How One Man Runs a Pizza Shop and Sells 150 Pies Every Night!

[@tomburns8441]

Owned a business for 15 years, for those who have not managed people- it can be incredibly rewarding and it can also steal your soul. He is clearly making a comfortable living, putting out a product that he can be proud of- don't rock the boat. Love it. Congrats

[@kyleh8036]

So true, it can take a long time to find good people.

[@MichaelMiner-k8b]

He has it worked out to the very last detail. Loved watching this video! The Entrepreneural spirit lives on.

[@j.wright5918]

100% too many people over complicate everything chasing more profit and end up with less value at the end of the day.

[@Caffeinated_Acrobat]

I've worked in restaurants off and on for my entire working life and I can honestly say that hiring/retaining good employees seems like the most difficult part of running one.

[@stevenzwolinski3047]

At 5/600$ a man per week add up 3 employees per month, holy comoly that 9k at 40 hours per month, im fixing up a restaurant to be a hotdog joint, me and my 22 year old boy is it , i get this guy as a business owner

[@joesmith6972]

Pizza Hut should be less worried about the old trademarked name they no longer use and more worried about the crappy pizza they currently make.

[@saulgood6909]

Thank you so much for that comment. As if it was good pizza at pizza hut.

[@MichaelMiner-k8b]

😂

[@b-genspinster7895]

Facts.

[@danabaker596]

No doubt and what the hell happened to their basic breadsticks and cheese? Those breadsticks used to be FIRE. Now, garbage.

[@Az56818]

Their pizza is better than the other chains

[@HigzyTeflon]

I have seen a LOT of pizzas in my life, but the ones he makes look like they are on a whole other level. It's amazing that Aaron does this pretty much all by himself. This man is a huge inspiration!

[@920WASHBURN]

Come to Detroit and go to Buddy's Pizza.

[@dj1698]

This owner is a genius!!!! Love the video!! It really opens your eye to a different way of having a pizza shop.

[@MichaelMiner-k8b]

Yes, or any other type of business you may be contemplating.

[@len6482]

This guy has thought everything through, incredible efficiency.

[@Smartpizzamarketing]

Small shop and good business

[@jimsonjohnson3761]

For a shit pie.

[@microchrist6122]

everything except pizza taste and quality lol. Give me a true fresh pizza made by a pizziolo any day

[@d0eNer]

​@@microchrist6122 my thought...wanted to cry as i saw the dough

[@seattleite190]

@@microchrist6122 ​ its almost as if its called a detroit style and not sicilian style

[@Naatti922]

Logo of the business + contact info on the inside of the cover of the pizzaboxes, so that once "every customer takes a photo" the logo + info is included. This whole thing is brilliant well done dude.

[@MichaelMiner-k8b]

One man show; my dream operation. Clean, organized, fresh ingredients. Way to go bro!

[@d0eNer]

😂 beside the dough

[@rogerrosen2323]

put gloves on those hands and 18 isnt cheap for that

[@zerocool2233]

17:40 talking about the pizza being visually appealing while im sitting here drooling over how amazing the pizza looks, you're not wrong.

[@meatbyproducts]

was trying to raise money for a shop like this and everyone thought I was nuts. It is a great idea and works so well!

[@quadders9198]

What an unexpected and brilliant video to come up on my feed. Great concept, excellently implemented.

[@prasad-d5l]

His success is he doesn't have anyone to help him and keeping it just big enough to manage it all alone

[@rmiller334]

And no competition

[@sendyboyz7976]

It will hurt the growth but that's how some people prefer it

[@prasad-d5l]

@@sendyboyz7976 stressless way of doing it

[@1970broncoman]

The personal service offered can be more rewarding than hiring out help.

[@Unfluencer]

"why not have employees?" Only a person who has never owned a business would ask this question. Three worst parts of owning a business: 1. employees 2. employees. 3 employees.

[@NicksDynasty]

I have not had the best luck of finding employees for my food truck. I still haven't given up but definitely it's not a priority I would love to have a business where I can just oversee rather than work Hands-On everyday, but I'm happy that I have a brand that people enjoy the food. There are great cooks out there. There are just the other things like showing up on time, motivation and ego that gets in the way

[@janenwilhelm]

Such a calm likable person

[@mmcnama4]

I like how he just keeps working while he's being interviewed.

