It’s my drug of choice in this UNlearning Era because it CAN be this way. Doc is proof. I squeal every time I see him manning his cart. I’m so stoked he could bring us crazy kids together. Let’s make this our reality, gurl!! 🌭🫵🫶
Oh gosh, I had a project about you, which I started 4 months ago.
Made you a famous gnome in my fictional world, AND I designed a Hot Dog Cart for your character as well. It's one of the coolest things I've worked on in a few years.
Need to complete it.
I think you'll have to be a character in my TTRPG being developed.
Kristi sharing this was the biggest compliment I thought I could get, but you just made it a double shot of warm + fuzzies.
I'm stoked this landed right where it was meant to, gurl... in the deep, dark, cobwebbed corners of your soul where you've been stockpiling all those beliefs no one in the guru pipeline is willing to validate.
I see YOU, gurl. This shit gets to be fun, feel-good, and simple. I hope you'll lean even farther into what your gut is telling you. And if you need a kindred to remind you that what you want + who you are is more than enough... I'll be over here eating ice cream + yelling at my foster kittens to "leave that alone!" 🫶 DM me anytime.
He is! He’s shown me a kind of success that I’ve been searching for and never saw/found for a decade on social media. And to get to see it every week with my own eyes. It’s ONLY Hot Dog Cart Energy for me going forward. This is what “living the dream” now means. 🥰 DREAM BIG and YOU-shaped, girl. Fuck the capitalist idea of success. I’m here if you ever need a cart-sized ear to bend.
Awwww 🥹 SHUT YOUR FACE with all that love!!! 🥰 You just gave me the best warm + fuzzies.
Doc is a fucking legend. He's renewed my faith in humanity, and he's shown me (with my own failing eyes) that this feel-good path is viable, valid, and just as fucking rewarding as I think it would be.
This whole hot dog cart thing has been a line in the sand for me. NO MORE boxes. NO MORE ick. NO MORE following the leaders right into misery, overwhelm, and imposter syndrome.
Hot dogs are on my *somewhat* more flexible list (I'll eat one if it's hot, I'm hungry enough, AND there's enough condiments to drown it in)!
But, I simply adore this kind of story (how could one not?), and right now, sadly, I think I'd be one of the ones having to say "pay you back next week, Doc!" sometimes.
The Freelancing Feast vs Famine Cycle. I should have planted sooner & now be tending more vigilantly.
The best part of the whole deal with Doc is how he encouraged Scott to do his thing - there's plenty of space, and that includes in digital marketing too (despite sometimes not *seeming* that way).
Both you & Doc are such a positive inspo, and I'm doing what I can to empower other scrappy businesses while trying to get myself established, too. Times are tough, which is why we need to build & foster communities so so so much!
The Scott part is what did it for me. The way he's living out his belief system in every goddamn way... not just when someone's watching... it renews my faith in humanity. It lights a fire under me to follow MY vision and do what I WANT. I've always felt like community is what I'm on this planet to create, and this time in our humanity, we need this shit more than ever!
You're creating ripples, gurl. YOU made not see them. But they're out there. They're making a difference. Don't lose sight of that because this is about YOU first + foremost. 🫶
Awww, thanks, sweetie!! Doc is my hero, but I didn't know he would be so many others. His story + belief system is just perfection, so I guess I should have known he would speak to all of my kindreds. Sending you the biggest internet-hug!!
I have been wondering what else I can do to earn since Substack is not paying for hot dogs. I love my subscribers and the community but that paid button is collecting dust.
I subscribed to you, Dre. Hoping for more gems like this.
Park your cart anywhere and grab a Solo cup (pun intended) because I only serve up this kinda fun, feel-good shit. I will NEVER go back to or shut up about the predatory shit that is the online business industry. I'm done being quiet. This newsletter is my rally cry + place to share YOU-shape ideas that'll help you get the kinda success you actually want.
Sending you the biggest hot dog clink, sweetie. I can't wait to get to know more about YOU and YOUR cart-sized cravings. 🌭🫶
We’re all originals, and if the only pace is your own that you need to keep up with, it makes the impossible shit, possible. It worked because he did what worked for him.
