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When people are placed in positions slightly above what they expect, they are apt to excel.

When people are placed in positions slightly above what they expect, they are apt to excel.

Richard Branson
Leadership, Business, People
FaceBook post by Richard Branson from Nov 07, 2012

Business opportunities are like buses, there's always another one coming.

Richard Branson
Inspirational, Business, Opportunity
FaceBook post by Richard Branson from May 09, 2016

All you have in life is your reputation: you may be very rich, but if you lose your good name, then you'll never be happy. The thought will always lurk at the back of your mind that people don't trust you.

Richard Branson
Names, People, Mind
Richard Branson (1999). “Losing my virginity: how I've survived, had fun, and made a fortune doing business my way”, Crown Business

If you get into business solely to make money, you won’t. If you try to make a real difference, you’ll find success.

Richard Branson
Real, Differences, Trying
FaceBook post by Richard Branson from Jun 17, 2014

Play fair, be prepared for others to play dirty, and don't let them drag you into the mud.

Richard Branson
Dirty, Play, Mud

I'm sure you get the best out of people if you look for the best in them. People don't need to be told when they've done something wrong - they know it without having to be told.

Richard Branson
People, Needs, Looks
"Richard Branson: Interview With ORIGIN Magazine" by Maranda Pleasant and Gina G. Murdock, www.huffingtonpost.com. December 18, 2012.

Follow your instincts and live with the consequences.

Richard Branson
Survival, Instinct, Consequence

The way you treat your employees is the way they will treat your customers

Richard Branson
Way, Employee Appreciation, Treats
FaceBook post by Richard Branson from Mar 13, 2013

An exceptional company is the one that gets all the little details right.

Richard Branson
Details, Littles, Exceptional

It's all about finding and hiring people smarter than you. Getting them to join your business. And giving them good work. Then getting out of their way. And trusting them. You have to get out of the way so YOU can focus on the bigger vision. That's important. And here's the main thing....you must make them see their work as a MISSION.

Richard Branson
People, Giving, Focus

As much as you need a strong personality to build a business from scratch, you also must understand the art of delegation. I have to be good at helping people run the individual businesses, and I have to be willing to step back. The company must be set up so it can continue without me.

Richard Branson
Leadership, Running, Art

No matter how big you are, details count!

Richard Branson
Details, Matter, Bigs

When I was young, every time I criticized someone, my mother would stand me in front of the mirror and say: 'The flaws you see in others are actually a reflection of yourself.' That taught me to pay close attention when I looked at others.

Richard Branson
Mother, Reflection, Mirrors
Interview with Harry Jarman, www.thegentlemansjournal.com. December 10, 2012.

I am convinced that companies should put staff first, customers second and shareholders third - ultimately that's in the best interest of customers and shareholders.

Richard Branson
Wisdom, Firsts, Staff

A good leader leads from the front. Don't get stuck in the office. Get out, meet people and listen to their stories.

Richard Branson
Leadership, People, Office
FaceBook post by Richard Branson from Mar 27, 2012

You can't do a good business with a bad person. Find the right people to work with and you can't go wrong.

Richard Branson
Inspirational, Business, People

Give your employees a mission that matches their ambitions. When you challenge people, they surprise you.

Richard Branson
Ambition, People, Giving

I rely far more on gut instinct than researching huge amounts of statistics.

Richard Branson
Inspirational, Motivational, Encouragement
Richard Branson (2005). “Losing My Virginity: The Autobiography”, Virgin Pub

Your company should act as a springboard for ambitious employees, not a set of shackles.

Richard Branson
Inspirational, Business, Ambitious

Some 80% of your life is spent working. You want to have fun at home; why shouldn't you have fun at work?

Richard Branson
Inspiring, Fun, Home

Realize that the people who are working with you, this is their life. You know, 80% of their time is spent at work. Make sure that they're proud of what they're doing, that they're enjoying what they're doing.

Richard Branson
People, Proud, Realizing
"Richard Branson Responds To Elon Musk's Criticism; 'We're About To Prove Him Wrong'". Interview with Henry Blodget, www.businessinsider.com. October 18, 2014.

What is a business? It's simply an idea that makes someone else's life better

Richard Branson
Ideas

Tough times are inevitable in life and in business. But how you compose yourself during those times defines your spirit and will define your future.

Richard Branson
Tough Times, Spirit, Your Future

There are no quick wins in business - it takes years to become an overnight success.

Richard Branson
Winning, Years, Overnight Success
Twitter post from Aug 21, 2014

Most skills can be learned, but it is difficult to train people on their personality.

Richard Branson
Skills, People, Personality
"How to Win by Throwing out the Traditional Hiring Playbook" by Sean McNamara, www.huffingtonpost.com. July 11, 2014.

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