**🚛 DISPATCHER GRADUATES: YOUR NEXT MOVE STARTS NOW! 🚛** Congratulations on completing the Dispatcher Course! 🎉 You've got the knowledge—now it's time to put it into ACTION and start building your dispatch business! --- ## 📋 YOUR IMMEDIATE NEXT STEPS: **STEP 1: Set Up Your Business Foundation (This Week)** ✅ **Register Your Business** - LLC or sole proprietorship (LLC recommended for protection) - Get your EIN from IRS (free, takes 5 minutes online) - Open a business bank account ✅ **Get Your Tools Ready** - DAT Load Board subscription (use our affiliate link for discount coming soon) - Trucking management software or spreadsheets - Professional phone line (Google Voice is free to start) - Email signature with your business name ✅ **Create Your Dispatcher Agreement** - Standard rate: 4-7% of gross revenue per truck - Payment terms (weekly/bi-weekly) - Services you'll provide - Termination clause This is if your working for Owner operator directly outside of our Zodiac Dispatcher Network. --- ## 🎯 STEP 2: START RECRUITING OWNER OPERATORS (Your #1 Priority!) **You need trucks to dispatch = You need owner operators!** Here's exactly what you need to get started recruiting: ### **What Owner Operators Want to Know:** 1️⃣ **Your Commission Rate** - Industry standard: 5-7% of gross - New dispatchers often start at 5% to build portfolio - Be clear and upfront 2️⃣ **What You'll Handle For Them** - Finding high-paying loads (DAT, direct shipper contacts) - Rate negotiation with brokers - Route planning and fuel stops - Paperwork (rate confirmations, BOLs) - Invoicing and payment follow-up - Problem-solving (breakdowns, delays, disputes) 3️⃣ **Your Availability** - Are you available 24/7 or business hours only? - How quickly do you respond to calls/texts? - Backup plan if you're unavailable 4️⃣ **Your Track Record** - If you're new: Emphasize your training, dedication, and lower rate - Offer first 2 weeks FREE or at reduced rate to prove yourself