Because food doesn't sell itself. Happy Friday, FoodTruckrs! Wow—this year is really moving along quickly, huh? It seems like just yesterday that we were announcing the launch of our “How to Start a Food Truck” series, and now we’ve passed the halfway point and are moving on to Unit 5 next week! We’ve really enjoyed all the great feedback you’ve sent in so far, and we can’t wait to see what you’ll think of our upcoming lessons. If you’ve been following along with the series, you started taking a lot of action last month with posts on getting financing and buying your very first food truck. The month of May is all about the next steps you’ll need to take. We’ll cover insurance, truck maintenance, business establishment, and licenses. That might sound like a lot of information to take in all at once, and truth be told, it is—but keep in mind that these are the lessons that are really essential to making your food truck dream a reality! And as always, FoodTruckr is here to support you every step of the way. You can always contact us with questions and we’ll do our best to help you find an answer! On the FoodTruckr School podcast, Pat recapped our most popular blog article ever: “50 Food Truck Owners Speak Out: ‘What I Wish I’d Known Before Starting My Food Truck.’” If you missed this post the first time around, now is the perfect time to get insight from real FoodTruckrs who have faced the same challenges you’re encountering and come out successfully on the other side. And for all of you food truck owners who are already out on the road, we know you’ll be nodding along in agreement while you listen to the trials and triumphs of your peers! Let’s see what else has been happening on FoodTruckr and around the industry! The FoodTruckr Roundup How to Start a Food Truck 15A: Buy or Lease a Food Truck In another in-depth, two-part lesson, we took on one of the most exciting topics we’ve ever covered: how to buy a food truck. In Lesson 15A, we discussed where to find food trucks for sale and how to choose the best vehicle for your business. Read this post http://ift.tt/1i7JbJc In Lesson 15B, we explained how to buy a food truck that will support your business goals and allow you to make progress toward achieving your dreams. Learn about the equipment and essentials you need to get out on the road in this all new chapter. Read this post http://ift.tt/1i7Jd3u On the latest episode of the FoodTruckr School podcast, Pat highlights experiences from real food truck owners like YOU! Whether you're getting ready to open your first truck or you're already out on the road, FoodTruckr School is the show for you. Learn what food truck owners wish they knew before starting their businesses here. Listen to the show Bite-Sized Advice and Food Truck Spotlights FoodTruckr Heroes: Chef Joe Youkhan’s Tasting Spoon Truth time: the food truck industry isn’t for the lazy or weak of heart. It’s a tough game—fortunately, our latest FoodTruckr Hero is up to the challenge. Meet Chef Joe Youkhan. Read this post FoodTruckr Heroes: Rickshaw Stop This FoodTruckr Hero knows that quality is the heart of your food truck business. Find out how Rickshaw Stop has made committed fans who go wild for their menu. Read this post Business Bites: Twitter Tips, Heartbleed, a Must-Read Book, and an Audacious New Coffee Cart In a brand new column, Mindy rounds up her favorite business advice and quick tips to take your truck to the next level. Get your Business Bites here! Read this post Industry News Papa's Italian Sausage celebrates 30 years, plans to complete food truck soon We love this story—a long-time MI restaurant owner plans to celebrate his 30th anniversary by opening a food truck! Carl Rizzuto, Jr., the owner of Papa's Italian Sausage, says that food trucks are the "wave of the future" and will "add a little pizzazz to the business." Read more What These 13 Successful Entrepreneurs Wish They Knew 5 Years Ago A fantastic read for every aspiring food truck owner and all you FoodTruckrs who are hitting the roads hard every day. Check out these simple bits of advice from 13 successful entrepreneurs. Read more #FoodTruckFriday: Social Media, Food Truck Style Some great social media tips for #FoodTruckFriday from Social Media Delivered! Use these strategies to connect more effectively with your fans. Read more Tweet of the Week What's Happening on Facebook Tell Us About Your Truck This week, we have a very special question for our fans who already own food trucks—how did you know when you had found the right vehicle? We’d love to know anything you’re willing to share about your truck buying experience. Where did you buy your truck? How long did you spend looking for the right vehicle? How much did you spend outfitting it with the right equipment? Your stories will help us guide aspiring FoodTruckrs to find the best vehicles for their businesses, so any insight you can offer is very much appreciated! And for all of you who are working on getting your trucks up and running, we’d love to know how we can help you take the next step in your business! Tell us where you’re at in the “How to Start a Food Truck” series and what you’d like to see us cover next on Facebook or Twitter. Until next time, happy trucking! Love, FoodTruckr Connect with Us: FacebookTwitter Contact Info: Website: www.FoodTruckr.com Email: pat@foodtruckr.com Flynndustries, LLC, 9450 Mira Mesa Blvd, Ste C224, San Diego, CA 92126, USA Unsubscribe | Change Subscriber Options