Most folks get a cart and immediately run to Facebook like it’s grandma’s house on Sunday.And hey — nothing wrong with that… unless you’re tryin’ to pay bills and not just post pretty pictures of hot dogs. Truth is, Facebook and LinkedIn ain’t the same. One’s where your customers hang out. The other’s where the […]
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Brrrr…It’s starting to get cold
I’m calling Bull$&%#! Ever notice WHEN the big stores start putting out the outdoor items? You know the fun stuff, outdoor games, water sport items, fishing equipment, hiking, sporting goods etc…? Ever notice WHEN the festivals, fairs, outdoor events, concerts etc. are held? Spring Summer & Fall […]
Poor Area Doesn’t Stop This Hot Dog Vendor
Poor Area Doesn’t Stop This Vendor James has done an excellent job already, transforming a non-working cart into a fully functioning money maker, but sells could be better. Read below. Hi Ben, Thought I would tell you about my first week with my hot dog cart since you want to hear stories. I […]
NO CAPITALISM FOR YOU! WELCOME TO SUMMERVILLE-ISTAN SC
That is what one town is telling it’s hopeful vendors. For a moment I want you to imagine this, McDonalds restaurant leases a prime piece of real estate in order to build a restaurant and are approved by the planning commission for the placement of the building on the lot. But they are told when […]
Food Truck Catering
You have a built-in start for your food truck catering expansion: everyone you serve at the window of the truck is a potential catering customer or catering referral! Start by offering a rack card at your order or pick-up windows (see below examples of some of my rack cards for Love Food Truck Co.). Food […]
If Their Lips Are Moving – They’re Probably Lying
Health department people sometimes give out bad information about hot dog cart, street food, or catering business requirements. I hear from people every week about “officials” who told them about some crazy laws that make no sense. Here are some examples of stupid health department “requirements” and what to do when you hear something that […]
Concession Trailer Compared to Cart
Guest post on food trailer vs cart, by Jason of the Love Food Truck Company! The concession trailer with the most bang for the buck, in my opinion, is from that crazy redneck Ben Wilson from www.hotdogcartstore.com. Ben has been producing some of the best carts and helping people become financially independent for years! A […]