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Recently, there have been a number of young entrepreneurs in school whose start-up businesses have flourished. You may see students enjoying some red velvet crinkles, biting into delicious cookie cups, or even having a little bit of a pick-me-up while doing school requirements by indulging in coffee jelly. On days when we aren’t required to wear our uniform, you might have spotted someone sporting their fresh new kicks or flaunting their simple yet fashionable pieces. Ever wondered where these people got those? Just talk to these young entrepreneurs of UPIS and they’ll be glad to be of service!
For the past three years, baking has been Lyka Lubang’s passion, but the idea of sharing her creations to others thru her growing business Lykreations started in July 26, 2016. She runs an online shop where she sells her products to those who love pastries like cupcakes, truffles, cookies, and brownies. She has also been invited to cater yummy desserts at special occasions like birthday parties, debuts, fund raising events, and organizations’ bake sales. When it comes to purchasing ingredients, she orders them in bulk, making sure that they are enough for her treats. She draws inspiration from the founders of J.Cuppacakes and Sonja’s Cupcakes, but those who support her and her passion pushes her to continue running her business. To her, age should never be an obstacle to reach success.
When her Lola was confined in the hospital last September, Beca Sinchongco wanted to help her parents with their finances; this inspired her to establish an oreo-related business. So with a few oreos, fresh batter, and a dash of determination, she thought of starting a business of selling fried oreos, s’moreos, oreo overload, and something to keep an eye out for: oreo truffles. Because she is still a student and wants to prioritize her studies, she only makes them during her free time, always taking into consideration if the next day is loaded with requirements.
Earlier this summer, Kate Marcelino started with selling waffles; however she later realized that her business would reach further heights from selling crinkles. Her target customers are the UPIS students, but when hell week is just around the corner, she makes sure to put her studies first and doesn’t restock. When you’re in the mood for just a little bite, you can buy a piece or two from the canteen, which she supplies with her delicious crinkles. Her parents, who are already familiar with entrepreneurship, inspire her to continue her business despite the challenges she faces in spending her capital and hectic schedule. Ever since she advertised her products, you can see students and teachers enjoying tubs of crinkles everywhere!
Caitlin Noroña first began selling graham balls and polvoron in 2013, before her coffee jelly concoction debuted in 2015. Back when she was in 8th Grade, she used to retail a friend’s graham balls, but today, she makes and distributes her own sweet treats. She tries to make them every night, but on days where a big test is coming up, she ensures that she finishes studying before making coffee jelly. The Go family encourages her to continue selling but the fact that she sees her customers revel in her food also drives her to persevere in her business. As an entrepreneur, her income motivates her when she’s able to buy things for her loved ones. Her coffee jelly is the perfect dessert to fuel you to last through the day!
Juan Miguel, or Jumig, started selling various goods at around September this year. He was offered by a friend’s aunt to resell their sweat shorts around school but only about three weeks ago, he began selling goodies such as yema, crinkles, chocolate-coated polvoron, and cotton candy. On the first day he tried selling shorts, he took 10 samples to school for 150 pesos and it sold out! From there on, a lot of people became interested in his products which prompted him to begin taking orders. He pushes himself to go further because his goal is to be able to buy things for himself, without relying on his parents’ money. He looks up to Lyka because of her time-management skills and also because she was one of the first people in recent UPIS history to start a business. So if you’re looking for a new pair of shorts or maybe something sweet to eat, look for Jumig!
Emman Jabiguero looks up to Benjamin Kickz, a 16-year-old who earned millions by selling rare sneakers to artists. He aspires to have a huge collection of sneakers one day so he started selling kicks. Similar to Jumig, he didn’t want to rely on his parent’s money to purchase the things he wants. What he does is he looks for second-hand shoes, makes sure that the pair is clean, and then resells it. His products are also advertised on a Facebook page, when someone comments on it and is interested in purchasing it, he arranges a meet-up with them. It’s easy for him if he could just meet with the person after school, especially if the location is just in Quezon City.
