Insider Secrets to Successful Freight Brokering

American Radicalism and Social Mobility
Part 2 of 4

John Thomas — 2012-01-24T17:32:52-07:00

In my first year in college (many years ago), my roommate introduced me to an author named Saul Alinsky. I read Saul's book, "Reveille for Radicals". I liked it. I went on to revere Cesar Chavez who helped organize the...

American Radicalism and Social Mobility
Part 1 of 4

John Thomas — 2012-01-22T10:53:59-07:00

Stay tuned here for my take on what's going on.

The Keystone Pipeline

John Thomas — 2012-01-20T16:18:45-07:00

I have first-hand knowledge of how the boom in North Dakota is benefiting thousands. The Keystone Pipeline would have continued this boom. But, for now, it's kicked to the side. What is your opinion? You can take action here.

Are You Easily Influenced?

John Thomas — 2012-01-20T11:44:17-07:00

You will hear some negative comments from time to time while working with shippers and carriers. If you are like me, you might be influenced at times. For example, when I hear someone make a negative comment about a restaurant,...

Freight Broker Success

John Thomas — 2012-01-14T07:35:20-07:00

Success means different things to different people. Some find they are successful at one level of income; others need a much higher level of income to feel successful. One thing that does not change, however, are the ingredients in the...

Freight Brokers Dealing with High Fuel Costs – Part V

John Thomas — 2012-01-12T19:29:18-07:00

There will be a great deal of squabbling among our politicians over the next several months as they prepare to deal with the Highway Trust Fund, fuel taxes and other related transportation needs. These issues can get quite complicated and...

Freight Brokers Dealing with High Fuel Costs – Part IV

John Thomas — 2012-01-11T21:29:57-07:00

In Part III, it was stated that any dramatic increase in fuel taxes would affect just about every person in the US and especially the transportation sector and middle class. Higher prices at the pump would provide more revenues for...

Freight Brokers Dealing with High Fuel Costs – Part III

John Thomas — 2012-01-08T18:22:41-07:00

As mentioned in Part II, US demand for gasoline has dropped every year since 2007. There are no secret reasons for this. First, the recent recession slowed demand because drivers cut back; also, cars became more fuel efficient; and the...

Freight Broker Opportunities

John Thomas — 2012-01-07T18:18:30-07:00

I'd better get with the program. I come from an accounting background and accountants are normally conservative. "Don't anticipate rosey scenarios and provide for all losses". This is one principle in my own words that I have never forgotten. So,...

Freight Brokers Dealing with High Fuel Costs – Part II

John Thomas — 2012-01-04T21:02:27-07:00

Here is a recent news item: “For the first time, the top US export is fuel”. Fuel exports through October of 2011 topped $73 billion. Yes, fuel! In 2010, aircraft was the largest export item. Wait a minute! Aren’t we...