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== Early life and education ==
== Early life and education ==
Mojica was born and raised in [[Cavite, Philippines]]. From a young age, he showed entrepreneurial spirit and ingenuity. He began his business venture in June 2021, inspired by his aunt’s recipe for [[Ipomoea aquatica|kangkong]] chips and motivated by his grandfather’s advice. Mojica's business journey started as a way to help support his family.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title='DI PINULOT SA KANGKUNGAN: Binatang pinasok ang negosyong kangkong chips, naging milyonaryo |url=https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/balitambayan/talakayan/851395/binatang-pinasok-ang-negosyong-kangkong-chips-naging-milyonaryo/story/ |access-date=2024-07-07 |website=Balitambayan |language=en}}</ref>
Mojica was born and raised in [[Cavite]], Philippines. He attended Saint Augustine School-Mendez during his early education.<ref>{{Cite web |date=January 3, 2022 |title=Josh Mojica, 17, kumikita ng PHP150K kada buwan dahil sa kangkong chips |url=https://www.pep.ph/lifestyle/food/162982/josh-mojica-kangkong-chips-a717-20220103 |website=PEP}}</ref> He began his business venture in June 2021, inspired by his aunt's recipe for [[Ipomoea aquatica|kangkong]] chips and motivated by his grandfather's advice. Mojica's business journey started as a way to help support his family.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title='DI PINULOT SA KANGKUNGAN: Binatang pinasok ang negosyong kangkong chips, naging milyonaryo |url=https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/balitambayan/talakayan/851395/binatang-pinasok-ang-negosyong-kangkong-chips-naging-milyonaryo/story/ |access-date=2024-07-07 |website=Balitambayan |language=en}}</ref>


== Career ==
== Career ==
Mojica's business, "''Kangkong Chips Original''," began as a small-scale operation with an initial capital of [[Philippine peso|PHP]] 3,000. With the help of friends, he manually produced and sold kangkong chips, starting with sales to friends and family. Within six months, he was earning over PHP 100,000 monthly, and by the following year, he had reached his first million in earnings.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |date=January 3, 2022 |title=Millionaire Before Turning 18: Josh Mojica and His Kangkong Empire |url=https://www.esquiremag.ph/long-reads/features/kangkong-chips-josh-mojica-a00293-20220103-lfrm2 |website=Esquire}}</ref><ref name=":2">{{Cite web |last=Tabiolo |first=Jewil Anne M. |date=2024-01-11 |title=Why the internet is making fun of Josh Mojica (man behind KangKong chips) |url=https://www.sunstar.com.ph/cebu/why-the-internet-is-making-fun-of-josh-mojica-man-behind-kangkong-chips |access-date=2024-07-07 |website=SunStar Publishing Inc. |language=en}}</ref>
Mojica's business, Kangkong Chips Original, began as a small-scale operation with an initial capital of [[Philippine peso|PHP]] 3,000. With the help of friends, he manually produced and sold kangkong chips, starting with sales to friends and family. Within six months, he was earning over PHP 100,000 monthly, and by the following year, he had reached his first million in earnings.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |date=January 3, 2022 |title=Millionaire Before Turning 18: Josh Mojica and His Kangkong Empire |url=https://www.esquiremag.ph/long-reads/features/kangkong-chips-josh-mojica-a00293-20220103-lfrm2 |website=Esquire}}</ref><ref name=":2">{{Cite web |last=Tabiolo |first=Jewil Anne M. |date=2024-01-11 |title=Why the internet is making fun of Josh Mojica (man behind KangKong chips) |url=https://www.sunstar.com.ph/cebu/why-the-internet-is-making-fun-of-josh-mojica-man-behind-kangkong-chips |access-date=2024-07-07 |website=SunStar Publishing Inc. |language=en}}</ref>


