3. Branson was (born on 18 July 1950) at Stone
field Nursing Home in Black health, South
London.
The son of Barrister Edward James Branson
and Eve Branson.
Branson was educated at Scaitcliffe School.
Branson has DYSLEXIA and had poor
academic performance as a student, but
discovered his ability to connect with others.
There is no greater thing you can do with your life and your work than follow your
passions in a way that serves the world and you.
4. Richard Branson's talents began to show
themselves during his adolescent school years
At 16, dropped out of school to move to
London and launch Student Magazine,
which did relatively more success
At 19, founded the Virgin mail order record
company. Success in selling mail order
records, opening of a record shop than
launched own record label, Virgin Records
"You've got one go in life, so make the most of it.
6. Finding the right people
Inspiring them
Drawing out the best things
Love learning
Inquisitive mind
Life is a one learning process
Ability to connect with people
Innovative approach to the business
Like challenges and always disengage
difficulties
You shouldnt blindly accept a leaders advice. Youve got to question
leaders on occasion.
7. Size does matter: you need to challenge
and compete with big brands to become
big yourself.
Take it easy, mix fun with work.
Remember, all work and no play makes
Jack a dull boy
Haggling is possible in every business
it brings down prices.
Mingle like a common man, go ahead
like a bullet.
Be camera / media friendly
I dont think of work as work and play as play. Its all living
8. Branson is also well known for his personal a
dventures.
1986 Smashed the world record for the
fastest crossing of the Atlantic
In 1987/1991 Branson crossed the Atlantic
Ocean in the Virgin Atlantic Flyerquot
which was the first and largest hot air
balloon to cross the ocean
There is no greater thing you can do with your life and your work than
follow your passions in a way that serves the world and you.
9. In March 2004, Branson set a record by crossing the English Channel
between Britain and France on an amphibious vessel
in record time in 1 hour, 40 minutes, and 6 seconds.
In September 2008 Branson and his children made an unsuccessful
attempt crossing of the Atlantic ocean. After 2 days
a 'monster wave' destroyed the spinnaker
10. Art of delegation I have to be good at helping people run
the individual businesses
Branson says his philosophy of ;look for the best and you'll get
the best, helped him build an empire recognized for
its young, fun culture
If a flower is watered, it flourishes. If not, it shrivels up and dies.
Its much more fun looking for the best in people.
Employee should be given the opportunity to do well in a
different Virgin Group job. Firing is seldom an option
Interaction between employees and managers is fundamental.
Encourage stuff to write him with any ideas or suggestions.
Either way, they get the chance to be heard.
Motivational strategies extend to innovative ideas. The key to
encouraging innovation within the Virgin ranks, suggests
Branson, is to listen to any and all ideas and to offer feedback.