Looking for clients as an independent truck dispatcher - Direct marketing

[@JuanSanchez-rw7xb]

Excellent Roman, I am one of your students and this content is one of the "pain points" before starting, However, it is also something related to how you sell your words to your customers, how you talk, and the way you connect to the people.

[@AlfaXLogistics]

Juan, as I mentioned in the video getting clients is the "pain point" for any business, big or small, new and old. If you learn how to market your services, the world of opportunities will open up! That is why we try to help students by providing them with a professional feedback on their marketing materials and campaigns.

[@untothewhirlwind4666]

I like you! I’ll be watching all your videos

[@vladfedotov8462]

A lot of useful information, thank you!

[@AlfaXLogistics]

Thank you Vlad, greatly appreciated!

[@irenenava9662]

Thank you for this awesome information 🙌🏻🚛

[@AlfaXLogistics]

Our pleasure!

[@laquondawalker4379]

Thanks for this video 😇

[@AlfaXLogistics]

You are very welcome Laquonda!

[@recoveryduroad6652]

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[@AlfaXLogistics]

Thank you very much!

[@MOEROBERSON]

Great video and very useful information. Thanks!

[@AlfaXLogistics]

You are very welcome Moe!

[@elizabethzepeda4]

Hi, so I was watching your video just now and by reading the commets I realized that TDS no longer exists and you mentioned a few others over there, which one would be the best option right now since the video is from a year ago. Thank you

[@AlfaXLogistics]

Elizabeth, there is another similar product offered by Randall-Reiley called CAB Advantage which has essentially the same features as TDS. Here is the link: cabadvantage.com/

[@traineetrader4616]

Hello. Do you still have access to the TDS subscription?

[@James33432]

Great video! Does tds have a subscription?

[@AlfaXLogistics]

Yes James, they do offer monthly payments with a 12 month commitment.

[@abdullahi1465]

@@AlfaXLogistics Great. How I can I access tds

[@AlfaXLogistics]

@@abdullahi1465 You can contact TDS here: www.tdsource.com/contact-us/

[@nataliebrown8743]

I have another question :-D I was in touch with tds and I have an appt w them next week so I can FINALLY be told the price for access to their database. They told me pricing depends on which features I end up going with. Can you provide details about what features you would recommend for someone who wants to use it to find carriers (with new authority?) I want to go in with a sense of what I will need as opposed to being told by someone who will make a commission off me. Many thanks!

[@AlfaXLogistics]

Natalie, their search features are essentially the same. However, their "expensive plan" will allow you to do a "batch download" of the date which is very convenient for various mass campaigns. The "cheaper" option will not allow you to "batch download" and you will have to collect carrier records one by one.

[@jrocc355]

​@@AlfaXLogistics What is a "batch download" and what plan were you on in the video?

[@AlfaXLogistics]

@@jrocc355 Batch download allows you to download large sections of database. However, TDS is no longer available. However, there is another product the offer, called CAB. You can learn more about it here: cabadvantage.com/

[@nobleel3061]

Hi How much is a subscription to TDS? And what are the other alternative websites that have dynamic list?

[@AlfaXLogistics]

Hi! To make sure you get most accurate information on pricing, it might be better if you reach out directly to TDS representative. Here is a link: www.tdsource.com/contact-us/ As to alternatives, unfortunately we are not familiar with other data providers. If you find a good one, please let us know. We'll be glad to review them.

[@nataliebrown8743]

doesnt DAT give access to a carrier database as well? do you have feedback on it compared to tds?

[@AlfaXLogistics]

Yes Natalie, it does. However, its search capabilities are limited. For example, it will be hard to concentrate on newly registered carriers.

[@ebonymood1688]

I'm interested in TDS. I am a new Independent Dispatcher. Would love some help

[@AlfaXLogistics]

Ebony, TDS was recently acquired by RigDig.com At this moment we do not have a relationship established with them and therefore we can not advise on their pricing and discounts. However, you can reach out to them directly and see if their staff can assist you further.

[@jaybangthegreat4390]

Are you able to assist me in getting access to the TDS search board at a lower rate?

[@AlfaXLogistics]

Jay please reach out to LearnDispatch Support Team. As a student you may be able to get a discount.

[@nataliebrown8743]

hi! thank you so much for your insights. I was wondering, could you share your average success rate in getting a callback when using voicemail drop? Also, what should i be looking out for when picking a voicemail drop company to work with. I was looking at Slybroadcast, but they are quite expensive. Many thanks!

[@AlfaXLogistics]

Natalie, callback rate for us was between 2% and 5%. A lot will depend on the quality of your target list and attractiveness of your message. As to the VM drop company, we use Slybroadcast, but you can pick whoever you like. Just do a test VM drop with your own number first to eliminate any quality concerns.