Texts and chats may be easier, but they are light years away from the charm of sending messages through the post office. Postcards are a creative way to let someone know what you’re up to, how you’ve been, or where you are. Hazel Romero crafts these timeless postcards for everyone to use. She applies her watercolor skills to create intricate designs and then digitizes them for print and reproduction. She began making them last summer because she thought it would be a cool concept to go back to the traditional way of sending messages. Like the other entrepreneurs, she wanted to be self-sufficient when it came to purchasing things for herself. Despite having the trouble of people preferring electronic ways to send letters, it’s her family that encourages her to continue and master her craft. Hazel lauds Googly Gooeys and Diyalogo’s ways of creating their own names in the art industry and also admires the way they package their masterpieces. So if you’re planning on sending a special message soon, what better way to do so by sending them a postcard made by Hazel?
If you aspire to be a young entrepreneur like them, they advise you to step out of your comfort zone and to never be afraid of establishing a business. Learn to prioritize and how to manage time. But most importantly, never allow your age to hinder you. With the right motivation and the courage, there will be nothing to stop you from reaching your goal.
Entrepreneurship is both passion and talent. Those who are blessed with such skills and attitude are bound to be successful in life. It’s common for many adults to become entrepreneurs, but it’s never a bad thing to start young! //by Paola Pagulayan
Feature: Business-minded: Young entreps invade the UPIS business scene
Recently, there have been a number of young entrepreneurs in school whose start-up businesses have flourished. You may see students enjoying some red velvet crinkles, biting into delicious cookie cups, or even having a little bit of a pick-me-up while doing school requirements by indulging in coffee jelly. On days when we aren’t required to wear our uniform, you might have spotted someone sporting their fresh new kicks or flaunting their simple yet fashionable pieces. Ever wondered where these people got those? Just talk to these young entrepreneurs of UPIS and they’ll be glad to be of service!
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MADE WITH LOVE. Each
dessert from Lykreations by Lyka Lubang is sure to give your mouth a sweet
adventure.
Photo Credits: Paola
Pagulayan, Lyka Lubang
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For the past three years, baking has been Lyka Lubang’s passion, but the idea of sharing her creations to others thru her growing business Lykreations started in July 26, 2016. She runs an online shop where she sells her products to those who love pastries like cupcakes, truffles, cookies, and brownies. She has also been invited to cater yummy desserts at special occasions like birthday parties, debuts, fund raising events, and organizations’ bake sales. When it comes to purchasing ingredients, she orders them in bulk, making sure that they are enough for her treats. She draws inspiration from the founders of J.Cuppacakes and Sonja’s Cupcakes, but those who support her and her passion pushes her to continue running her business. To her, age should never be an obstacle to reach success.
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COOKIES ‘N’ CREAM. Rebeca Sinchongco makes enticing oreo
treats for UPIS students to enjoy.
Photo Credits: Paola
Pagulayan, Beca Sinchongco
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When her Lola was confined in the hospital last September, Beca Sinchongco wanted to help her parents with their finances; this inspired her to establish an oreo-related business. So with a few oreos, fresh batter, and a dash of determination, she thought of starting a business of selling fried oreos, s’moreos, oreo overload, and something to keep an eye out for: oreo truffles. Because she is still a student and wants to prioritize her studies, she only makes them during her free time, always taking into consideration if the next day is loaded with requirements.
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SWEET
SNACKS. Different kinds of crinkles by Little Bites are retailed by UPIS’
very own Kate Marcelino!
Photo Credits: Paola Pagulayan, Kate Marcelino
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Earlier this summer, Kate Marcelino started with selling waffles; however she later realized that her business would reach further heights from selling crinkles. Her target customers are the UPIS students, but when hell week is just around the corner, she makes sure to put her studies first and doesn’t restock. When you’re in the mood for just a little bite, you can buy a piece or two from the canteen, which she supplies with her delicious crinkles. Her parents, who are already familiar with entrepreneurship, inspire her to continue her business despite the challenges she faces in spending her capital and hectic schedule. Ever since she advertised her products, you can see students and teachers enjoying tubs of crinkles everywhere!
