LinkedIn

– AI and the future of freight brokering

– How to get your first customers and carriers

– Starting a brokerage from home

– Why most brokers fail at sales (and how to fix it)

🎓 Ready to launch your freight broker business?

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