Occupation: Business Magnate Birth: July 18, 1950
Talent comes from experience and failure.
Perhaps my early problems with dyslexia made me more intuitive: when someone sends me a written proposal, rather than dwelling on detailed facts and ….
I think it's quite great to set yourself a big challenge and then you've got another reason for keeping fit..
I was born under a lucky star, and I have nothing whatsoever to regret. I wouldn't change a thing about my life..
I like to take chances on people, and whenever possible, promote from within - it sends a great message to everyone in the company when someone demon….
Dream big and you will be presented with the opportunity to lead the world on an incredible adventure..
Whether you are launching a start-up or leading an established company, you should start establishing your social media presence if you haven’t alrea….
Don't become a slave to technology - manage your phone, don't let it manage you..
The Earth cannot wait 60 years. I want a future for my children and my children's children. The clock is ticking..
Don't be afraid to take that leap into the unknown..
Good people have always been at the heart of the Virgin business, and that's largely because we have tried to keep our business small, and our manage….
Please be polite. Nothing in life should erode the habit of saying thank you to people or praising them..
And obviously, from our own personal point of view, the principal challenge is a personal challenge..
We should all seek to innovate, or be curious about innovation. Innovation truly is one of our greatest gifts..
Chance favors the prepared mind. The more you practice, the luckier you become..
The ability to bounce back after a setback is the single most important trait an entrepreneurial venture can possess..
Be authentic and organic. It can't be forced or it won't work. And most importantly, have fun..
Sometimes the riskiest decision you can make is to do nothing..
Ever since I saw the moon landing as a young teenager, I was determined I would go into space one day..
Smiling can be a competitive advantage. It makes everyone feel better and every situation brighter..
The key is to set realistic customer expectations, and then not to just meet them, but to exceed them - preferably in unexpected and helpful ways..