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The RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 8 | Ep30 James Waissel on hitting £300K within 7 months as a rec agency founderJames Waissel set a modest goal of £125K in year 1 of launching his own agency. Instead, he ended up billing over £300K in revenue in just seven months.On this week’s episode of The RAG Podcast, I’m joined by James Waissel, founder and CEO of Huntsman Consult, a construction and real estate recruitment business based in London.James started the business in June 2024, backed by a couple of key clients, and has built a small but growing team of three. In this conversation, he shares what it’s really like in the first nine mont...2025-05-071h 06The RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 8 | Ep28 From recruiter to founder at 25: Haseena Mooncey on building a global life sciences businessStarting a recruitment business at 25 with just three years of experience takes serious courage. Haseena Mooncey did exactly that – and she’s built something special.On this week's episode of The RAG Podcast, I'm joined by Haseena Mooncey, co-founder of CHR Life Sciences, a modern boutique recruitment firm focused on niche roles across the UK, Ireland, and Europe.Haseena launched the business with a former boss as her co-founder, stepping into entrepreneurship with limited experience but a clear mindset and strong values. Her story is rare, especially as a young woman in recruitment. And i...2025-04-231h 05
Beyond The Road | The ATS PodcastDriving For A Trucking Company In 2025For drivers: https://hubs.la/Q03f6KjB0For shippers: https://hubs.li/Q03f6QT70What’s it really like moving freight in today’s trucking industry?In this episode of Beyond the Road, veteran ATS driver Slade joins host Holly to talk about what it takes to stay successful behind the wheel in a changing freight market. From shifting freight lanes to tightening regulations, and from hauling wind energy components to dealing with glitchy safety tech, this episode dives into real-life experiences from the road.🔹 Insights on staying profitable during market downtur...2025-04-2247 minThe RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 8 | Ep26 Tom Johnson on securing investment from Lord Sugar and buying back 100% of his recruitment businessWhat happens when you cold email Lord Sugar asking for investment? Tom Johnson did exactly that…and it worked!On this week's show, I am joined by Tom Johnson, founder of Hernshead Group, a recruitment business he launched six years ago with backing from Lord Alan Sugar after watching The Apprentice.In this episode, Tom shares the full story – from that bold email to building and scaling Hernshead Group, launching (and closing) multiple brands, and recently completing a management buyout to take full ownership of the company.In this episode, we discuss:How...2025-04-091h 02Beyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEverything You NEED To Know About TariffsFor shippers: https://hubs.li/Q03f6QT70For drivers: https://hubs.la/Q03f6KjB0Confused about tariffs? You're not alone.In this episode of Beyond the Road, industry experts break down everything you need to know about tariffs, from what they are and how they work, to their wide-reaching impacts on international shipping, supply chains, transportation costs, and end consumers.🔹 What tariffs are and how they’re applied🔹 The role of HS codes in international trade🔹 How tariffs impact importers, exporters, and logistics providers🔹 Real-world examples: steel, solar panels, and av...2025-04-0435 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastBlitz Week 2025 | CVSA Roadcheck Survival GuideFor shippers: https://hubs.li/Q03f6QT70For drivers: https://hubs.la/Q03f6KjB0In this high-impact episode of Beyond the Road, ATS experts dive deep into CVSA’s annual Roadcheck Blitz, happening May 13–15, 2025. With increased roadside inspections and targeted enforcement, this is the most disruptive week in the trucking industry — and it can derail your freight if you're not prepared.🔹 What Blitz Week really is (and why it matters)🔹 This year’s focus: Tire violations & falsified logs🔹 Why drivers may be inspected multiple times in one day🔹 How shippers can reduce...2025-04-0132 minThe RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 8 | Ep24 Tom Essex on losing their niche, and completely rebuilding the agency inside the first five years!Founders fall out. Niches get blurred. This is what no one tells you about before you launch your own recruitment agencyOn this week's show, I am joined by Tom Essex, co-founder of Kigyo Solutions, a recruitment business based in Amsterdam focused on logistics and renewable energy.Tom launched the business in 2020 at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. What started as a niche SAP agency quickly became a generalist business that lost its direction. In this episode, we break down how he and his co-founder navigated a tough few years, rebuilt their relationship, and...2025-03-2653 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastFreight Recession Over? What’s Next for Shipping Rates & Capacity in 2025Free resources: https://hubs.li/Q02yPFW70The trucking industry is constantly evolving, and understanding contracts, insurance, and market trends is crucial for shippers, carriers, and brokers alike. In this episode of Beyond the Road, we sit down with John and AJ from ATS to discuss:Industry Updates – Is the freight recession really over? How are market trends shifting in 2025?Contracts & Liability – How shippers, brokers, and carriers can avoid costly legal pitfalls.Nuclear Verdicts & Insurance Costs – The rising risks and financial