However, I just want to remind you that as badass as you are or may think you are, don't forget that without Him, nothing is possible. Don't make the mistake of running around saying “I did all this, or I made this all happen.” without giving God the credit, your entire empire will crumble.
I pray you get everything you want, need and deserve! 🙏💕
DRE!!! How did I never hear about Doc before!!!!
I love this, I love him, I love you. I love the mission of the ordinary being enough. ALLL OF IT.
He’s truly my hero in every way and seriously… the nicest guy on the planet!!! He’s shown me that ordinary IS enough. 🥰
My heart squealed in delight at the thought of the ease and simplicity. So lovely to have stumbled across your newsletter 😇💙
It’s my drug of choice in this UNlearning Era because it CAN be this way. Doc is proof. I squeal every time I see him manning his cart. I’m so stoked he could bring us crazy kids together. Let’s make this our reality, gurl!! 🌭🫵🫶
Yes 🙌🙌 I’m so here for it
I don't get tired of this story.
At all.
Feel tingly and inspired all...over...again.
...and Dre, I've been feeling down in the gutter, trying to kick the extra wheels and dismantling the Corvette engine from my Hot Dog Cart.
I'll get there.
...so long as I don't eat all the inventory along the way.
NOT a texture thing for me, LOL.
🤣 It's always a texture thing for me. "The List" 🤷♀️
You + me both, dude. And we WILL. That's what this year is about. We're going to build these carts... and they're going to be legendary! 🫶
Oh gosh, I had a project about you, which I started 4 months ago.
Made you a famous gnome in my fictional world, AND I designed a Hot Dog Cart for your character as well. It's one of the coolest things I've worked on in a few years.
Need to complete it.
I think you'll have to be a character in my TTRPG being developed.
Hehe
Don't threaten me with a gnome of a good time! I'm ready to be fictionalized. 🥰
Oh, it's not an option.
I talked to the City Counsel in Clockworks City. You're already in the history books.
No way I can stop it now.
YAY!!!! 💃🏽
I find something new to appreciate about this model each time I hear this story. I relish making this my story as well in 2025.
Me too, every time I tell it. THIS the prize I have my eye on. Let’s do this, sweetie! 😍
This is one of the best things I've ever read. It affirmed so many things I've been feeling and leaning towards.
Thank you Kristi Keller for sending this to my inbox this morning 💐
Kristi sharing this was the biggest compliment I thought I could get, but you just made it a double shot of warm + fuzzies.
I'm stoked this landed right where it was meant to, gurl... in the deep, dark, cobwebbed corners of your soul where you've been stockpiling all those beliefs no one in the guru pipeline is willing to validate.
I see YOU, gurl. This shit gets to be fun, feel-good, and simple. I hope you'll lean even farther into what your gut is telling you. And if you need a kindred to remind you that what you want + who you are is more than enough... I'll be over here eating ice cream + yelling at my foster kittens to "leave that alone!" 🫶 DM me anytime.
💐🔥😂 You're the best! Yes 💯! I'm even more excited to see how this year unfolds.
🙏🏽 Here's to embracing and owning the simplicity of it all 🎉
HELL YEAH, gurl!! We’re doing this! 🌭
Isn't it SO good!!?? I'm really glad you enjoyed my share today. I love this journey and Dre's overall message. So refreshing!
🙏🏽💯 Absolutely
I loved this story. It is kind, and truly inspirational.
He’s my hero. He’s given life + proof to my idea of success. 🌭
Definitely in my TBR list! I love reading different business models.
Oh, this one is GOOD (feel good)!! 🌭
Nawwww! I love this backstory to the hot dog cart reference. I am in love with Doc without ever having met him. What an epic tale and inspiration 💗🌻
He's restored my faith in the kind of success I've always wanted!! It's only hot dog cart energy from here on out! 🫶
My gosh, he sounds precious! And inspiring (as I sit here 💭dreaming of my version of a hotdog cart🥰)!
He is! He’s shown me a kind of success that I’ve been searching for and never saw/found for a decade on social media. And to get to see it every week with my own eyes. It’s ONLY Hot Dog Cart Energy for me going forward. This is what “living the dream” now means. 🥰 DREAM BIG and YOU-shaped, girl. Fuck the capitalist idea of success. I’m here if you ever need a cart-sized ear to bend.
