I started a kayak rental business 2 months ago and made over 10k last month - I have done over $10,000 in profit this past month which feels quite incredible. It has been lots of work on the front-end but still more income than I have ever made in a month. I am 28 years old.

I started a pressure washing business back in 2020 and now this kayak rental business has become my source of income.

**Here are some interesting things to note:**

1. All startup costs/expenses were just under $5k
2. Expenses per month are about $750
3. The majority of the process is automated. I just deliver and pick-up the kayaks
4. I have 9 double kayaks, $75-95 a piece per day, 5-6 days a week (each day varies)
5. I have received 53 5-star reviews on Google

**Things I have learned:**

1. Find what others are doing well and model your business after them
2. If it is low-risk and you have done your research, then start the business
3. Great customer service is key
4. Ask for reviews and send them a link
5. Put in the hard work and watch it pay off
6. One day at a time
7. Invest the profit back into the business

If anyone has any advice for me that has been where I am as it is still early on, I welcome it

**More info to answer your quesitons:**

1. Where do you store the kayaks? *I store them at a private location*
2. Where are you located? *In Hawaii*
3. Do you have insurance? *Yes, also an LLC, and guests sign liability release waivers*
4. How do you advertise? *Everything from social media, word of mouth, flyers, Google ads, FB ads, etc.*
5. How is the business semi-automated? *I use Fareharbor and Smartwaiver, the client books through the website and makes a full payment there as well. Then I get a notification of the booking and show up with the kayaks at arranged day/time.*

**The simple truth:** It takes lots of hard work to see some results (and I also believe in God - so I trust Him day-to-day). So my advice: work hard and entrust yourself to Jesus the creator of all things!

**Update:** Thank you all so much for your encouragement, questions, and messages! I have been very busy and it's hard to keep up but I will try over time. If any of you are interested in getting some coaching for your business ideas or small business, feel free to reach out in the messages.