Right now I'm just delighted to be alive and to have had a nice long bath. Richard Branson alivebathdelight Change image and share on social
Most people would assume my business success, and the wealth that comes with it, have brought me happiness. But I know I am successful, wealthy, and connected because I am happy. Richard Branson assumebringbusiness Change image and share on social
Every successful businessman will have experienced set-backs and failures - they're lying if they say they haven't. Virgin has had some tremendously successful businesses and some that have not quite worked out. Virgin Cola springs to mind - the product wasn't distinct enough from Coca-Cola. Richard Branson backbusinessbusinessman share on social
We've always had a pretty competitive and pretty ferocious battle with British Airways... It's lasted now about 14 years, and we're very pleased to have survived it. Richard Branson airwaybattlebritish Change image and share on social
If you are a small company taking on a big company, you need to have a sense of humor. Richard Branson bigcompanyhumor Change image and share on social
I read everything, but generally more fact than fiction - especially autobiographies and biographies. I've read 'Long Walk to Freedom' by Nelson Mandela at least twice on holiday. Every time, I'm totally awed by his vision, strength and forgiveness. I feel honoured to have got to know him and his wonderful wife Graca over the years. Richard Branson autobiographyawebiography share on social
A good leader doesn't get stuck behind a desk. Richard Branson deskgoodleader Change image and share on social
If you want to be a Millionaire, start with a billion dollars and launch a new airline. Richard Branson airlinebilliondollar Change image and share on social
I've been very lucky. I come from a very close family. Richard Branson closefamilyhave Change image and 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