Lock & Rate
What is “lock in the rate”?
This phrase means to confirm a price so it doesn’t change.
What is “hammer out the details”?
To finalize discussion and agreement on details.
What is “line up a load”?
To arrange or organize a shipment.
What is “iron out issues”?
To iron out small problems before confirming.
What is “fall through”? /
When a shipment or deal fails unexpectedly.
What is “push back on the rate”?
To disagree with the proposed price.
What is “fall through”?
When a deal or shipment doesn’t happen at the last minute.
What is “sort out the paperwork”?
To check and finalize all necessary documents.
What is “touch base”? /
To contact someone briefly to discuss progress.
What is “sort out the paperwork”?
to fix paperwork or scheduling problems.
What is “work out a better deal”?
To try to make a better agreement for both sides.
What is “wrap up the load”?
To finish handling a shipment before moving on.
What is “follow up on”?
To revisit a previous topic or shipment for clarification.
What is “follow up on”? /
To confirm or follow up on a previous agreement.
What is “buy some time”? /
To temporarily gain more time before a decision.
What is “bring to the table”?
To offer something valuable during a negotiation
What is “buy some time”?
To temporarily gain more time before making a decision.
What is “touch base”?
To connect or briefly discuss with someone.
What is “keep in the loop”? /
To keep everyone informed about changes.
What is “wrap up the load”? /
To finish all tasks for a load before moving on.
What is “get the ball rolling”?
To start the process once agreement is reached.
What is “stick to the schedule”?
To keep everything organized and on schedule.
What is “keep in the loop”?
To keep someone informed about updates.
What is “iron out issues”? /
To resolve or clarify any remaining problems.
What is “iron out issues”?
To resolve minor issues before finalizing a deal.