This Week In Trucking
This Week in Trucking is a podcast dedicated to helping owner-operators and small carriers run profitable trucking businesses.
We like to dive into the numbers behind running a trucking operation, such as truck and trailer payments, insurance, fuel costs, revenue, and cost per mile.
This Week In Trucking
Small Fleet Success: Making PROFIT in Intermodal Freight
How to Build a Profitable Intermodal Trucking Business in 2025
In this episode of This Week In Trucking, host Caroline interviews Corisa Carter, owner of CM Transportation and founder of the Charleston Trucking Expo. Corisa shares her journey from the finance and customer service industry to becoming a leader in trucking. They discuss the operations and challenges of running a successful trucking company, including how Corisa supports her drivers, the impact of tariffs, and the unique business model that has sustained her for over 14 years. The episode also highlights the Charleston Trucking Expo, an event aimed at educating and supporting the trucking community. Corisa's passion for mentoring and sharing knowledge stands out in this inspiring conversation.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:40 Carissa's Journey into Trucking
02:05 Starting CM Transportation
03:25 Owner Operator Insights
10:35 Intermodal Freight Operations
14:41 Insurance and Risk Management
19:46 Business Model and Mentorship
21:36 Mastering the Business Model
23:57 Navigating Tariffs and Their Impact
28:09 Adapting to Market Changes
31:34 Building Strong Relationships
33:56 Lessons Learned and Advice for New Entrepreneurs
36:08 Charleston Trucking Expo: A Community Initiative
39:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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