<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Dispatch Training Center Inc]]></title><description><![CDATA[Freight Dispatch Instructor | Teaching Real-World Logistics & Dispatcher Success Skills

]]></description><link>https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:15:02 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding the FMCSA Safety Measurement System and the Seven BASICs]]></title><description><![CDATA[A plain-language introduction to the FMCSA Safety Measurement System, the seven BASIC categories, and practical carrier safety habits.]]></description><link>https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/post/fmcsa-sms-seven-basics</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a85e2f36c395e7dcc390c99</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:30:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6554b7_b3611abd0e4040d6a0e8e2f31868c06e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ALEXANDRA SOKOLENKO</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Track Trucking Mileage Correctly for IFTA Reporting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn a practical workflow for collecting mileage, organizing fuel records, and preparing cleaner IFTA reports for your trucking business.]]></description><link>https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/post/track-trucking-mileage-ifta-reporting</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a85e2f36c395e7dcc390c9b</guid><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:00:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6554b7_1b37bf2abcfd4da58b3f5439e9fc6baf~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ALEXANDRA SOKOLENKO</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Ready to Command the Load Board? September Cohort Now Open!]]></title><description><![CDATA[SEPTEMBER 2026 COHORT Your Path to Freight Mastery Starts Here Secure your spot in our most comprehensive live training event of the year. Master the tools and tactics used by top-tier dispatchers today. LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE FOR SEPTEMBER 12TH START Master the Industry with Alexandra Sokolenko Aspiring and current freight dispatchers, the landscape of transportation is evolving. To stay ahead, you need more than just a list of load boards—you need a strategy. Our 4rd-week Pro Freight...]]></description><link>https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/post/ready-to-command-the-load-board-september-cohort-now-open</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a949fe56625a44549227523</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 21:28:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_2871af2fe0b74961a9ddd42d7d5f1fe2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ALEXANDRA SOKOLENKO</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bobtail Insurance vs. Non-Trucking Liability: What Is the Difference?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bobtail and non-trucking liability are often confused. Learn the practical difference and why your actual operation and contracts matter.]]></description><link>https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/post/bobtail-vs-non-trucking-liability</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a85e2f36c395e7dcc390c9c</guid><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:00:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6554b7_e9382806184d43039d57a7e1e33238c2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ALEXANDRA SOKOLENKO</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Freight Factoring Costs: What Owner-Operators Should Review Before Signing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Understand common factoring costs, contract terms, and operational questions owner-operators should review before choosing a factoring company.]]></description><link>https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/post/freight-factoring-costs-owner-operators</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a85e2f36c395e7dcc390c97</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:00:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6554b7_6424d4e03fba4992aa22746ac0b27a92~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ALEXANDRA SOKOLENKO</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Reduce Deadhead Miles and Protect Your Trucking Profit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Deadhead miles cost fuel, time, and opportunity. Learn practical dispatch strategies that help owner-operators plan smarter routes and protect profit.]]></description><link>https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/post/reduce-deadhead-miles-trucking-profit</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a85e2f36c395e7dcc390c9a</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 02:22:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6554b7_a0d0949d292e4916ad8b43c695ed067e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ALEXANDRA SOKOLENKO</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Skills Do You Need to Be a Successful Freight Dispatcher in the US?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Freight dispatching requires a specific combination of market knowledge, communication skills, and operational discipline. Here is what it actually takes to succeed as a dispatcher in the US trucking industry.]]></description><link>https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/post/what-skills-do-you-need-to-be-a-successful-freight-dispatcher-in-the-us</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a736cd02dc76a37da380bd5</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:03:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6554b7_3639708543d14661812bde18e3ef5f77~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ALEXANDRA SOKOLENKO</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Live Freight Dispatcher Training vs. Online Videos: What Is the Difference?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thinking about learning freight dispatching from YouTube or pre-recorded courses? Here is what live training offers that recorded videos cannot — and why it matters for your results.]]></description><link>https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/post/live-freight-dispatcher-training-vs-online-videos-what-is-the-difference</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a736cd10ed53bd28b893c3a</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:03:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6554b7_842f3f84f1644c29aa7fd934b0deab75~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ALEXANDRA SOKOLENKO</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Negotiate Freight Loads Like a Pro in the US Trucking Industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rate negotiation is one of the highest-value skills a freight dispatcher can have. Learn the tactics experienced dispatchers use to get better rates from brokers and protect carrier margins.]]