Richard Branson

Just watching Israel bombarding Palestine and Palestine sending one or two little rockets over to Israel – it’s just too sad for words.

Richard Branson

Kite surfing is a great way of keeping fit. Kiting is great because you’re bouncing over the waves and you’re surfing the waves. I do quite long kite surfs – 50 miles in a day.

Richard Branson

Lightning is something which, again, we would rather avoid.

Richard Branson

Like getting into a bleeding competition with a blood bank.

Richard Branson

London is one of the most exciting cities in the world with so many fantastic pubs and restaurants. I would urge people to get out there and see as much as possible.

Richard Branson

Most of our businesses do succeed, but if something completely fails, then as long as we bow out gracefully and pay off all our debts, and nobody gets hurt, then I don’t think people disrespect Virgin for trying. The public appreciates someone having a go; it appreciates the attempt. Who’s been a success in life who hasn’t failed?

Richard Branson

Most people assume that a record shop’s success lies in selling records. In fact, Virgin’s success both in mail order and the record shops lay in skill at buying records.

Richard Branson

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

My definition of success? The more you are actively and practically engaged, the more successful you will feel.

Richard Branson

My early business ventures included growing Christmas trees and breeding birds.

Richard Branson