Free Hot Dogs for Drunks In Austin
23. Sep, 2008 
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Man do I ever love this business.
A few nights ago, I was walking with a few friends of mine in downtown Austin and after a night of beers and talking a ton of bulls%*t, we headed home.
On the way the guys spotted a dog vendor on the corner at 11:30 at night. He saw us look and shouted, “Come get a hot dog, I’m just taking ‘em out”
We all laughed and said we were on the way home. His reply was genius…: “Ok, big fella, come get one for FREE for the ride”.
I couldn’t help myself! He hooked me up with a “Chicago” and it was great. I ate two more and all the guys got 2 or 3.
Bottom line: one free .50 dog made this savvy vendor a 5 minute $24. After a chat about what I do, he told me that he has been at the same spot by 3 popular bars in Austin for 5 years.
He only works 8-12 three nights a week and banks a cool $800 – $1000 a week. On top of his full time job as “get this”, a registered nurse.
So what should you take from this story? Well, 1st – my nurse buddy didn’t quit his job, 2nd – he always has fun at work and 3rd – outside your favorite bars might be a great place for your stand.
The really big secret here was the FREE dog. By the way, he says he gets back an average $10 for every FREE dog he gives away. Crazy like a fox.
WOuld this guy be interested in working an event with his hot daog cart and selling hotdogs???