What an awesome human being he is!! Wow to not only give all of his trade secrets but like advertise him too!!!!
He's an incredible human!! And an amazing role model!!
I love this qoute
"To say NO to all the ‘MORE, MORE, MOREness"
Yesssss just shout nooooo and run the fuck away!!!!
Enough is enough for me!!
Awesome article girl it was an amazing read start to finish
I love how your voice shines through your writing!!
Your personality sparkles!!
Awwww 🥹 SHUT YOUR FACE with all that love!!! 🥰 You just gave me the best warm + fuzzies.
Doc is a fucking legend. He's renewed my faith in humanity, and he's shown me (with my own failing eyes) that this feel-good path is viable, valid, and just as fucking rewarding as I think it would be.
This whole hot dog cart thing has been a line in the sand for me. NO MORE boxes. NO MORE ick. NO MORE following the leaders right into misery, overwhelm, and imposter syndrome.
To our HOT DOG CART eras, gurl!!! 🫶
🌭 🌭 🌭 to us living our hot diggity dog dream 🥰😍🤩 LOL
Hot dogs are on my *somewhat* more flexible list (I'll eat one if it's hot, I'm hungry enough, AND there's enough condiments to drown it in)!
But, I simply adore this kind of story (how could one not?), and right now, sadly, I think I'd be one of the ones having to say "pay you back next week, Doc!" sometimes.
The Freelancing Feast vs Famine Cycle. I should have planted sooner & now be tending more vigilantly.
The best part of the whole deal with Doc is how he encouraged Scott to do his thing - there's plenty of space, and that includes in digital marketing too (despite sometimes not *seeming* that way).
Both you & Doc are such a positive inspo, and I'm doing what I can to empower other scrappy businesses while trying to get myself established, too. Times are tough, which is why we need to build & foster communities so so so much!
The Scott part is what did it for me. The way he's living out his belief system in every goddamn way... not just when someone's watching... it renews my faith in humanity. It lights a fire under me to follow MY vision and do what I WANT. I've always felt like community is what I'm on this planet to create, and this time in our humanity, we need this shit more than ever!
You're creating ripples, gurl. YOU made not see them. But they're out there. They're making a difference. Don't lose sight of that because this is about YOU first + foremost. 🫶
Phenomenal origin story. And youness. And Doc WOW. Love your quirky writing and style. 🤗
Awww, thanks, sweetie!! Doc is my hero, but I didn't know he would be so many others. His story + belief system is just perfection, so I guess I should have known he would speak to all of my kindreds. Sending you the biggest internet-hug!!
Grateful received and sending one back. Thank you for being such a breath of fresh air :)
Screw writing. I want to start a hot dog cart.
This was fab!!
I have been wondering what else I can do to earn since Substack is not paying for hot dogs. I love my subscribers and the community but that paid button is collecting dust.
I subscribed to you, Dre. Hoping for more gems like this.
I’m so glad Kristi Keller posted this.
Park your cart anywhere and grab a Solo cup (pun intended) because I only serve up this kinda fun, feel-good shit. I will NEVER go back to or shut up about the predatory shit that is the online business industry. I'm done being quiet. This newsletter is my rally cry + place to share YOU-shape ideas that'll help you get the kinda success you actually want.
Sending you the biggest hot dog clink, sweetie. I can't wait to get to know more about YOU and YOUR cart-sized cravings. 🌭🫶
very aspirational...but, I suspect Doc is an original and most of us wouldn't keep pace
We’re all originals, and if the only pace is your own that you need to keep up with, it makes the impossible shit, possible. It worked because he did what worked for him.
I get what your saying, and btw, I HATE beer too!
However, I just want to remind you that as badass as you are or may think you are, don't forget that without Him, nothing is possible. Don't make the mistake of running around saying “I did all this, or I made this all happen.” without giving God the credit, your entire empire will crumble.
I pray you get everything you want, need and deserve! 🙏💕
Thanks, sweetie! 🌭
I feel like I just ate the best damn hot dawg ever and my life is never going to be the same again. Halle-fuckin-lujah! 🙏 🎉 🌭 😋🙌
The cart is what we’ve been searching for, gurl! Doc is my fucking HERO! He’s who I want to be when I grow up. Let’s just do it! 🥰