impact of major legal settlements.Tariffs & Market Volatility – How recent policies are reshapin...2025-03-1938 minThe RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 8 | Ep21 Lloyd Gordon: Merging 2 rec firms with 100+ staff into one unified teamIn 2022, Lloyd Gordon had just acquired Cognitive Group, bringing his team to over 100 people.Over the past 3 years, he has had the challenge of successfully integrating the two businesses.On this week’s episode of The RAG Podcast, I am joined for the fourth time by Lloyd, CEO of Focus Cloud Group, and this time we discussed:The challenges of merging two teams, cultures, and leadership styles.How to unify systems, processes, and back-office functions.The mistakes made along the way and the lessons learned.What’s next as Lloyd sets his sights on furt...2025-03-051h 15Beyond The Road | The ATS PodcastHow Tariffs Could Affect Produce Season For ShippersFree resources: https://hubs.li/Q02yPFW70Produce season is right around the corner, and it’s bringing big changes to the trucking industry. How will it impact rates, capacity, and supply chains?In this episode of Beyond The Road, host Eric Metso sits down with Mark Andres (Director of Operations, ATS Logistics) and Josh Rivers (Sales Team Manager, ATS Logistics) to break down everything shippers need to know about the upcoming produce season, trucking market trends, and the impact of tariffs on freight movement.What’s Covered:The State of the Trucking Indu...2025-02-2824 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastTrucking Industry Update & Frost Laws PlanningFree resources: https://hubs.li/Q02yPFW70Welcome back to Beyond The Road, the trucking industry podcast! In this episode, we’re tackling a topic that’s both timely and critical—Frost Laws—and how they impact heavy haul shipping.Host Justin Werner is joined by Jake Black, Heavy Haul Customer Service Manager, and Jenny Thommes from the Heavy Haul Permit Department to break down the latest industry updates and discuss how weather, regulations, and infrastructure challenges affect freight movement during the winter and early spring months.Episode Breakdown:🔹 Industry Update: How the market is t...2025-02-2121 minThe RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 8 | Ep19 FIFA to Founder: How a 20yr old Harry Portch built HM Staffing by accidentOn this week’s episode of The RAG Podcast with Harry Portch, founder of HM Staffing. Harry’s journey is anything but ordinary. He started his business at just 20 years old – almost by accident – while playing FIFA! Now, six years later, he’s built a leading sales and marketing recruitment agency, transitioned to a fully remote model, and became a LinkedIn Top Voice. In this episode, you’ll hear about: - How Harry started his business + the COVID-19 challenges he had to face right from the start- Why he wanted to take t...2025-02-191h 08Beyond The Road | The ATS Podcast2025 Freight Forecast: What’s Next for the Brokerage Industry?Free resources: https://hubs.li/Q02yPFW70The transportation industry is shifting as we move into 2025, and in this episode of Beyond the Road, host Eric sits down with James Geiske (Regional Sales Director) and Ty Holstrom (VP of National Sales) to break down the latest industry trends, how weather disruptions are shaping Q1, and what shippers should expect in the months ahead.They also discuss how tariffs, regulatory changes, and economic shifts could impact trucking and brokerage in 2025, plus how companies can stay ahead of market fluctuations. The episode wraps up with a freight trivia...2025-02-1434 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastVans Forecast 2025 | Trucking Industry Trends & InsightsFree resources: https://hubs.li/Q02yPFW70In this episode, host Justin Werner is joined by Troy Dessert and Lars Offerdahl to discuss the future of the van freight market as we head into 2025. From shifting economic conditions to new policies from the incoming administration, we break down how these changes could impact shippers, drivers, and the entire trucking industry.- In This Episode -Industry Update & Current Events:- The current state of the trucking industry based on feedback from shippers, drivers, and customers.- How the new administration's policies may affect...2025-02-1131 minThe RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 8 | Ep17 Jordan Shlosberg: Using tech, branding & social selling to drive revenueIntroducing the Top 100 most influential recruiters on LinkedIn...This week, I am re-joined by Jordan Shlosberg, founder of Atlas, for an unmissable episode of The RAG Podcast.Since we last spoke in September, Atlas – the world’s first AI-powered CRM for recruiters – has skyrocketed to nearly £1M ARR in just 9 months! But this episode isn’t just about AI: it’s about how recruiters can leverage technology, brand building, and social selling to drive real revenue. Here’s what we cover: How AI is reshaping recruitment CRMs & why voice tech is the future. T...2025-02-051h 07The RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 8 | Ep16 James Sanders: 200 employees & 4 brands to selling 50% for £1 to survive!Some recruitment founder stories end with an exit.This one starts with it falling apart.On this week's episode of The RAG Podcast, I am joined by James SandersJames built PSR Solutions from his bedroom to:£65M turnover200+ staffMultiple acquisitions4 specialist brandsThen came an unexpected call:£3M due. 7 days to pay.But some key lessons came from all of this and in this powerful episode, James candidly shares:The rise of PSR Solutions from a startup in 2005 to a business with 200+ employees and fo...2025-01-291h 17Beyond The Road | The ATS