In 2022, Mojica had established a two-story factory and expanded his workforce to 100 employees, offering six flavors of kangkong chips to both local and international customers. His strategic use of social media platforms played a significant role in expanding his customer base and boosting sales.<ref name=":2" /><ref name=":3">{{Cite web |date=2022-03-06 |title=Lacson proud of kangkong chips maker, hopes more young people find the courage to succeed in MSMEs - POLITIKO |url=https://politiko.com.ph/2022/03/06/lacson-proud-of-kangkong-chips-maker-hopes-more-young-people-find-the-courage-to-succeed-in-msmes/features/ |access-date=2024-07-07 |website=politiko.com.ph |language=en-US}}</ref>
In 2022, Mojica had established a two-story factory and expanded his workforce to 100 employees, offering six flavors of kangkong chips to both local and international customers. His strategic use of social media platforms played a significant role in expanding his customer base and boosting sales.<ref name=":2" /><ref name=":3">{{Cite web |date=2022-03-06 |title=Lacson proud of kangkong chips maker, hopes more young people find the courage to succeed in MSMEs - POLITIKO |url=https://politiko.com.ph/2022/03/06/lacson-proud-of-kangkong-chips-maker-hopes-more-young-people-find-the-courage-to-succeed-in-msmes/features/ |access-date=2024-07-07 |website=politiko.com.ph |language=en-US}}</ref>


Mojica's entrepreneurial journey began with an initial capital investment inspired by his grandfather.<ref name=":1" /> He gained attention for supplying kangkong chips for holiday gift baskets, supported by figures like [[Panfilo Lacson|Ping Lacson]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-03-07 |title=Cavite connection at work: How Lacson convinced ‘kangkong chips’ kid not to give up on his dreams - POLITIKO |url=https://politiko.com.ph/2022/03/07/cavite-connection-at-work-how-lacson-convinced-kangkong-chips-kid-not-to-give-up-on-his-dreams/features/ |access-date=2024-07-07 |website=politiko.com.ph |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":3" /> By age 18, Mojica achieved millionaire status through significant business expansion, demonstrating determination to support his family.<ref>{{Cite web |date=March 8, 2023 |title=Josh Mojica, millionaire at 18; kangkong chips business, may factory na! |url=https://www.pep.ph/lifestyle/food/171976/josh-mojica-millionaire-kangkong-chips-a717-20230308?s=2s7glim5pfjhjj5pf37kipkmq8 |website=PEP}}</ref><ref name=":0" />
Mojica's entrepreneurial journey began with an initial capital investment inspired by his grandfather.<ref name=":1" /> He gained attention for supplying kangkong chips for holiday gift baskets, supported by public figures like [[Panfilo Lacson|Ping Lacson]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-03-07 |title=Cavite connection at work: How Lacson convinced 'kangkong chips' kid not to give up on his dreams - POLITIKO |url=https://politiko.com.ph/2022/03/07/cavite-connection-at-work-how-lacson-convinced-kangkong-chips-kid-not-to-give-up-on-his-dreams/features/ |access-date=2024-07-07 |website=politiko.com.ph |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":3" /> By age 18, Mojica achieved millionaire status through significant business expansion, demonstrating determination to support his family.<ref>{{Cite web |date=March 8, 2023 |title=Josh Mojica, millionaire at 18; kangkong chips business, may factory na! |url=https://www.pep.ph/lifestyle/food/171976/josh-mojica-millionaire-kangkong-chips-a717-20230308?s=2s7glim5pfjhjj5pf37kipkmq8 |website=PEP}}</ref><ref name=":0" />


Mojica also gained significant attention after appearing on Franklin Miano's [[podcast]], where he discussed his views on the Philippine education system. His comments sparked a debate on the value of formal education versus practical experience. Mojica later clarified that he did not intend to discourage formal education but wanted to highlight his personal success story through self-acquired knowledge.<ref>{{Cite web |last=ecoloma |date=2023-11-30 |title=Teen 'Kangkong Chips' guy shares 'unconventional' path to success, sparks debate over 'diskarte o diploma' |url=https://pop.inquirer.net/353807/teen-kangkong-chips-guy-shares-unconventional-path-to-success-sparks-debate-over-diskarte-o-diploma |access-date=2024-07-07 |website=POP! |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":2" />
Mojica also gained significant attention after appearing on Franklin Miano's [[podcast]], where he discussed his views on the Philippine education system. His comments sparked a debate on the value of formal education versus practical experience. Mojica later clarified that he did not intend to discourage formal education but wanted to highlight his personal success story through self-acquired knowledge.<ref>{{Cite web |last=ecoloma |date=2023-11-30 |title=Teen 'Kangkong Chips' guy shares 'unconventional' path to success, sparks debate over 'diskarte o diploma' |url=https://pop.inquirer.net/353807/teen-kangkong-chips-guy-shares-unconventional-path-to-success-sparks-debate-over-diskarte-o-diploma |access-date=2024-07-07 |website=POP! |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":2" />

