One thing kids, and adults need to remember is web hosting is a tough dog eat dog world.
Web Hosting is an enjoyable experience. I started at the age of 13, very young. I partnered with a college student at the time, who was very experienced in business. He was more of a mentor then a partner as he taught me a whole lot of things. We did everything by the book, legal registrations, copyrights to designs and servers, etc.
It's not about the age, but about proper planning. The company is still in operation to this day with stock and a board of directors. I am no longer affiliated with the business, but I do act as a consultant from time to time on a one time employment deal if you understand me.
Proper planning is the key to a successful business. I too made a crucial error when doing this. My partner recently ran off leaving me cold and dry so I had to put the business up for sale.
However the sale has closed because I decided to go at it alone with proper planning. I opened up last night and I already have two clients. The two keywords in any business, but especially web hosting, is proper planning and good advertising.
Young or old, if you have the heart, the determination and the willingness to succeed, anything is possible. I've been involved in web hosting for 7 years, and im here to help PEOPLE.
That's what you've got to learn, customers are people and you should treat them like people, and not customers. Be interactive, show support and love for your business. If you show you care about your business, they will host with you for a long period of time.
To all who want to break into this business, plan it out first, be in it for the right reasons, and most important of all, care about people. Without those, no matter who you are, or what you do, you won't succeed.
Best Wishes!