Why Some Freight Brokers Thrive While Others Stall

Welcome to this week’s RKC Newsletter — where we break down one of the most misunderstood truths in freight: the market doesn’t determine your success... your mindset does.Freight cycles rise and fall. Volumes surge, then disappear. Rates tighten, then loosen. But after working with hundreds of brokers, carriers, and shippers, one pattern is unmistakable:Some teams grow during downturns — while others stall even in the best conditions.This issue unpacks why.

Ryan Suydam

Dec 5, 2025

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