== References ==
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Latest revision as of 22:01, 1 August 2024

Josh Mojica
Born (2004-07-05) July 5, 2004 (age 20)[1]
NationalityFilipino
OccupationEntrepreneur
Years active2021–present
Known forFounder of Kangkong Chips Original

Josh Mojica (born July 5, 2004), is a Filipino entrepreneur known for founding the successful business Kangkong Chips Original.[2]

Early life and education

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Mojica was born and raised in Cavite, Philippines. He attended Saint Augustine School-Mendez during his early education.[3] He began his business venture in June 2021, inspired by his aunt's recipe for kangkong chips and motivated by his grandfather's advice. Mojica's business journey started as a way to help support his family.[4]

Career

[edit]

Mojica's business, Kangkong Chips Original, began as a small-scale operation with an initial capital of PHP 3,000. With the help of friends, he manually produced and sold kangkong chips, starting with sales to friends and family. Within six months, he was earning over PHP 100,000 monthly, and by the following year, he had reached his first million in earnings.[5][6]

In 2022, Mojica had established a two-story factory and expanded his workforce to 100 employees, offering six flavors of kangkong chips to both local and international customers. His strategic use of social media platforms played a significant role in expanding his customer base and boosting sales.[6][7]

Mojica's entrepreneurial journey began with an initial capital investment inspired by his grandfather.[5] He gained attention for supplying kangkong chips for holiday gift baskets, supported by public figures like Ping Lacson.[8][7] By age 18, Mojica achieved millionaire status through significant business expansion, demonstrating determination to support his family.[9][4]

Mojica also gained significant attention after appearing on Franklin Miano's podcast, where he discussed his views on the Philippine education system. His comments sparked a debate on the value of formal education versus practical experience. Mojica later clarified that he did not intend to discourage formal education but wanted to highlight his personal success story through self-acquired knowledge.[10][6]

References

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  1. ^ Facebook post by Josh Mojica
  2. ^ "Teen shares how he earns P150k monthly from kangkong chips | Philstar.com". www.philstar.com. Retrieved July 7, 2024.
  3. ^ "Josh Mojica, 17, kumikita ng PHP150K kada buwan dahil sa kangkong chips". PEP. January 3, 2022.
  4. ^ a b "'DI PINULOT SA KANGKUNGAN: Binatang pinasok ang negosyong kangkong chips, naging milyonaryo". Balitambayan. Retrieved July 7, 2024.
  5. ^ a b "Millionaire Before Turning 18: Josh Mojica and His Kangkong Empire". Esquire. January 3, 2022.
  6. ^ a b c Tabiolo, Jewil Anne M. (January 11, 2024). "Why the internet is making fun of Josh Mojica (man behind KangKong chips)". SunStar Publishing Inc. Retrieved July 7, 2024.
  7. ^ a b "Lacson proud of kangkong chips maker, hopes more young people find the courage to succeed in MSMEs - POLITIKO". politiko.com.ph. March 6, 2022. Retrieved July 7, 2024.
  8. ^ "Cavite connection at work: How Lacson convinced 'kangkong chips' kid not to give up on his dreams - POLITIKO". politiko.com.ph. March 7, 2022. Retrieved July 7, 2024.
  9. ^ "Josh Mojica, millionaire at 18; kangkong chips business, may factory na!". PEP. March 8, 2023.
  10. ^ ecoloma (November 30, 2023). "Teen 'Kangkong Chips' guy shares 'unconventional' path to success, sparks debate over 'diskarte o diploma'". POP!. Retrieved July 7, 2024.