Freight Broker Training-New Agent Tidbits
Freight broker training is not a difficult profession, but being a freight broker agent can be, especially for new agents. I know this to be a fact because I have been there done that. Trying to remember everything that goes on a load confirmation sheet, what signatures are needed, who to call, when to call, who to talk with, what to say and how to say it can all get jumbled up in the beginning. Even with the proper freight broker training it can be a little confusing or even overwhelming for the new agent. But there is a solution: practice and repetition. If you can’t remember what goes on a confirmation sheet, take the time to print out a blank one and practice filling it in. If you are having trouble calculating rates, print out an instruction sheet and post it where you can see it or better yet, practice each rate until you understand it. Do practice calls with a friend. And remember, even though hands on may be the best teacher in most things, it can prove to be costly for the new agent. Your freight broker training instructor should not only be there to answer your questions, but should also give you handouts using scenarios, questionnaires, and a daily routine guideline sheet. Here at a1 freight broker training, we strive to give you the quality training you will need to succeed.
Written by Jack C. Martin
Owner A1 Freight Broker Training
Copyright 2009 by Jack C Martin






Right - freight brokerage is quite straightforward - there is no complicated application of rules to different scenarios, no creativity required … intimidation by the processes is the main barrier in the beginning. Trust in your memory, and repeat, and it will come without fail.
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That's great, I never thought about Freight Broker Training-New Agent Tidbits like that before.
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My mom used to work with freight brokers on a daily basis, and I've always had interest in the work itself. I am training in transport logistics right now and one day I hope to work for a freight company!
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