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 completely.
You can practice cold calling with a friend.
But remember to keep in mind that freight broker training is a hands-on and if you don't check and recheck all of your paperwork, it can prove to be costly for the new agent.
That's why your freight broker training instructor should not only be there to answer your questions, but should give you handouts, use scenarios, questionnaires, and also give you a daily routine guideline sheet.
 Your freight broker training instructor should strive to give you the quality training you will need to succeed.
Copyright 2009 Jack C Martin