PodcastInauguration, Winter Weather in Florida and More | January 2025Free resources: https://hubs.li/Q02yPFW70In this episode, host Justin Werner is joined by industry experts Reid Eggen and Jason Wald to discuss the 2025 Q1/Q2 pricing update and forecast. Dive into the latest trends shaping the trucking industry, from market performance to the effects of tariffs and political transitions. Whether you’re a shipper, driver, or industry professional, this episode delivers key insights to help you navigate the year ahead.What’s Covered in This Episode:Industry Update & Current Events:The current state of the trucking industry, featuring insights from ship...2025-01-2730 minThe RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 8 | Ep14 Nick Asbridge on building a £1M AI rec business in 2 years – and working less!This story is unlike anything I have heard in over 300 episodes of The RAG Podcast.On this week’s episode, I speak with Nick Asbridge, founder of Asobbi, a UK-based AI-focused recruitment company. Nick shares his incredible journey:From 15 years in recruitment to launching Asobbi in January 2023, achieving £1M+ in annual revenue in just two years.Why he worked less and felt less stressed as an entrepreneur compared to his corporate career.The unique company culture he’s built by treating employees like adults.How he prioritises building genuine relationships with candidates and clients.The im...2025-01-151h 10Beyond The Road | The ATS PodcastHeavy Haul and Wind Energy: 2025 ForecastFree resources: https://hubs.li/Q02yPFW70Join host Justin Werner as he dives deep into the future of heavy haul trucking and wind energy transportation with industry experts Jake Black and Andrew Beckmann. This episode offers critical insights into market trends, industry forecasts, and the impact of current events on the trucking and renewable energy sectors.In This Episode:Industry Update and Current Events:The state of the trucking industry in early 2025.How the January 15th port strike may disrupt shipping and supply chains.The impact of tariffs on freight...2025-01-1032 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastWhat To Expect In Flatbed Shipping For 2025Free resources: https://hubs.li/Q02yPFW70Flatbed Shipping Projections for 2025 | Industry Insights and Market TrendsIn this episode, host Justin Werner is joined by industry experts Lyle Jankee and Nicole Meyer to discuss flatbed shipping projections for 2025. From current events impacting the trucking industry to actionable advice for shippers and drivers, this episode is packed with insights to help you prepare for the year ahead.Here’s what we cover:⏵ Industry Update:Current state of the trucking industry: What we’re hearing from drivers and customers.Major developments affect...2024-12-2725 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastProject Freight Secrets REVEALED: What Drivers & Shippers MUST KnowFree resources: https://hubs.li/Q02yPFW70Port Strike Information: https://hubs.li/Q030pvNP0⏵ Project Coordination in the Trucking IndustryIn this episode, hosts Eric, Derek, and Hailey dive into the world of project coordination and its impact on semi drivers and shippers alike. From industry updates to busting common myths, we’re covering everything you need to know to navigate this essential aspect of logistics.⏵ Episode Breakdown:0:00 - Introduction: Meet our hosts and guests as we set the stage for today’s topics.2:30 - Industry Update: What’s happening in the trucki...2024-12-2632 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastHow Marketing Plays A Huge Role In Your SuccessFree resources: https://hubs.li/Q02yPFW70Marketing plays a pivotal role in shaping industries, and transportation is no exception. In this episode, host Holli Harter is joined by Brenda Schermerhorn and Maddy Marquette to explore how marketing strategies are evolving in the trucking and transportation industry. From leveraging digital tools to adapting to industry changes, this episode dives deep into the challenges and opportunities ahead.Here’s what we’ll cover:⏵ Industry Update:The current state of the trucking industry and its impact on marketing strategies.Insights into social media changes, includ...2024-12-2658 minThe RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 8 | Ep11 The road to a successful MBO: Lessons from Chris Peace’s £Million exitWhat does life look like on the first day after selling your business? In this week’s episode of The RAG Podcast, I’m joined by Chris Peace, founder of Peace Recruitment, a specialist construction and engineering recruitment agency based in Scotland.Chris recently exited his business through a vendor-initiated management buyout (VIMBO) – a unique process that allows founders to sell their companies to their teams without the need for external financing or debt.In this candid conversation, Chris shares:💡 How he structured the VIMBO process to ensure a smooth transition for the bu...2024-12-181h 08The RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 8 | Ep10 From a £17M exit to life beyond business: Gary Redman’s journeyWhat happens when a recruitment entrepreneur turns 30 years of hard work into a £17 million exit? And what comes next?This week on The RAG Podcast, I’m joined by Gary Redman, former CEO of Now Education and now its Chairman. Just 18 months ago, Gary shared his vision to grow the business and exit. Now, with the dust settled on his incredible MBO success, we revisit his journey.Here’s what you’ll learn:💼 How Gary structured the MBO and secured his £17M payday.