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by John Long (Author)
Are you aware that the trucking industry is a booming business, and in coming years, its earning potential will increase manifold?
Do you know that the trucking industry is safe from currency fluctuations because most of the revenue is generated domestically?
The trucking industry is certainly a good predictor of the overall economy. Customers begin to ship more goods during the early stages of an economic upswing in anticipation of better business conditions. A drop in trucking demand, on the other hand, could signal the start of a recession. Customers can easily find a different shipper, so providing excellent service is a critical factor. The trucking industry is divided into two categories: truckload and less-than-truckload (LTL). Truckload carriers load a trailer with large amounts of cargo from a single customer, usually for delivery to a single location. LTL drivers load a trailer with small amounts of cargo from various customers, all of whom require different delivery destinations. Initiating an owner-operator trucking company is the right choice for people looking to establish a family business. It is because:
- You just need to get a commercial driver's license (CDL) and take a quick course to learn the basics
- You can work in this industry for as long as you want
- Truckers have the unique advantage of operating independently
- Truckers have complete control over their work schedule
- Owner-operators are free to choose their clients and can take decisions on their own
- Owner-operators generate more revenue than any other business
This book covers all topics and terms related to starting a trucking business, such as:
- History of Trucks and Trucking Business
- Trucking Business Types and how to start it
- Marketing Strategy for Owner Operator Trucking Business
- Managing Human Resource and Building Fleet for Trucking Business
- The Most Common Reasons Why Trucking Business Fails
- The Pros and Cons of a Trucking Business
- Responsibilities of freight broker
- Licensing and business registration
- Effective Business plan
- How to become a successful freight broker and grow your business
- How to find carriers and shippers
- How to use social media to grow your freight broking business
You will learn about the history of trucking, the evolution of the trucking industry, and regulations, and the impact of the same on the trucking business. You will be able to master the trucking industry's terms and jargon and the different market strategies and tactics for thriving in the trucking business. Moreover, You'll also learn about freight brokers and how starting your freight brokerage may be an easy and profitable way to succeed in the business.
So what are you waiting for? Get your copy now.