[@lhbbq]

If I were to open a restaurant, it would be a pizza place with a consistent format and style. This idea brings back memories of when I used to run a concession stand. I quickly learned that having more workers didn't always lead to better overall results. I realized that focusing on quality food and building relationships with people was more important than just trying to serve as many customers as possible. Much success to you!

[@freewillchoice8052]

Well said, I appreciate your comment. 💯

[@scottt5484]

I run a pizza shop in Chicago. I like to say, I’m in the people business not the restaurant business.

[@lhbbq]

@@scottt5484 - I quickly realized the same when I red a concession stand. When the people came and talked, I enjoyed the people's company. So much to the point the concession "business" took care of itself. I would do everything in the world to keep it about the people, small places, great products, and offer a consistent product! Have a great Weekend!

[@LiLBitsDK]

man now I wish I was closer to this place, looks great, he is proof that when you make good stuff the business grows itself with mouth to mouth

[@micrhymer4062]

Mouth to mouth?

[@joelm4847]

you don’t need it hit the gym stop trying to take the comfortable road

[@Wreck-it_Ralph]

I live about 45-60 min away and was searching the internet the other day for square slices near me. This place was the closest that came up. One of these days im going to make the trip.

[@xJDMWaRRi0Rx]

gotta do it this weekend bro and get back to us with how it was

[@beantreats]

@@xJDMWaRRi0Rx fr lol

[@unrealuknow864]

Very smart guy. He doesn't need employees because he has a system down and he is efficient. I did construction for a long time by myself after having a lot of employees. The extra time and stress managing employees, filing reports, government compliance etc isn't always worth it. Kudos to him

[@BennyTheButcher2]

My man opened up a Detroit Pizza shop in the heart of south shore bar pie territory. Good job. Wishing you the best!

[@pennivalenti6602]

I actually love this! I’d like that he’s got this cute little clean, open shop he’s there he does everything himself he occasionally has help and he doesn’t take phone calls. It’s either walk in or online orders. I would not mind having a little business like this at all. I think like he said when you get too big you can’t be in all these places and I think quality control is a big issue and when you are spread too thin, I think it’s just inevitable that the quality will go down. I think no one‘s going to run your business like you would, it’s your livelihood, it’s your business. I think this guys got a great little pizza shop, and I would love this one man show!!

[@JamesVarnas]

Nice owner- spotless restaurant -hard worker -best of luck-something to be proud of- best of luck

[@geneallevato5809]

I grew up in a family owned pizza business in small town Ontario Canada back in the late 60's. Back then everything was made from scratch because there were no alternatives. I love what this guy has done and I love Detroit style pizza. Congrats

[@thinker8699]

Nice! I grew up in S. Ontario and now I make my own dough from scratch! My wife will not let me order delivery anymore! A labour of love!

[@Sir_Gonzo]

Great advice there. Start small, scale slowly. Solo operator doing it right.

[@Smartpizzamarketing]

Absolutely!

[@Mario-s1c2o]

But now he's wore

[@20111111jorg]

Had a business for 35 years and employees have always been one of the biggest problems. I have seen more people give up a small business and go it solo because of this. Not my kind of pizza but admire your fortitude. I can see why you'd only go four days a week though. Good luck.

[@diamond6256]

I love this guy, building, decor and I wish I was close enough to eat the pizza. He has the touch! (Texas)

[@monmixer]

What makes it good is it's deep dish and of course quality ingredients.

[@earth9544]

drama free props to this man

[@lukedeluxe]

Nice dude! Never had that style of Pizza. Greets from Germany!

[@jeffchancey4273]

His business model is Genius !!

[@bobpattison1739]

WOW!! What a great piece once again! Thanks Bruce! Love your content.

[@Smartpizzamarketing]

Thanks again!