🤝 The emotional challenges of stepping away from a business...2024-12-111h 02The RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 8 | Ep8 Joe Jani on building towards a £100M valuation (at just 31!)What does it take to grow a global recruitment company, secure private equity investment, and aim for a £100M valuation – all by the age of 31?On this week’s The RAG Podcast, I’m sitting down with Joe Jani, founder and CEO of Metric Search, one of the world’s fastest-growing recruitment firms.Here’s what we uncover:🔥 How Joe scaled Metric Search from zero to 90 staff across the US and UK since 2019.💰 The story behind his seven-figure private equity buyout, de-risking his future while fueling growth.📈 His strategy to hit a £100M valua...2024-11-271h 05The RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 8 | Ep6 Jim Sloan on how to build a scalable and profitable agency that doesn’t depend on you!This week on The RAG Podcast, I’m sitting down with Jim Sloan, CEO and founder of Navartis a specialist recruitment agency in the infrastructure sector. Jim’s journey is an incredible story of growth to a team of 110+ across multiple countries and significant profits of £2M EBITDAHere’s what we discuss:🔑 How Jim started the business as a new brand within a larger group💼 The pivotal MBO process that happened shortly after and set the stage for exponential growth.📊 Why understanding net margin could save your business.🚀 How to bui...2024-11-131h 09Beyond The Road | The ATS PodcastThe Election, Market Rates & Hot Sauce TriviaFree resources: https://hubs.li/Q02yPFW70In this special episode, we’re bringing you the latest updates on market trends and pricing insights in the trucking industry, along with some fun twists! Join our host and two expert guests from the pricing department as they break down the current state of the industry, key challenges, and strategic tips for shippers to navigate pricing fluctuations.What to expect in this episode:Industry Update: Get an overview of the latest industry trends, including how the newly elected leadership might influence trucking policies and fuel prices. We...2024-11-1241 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastJob Market Tips & ConcernsCareer Success Center: https://hubs.li/Q02WDLxf0Career Openings: https://hubs.li/Q02WDLxX0ATS Learning Hub: https://hubs.li/Q02yPFW70In this episode, we’re unpacking the latest career opportunities in the trucking industry and providing job seekers with expert advice on navigating this dynamic field! Join our host as they sit down with two seasoned Talent Acquisition Specialists who share insights into the current job market, what skills are in demand, and how you can stand out in the hiring process.Here’s what we cover in this episode:...2024-11-0144 minThe RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 8 | Ep4 Kate Cross on running an agency with her husband and maintaining £500,000 in contract revenue annually for the past 17 years!Ever wondered what it takes to build a thriving recruitment business with your partner? On this week's episode of The RAG Podcast, Kate Cross joins me to reveal the highs, lows, and secrets to creating sustainable contract revenue while maintaining a successful personal relationship.Kate is co-founder of Harvey Jacob, a construction recruitment agency that’s generated over £500,000 in contract revenue annually for the past 17 years. Kate worked alongside her husband Simon as a recruiter before they made the bold decision to start Harvey Jacob together. Now, through her new venture, Coral...2024-10-301h 05Beyond The Road | The ATS PodcastTransportation Market Update and Forecast | October 2024Eric, Jason and Ty discuss Q4, the upcoming port strike and what you can expect.Connect with ATS on. . . LinkedInFacebookInstagramCheck out the. . . Trucking Industry Channel (YouTube)Truck Driving Channel (YouTube)ATS WebsiteDrive4ATS Website2024-10-0128 min
OVER THE ROADTruck Driver Relationships & Trucking Trivia | Ep. 6Send us a textIn this special episode, we're celebrating the backbone of America—our truck drivers! Join us as we talk about the importance of building strong relationships between drivers and their managers, featuring ATS driver Dennis and his DM, Jackie. They share their experiences, from the daily grind to the value of trust and communication on the road.Plus, don't miss out on the trivia game—Dennis even tries to get his wife involved!Drivers, you are truly appreciated for your hard work, and the sacrifices you make to keep the worl...2024-09-1552 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastTransportation Market Update and Forecast | September 2024Free Resources: https://hubs.li/Q02yPFW70Are you an ATS customer and not on the customer portal? Contact your ATS rep to get set up for free: https://hubs.li/Q02PvhcZ0September is a transitional time: School starts, regular season baseball ends, iced coffees give way to pumpkin spice lattes, and Labor Day marks the unofficial beginning of fall. While the trucking industry hustles year-round, some aspects of this business do start to shift with the falling of the leaves. New fruits and vegetables crop up, construction kicks into a final frenzy be...2024-09-1120 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastAugust 2024 Transportation Market Update and ForecastFree Resources: https://hubs.li/Q02yPFW70August represents a turning point in the year’s ebb and flow of freight. The summer slowly starts to shift toward cooler weather, students head back to school, and harvest begins on new crops in multiple regions.Here at Anderson Trucking Service (ATS), we enjoy the fresh opportunities each August brings to the transportation industry. Over our decades in this business, we’ve helped shippers and carriers alike make the most of their budgets during this unique moment in seasonality. Connect