Every freight agent has their own definition of success. Some see growth as the ultimate goal. They want to expand their book, add new lanes, hire support staff, and scale. Others want something different. Their focus is maximizing take-home pay, running lean, and avoiding the overhead and stress that comes with constant expansion.
Both paths are valid. Both can be profitable. And both require the right partner behind the scenes. At LDi, we’ve built our model to support whichever direction you choose. What matters most is that you have the freedom to choose your own version of success and the infrastructure that allows you to achieve it.
The Growth Path
Agents who want to scale know it’s about more than just finding freight. Growth requires a full slate of resources and support systems that remove headaches and roadblocks. That’s where LDi comes in.
With access to full truckload, LTL, intermodal, drayage, and more, agents can expand their offerings without reinventing their business. LDi-5, our modern TMS, integrates those services into a single workflow. That means fewer screens, faster quoting, and easier access to capacity.
Growth also depends on having the right back-office support. Invoicing, compliance, and carrier vetting take time and attention away from selling. With LDi, those details are covered. Our systems are designed to keep loads moving, paperwork handled, and carriers onboarded quickly and carefully. That lets agents spend more time building customer relationships and less time chasing signatures.
Scaling doesn’t stop at services and systems. For agents who want to build a team, we provide the framework and guidance to support it. Agents can focus on leadership and growth while leaning on us for the foundation.
The Lean Path
Not every agent wants to add staff or chase the next new lane. For many, the appeal of the agent model is running their own book without crazy overhead. These agents aren’t looking to expand, they’re looking to maximize earnings and minimize distractions.
That’s why efficiency is at the core of our platform. Our technology reduces costs by cutting down on manual work, consolidating systems, and eliminating the need for expensive third-party tools. That efficiency translates directly into higher take-home pay.
For lean agents, support looks a little different. It’s not about building a team, it’s about making sure nothing gets in the way of their day-to-day. LDi provides the tools to run lean without sacrificing service. Fast pay, easy carrier setups, and accurate invoicing give agents confidence that their customers are taken care of.
At the same time, lean doesn’t mean limited. Even without a team, agents can still access the full range of services. The difference is they can stay focused on their existing customers while knowing the resources are there if and when they’re needed.
Freedom to Shift
The reality is that most agents don’t stay locked into one path forever. Business evolves. Markets change. Goals shift. Some agents start lean, then expand when new opportunities open up. Others build aggressively for years, then scale back to focus on profitability.
With LDi, that flexibility is built in. You don’t have to pick one path and stick with it forever. You can grow when the time is right and streamline when it makes sense. Our role is to provide the support and technology that makes both possible.
Success in freight brokerage isn’t about following a single formula. It’s about defining your own path and having the freedom to walk it with confidence. At LDi, we make sure both paths lead to opportunity.
Want to learn more? Give us a shout at recruiting@shipldi.com.