subject: Make More Money Than Corporate Executives Selling Hot Dogs [print this page] Make More Money Than Corporate Executives Selling Hot Dogs
If you ever thought that the guy standing on the corner with his hot dog cart was just some poor slob, scraping by and counting nickels at the end of the day, you are probably quite wrong. Many food vendors selling their delicious lunch items are making money hand over fist, and some will make more money than many high management people in many corporate positions. Certainly they are not wearing fancy Italian suits or carrying their brief cases and talking on their new cell phones, but they are surviving in the free market quite well.
If you have the desire to have such freedom to run your own business as a food vendor, you simply have to make the initial investment into the cart or equipment you will need, get the proper permits and licenses for your local area, and then you are on your way to make more money than that corporate executive who is slaving away in his high stress world. Once you have established where you will vend your product, and have a good location secured, you will ultimately have a successful campaign as a food vendor. You might even begin to think about expanding your business to a multiple vending operation with carts or trucks all over the area, working special events, or even catering private parties in the future.
In order to make more money from your operation is also to get the best possible product out to the customer at the lowest cost to you. Find yourself some good quality distributors who will sell to you for low cost, and buy as much of your product in large bulk quantities as possible. A good freezer might be a valuable investment for a hot dog vendor, and figuring out the cheapest way to dispense ketchup and mustard may be another key to maximizing profits.
No matter what it is you want to vend, having the right marketing tools and personality will always enhance your sales. You can make more money with a smile and a pleasant greeting than just a silent frown and handing over a hot dog. Traditionally street vendors are also part of the persona of a city, and can give valuable information to tourists, and locals alike. You could be one of these ambassadors of your city, and reflect the right charm, pizzazz, or hospitality that can ultimately enhance a visit to your town.
