My attitude has always been, if you fall flat on your face, at least you're moving forward. All you have to do is get back up and try again. Richard Branson attitudebackface Change image and share on social
When I was four, my mother insisted I get out of the car and find my own way home. Although I got lost, I did find my way home. It taught me the value of independence at an early age. Richard Branson agecarearly Change image and share on social
The signing of the Sex Pistols was a turning point for Virgin. It put the company on the map and, over the years, attracted bands such as Genesis, the Rolling Stones, Lenny Kravitz, and Janet Jackson. It also attracted Culture Club, who were ground-breaking. Richard Branson attractbandbreak share on social
You should not build your customer service system on the premise that your organisation will never question the whims of your clients. Richard Branson buildclientcustomer Change image and share on social
I've been very passionate about renewable energy for many years, particularly solar energy and its capacity to bring abundant clean, sustainable energy to millions around the globe. Richard Branson abundantbringcapacity Change image and share on social
By putting the employee first, the customer effectively comes first by default, and in the end, the shareholder comes first by default as well. Richard Branson customerdefaulteffectively Change image and share on social
I love creating hideaways. My idea is to go to the most beautiful, unspoilt places, buy the land, and make sure it is never damaged. I've always admired John D. Rockefeller, who bought up tracts of land to ensure they were left wild in perpetuity. Richard Branson admirebeautifulbuy share on social
I love Africa, and Ulusaba, our home in South Africa, is pretty special. It's on a rocky hill overlooking the bush, and from your room, you can see lions stalking zebras by the waterhole. Richard Branson africabushhill Change image and share on social
For a successful entrepreneur it can mean extreme wealth. But with extreme wealth comes extreme responsibility. And the responsibility for me is to invest in creating new businesses, create jobs, employ people, and to put money aside to tackle issues where we can make a difference. Richard Branson businesscreatedifference share on social
We're introducing separate rooms with double beds in all of our planes so people can actually go with their partner and have a proper night's sleep. Richard Branson beddoubleintroduce Change image and share on social