with ATS on. . . Linke...2024-08-0931 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastJuly 2024 Van Transportation Market Update and ForecastFree Resources: https://hubs.li/Q02yPFW70July is a hot month in the trucking industry, and we're not talking about weather. (At least, not just the weather - it gets freaking hot in these cabs, people!)As Q3 kicks off in July, we see the southern states' produce season continues to ramp up, household goods move nationwide, and the Independence Day holiday put a dent in truck capacity.Anderson Trucking Service, Inc. (ATS) has been around for a lot of Julys. As a result, we’ve refined our understanding of the trucking industry du...2024-07-0926 minOVER THE ROADTruck Stop Food, Wind Blades & Road Safety | Ep. 4Send us a textWelcome, truck drivers, to another episode of Diesel Diaries, featuring veteran drivers James and Dave. Hear about their transition from company drivers to owner-operators, their adventures hauling wind blades, and how they mentor new drivers. Get tips on navigating the industry and listen to their thoughts on truck stop food and parking challenges. Don’t miss their candid stories and personal experiences in trucking!For more tips tailored for truck drivers, check out our Learning CenterApply at ATS2024-06-1853 min
Extra Point with Kayla and KempDbacks pick up another win over SF Giants. What to make of Walston's start? Buyers, Sellers and In-between across MLB. What happens ATS in NBA game 1? | 6-5-2024Bob and Kayla discussed the Dbacks picking up another win over the SF Giants. Blake Walston's start, what do we make of it? What do we make of the rest of the Dbacks pitchers? Buyers, Sellers and In-between across MLB from RJ Anderson of CBSSports.com. What happens ATS in NBA Finals game 1? Should the AZ Cardinals trade Budda Baker? 2024-06-0546 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 38 | June 2024 Transportation Market Update and Forecast | BrokerageATS Learning Hub: ATS Learning Hub: https://hubs.ly/Q02r2r6V0June in the trucking industry kicks off summer with the 4th of July, travel, concerts, back to school, construction and more! Today, we meet with Eric, Mike and Dean from ATS Logistics to discuss the upcoming months and how you, as a shipper, can prepare and set yourself up for success!Connect with ATS on. . . LinkedInFacebookInstagramCheck out the. . . Trucking Industry Channel (YouTube)Truck Driving Channel (YouTube)ATS...2024-05-2445 min
Attention RetentionBeyond the Wheel: Career Development in the Trucking Industry with ATSOn the latest episode of Attention Retention, Jackie McManus, CEO and founder of KJ Media, welcomes Jeron Rennie of Anderson Trucking Services (ATS). Together, they discuss: The importance of honesty and clarity with candidates and employees Concrete example of how these values can be integrated into everyday business practices Jeron's career journey spanning from social media to Driver Recruiting Manager ATS's driver initiatives like the weekly driver lunches with executives Learn more about Jeron Rennie and ATS below: LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeron-rennie-60528aba/ Website: https://www.atsinc.co...2024-05-2232 minOVER THE ROADBlitz Week, Dream Semi-Trucks And Parking Shortages | Ep. 3Send us a textTune into Episode 3 of the "Diesel Diaries" podcast where our host, Lori, talks with two experienced ATS drivers about Blitz Week, happening May 14-16. They'll break down the key focus areas for this year and share preparation tips.The episode also covers different semi-truck makes and models, with the drivers picking their favorites, and ends with a conversation about the best truck stops and the current shortage of truck driver parking. Check it out!2024-04-2934 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 37 | May 2024 Open-Deck Transportation Market Update and ForecastTopics covered in this episode:Overview of Open-Deck Trucking Markets in 2024Trucking Industry Cost Pressures | Current StateHow prices are calculatedWhat happens in May and Spring in Open-Deck ShippingHow Open-Deck Trucking is Different this MayConnect with ATS on. . . LinkedInFacebookInstagramCheck out the. . . Trucking Industry Channel (YouTube)Truck Driving Channel (YouTube)ATS WebsiteDrive4ATS Website2024-04-2518 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 36 | April 2024 Open-Deck Transportation Market Update and ForecastOpen-deck freight shipping is one of the most complicated segments of the transportation industry. The flatbed marketplace, although a vital piece of the U.S. economy, is influenced by external forces like weather and government spending. If flatbed shipping holds a place in your supply chain, you'll want to ensure you do everything you can to keep these shipments running efficiently. Recently, trucking companies have faced unique constraints, making it difficult to keep their doors open and their drivers profitable. But is the market on an upswing? Or, will rates remain depressed throughout 2024. In this...2024-03-2730 minOVER THE ROADHow I Started In Trucking | Ep. 2Send us a textIn this episode, Lori chats with two ATS drivers about their exciting adventures and funny mishaps over the road. From how they started in trucking to hauling over-dimensional loads, they share it all. Learn how they make long hours fun and stay connected with family. They'll also share some pie as they celebrate Pi Day – because every journey deserves a sweet ending!For more tips tailored to truck drivers, check out our Learning Center here: https://hubs.la/Q02qt8YN02024-03-241h 01Beyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 35 | Trucking Industry Update March 2024: Let's Talk Freight