Most cordless drill doesn't provide enough RPMs to start a glow engine reliably.
For a beginner, a 12V starter motor is a nice gadget.
My preferred starting method is hand flipping. If one knows how to prime the engine properly and have a good flipping technique, 1-2 flips should get the engine running. A chicken stick is a good thing, especially if you are dealing with 4-stroke engines.

/Red B.