Hunters, Farmers, & CRMs: Evolving the Logistics Sales Role

Hunters, Farmers, & 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 […]

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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:Holly’s LinkedInLogistics Luminaries, Live! with Blythe BrumleveLuminaries Consulting’s websiteWATCH THE FULL EPISODE HEREFeedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.———————————————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. Tai TMS is designed to streamline your brokerage operations and propel growth for both FTL and LTL shipment cycles. Book a demo with the Tai team today and tell them Everything is Logistics sent you. Maximize your website’s performance as a sales tool with Digital Dispatch’s website management.

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Reduce Phone Calls: Create a One-Stop Shop Website for Your Business

Reduce Phone Calls: Create a One-Stop Shop Website for Your Business

Freight Marketing Tip: Use your website to reduce phone calls by putting your face on camera to answer questions, which establishes trust and credibility. Additionally, make your website a one-stop shop with a well-set sales process and utilize social media and email to spread your brand message effectively.

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Freight Friends: Space Logistics, Shipping Canals, & Fighting Food Fraud in Our Supply Chain

Freight Friends: Space Logistics, Shipping Canals, & 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. —————– A podcast for the thinkers in freight. Everything is […]

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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.LINKS: Grace’s LinktreeCracking the Code: Intent Data and the Future of Logistics Marketing with Kara BrownArchimedes and a Boat Lift: the Falkirk WheelThe Rise of the Building Material DistributorsWATCH THE FULL EPISODE HEREFeedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.———————————————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. Tai TMS is designed to streamline your brokerage operations and propel growth for both FTL and LTL shipment cycles. Book a demo with the Tai team today and tell them Everything is Logistics sent you. Maximize your website’s performance as a sales tool with Digital Dispatch’s website management.

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Building Trust through Online Visibility: The Secret to Winning More Business

Building Trust through Online Visibility: The Secret to Winning More Business

Many 3PLs operate as faceless brands, but Dave Gulas’ consistent online presence through videos and interviews makes him a familiar and trustworthy figure. This visibility has been crucial in winning more business, as clients see he is approachable, transparent, and readily available. #shorts

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How Dave Gulas Launched Beyond Fulfillment with Zero Experience

How Dave Gulas Launched Beyond Fulfillment with Zero Experience

One day, Dave Gulas, President & Co-Founder of EZDC 3PL, decided to start a podcast to share valuable conversations publicly. With support from his team and an immediate offer from Matt Fain of PopCapacity to be the first guest, Dave began recording interviews over Zoom, learning the process as he went. #shorts

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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:Chris’ LinkedInFeedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.———————————————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. Tai TMS is designed to streamline your brokerage operations and propel growth for both FTL and LTL shipment cycles. Book a demo with the Tai team today and tell them Everything is Logistics sent you. Maximize your website’s performance as a sales tool with Digital Dispatch’s website management.

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Navigating the New American Dream with The Freight Coach, Chris Jolly

Navigating the New American Dream with The Freight Coach, Chris Jolly

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 […]

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Where Should You Focus Your Social Media Efforts?

Where Should You Focus Your Social Media Efforts?

Where should you focus your social media efforts in freight? Jennie Malafarina, CEO of Virago Marketing, suggests focusing your efforts on platforms where your audience is, such as Facebook for owner-operators. She adds that quick, eye-catching videos like 30-second reels from podcasts can deliver quick value and capture attention effectively. #shorts

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Cracking the Code: Intent Data and the Future of Logistics Marketing with Kara Brown

Cracking the Code: Intent Data and the Future of Logistics Marketing with Kara Brown

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 […]

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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.LINKS:Kara’s LinkedInLeadCoverage’s WebsiteFeedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.———————————————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. Tai TMS is designed to streamline your brokerage operations and propel growth for both FTL and LTL shipment cycles. Book a demo with the Tai team today and tell them Everything is Logistics sent you. Maximize your website’s performance as a sales tool with Digital Dispatch’s website management.

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