One thing is certain in business: you will make mistakes. When you are pushing the boundaries, mistakes are inevitable-how you react is… — Richard Branson Boundaries Copy Share Image
A good leader leads from the front. Don't get stuck in the office. Get out, meet people and listen to their stories. — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
I make up my mind about whether I can trust someone within 60 seconds of meeting them — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
I never get the accountants in before I start up a business. It's done on gut feeling, especially if I can see… — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
It's worrying to think more than half the world's population lacks internet access and therefore lacks an equal opportunity to improve their… — Richard Branson Access Copy Share Image
You don't learn to walk by following rules. You learn by doing, and by falling over. — Richard Branson Business Copy Share Image
What matters is working with a few close friends, people you respect, knowing that if times did turn bad these people would… — Richard Branson Close friends Copy Share Image
Being a good listener is absolutely critical to being a good leader; you have to listen to the people who are on… — Richard Branson Being Copy Share Image
A successful business must have a sound knowledge of its market and work on how its product or service will be different,… — Richard Branson Business Copy Share Image
On one of my last days at school, the headmaster said I would either end up in prison or become a millionaire.… — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
Nobody's ever called me Sir Richard. Occasionally in America, I hear people saying Sir Richard and think there's some Shakespearean play taking… — Richard Branson America Copy Share Image
Realize that the people who are working with you, this is their life. You know, 80% of their time is spent at… — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
And [we hope to sell] the clean fuels to other airlines. I mean, the exciting thing about the breakthrough with clean fuels… — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
Devon holds a special place in my heart. As a child, I normally went on holiday to Bantham and have lots of… — Richard Branson Children Copy Share Image
There is no such thing as a boring person: everyone has stories and insights worth sharing. While on the road, we let… — Richard Branson Attention Copy Share Image
Back when I was in school, few people understood dyslexia and what to do for it. My teachers thought I was lazy… — Richard Branson Dyslexia Copy Share Image
I believe that drudgery and clock-watching are a terrible betrayal of that universal, inborn entrepreneurial spirit. — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
Being an entrepreneur simply means being someone who wants to make a difference to other people's lives. — Richard Branson Business Copy Share Image
I think that you're going to get so much more out of life if you just say yes at every opportunity. — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
It took me years to work out the difference between net and gross. In meetings I just used to say, 'Tell me… — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
If you create something that makes a difference in people's lives, you are likely to become a business success as well — Richard Branson Business Copy Share Image
Capitalism has proven to be the only system that works, but the problem with capitalism is that extreme wealth ends up in… — Richard Branson Capitalism Copy Share Image
The funny thing is people won't let me pay for things. I'll be in a restaurant and the manager will say, 'Oh… — Richard Branson Funny Copy Share Image
Tough times are inevitable in life and in business. But how you compose yourself during those times defines your spirit and will… — Richard Branson Business Copy Share Image
I think it's important we continue to find new ways for start-up businesses to get access to funding, mentorship and business advice. — Richard Branson Access Copy Share Image
I think that not relying too heavily on one bank and one bank manager is a good rule to learn. — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
Business is what concerns us. If you care about something enough to do something about it, you're in business — Richard Branson Business Copy Share Image
If you have conflicts, everything breaks down in society. Kids can't go to school. Basic health can't be looked after. Every aspect… — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
Have passion for what you do; believe in yourself and your product and your customer; persevere; delegate; listen. Have fun. Today, I… — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
I like to set myself a new adventure challenge at least once or twice a year because I love that side of… — Richard Branson Adventure Copy Share Image
There is no greater thing you can do with your life and your work than follow your passions – in a way… — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
In 30 years time, as technology moves forward even further, people are going to look back and wonder why offices ever existed. — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
Free publicity and word of mouth is probably the best and cheapest form of advertising. Learn to use it to your advantage. — Richard Branson Advantage Copy Share Image
Good brands reflect the histories of the time and the group of people that made them. They can not be copied. They… — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
You've got to take risks if you're going to succeed. I would much rather ask forgiveness than permission. — Richard Branson Asking for forgiveness Copy Share Image
What's the quickest way to become a millionaire? Borrow fivers off everyone you meet. — Richard Branson Inspirational Copy Share Image
I have no secret. There are no rules to follow in business. I just work hard and, as I always have done,… — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
You shouldn't be looking for people slipping up, you should be looking for all the good things people do and praising those. — Richard Branson Copy Share Image
Don't think about making money, think about making a difference, spot where others are doing it badly and do it better — Richard Branson Differences Copy Share Image
To be a real entrepreneur you always have to be looking forward. The moment you rest on your laurels is the moment… — Richard Branson Business Copy Share Image