Rates2023 was a difficult year for trucking companies. It was a great one for shippers though. Spot rates, which have been depressed since 2022, have remained low in 2024. In this episode of Beyond The Road, we discuss current transportation industry market trends and where we expect things to trend throughout the year. Topics covered in this episode: 2024 Freight Rates Overview2024 Truckload Market ProjectionsSeasonality Discussions Q2 2024Current State of Load-to-Truck RatiosTrucking Company Operating Expenses this YearWhen Will Freight Rates Rise?Advice for Shippers in 2024Visit the ATS Learning HubRelated Transportation Industry C...2024-02-2222 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 34 | February 2024: Truckload Transportation Industry ForecastFebruary is one of the slowest months in trucking. Even if it's slow for your company, there are things you can do to set yourself up for success in the months ahead. Things will get busy again, let's make sure you're prepared when they do. In this episode of Beyond the Road, learn everything you need to know about February. This includes how capacity tightens in the open-deck market due to harsh weather in the northern U.S., how oversize shipments are impacted by limited daylight and how the dry van sector experiences a lull. 2024-01-1023 minThe RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 7 | Ep20 - Owen Myers & Jenna Mackie on doubling revenue YoY whilst working a 4 day week!On this week's show I was joined by Owen Myers and Jenna Mackie, the founders of Mackie Myers. Mackie Myers is a specialist accounting and finance recruitment firm headquartered in London, two and a half years old with 14 employees. Since launching, the business has doubled revenue year on year and operated in a sustainable way!They've introduced a 4-day work week after 12 months, which has been hugely successful. And they are now looking at growing from 14 to 40 - 50 over the next few years. 2023-12-131h 10Beyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 33 | January 2024 Freight Market Forecast: How to Prepare as a Shipper In January2023 is coming to a dramatic close after what can be considered one of the most deflating years on record for the transportation industry. Companies have been shipping freight at depressed rates for a while now, making it hard for trucking businesses and their drivers to make ends meet. As we head into January 2024, it's natural to wonder what the next year will bring. While we don't hold a crystal ball, and can't definitively say what the next year will look like from a transportation perspective, we have been around for our fair share of Januaries over the...2023-12-1216 minThe RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 7 | Ep18 - Dan Moussa & Kevin Warner on reaching over 7 figures in 11 months of trading through a 100% retained, productised recruitment model!Today I was joined by Dan Moussa and Kevin Warner, the founders of Telesca. Telesca is an 11 month old recruitment business headquartered in Brisbane with a completely unique model. These guys recruit in the energy and sustainability space and in a short space of time they’ve built a business with the following100% retained (30% upfront / 70% on success)Productised model with clear pricing and delivery structureUtlisation of Offshore experienced recruiters in Philippines.Soon to be 11 staff, every member of the team has 7+ yrs of experience I...2023-11-291h 16Beyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 32 | December 2023 Trucking Industry ForecastDecember, the final month of 2023, is an interesting time for transportation companies; truck drivers head home for the holidays, freight volumes increase in the retail sector, open-deck shipments slow down and daylight hours shrink. For shippers, December is the final month to move freight before the brand-new year. That said, with so many changes happening within area trucking markets, it can be difficult to do so. In this episode of Beyond the Road, you'll hear from ATS Logistics Sales Team Manager, Josh, who will provide an overview of what you can expect to experience in...2023-11-1623 minThe RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 7 | Ep15 - Stuart Fry & Lloyd Cremer on why they are focusing the growth of Halian (1100 staff) in the Middle East and NOT entering the US market!On this week’s show, I was super excited to be joined by Stuart Fry & Lloyd Cremer. Stuart is the CEO, and Lloyd is the CRO, of Halian, a recruitment and IT services business headquartered in the UK with multiple offices all over the UK, Europe, and the Middle East.Lloyd joined me from Riyadh in Saudi Arabia and Stuart was in Dubai. They recently completed an MBO where they bought the original founders out, and they're on a journey now for the next four years to create an incredible weal...2023-11-081h 19Beyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 31 | Freight Rates 2023: A Pricing Manager's Transportation Market AnalysisIn our first episode of season two, ATS' Corporate Pricing Manager, Reid joins the podcast to discuss freight pricing. The past few years have been an interesting time for trucking companies; freight rates surged to all-time highs in 2021, only to fall substantially in late 2022 and into 2023. Where does a freight rate swing like this come from? And, perhaps more importantly, what can companies like yours do to ensure success as we head into 2024?In this episode of Beyond the Road, you'll gain Reid's insight into what's been happening in U.S. freight markets...2023-11-0324 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 30 | November 2023 Transportation Industry UpdateNovember is a busy