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BUSINESS
AS USUAL. Caitlin Norona poses with coffee jelly she’s been selling since
she was in eighth grade!
Photo Credits: Paola Pagulayan
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Caitlin Noroña first began selling graham balls and polvoron in 2013, before her coffee jelly concoction debuted in 2015. Back when she was in 8th Grade, she used to retail a friend’s graham balls, but today, she makes and distributes her own sweet treats. She tries to make them every night, but on days where a big test is coming up, she ensures that she finishes studying before making coffee jelly. The Go family encourages her to continue selling but the fact that she sees her customers revel in her food also drives her to persevere in her business. As an entrepreneur, her income motivates her when she’s able to buy things for her loved ones. Her coffee jelly is the perfect dessert to fuel you to last through the day!
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FASHION 101. Wow the town with these trendy shorts sold by Jumig!
Photo Credit: Paola Pagulayan, Hazel Romero
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Juan Miguel, or Jumig, started selling various goods at around September this year. He was offered by a friend’s aunt to resell their sweat shorts around school but only about three weeks ago, he began selling goodies such as yema, crinkles, chocolate-coated polvoron, and cotton candy. On the first day he tried selling shorts, he took 10 samples to school for 150 pesos and it sold out! From there on, a lot of people became interested in his products which prompted him to begin taking orders. He pushes himself to go further because his goal is to be able to buy things for himself, without relying on his parents’ money. He looks up to Lyka because of her time-management skills and also because she was one of the first people in recent UPIS history to start a business. So if you’re looking for a new pair of shorts or maybe something sweet to eat, look for Jumig!
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PUMPED-UP KICKS.
Selling stylish shoes have been Emman’s method of reaching his dream.
Photo Credits: Paola Pagulayan, Emman Jabiguero
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Emman Jabiguero looks up to Benjamin Kickz, a 16-year-old who earned millions by selling rare sneakers to artists. He aspires to have a huge collection of sneakers one day so he started selling kicks. Similar to Jumig, he didn’t want to rely on his parent’s money to purchase the things he wants. What he does is he looks for second-hand shoes, makes sure that the pair is clean, and then resells it. His products are also advertised on a Facebook page, when someone comments on it and is interested in purchasing it, he arranges a meet-up with them. It’s easy for him if he could just meet with the person after school, especially if the location is just in Quezon City.
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MESSAGE SENT. Using Hazel's
beautiful postcards is an artistic way to express your heartfelt emotions!
Photo Credit: Hazel
Romero
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Texts and chats may be easier, but they are light years away from the charm of sending messages through the post office. Postcards are a creative way to let someone know what you’re up to, how you’ve been, or where you are. Hazel Romero crafts these timeless postcards for everyone to use. She applies her watercolor skills to create intricate designs and then digitizes them for print and reproduction. She began making them last summer because she thought it would be a cool concept to go back to the traditional way of sending messages. Like the other entrepreneurs, she wanted to be self-sufficient when it came to purchasing things for herself. Despite having the trouble of people preferring electronic ways to send letters, it’s her family that encourages her to continue and master her craft. Hazel lauds Googly Gooeys and Diyalogo’s ways of creating their own names in the art industry and also admires the way they package their masterpieces. So if you’re planning on sending a special message soon, what better way to do so by sending them a postcard made by Hazel?
If you aspire to be a young entrepreneur like them, they advise you to step out of your comfort zone and to never be afraid of establishing a business. Learn to prioritize and how to manage time. But most importantly, never allow your age to hinder you. With the right motivation and the courage, there will be nothing to stop you from reaching your goal.
Entrepreneurship is both passion and talent. Those who are blessed with such skills and attitude are bound to be successful in life. It’s common for many adults to become entrepreneurs, but it’s never a bad thing to start young! //by Paola Pagulayan
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