Scholastic: What’s the most difficult part?
Tyler: Time can be a challenge. Detailing a car takes from 1 to 2.5 hours, depending on whether the customer wants both interior and exterior detailing—or just one or the other. It’s very easy in the summer when the weather is good, the sun is out, and I don’t have school. But time becomes an issue during the winter. If I have a very dirty car to clean, it takes longer. Then I’m detailing when it’s dark outside.
Scholastic: Was there any math you had to learn to run your business?
Tyler: I use math to calculate profit. I see what the cost of supplies I used for each car is and then how much I earn. After I subtract them, I get my profit!
Scholastic: Do you have any advice for other kidpreneurs?
Tyler: My advice is to stick with what you’re doing and never give up.