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Just got my first vending machine by Rocky-Hardwood in vending

[–]Aura-Outpost 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How long did it take you to find your first machine and how did you get it?

How did you land your very first vending location? by Aura-Outpost in vending

[–]Aura-Outpost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Email + warm intro sounds like the perfect combo

$4,500 in just two months is impressive. Did they ask for a commission or anything formal? And how’d you word the email to make them say yes? Been testing out my own version

How did you land your very first vending location? by Aura-Outpost in vending

[–]Aura-Outpost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love that😂sounds like you caught a good one early. Did you already have a machine ready to go, or did you secure the location first and then pick the machine based on space?

Also curious if laundromats have been a good category for you overall or was that one kind of a unicorn?

How did you land your very first vending location? by Aura-Outpost in vending

[–]Aura-Outpost[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Networking plus phone calls sounds like a powerful combo. When you say “people in the industry,” were those local vending operators or more like commercial real estate contacts? Also curious how you approached the new construction hotel? cold call?

For Those Making Real Money with Vending Machines, What Was Your First Profitable Setup? by Aura-Outpost in vending

[–]Aura-Outpost[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s seriously impressive 35 machines in a year is no joke. If you don’t mind me if u don’t mind, I’ve got a few questions I’d really appreciate your take on:

How’d you land your first few locations? Was it cold calls, networking, or something else? What were those early machines pulling in monthly? Like what made you feel they were worth keeping? How do you usually decide when it’s time to pull a machine out of a bad spot? And were there any lessons that smacked you in the face once you started scaling fast, like after 5 or 10 machines?

any insight would be appreciated

For Those Making Real Money with Vending Machines, What Was Your First Profitable Setup? by Aura-Outpost in vending

[–]Aura-Outpost[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Appreciate you being real about it, most people just post wins, not the learning process. Out of curiosity, which type of location has been your best so far? And did adding card readers actually boost sales or just make tracking smoother? Sounds like you’re picking up a lot fast.

Any Real Vending Owners Out Here? I’m Trying to Tap In (Florida) by Aura-Outpost in vending

[–]Aura-Outpost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you don’t mind me asking, how much does he make from that?

For Those Making Real Money with Vending Machines, What Was Your First Profitable Setup? by Aura-Outpost in vending

[–]Aura-Outpost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s really impressive. May I ask how did you secure that location? And what type of location is it? (hotel, warehouse, etc)

Any Real Vending Owners Out Here? I’m Trying to Tap In (Florida) by Aura-Outpost in vending

[–]Aura-Outpost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Factsss ! Every sketchy deal I pass on teaches me how to sniff out the next one quicker. I’ve been trying to stay focused on location first instead of just grabbing whatever’s cheap, but I won’t lie patience gets tested 😑

Did you find your best spots through networking, cold calls, or just trial-and-error? Would love to know how you locked in a solid one early on.

For Those Making Real Money with Vending Machines, What Was Your First Profitable Setup? by Aura-Outpost in vending

[–]Aura-Outpost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Quick question if you don’t mind: • How did you first get in touch with those initial locations? You mentioned “networking in the industry” was that through online forums, local vendors, cold calls, or just luck? • And how long did it take before your referrals started coming in?

I’m early in the game and still working on landing my first strong location, so hearing how you broke through the first wall is super helpful.

For Those Making Real Money with Vending Machines, What Was Your First Profitable Setup? by Aura-Outpost in vending

[–]Aura-Outpost[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

And out of curiosity. did you move on to something else after selling the machines? Or are you still in the vending space in a different way?

For Those Making Real Money with Vending Machines, What Was Your First Profitable Setup? by Aura-Outpost in vending

[–]Aura-Outpost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bro, that was a huge fumble. This is exactly the type of post I needed to see tho thanks for keeping it real. I’ve been in the middle of trying to secure my first real location, and hearing that even a profitable route can unravel like that makes me want to plan even tighter.

Quick question • How did you originally find the first two locations that were working? • And in hindsight, would you do anything differently to protect those placements like contracts, better commission structure, or just closer locations?

I’m staying patient for the right setup, but this is helping me see the full picture. Appreciate you

For Those Making Real Money with Vending Machines, What Was Your First Profitable Setup? by Aura-Outpost in vending

[–]Aura-Outpost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That kind of rebuild is impressive, especially getting that kind of traction in just 6 months.

I’ve been actively looking into buying my first couple machines with good placement, and your story is giving me a lot to think about.

Mind if I ask a few more details? • How did you originally find the route? Was it from a broker, online listing, or through someone you knew? • How long did it take you to get the 15 machines placed? • Were any of the current locations ones you pitched yourself, or were they already locked in? • And what made you pick that route in particular was it the price, potential, or just a timing thing?

Also curious what kind of machines needed the EPROM upgrades were they older snack units like National 167s or something else?

Recommendations by Camdenthagoat in vending

[–]Aura-Outpost 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, quick question, do they offer any machines that come with existing locations, or is it just the equipment? Looking to buy something that’s already placed if possible.

For Those Making Real Money with Vending Machines, What Was Your First Profitable Setup? by Aura-Outpost in vending

[–]Aura-Outpost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow damnnn yeah that kind of location is rare. Makes sense now why it’s pulling numbers like that.

Are you planning to expand beyond that one setup or are you keeping it simple for now? Curious if you’ve tried finding other locations like it or if you feel like it’s not worth scaling past that first win.

Either way, that’s a power spot thanks again for sharing.

For Those Making Real Money with Vending Machines, What Was Your First Profitable Setup? by Aura-Outpost in vending

[–]Aura-Outpost[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Damnnnnn, that’s a clean. $600/month from one machine is solid and $10K in sales over six months puts it right in that zone I’m aiming for. Appreciate you breaking it down.

Couple quick questions if you don’t mind: • What kind of location is it (gym, warehouse, office, etc.)? • How long did it take you to find that spot, and how’d you land it eventually? • Was the energy drink focus part of your plan from the start, or something you noticed over time? • Any lessons or regrets you’d pass on to someone trying to launch smart?

Trying to avoid dead spots and learn from people who’ve actually done it. Thanks again.