When I was very young my dad made me move to the back of the line – as I was about to compete in a greasy pole climb. Little did I know… these greasy poles stop new hot dog vendors too. You ever done that? Climb the greasy pole? Some places use a flag pole. […]
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Selling Food Outside Lowe’s
I recently got a great email from Chad. He graduated from college less than five years ago, and ended up hating most of the jobs he worked. He made a decision to start his own hot dog business, and after a lot of learning, planning and working, he’s running a successful food trailer at Lowe’s! […]
Blind Hog (Carl) Finds Acorn (Success)
Dumb Luck 101 “…and now i need help” Carl has done it all (according to him). He’s sold insurance, sold gym memberships, landscaper, plumber, small engine repair, waiter, car salesman, construction, concrete and even once sold a very popular herb that you smoke. “I had just quit working for this a**hole plumbing company and was […]
Two Broke Hands Didn’t Stop This Hot Dog Vendors Dream
He had just gotten started two weeks earlier. His new purchase, a big freezer to store hot dogs in was now at risk of being ruined by the rising water. In an attempt to raise the big freezer onto blocks and avoid damage, BAM… both hands smashed. Crushed! But his two broke hands didn’t stop […]
Vendor Success Story: Hamburgers and Jambalaya
I got an inspiring story from a street food vendor named Scott, who gave me permission to share his words with you. He recently went from being almost ready to give up, to selling more food than before… All because of an encouraging video and a change to his menu. Scott of Yo Dawgz Catering […]