[@simonc4077]

Sat here at midnight wathcing this in the UK, and its got me to thinking I want to open a pizza joint tomorrow! Everything just looks right where it should be and works just as it should do. Absolutely fair play to that man!! The one thing I would ask. With a one-man show, what happens if/when that one-man goes down? Is there a contingency plan? Is there perhaps another person who could step in some days and keep the ship afloat in the same way?

[@sifer5913]

He has everything figured out easy to see

[@larryfloyd4993]

i like a ower that has a passion for his work

[@rogerrosen2323]

we dont know where his hands have been by health standards he needs to use gloves to protect the people paying all that money get those gloves on how hard is that and he advertises it we know they have been in his ass and maybe intoimate places

[@carlosrafael7705]

This channel brings more value then Dave Port review videos

[@Smartpizzamarketing]

Trying to

[@JasonMB11]

I would do the same thing, just a helper once in a while on Friday and Saturday😂

[@donttouchmysilver8202]

This guy is seriously a legend

[@platisc]

I love the Edge. My family has a house nearby and we visit often in summers. We discovered this guy's Sandwich location and I was blown away. You can tell he's running a streamlined operation. If there's two things I love, it's pizza and efficiency. I was and still am very excited that the Plymouth location is up and running and wish him tons of success. One note on the dough though -- last time we ate it was way under proofed. Toppings were great, but dough was off; no airiness, all density. Probably had to rush some pies out because it was 4th of July weekend. I'm sure he'll adjust.

[@frankvalentino1121]

Random question, is that part of town is it busy all year around or just during tourist season like summer?

[@platisc]

@@frankvalentino1121 it’s seasonal for sure, with a huge summer concentration, but doesn’t turn into a ghost town off season.

[@RashaadCarterLCSW]

Your channel keeps popping up, been watching for a few weeks, just subscribed. Goodluck man!

[@Smartpizzamarketing]

Welcome aboard!

[@algernon5776]

Very smart guy kudos to him. Pizza 🍕 is an extremely high margin business and with 1 FT employee he is easily making as salary $150,000 per year. Great business model.

[@rolisreefranch]

No, pizza is NOT an extremely high margin business. Food costs have skyrocketed, rent has skyrocketed, insurance has skyrocketed, labor has skyrocketed. I have 3 friends, all of whom have owned their own pizza shops who've got out of the business over the years, some of whom had operated for decades.

[@jasonpayne8960]

Pizza the FOOD is high margin, especially compared to say burgers or BBQ or something like that. It probably costs him $2-3 to make each pie, and he's selling them for $16+

[@jerrylewis7702]

@@jasonpayne8960 thank you Jason - some others here really dont seem to know much!!!

[@ChrisF-fx5du]

​@@jasonpayne8960rent/ingredients/lights/ ac etc etc he's not killing it but it's definitely a continuous stream of revenue and within like 4 or 5 years he'd be killing it

[@robster420]

​@@jasonpayne8960The cheese alone costs at least $2.00 and probably closer to the $3.00 range.

[@MarkCosgrove-b3p]

I was a night manager for a coach tour bus business and had 14 to 20 employees to manage. I work mostly by myself in construction trade, way less stress working by yourself. 😊

[@joe9743]

Ive walked by this place a few times and really want to try it! Hopefully soon!

[@John-hk4fr]

this guy is awesome, id apreciate his advice on a range of topics

[@TheGeenat]

This guys a genius, or at least very thoughtful and calculated.

[@cameltj908]

You think the magic is how it's cooked inside those trays. All the grease oozes down around the edges and underneath the dough and just makes crispy flavor explosion all over the bottom of that pizza

[@Orginal_Sinner]

Being born and raised in Detroit, i didn't think Detroit style pizza was a big thing outside of Detroit. I love your business. I will visit one day

[@wopalongcassidy]

Pure genius. My Nana used to make Italian Bread. Dough, tomato sauce and Parmesan cheese. Taste better than any pizza I ever had.

[@johnwilson8377]

What a great idea. Love the Volvo P1800 on the wall

[@rogerrosen2323]

ripoff very small and hes a slob w no gloves w all the covid and ecoli disease

[@davefreed8755]

Absolutely a great guy! Used to go to his old location located in Sandwich before he moved to Plymouth. Please check his place out. Great product and great location as well!

