Richard Branson

I just think you need to spice up life every now and then with a bit of adventure and excitement.

Richard Branson

I just wanted to create things that I could be proud of. Money was just an evil byproduct to pay the bills at the end of the year.

Richard Branson

I learnt earlier on that If you can run one company. You can really run any company. A company is all about finding the right people and inspiring those people, drawing out the best in people.

Richard Branson

I like challenges in life and pushing myself out of my comfort zone.

Richard Branson

I like to set myself a new adventure challenge at least once or twice a year because I love that side of my life. I love getting fit and training for it.

Richard Branson

I make up my mind about whether I can trust someone within 60 seconds of meeting them.

Richard Branson

I may be a businessman in that I set up and run companies for profit, but when I try to plan ahead and dream up new products and new companies, I’m an idealist.

Richard Branson

I myself have benefited from many mentors throughout my life.

Richard Branson

I nearly failed when Virgin was in its infancy; I nearly failed in the early 1980s, and, of course, I have nearly died more than once trying to achieve a world record for boating or ballooning. But through a combination of luck and planning, both Virgin and I are still here.

Richard Branson

I never get the accountants in before I start up a business. It’s done on gut feeling, especially if I can see that they are taking the mickey out of the consumer.

Richard Branson