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Welcome to another exciting episode of Side Hustle City, where we explore the journeys of those who dare to turn their passions into profit. Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Steve Slagle, a savvy entrepreneur who defied the odds by transforming his side hustle of selling ice at his beach bar into a significant source of revenue. He was even featured in Business Insider with the headline "I made $33,000 last year from my ice vending machines. Here's how I started this almost passive income that only takes 2 hours a week". Strap in as we explore the ins and outs of the ice vending machine industry, from the inception of Steve's 'destination ice' business model to its current successful operation in Florida.

As we delve into Steve's world, we'll navigate the labyrinth of negotiations for vending machine locations and the compensation model with landowners. Through Steve's experience, we unearth the value of maintaining positive relations with landowners and the significance of offering a dependable fixed rent notwithstanding the machine's performance. We'll also take you behind the curtain to reveal the nitty-gritty of partnering with manufacturers, obtaining permits, and handling installation and delivery.

Lastly, we unpack the financial elements of the ice vending machine business as Steve shares his experiences with loans, interest rates, and the potential revenue of the company. Steve will also compare the effort-profit ratio of the ice business to other investments like property purchases. Stay tuned to the end as we discuss the power of word-of-mouth marketing in this niche business. If you're seeking your next side hustle or business venture, this episode is packed with inspiration and motivation from Steve's journey!

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