[@perotinofhackensack2064]

You went to the chicken coop!?

[@davefreed8755]

@@perotinofhackensack2064 ?

[@Imstillgeorge]

The Owner is very personal and great guy with good pizza.

[@rogerrosen2323]

alot of food places ive seen use gloves handling the worst is touching meat and sticky gloves a must why not

[@Colinworkshard]

smart simple straight forward ... very nice business model incredible work

[@Grzegorz-i7g]

Nice dude all the best for him and his business

[@steveh1460]

🙏

[@JavGaracia]

That is the coolest thing I've ever seen. 1724. Omg

[@johnkowley9314]

That is so cool good job !!!! Happy for you!!!!!!!

[@swamppicker8279]

From Louisiana. Looks Great ! Thanks.

[@michaelpayne8102]

Kudos to Aaron, he enjoys working and creating a great product, too many business owners think they can simply hire ppl to do all the work and not do anything themselves, for the most part this leads to an average product and service.

[@garystrittmater8258]

I absolutely love it when local man does great! Pizza Hut, Dominoes and Little Ceasers are now gnarly!

[@singlecellorganism13]

I really like the owner too, cool guy

[@ERocks-jn9nu]

Awesome. No employees calling sick or complaining and fearing that you cannot operate if they don't show up.

[@QargZer]

If he gets sick or hurt it can't operate...

[@chloethacker]

Employers have always the been the problem. Biz owners are all weak and insecure

[@chloethacker]

Employers complain more than employees. By far actually. Go take a nap.

[@cc3775]

This seems perfect for a food truck/trailer

[@jeffbowman9705]

By far the best pizza is deep dish. I wish we had this close to where I live. I would open one.

[@bofat6978]

Maybe if there were two or more employees, the pepperoni would be spread evenly on the pizza. 🍕

[@sifer5913]

He's making money while you're running your mouth 😅😅

[@wisco1121]

This place is now on my bucket list! Pizza looks amazing 😮!!❤❤❤

[@tonywestvirginia]

This guy is dedicated!!!

[@mikebowerstv]

I guess the Algorithm showed me this because of your WDW content. This is great stuff!! As a bbq content creator I thought the bbq commenters were unhinged but after reading the comments on this video Pizza brings in the crazies too! This pizza looks amazing and I love what this guy is doing!

[@sifer5913]

Bbq content creator😅😅

[@oxBLUNTxo]

Love this man! This was an awsome video.

[@larryholland7192]

Awesome looking place!!

[@joakimhug417]

Nice. I never finish anything on YT. I finished this. Thanks.

[@jhh70]

This is a fantastic concept.

[@ryan25bb]

How the fuck did pizza hut patent the phrase the Edge. Thats not even there pizza. WTF. Good for this guy man.

[@bc4458]

Love the Channel man, keep it going!

[@Smartpizzamarketing]

Thank you. Appreciate it.

[@MrFarva85]

Great video, thanks!

[@daved7231]

What a great guy! Awesome temperament d for a business owner and very wise words. Pizza looks off the chain

[@HashInfo]

Most informative pizza guy everrr

[@doncharpilloz6520]

Great video and great advice from this guy. We're doing something similar here in the Philippines.

[@Smartpizzamarketing]

Thank you. Start small, such a good way to start.

[@pennywise804]

Looks great....But how does it taste?? I saw all the reviews about how he runs a good business...Maybe I missed it, but didn't see comments on taste/quality..

[@sifer5913]

He's selling a ton of pizza using fresh ingredients I see common sense isn't for you

[@pennywise804]

@@sifer5913 lol, was just wondering....So have you eaten there?

[@sifer5913]

@pennywise804 I'm not the one complaining about taste and quality either try it or dont

[@tonysimek]

That looks like tasty pizza!! Nice.

[@LooneyMoonFilms]

Solid pizza and financial advise

[@MarkCosgrove-b3p]

If a grandma from thae land of pi, gives you a hug, because of your products, you have done it properly, good job, send me a multi cheese😂

[@propbraker]

Pre made doe? Wouldn't the bread portion not taste as fresh that way? I'd be too worried about that.

