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John Paul DeJoria – The journey from homeless to becoming a millionaire

John Paul DeJoria – The journey from homeless to becoming a millionaire

There have been many fascinating stories of rags to riches. Businessmen with no or very little capital, put everything on the line, dedicated themselves, and became legends in the world of business, respected and known throughout the world. It’s not impossible but one has to stay true to themselves and giving up is or was never an option. What people see as obstacles, these legends saw it as opportunities and their unyielding spirit has created that special space for them in the hall of fame.

Various interviews of such personalities have been taken, some questions repeatedly asked and one in common, how can one do what you did. There is only one answer to this, i.e. just believe in yourself, because if you won’t, how can you expect others to believe you or your products or services. Today, we are going to talk about John Paul DeJoria, whose unwavering will and success story has not only inspired the world but showed us

John Paul DeJoria

John Paul DeJoria’s rags-to-riches biography exemplifies the American dream—he is a first-generation American turned entrepreneur, philanthropist, and pillar of the business community. Once homeless, he has struggled against the odds to achieve success, launching multiple global enterprises, while always supporting his motto, “Success Unshared is Failure.”

In 1980, John Paul and hairstylist Paul Mitchell converted a partially borrowed $700 into what is perhaps today the largest privately held salon hair care line, producing more than 100 products, with a presence in over 95 countries. DeJoria and Mitchell had a vision to start a company that would provide tools of success for hair care professionals, their salons, and the entire beauty industry. This vision holds true today—despite lucrative offers from public corporations, John Paul refuses to sell because of the vow he took to stand by the professional beauty industry.

John Paul’s love of tequila brought him to Mexico—in 1989, he co-founded Patrón, the first ultra-premium tequila, and now the world’s number

John Paul DeJoria’s rags-to-riches biography exemplifies the American dream.  Once homeless, he has struggled against the odds to achieve success, launching multiple global enterprises, while always supporting his motto, “Success Unshared is Failure.”

In 1980, John Paul and hairstylist Paul Mitchell converted a partially borrowed $700 into John Paul Mitchell Systems, which is today the largest privately held salon hair care line.  In 1989, he co-founded Patrón, the first ultra-premium tequila, and now the world’s number one ultra-premium tequila, which he sold to Bacardi in 2018. John Paul went on to co-found John Paul Pet, ROKiT and other enterprises—like his previous ventures, they are privately held companies with high ethical standards and reputations for integrity. 

Throughout the length of his success, John Paul has made philanthropy paramount. He has signed Bill Gates and Warren Buffet’s “The Giving Pledge” as a formal promise to continue giving back, and also established JP’s Peace, Love & Happiness Foundation as a hub for his charitable investments, w

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