Dear Dave,
Do you have any advice on how to start a car wash and detailing business? What things should I consider first, and what do I keep in mind over the long run?
—Andrew
Dear Andrew,
I’m excited for you, man! And I love your ambitious spirit. Working for yourself is one of the toughest and most rewarding things anyone can do. It’ll take a lot of blood, sweat, and tears to be successful, and you’ll experience some of the highest highs and lowest lows in the process.
But if you don’t absolutely love cars and everything that goes into keeping them clean and looking great, I’d advise looking into another line of work. In other words, if you’re thinking about this kind of business just because it’s plausible or a way to make money, chances are you’re not going to be happy or stick with it very long. In that case, it’s really more of a side job than a business.
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