month in the transportation industry. Trucking companies around the country feel the impact of retail season and the impending holidays in November and December. As a company with freight to move and a budget to manage, you must understand how November changes things in your neck of the woods and around the nation. Reefer capacity, for example, tends to tighten during Q4, disrupting the companies that use them (particularly in the Northwest). Oversize freight, on the other hand, can be trickier to move as daylight shrinks across North America. In this...2023-10-2324 minThe RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 7 | Ep12 - How Precision Sourcing made $2.5M in revenue following Hoxo’s 3X SystemBecause I’m away on paternity leave over the next couple of weeks, I’m giving you some super valuable information that I’ve recently shared as part of our Hoxo Academy Taster Sessions.I’m featuring a case study that I recorded about a company called Precision Sourcing. Simon Hair, the MD at the company, was previously on The RAG Podcast and was part of my Personal Brand Bootcamp in 2020, where I taught him how to build his brand and find warm leads daily on LinkedIn.As a result of that course...2023-10-0433 minThe RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 7 | Ep10 - Kyle Grainger on helping you hire highly experienced recruiters from untapped locations around the world (with up to 70% cost savings in the process)On this week’s show, I'm joined by Kyle Grainger, our newest RAG sponsor and the founder of a six month old recruitment agency, Untapped. Untapped specialise in finding remote, highly experienced recruiters for recruitment agencies in UK, US, Middle East, and Australia, sourced from untapped, low cost locations such as the Philippines and South Africa.The benefit of this model is that you can hire people with a proven track record, who don’t need too much management and training at a fraction of the cost of an equivalent hire in your...2023-09-2054 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 29 | October Transportation Industry 2023 Forecast and Planning TipsWondering what happens in the transportation industry throughout October? Need some tips to employ to keep your supply chain running smoothly? As the first month of Q4, October kickstarts the final stretch of the year. Your company's supply chain needs to finish 2023 stronger than it started. In this episode of Beyond the Road we break down what happens in the oversize, open-deck, reefer and dry van markets in October. Use this information to avoid the common pitfalls companies encounter during the tenth month of the year. While you're here, check out some of this related co...2023-09-1919 minThe RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 7 | Ep9 - Mel Kang on his mission to build a top 200 law firm by focusing on being a headhunter!This week’s show is going to be a little bit different. My guest is Mel Kang, the CEO of Mezzle, a consulting law firm, not a recruitment agency.Mezzle takes traditional lawyers who work for traditional law firms and flips the model. They attract lawyers who join them without a set salary but take home 70 percent of their annual earnings/ billings. The reason Mel’s a guest on the show is because of how similar the law industry is to the recruitment industry. The way the...2023-09-131h 15The RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 7 | Ep5 - Joe Curtis on how his recruitment portfolio of 100 staff has grown in headcount and, importantly, profit, through a unique shared ownership structure which helps recruiters realise their ambitionOn this week’s episode, I'm excited to be joined by an old friend, Joe Curtis. Initially, Joe was the founder of a recruitment company called 3Search, which then led to building a bigger business called 11 Investments. 11 Investments is a series of niche recruitment organisations that work together and share a common goal with a central operational function. Joe's role as founder is to bring more people into the portfolio, both people who want to start their own recruitment company and also people who want to work for the portfolio. H...2023-08-161h 06Beyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 28 | September 2023 Trucking Industry Market UpdateSeptember will be an interesting month in the transportation industry as dry van and open-deck capacities shift around our nation. Produce season is essentially finished in the southern U.S., forcing these drivers to evaluate their next move. As a company with freight to ship, make sure to stay on top of your transportation supply chain during the 9th month of the year. In this episode of Beyond the Road, you'll get an overview of what trucking will look like this month and Q4. Topics covered in this episode: Hurricane Season: How It Impacts Fre...2023-08-1529 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 27 | May Trucking Industry Market Update: What Shippers Should Keep in Mind This YearAs May ramps up, the transportation marketplace continues to change. This is seen most prevalently in the southern U.S. where produce markets start to soak up capacity. With this realization, truck drivers from around the nation flock to these areas and the heightened earning potential they offer. Construction season also picks up in May, tightening open-deck capacity across the board. This makes providing ample lead time to your carriers more important than ever. It's safe to say May will be an interesting month as it always is. In fact, if you don't plan for DO...2023-04-1934 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 26 | April 2023 Trucking Industry Market Forecast: What You Should KnowIn