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Freight Broker vs. Freight Agent
“Freight agent” and “freight broker” are two terms often used interchangeably in the freight industry. But the terms have different connotations, and the roles look very different in the day-to-day work. While all of our independent freight agents at Tallgrass can also define themselves with

Tallgrass Freight Company Sweeps Awards for Growth, Company Culture
It’s already been an incredible year so far, and things are only getting better! We’re thrilled to share that Tallgrass

Tallgrass Freight Agents Play to Win During TGF Fall Olympics
All of us at Tallgrass Freight Company know how to work hard. After all, that’s the dedication that’s required when

Tallgrass Freight Continues Rapid Growth, Acquires Westport Business Group
It’s been an incredible year for all of us at Tallgrass Freight Company, and we have no plans to slow

Why the Back to School Season Is the Perfect Time to Join Tallgrass Freight
Back to school season is in full swing! You’re likely juggling an even more hectic schedule as you help your

Decision Engine Updates, Other Improvements Among Steering Committee Takeaways
It’s crazy how fast 2018 is flying by, isn’t it? We recently held our second Steering Committee meeting of the

The Tallgrass Freight Difference: How We Support and Empower Female Freight Agents
Working in the freight industry is exhilarating and rewarding, but it brings with it a fair number of challenges, including

Chase the Money, Not the Title
Think about where you are in your career. Now, what do you want to accomplish next? What goal are you

Decision Engine Feedback, New Performance Metrics Among Steering Committee’s First-Quarter Discussion
As part of our ongoing commitment to give our freight agents a rewarding, results-driven environment in which they can thrive,

Tallgrass Launches Proprietary Decision Engine, Continues Transition to ‘Technology Company That Brokers Freight’
We’ve been hard at work on something big. And now, we’re ready to share more about it! We recently released

Recognizing the Best of the Best: Introducing Tallgrass Freight’s Club 200
Our freight agents are at the core of our company’s success. And as we focus on strategic business growth, we

7 Things Freight Agents Love About Tallgrass
There’s no better time of year to celebrate the people you love than on Valentine’s Day (or eat a bunch

Tallgrass Adds Two Strategic Partners to Accelerate Next Growth Phase
On the heels of a successful 2017 — highlights of which included 150 percent revenue growth and hiring more than
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How To Find the Right Freight Agent Program

When you’re looking to make a move in your freight career, there’s lots to consider. In our free ebook, explore all the questions you should ask a potential company, and a framework for evaluating a freight agent program.