Business idea · Physical-Services
Floating Hole-in-One Challenge
Floating Hole-in-One Challenge: This business involves creating a floating golf putting green in a body of water where participants can pay to attempt a hole-in-one shot for a cash prize. It was pitched on My First Million in the episode "The Side Hustle King: “I’m making $8K/DAY from easy businesses" (aired June 18, 2025).
At a glance
| Podcast | My First Million |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Sam Parr and Shaan Puri |
| Episode | The Side Hustle King: “I’m making $8K/DAY from easy businesses” |
| Aired | June 18, 2025 |
| Category | Physical-Services |
| Real companies on the episode | Copy That, Pet Cremation Business, Secret Pickleball, iPhone Repair Shop, Facebook Marketplace Fencing Business, Toasted Tours |
The problem it solves
It offers golfers a fun and competitive way to engage with their sport while also generating revenue for golf courses by providing an additional attraction.
How it makes money
The business can charge participants a fee for each attempt, similar to a carnival game, while sharing a percentage of the revenue with the golf course owner.
Skills you need
Skills needed include basic business management, marketing, and knowledge of golf course operations.
The market, and why this works now
Increased interest in outdoor recreational activities has led to a surge in demand for unique experiences like the Floating Hole-in-One Challenge. Launching the business through local golf forums on platforms such as Reddit can attract enthusiasts eager for new ways to engage with their sport. However, the concept requires significant upfront capital for equipment and permits, which could delay profitability if the initial turnout does not meet expectations.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Copy That
A program designed to improve writing skills for individuals in a workplace setting.
- Pet Cremation Business
A business focused on providing pet cremation services, leveraging high margins in the industry.
- Secret Pickleball
An indoor pickleball facility offering membership access with a focus on a small, private setting.
- iPhone Repair Shop
A business focused on repairing iPhones and other mobile devices.
- Facebook Marketplace Fencing Business
A local fencing company that generates leads by posting services on Facebook Marketplace, leveraging its vast user base.
- Toasted Tours
A novel wine tour service that uses a repurposed shipping container as a mobile party bus for tours in Northern California.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri
Episode: The Side Hustle King: “I’m making $8K/DAY from easy businesses”
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.