How I Made My First £1000 At Age 14...

Hey guys - Noah here,

When I was 14, I turned a £20 loan from my sister into £1000. The best part is anyone else can do the same, at any age!

Here’s exactly how I did it:

The £20 Startup That Made Me £1,000

Step 1: The Investment

• Borrowed £20 from my sister

• Bought basic car washing supplies from the local shop

• Created simple flyers on my computer

Step 2: The Scary Part

• Went door-to-door in wealthy neighbourhoods

• Asked complete strangers if they wanted their cars washed

• Got rejected a lot, but kept going

Step 3: The Evolution

• Started with basic exterior washes

• Upgraded my materials as I earned more

• Added interior cleaning services (doubled my prices!)

• Partnered with my mate to cover more ground

Crunching The Numbers

During peak summer days, we were pulling in:

• £200+ per day EACH

• 5-8 cars per day

• £25-40 per car (depending on services)

But here's where it got really interesting...

From One-Off to Monthly Recurring Revenue

After that first summer, something amazing happened. The clients whose cars I'd washed started asking: "Can you come back next month?"

Suddenly, I'd created a recurring income stream without even realising it. Instead of constantly finding new customers, I had regulars who paid me monthly.

The Hidden Skill That Changed My Life

Yes, I made good money. But the real value wasn't in the cash, it was actually in conquering my fear of rejection.

Every "no" at a doorstep made the next knock easier, which built up my resilience. This skill has helped me in:

• Job interviews

• Business negotiations

• Creating new opportunities

• Building my social media presence

Why Car Washing Works So Well

Low barrier to entry: Unlike most businesses, you need almost zero startup capital

Immediate cash flow: Get paid as soon as you’ve finished the job

Scalable: Start solo, then bring in mates to expand

Location flexible: Works in any neighbourhood with cars

Builds valuable skills: Sales, customer service, time management

How You Can Get Started

1. Identify your target area: Look for neighbourhoods with nice cars but with busy residents

2. Get your supplies: Buy basic bucket, sponges, car shampoo, microfibre cloths (under £30 total)

3. Create your offer: Start with exterior washes at £15-20, then upsell interior cleaning

4. Practice your pitch.

5. Set a goal: Aim for 10 doors per day - even if 8 say no, 2 yeses = £40

Beyond Car Washing

The other day, I helped organise a charity car wash with my church. In just one afternoon, we raised £1,000 for a local cause. The skills I learnt at 14 are still paying dividends today, just in different ways.

If you're serious about creating consistent income streams and car washing isn’t for you, check out my £0 eBay Reselling Method.

Just like car washing, it requires zero upfront investment but can generate hundreds in profit. I've put together a complete guide showing you exactly how to partner with people in your area to sell their unused items for a 50/50 profit split.

Get the eBay Partnership Method Guide here

Remember, every successful side hustle starts with that first scary step. Whether it's knocking on a door or listing your first item, the hardest part is starting.

All the best, Noah