For the decision makers at trucking and logistics companies, the freight market we are experiencing in 2025 requires the ability to be nimble while still staying true to your strengths as a company. And, as we hear in this episode of the Grawe Pod, today’s market environment also demands a sense of discipline within your fundamentals that incorporates both optimism and realism when evaluating opportunities and executing strategies that fit your operation.

Grawe Group Founder and CEO Doug Grawe discusses the current challenges in the trucking market and understanding the ripple effects of operational decisions with Gary Randall, an operations expert who serves as an Executive Business Partner with the Grawe Group. This in-depth conversation explores the many challenges that exist in today’s market, which is still trying to recover from a prolonged freight recession. Doug and Gary examine the significance of accountability in leadership, playing with the hand the market deals you and finding ways to best leverage the opportunities available to your company. They also discuss the value of leveraging data as well as the importance of fostering a culture of honesty and emotional intelligence within the various departments and teams at your company.

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