[@sifer5913]

I don't think 150 customers a day have your problem and you probably eat worse things

[@cruefan410]

I have a feeling his business just doubled

[@arfriedman4577]

I met a chicken business owner that had 2 franchises. He told me he shut down the franchises because they were not following his recipie, they brought their own ingredients to make chicken batter. They were selling other food items not in contract or businesses plan. They were doing other stuff out of their contract. I understand why this man is leery to franchise or have a second location he owns.

[@jvan6582]

This man thought out this pizza shop step by step

[@titusprime5240]

I’m with you! Another reason not to give Pizza Hut your business lol

[@timothycormier3494]

Next time I go visit the mayflower2 and see if captain john and son is still taking people out fishing. I’m gonna stop by this place and get me some pizza.

[@michaelpaul5524]

Where did you source the pizza boxes, brilliant.

[@sifer5913]

Everyone is asking same thing people don't share trade secrets

[@leos3003]

I hate Texas lawyers. Lets start a petition to boycott Pizza Hut. They fired all of their drivers to save $0.1 to pay for the lawyers.

[@trwsandford]

What a great story about a great business!

[@DS-182]

The "break even" point is 2 yrs, if you're not turning profit after 3-5 yrs or at least breaking even during that time period is when you need to pack up or change your business model

[@sifer5913]

He answers to no one and likes what he does can't get any better stick to giving sucker's advice

[@troopwol8750]

I could run it the way you want, but I’m not cheap. Looks like heavenly za!

[@nodayatthebeach]

I'm going to have to swing over there and try it out.

[@angelanelson2619]

Less is definitely more! Love his concept and simplicity! 🍕

[@aday1637]

I lived in an old miner's cabin in Colorado many years ago and made pizza everyday for all the neighbors. They would smell it and come on in on their way home from wherever. I used a small wood stove which took a bit of fussing to get right but it added to the flavor and aroma. I used a thick crust that I spread out on a cookie sheet and covered with toppings/sauce/cheese. I'd sometimes get 8 or 10 in my small living room sitting on picnic table benches to eat. I charged no money and did it strictly out of enjoyment. I'd also make some garlic knots and brush butter/garlic sauce on each after they baked. Plus I offered chicken wings, pork chops, bbq chicken, egg rolls, etc (whatever was on sale or available). Oddly I never ran short of money doing this. I did have a lot of company every day. And I even had neighbors who would come in the middle of the night and wake me up for a snack. It was a joy to make so many people happy on a regular basis. And I got good at making these items. So I ate good too.

[@sifer5913]

Make something and post a video😅😅

[@dalemullins4562]

I used to live in Florida, and there was a guy who ran a sandwich shop. He had some local high school. Kids help him prep, but when it came time to make the actual sandwiches, he was the only one who was allowed to do it, and it took like forty five minutes to get your order lol

[@mikehagquist5198]

This is how I would run it. Brilliant man

[@garbo8962]

Something similar here in the Philadelphia area.( Pizza Hut BS ) A nogoodnic multimillionaire that owns over 15 seafood/sports bars called Cickie & Pete's. Since he trade marked the term " crab fries " he has his ambulance chasing nogoodnic law firm go after mom & pop shops to stop them from using that term. After he got fined $6 million for cheating over 100 hard working employees and not serving a day in prison now call him " Cickie & Thieves ". Hope you can open a pizza shop near me.

[@BoomSkwad47]

Good to know. I will bear that in mind when I want to watch the Eagles

[@Retrosigns1]

This guy is awesome!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@KeepRowing247]

Good to know he’s making these based off of frozen dough balls

[@qaannat]

"Chicken Pahm", that is funny to a Southerner. Brilliant concept and execution.

[@r.llynch4124]

Detroit style is the best and par-baking is the way to go if your selling. Yep, Pizza Hut sucks!!

[@Smartpizzamarketing]

it sure does 😆

[@b-genspinster7895]

Again, facts.

[@courtney6183]

Thats what i call pizza. And this dude is amazing.

[@wolfman8449]

This is an amazing dude.