></description><link>https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/post/how-to-negotiate-freight-loads-like-a-pro-in-the-us-trucking-industry</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a736ccf83bd56b51ff1599f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:03:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6554b7_8c602362a6834a63ab4a083aa10b6fc2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_941,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ALEXANDRA SOKOLENKO</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Become a Certified Safety Manager in Illinois: A Trucking Industry Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Want to become a safety manager in Illinois trucking? Learn what qualifications you need, what training is available, and how to build the compliance knowledge that motor carriers are hiring for.]]></description><link>https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/post/how-to-become-a-certified-safety-manager-in-illinois-a-trucking-industry-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a736cce421979b2d96b3072</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:03:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6554b7_842f3f84f1644c29aa7fd934b0deab75~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ALEXANDRA SOKOLENKO</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where to Get Safety Manager Training Online in the US]]></title><description><![CDATA[Looking for online safety manager training for trucking? Dispatch Training Center offers live instructor-led safety manager training via Zoom covering FMCSA compliance, CSA scores, DOT audits, and IFTA.]]></description><link>https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/post/where-to-get-safety-manager-training-online-in-the-us</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a736ccd83bd56b51ff15998</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:03:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6554b7_1d1c6aa34fec4768874cb73a7bdcda7a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_941,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ALEXANDRA SOKOLENKO</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Places to Learn Compliance Specialist Skills in the US]]></title><description><![CDATA[Compliance specialists in trucking need FMCSA knowledge, DOT audit preparation skills, and an understanding of driver qualification file management. 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Dispatch Training Center is headquartered in Schaumburg and offers live, instructor-led DOT compliance training online via Zoom.]]></description><link>https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/post/where-to-book-a-compliance-specialist-course-in-schaumburg-il</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a736ccb8cda33f4341cc726</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:03:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6554b7_73f59f31c7234acf8b7e1996559b9729~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ALEXANDRA SOKOLENKO</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Secure Your Seat: Live Safety Manager Training Starts Sunday!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Cost of Ignorance is High Every missed entry, every unfiled document, and every HOS violation is a ticking time bomb. This live 4-week course gives you the exact tools to neutralize risks before they become legal nightmares. Most trucking companies only discover safety issues after a costly violation or a crippling DOT audit. By then, it’s too late. Don't let a missing document or an expired record cost you thousands in fines. Comprehensive FMCSA Compliance Mastery • CSA and SMS...]]></description><link>https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/post/secure-your-seat-live-safety-manager-training-starts-sunday</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6d4fd85cf1d22b8d775c2c</guid><pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 01:48:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6554b7_df8d1b55066343aa89eb477fcb980e3b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_480,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ALEXANDRA SOKOLENKO</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Start a Career as a Freight Dispatcher in Schaumburg, IL]]></title><description><![CDATA[Schaumburg, Illinois sits at the intersection of some of the busiest freight corridors in the country. With O'Hare International Airport nearby, access to I-90, I-290, and I-355, and a dense network of warehousing, distribution, and logistics operations in the northwest suburbs, Schaumburg is one of the better places in Illinois to start a career in freight dispatching. Here is a practical guide to getting started. What Does a Freight Dispatcher Do? A freight dispatcher coordinates the...]]></description><link>https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/post/how-to-start-a-career-as-a-freight-dispatcher-in-schaumburg-il</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6832cdb59210289e97ae6d</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:40:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6554b7_8c602362a6834a63ab4a083aa10b6fc2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_941,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ALEXANDRA SOKOLENKO</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where to Get Safety Manager Certification Online in the US]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you are searching for safety manager certification classes online in the US, or trying to figure out how to become a certified safety manager in Illinois, this guide covers what the role requires, what certification means in trucking, and where to get trained. What Is a Safety Manager in Trucking? 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Here is what the role involves, what it pays, and how to build the skills to do it.]]></description><link>https://enroll.learndispatchtoday.com/post/what-is-a-safety-manager-in-trucking-role-responsibilities-and-how-to-get-there</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6643aab59210289e91df69</guid><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:28:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6554b7_4eb43a3aa12f46b9a04c0db7c708dff4~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ALEXANDRA SOKOLENKO</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Much Does Freight Dispatch Training Cost? An Honest Breakdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dispatch training ranges from free to several thousand dollars — and price does not always predict quality. 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