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 Read More
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 Read More
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. Connect with Gabe Pankonin on LinkedinFollow Rocket Shipping on TikTok, Linkedin and their website. Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Read More
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 Read More
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 Read More
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 Read More
What a Shipper Wants with The Produce Industry PodcastMost 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 Read More
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 Read More
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 Read More
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 Read More
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 Read More
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 Read More
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 Read More
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. Connect with Ken Kowal on Linkedin and Read More
TikTok for 3PLs with LogistoksSara 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. Connect Read More
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 Read More
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 Read More
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 Read More
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: Google My Business’ Free Call TrackingAI Tools Read More
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 Read More
