Everything is Logistics
A podcast for the thinkers in freight. Everything is Logistics is hosted by Blythe Brumleve and we're telling the stories behind how your favorite stuff (and people!) get from point A to B.
Industry topics include freight, logistics, transportation, maritime, warehousing, intermodal, and trucking along with the intersection of technology and marketing within the industry.
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Everything is Logistics
Cold Calls and Content with Cargo Margo
In this episode, Cargo Margo, the sales director at NFI Industries, talks about her reason for starting a show and its return on investment. As a sales director, she also talks about her typical day, the evolving relationship between marketing and sales, and the platforms to choose when starting a business from scratch.
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Episode Timestamps:
00:33 – Deciding to Start a Show
02:10 – Tips or Takeaways Working with a Coach
02:53 – Behind the Scenes Planning
05:30 – Advice on Starting a Linkedin Live Show
06:21 – Dealing and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
07:54 – Favorite Interview
08:57 – The Return on Investment
09:24 - A Typical Day for a Director of Sales
12:42 - The Relationship Between Marketing and Sales Evolving
13:56 - Core Passion Project
15:26 – Things That Prevent from Starting a Show
16:27 - Cold Emailing and Cold Calling
18:49 – Favorite Creator Within Freight
20:04 – Platforms to Choose When Starting Business From Scratch
21:06 – Social Platform to Try
Quotes:
“I always think there are areas I need to improve, which is true. But to just relax and wallow in the gratitude, or where you've come in that journey, helps me to settle back down and get a grip on things.”
“Each guest has significantly changed my life. To be able to connect with someone that's an industry expert, to leverage their expertise to make changes in your life, and to be able to show that to your community is everything.
“Relationships are not just done behind a keyboard. You have to meet someone in person.”
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