Good evening BLTA members, I received my certificate today. Looking forward to seeing you all receive yours also. Next course starting soon.

If you want to get paid like a real business, you have to *set up like a real business*. Use this checklist and knock it out step-by-step. ### 1) Form Your LLC (or business structure) - Choose your business name (make sure it’s available in your state) - File your LLC with your state - Save your approved Articles/Certificate (you’ll need it for everything else) ### 2) Get Your EIN (IRS) - Apply for your EIN (Employer Identification Number) - Save your EIN confirmation letter (PDF) ### 3) Get Your D-U-N-S Number (Business Credit Profile) - Apply for your **Dun & Bradstreet D-U-N-S Number** - Make sure your business name + address match your LLC filing exactly ### 4) Create Your NAV Account (Business Credit Monitoring) - Set up your NAV account - Confirm your business info is accurate - Start tracking what lenders and vendors will see ### 5) Set Up a Virtual Business Address (Not Your Home Address) - Get a virtual address that can receive mail (not a PO Box) - Update that address across: - LLC filing (if needed) - EIN profile (if applicable) - Bank account - NAV / D&B profiles ### 6) Get Your Business Listed on 411 (Directory Listing) - Set up your business phone listing so you look legitimate when people search you - Your business name, address, and phone must match what you used everywhere else ### 7) Get an 800 Number (Business Phone Line) - Set up a dedicated business number (preferably toll-free) - Record a professional voicemail greeting - Use this number on ALL marketing materials ## Final Step: Let Me Build Your Owner-Operator Flyers Once you complete the checklist above, **message me** and I’ll help you create your professional flyers to start recruiting **Owner Operators** the right way. ### When you message me, send: - Your business name - Your logo (if you have one) - Your business phone number (800 number if you got it) - Your email - What service you’re offering: - Dispatching services, Freight Brokering, or both