April, the trucking industry experiences changes on a massive scale. The regional, area and local demand for transportation capacity shifts across the southern U.S. significantly. Similarly, construction projects and tradeshows soak up a lot of open-deck capacity in many regions. As the northern U.S. starts thawing out, frost laws are enacted in these areas and many shippers in these areas feel their impact. In this episode of Beyond The Road, you'll get an overview of what the transportation industry looks like during April and what you can do to keep your shipments...2023-03-1426 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 25 | March 2023 Trucking Industry Forecast: an Overview of What to Expect This SpringLogistically speaking, the transportation marketplace undergoes transitions during March that are difficult to ignore. That's why, as your company's logistics expert, it's important to account for things like frost laws, construction season and dry van market shifts. In this episode of Beyond The Road, we'll give you an overview of what's happening in the dry van, flatbed, oversize and refrigerated transportation markets right now, and how we expect things to change in the future. Topics Covered in This Episode:Overview of March in TransportationOpen-Deck Freight Adjustments in MarchDry Van Freight Adjustments in...2023-02-1632 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 24 | February 2023 Trucking Industry Forecast: What We Expect Transportation to Look Like in FebruaryFebruary is kind of a slow month in the transportation industry. There's generally a drop off in the volume of freight moving around the U.S. As a result, you may see freight rates fall in the coming weeks. This makes February a great month to test your carrier relationships and develop systems for optimizing your processes. In this episode of Beyond The Road, Josh joins us to shed some light on how the second month of the year typically goes and to provide some tips for shippers (like you). Topics Covered...2023-01-1233 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 23 | The Trucking Industry in January: What to Know and How to PlanJanuary, like every other month, brings challenges to U.S. supply chains. Throughout the first month of the year, many of these issues are tied to the changing weather in the northern United States and a downturn in eCommerce activities across the board. As a shipper, there are several keys to successfully moving goods in January. Let's make sure your freight get's where it needs to go in one piece. Topics covered in this episode:A Note About Shipping Freight During WinterShipping Out of the Pacific Northwest in JanuaryBuy Season For Open...2022-12-1626 min
Seven Rounds in Heaven2023 NFL Draft: Will Anderson wrecks shop in the Iron Bowl, Olu Oluwatimi and Michigan's OL devour the Buckeyes, and Devon Achane carries the Aggies to an upsetWith the final regular season week of college football done, Rob Paul and AJ Marchese breakdown the best and worst 2023 NFL Draft prospect performances from Week 13. They talk Bryce Young and Will Anderson cooking Auburn, Rome Odunze showing why he's one of the best WRs in the class in the Apple Cup, Olu Oluwatimi being one of the most underrated IOLs in the draft, Isaiah Foskey and Michael Mayer keeping Notre Dame in the game against Caleb Williams, and much more! Then, they make their picks ATS for Championship Saturday (and Friday).See Privacy Policy at https...2022-11-301h 21Beyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 22 | December Transportation Industry Market Update 2022: What to Know and How to PlanDecember is a great month; the Holiday Season begins, snow falls across the northern U.S. and families gather around dinner tables to round out the year. For transportation companies and freight movement, December can be a challenging month. That’s why, in the interest of keeping your cargo moving on time and on your budget this month, it’s important to understand how transportation markets shift in December. In this episode of Beyond The Road, we’ll discuss how freight movement changes to finish the year and how winter weather impacts truck drivers, the transpor...2022-11-1539 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 21 | The Trucking Industry in November 2022: What You Should Know About Shipping Freight This MonthThere is a ton of transportation activity in November. This can be incredibly disruptive for shippers that don't plan for this uptick in freight movement. As the retail season kicks off and food and beverage freight moves with greater regularity, it's essential you're prepared. Otherwise, you may experience higher-than-usual freight rates and long-term disruption. In this episode of Beyond The Road, we'll go over many of the changes that occur in November and provide some tips for shipping freight over the coming weeks. Topics Covered in This Episode:What Happens in the...2022-10-2525 minBeyond The Road | The ATS PodcastEp. 20 | Sustainability in Your Supply Chain: a Conversation on SmartWay CertificationsAs a company with sustainability goals, you're constantly searching for new ways to improve the carbon footprint of your supply chain. SmartWay certifications are one of the ways freight carriers and transportation companies display their commitment to sustainable practices and doing better in the future. Anderson Trucking Service is a full-service transportation company founded on the pillars of integrity and innovation. As such, ATS' four divisions constantly strive to sit among the best in the business and holding SmartWay certifications is just another way they get there. In this episode of Beyond The...2022-10-0430 min