in need of a mentor or guidance to become a broker/agent?

Hi Im really looking to dispatch loads for my Bobtail driver,what do I need to do? I really would like a mentor to show me the ropes. Do I need to find shippers or do I just find loads on the internet... Someone please help....

Hi, I am kind of in the same situation as you. I would like some mentoring; did you find what you were looking for? Alan

shundahamilton in Dallas, Texas said: Hi Im really looking to dispatch loads for my Bobtail driver,what do I need to do? I really would like a mentor to show me the ropes. Do I need to find shippers or do I just find loads on the internet... Someone please help....

Alan in Encino, California said: Hi, I am kind of in the same situation as you. I would like some mentoring; did you find what you were looking for? Alan

I AM LOOKING TO GET STARTED IN MY OWN FREIGHT AGENT BUSINESS.. HAVE SKILLS TO BRING TO THE TABLE... DO YOU HAVE ANY IDEAS HOW TO BEGIN... NEED SOME GUIDANCE

shundahamilton in Dallas, Texas said: Hi Im really looking to dispatch loads for my Bobtail driver,what do I need to do? I really would like a mentor to show me the ropes. Do I need to find shippers or do I just find loads on the internet... Someone please help....

Hello. I am an agent & have been 3.5 yrs now. If you want to dispatch trucks, just sign up for a load board. InternetTruckStop.com or 123loadboard.com ro transcore ... there will be plenty of loads listed. You will very quickly find out who has the better paying loads & you will develop relationships with those companies & agents. To dispatch you simply need your agreement with the truck in terms of what he is paying you, and then you need the ability to find a load. You'll need a fax machine to receive the confirmation from the customer and receive documents from trucks. Just take on one or two for now, you'll feel your way around okay. Details matter on dispatch so don't forget a thing when dispatching. Our job is to make the truck's life easier - it's tough trying to run your life from a 8'x8' box! Good Luck!!!!

I guess I will look on what I can find on ITS. How do I speak on the phone with the people in this feed. To me you call and call on the phone. I did not think that I could find shippers on ITS, just brokers and agents posting.

hi guys i am a new freight broker and i dont know the industry that much. i am also having a hard time to get cudtomers. i am thinking about hiring an agent who is an expert in the area. please give ideas how can get customers.....thanks

Hello, I understand what you are saying because I am somewhat in the same situation, so there is what I suggest: We could exchange Skype Ids for the purpose to put together a support group of about 5-10 people. The idea would be to discuss things, have support and also possibly share resources. The last part is more tricky, but it depends on the people. At least we can explore.

samnoor7@gmail.com in Annandale, Virginia said: hi guys i am a new freight broker and i dont know the industry that much. i am also having a hard time to get cudtomers. i am thinking about hiring an agent who is an expert in the area. please give ideas how can get customers.....thanks

i support your idea let us do that. count on me..i dont have skype i will get one though...

HI,I really need a mentor or guidance to accumulate experience in the industry.I just got my certificate for freight broker.I accept any advice.My e-mail is antchard@gmail.com.

Thank you very much for your advise,but no...I am not going to give up before even I try.I am not a person who runs away from difficult labor. I am not afraid of work,I am very active person ,and I believe I must try this.How I said before I need somebody to guide me .If you can do something I will be forever thankful.
Antoaneta

xrm38@att.net in Forney, Texas said: I've been in this trade for over 20 years now.Once your in you can't get out, so run while you can.No seriously I owned my own brokerage for 8 good years,owner operator 4 years,and a fleet manager of 96 trucks,114 drivers.Now I still ask myself why do I love what I do? Strange but true sir.If my experience stands out and is something your interested,I'm available. Thank you for your time

I would be very interested in learning any and all about the business. I need a stay at home job to take care of my mother. I have fax, phone and laptop. I have a owner-operator who would love to have me find loads for him AND he has lots of friends. I'm great at giving directions and getting back to people in a timely manner which i know is important. please contact me at scoreleo@yahoo.com (sharon, sarasota, fl)
Thanks so much.