The Side Hustle Show 662: From Zero to $50k/mo in Vending Revenue in 16 months
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Mar 20, 2025 Anthony Kolodziej, founder of H&H Vending, scaled his vending machine business to over $50k/month in just 16 months. He shares insights on landing prime locations and negotiating deals, revealing why he avoids saying 'vending' when pitching to property managers. Kolodziej discusses the modern transformation of the vending industry, leveraging data-driven strategies to maximize profitability. He emphasizes the importance of effective communication and building relationships for sustained success in this unique entrepreneurial landscape.
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Vending for Kids
- Anthony Kolodziej, inspired by Mike Hoffman, started H&H Vending for his kids.
- He wanted to teach them entrepreneurship and create a recurring income stream, unlike real estate.
Location Selection
- Be selective with vending locations and wait for the right one, even if it takes months.
- Don't waste your initial efforts on a suboptimal spot.
Pitching Smart Markets
- When pitching, never use the word "vending"; instead, call them "smart markets."
- Focus on how smart markets are an amenity for the workforce or tenants, not just vending machines.