The vending franchise sector is very popular with entrepreneurs looking for a low-capital investment and minimal hours required to operate the business. HealthyYOU Vending is a leading vending opportunity that boasts no royalty fees as well as a quick startup time, passive income model and recession-resistant qualities. By Nancy E. Williams
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A FRANCHISEE
The vending franchise sector is very popular with entrepreneurs looking for a low-capital investment and minimal hours required to operate the business. HealthyYOU Vending is a leading vending opportunity that boasts no royalty fees as well as a quick startup time, passive income model and recession-resistant qualities.
All of these qualities appealed to Andre Barrett, who started his business, Dre Specials Vends, as a HealthyYOU Vending affiliate in South Florida 11 years ago.
“I had a business offering personal training but unfortunately was injured. Not being able to continue, I needed to replace that income with something that wasn’t physically demanding,” explained Barrett. “A family member suggested I look into vending. I started searching online and came across HealthyYOU. The representative I worked with at the time was very helpful explaining what the HealthyYOU blueprint for success was and gave assurances about the support they would be providing.”
Barrett appreciates the ability to run multiple businesses at the same time, but when asked what his favorite part of his HealthyYOU business is, he’s very clear in his answer of “making money!” He also has some advice for people considering vending.
“Understand this is a real business, and you need to treat it as such. It can be very rewarding if you put in the work,” Barrett said. “Start with what you can handle. I started with five machines, and now I have 116 machines and three part-time employees.”
Here’s how Barrett typically spends his days as a HealthyYOU Vending affiliate:
6 a.m. Barrett wakes the kids and gets them ready for the day. He then reviews the numbers on the business, checks machine alerts and plans his service routes.
10 a.m. Barrett pre-kits deliveries for the day, determines what to pack and maps out the exact route to take. He starts with places that close early followed by locations that operate 24/7.
3 p.m. Barrett continues his route, but great business flexibility allows him to pick up his kids from school and take them to activities.
6 p.m. By this time, Barrett’s business day usually ends and he’s ready to enjoy the evening. He may go back out and service a few more locations if needed.
Nancy E. Williams