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Peter Rogers, 26, Cardiff

I used to have a job at the fairground on Brighton Pier, where I mostly worked on the dodgems. I guess there’s a lesson there.

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Richard, 45, Birchington, Kent

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My Pitch Video Tour: Britain through the eyes of a vendor

Chris, 36, Pimlico, London

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Alex, 52, Marks & Spencer, Marble Arch, London

I’ve always been happy while selling The Big Issue. I don’t think I have ever felt sad. I like having something to do, I like meeting people and I like the fresh air, not being cooped up inside.

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Lee, 31, Barclays Bank, Penarth

I’ve been selling The Big Issue for a couple of years now, and always on the same pitch. I’ve been on the council waiting list for a long time.

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Nathan, 19, Outside Fopp, Park Street, Bristol

I just think positive. If you think negative you never get anywhere. You need to put effort into selling magazines: “Hello!

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Andy, 57, Southampton Central Station

I’ve had this pitch for about three years now. I arrive at 6am, Monday to Friday, and sometimes I’m here until 10 at night.

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Rhys, 23, Waterstones, Cardiff

I’m the Big Issue seller of the month for Cardiff. That means I’ve scored highest on the targets that we’re given. It’s not only about selling, mind.

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Hazel, 53, Waterloo, London

I share my pitch in Waterloo. There are a few of us and we all take turns when we sell. We sorted it out after there were some arguments over pitches, but it’s good now.

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