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100 Mind-blowing Things You Need To Learn From Richard Branson And His Genius

Fahri Karakas
21 min readNov 9, 2023
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Sir Richard Branson is a British entrepreneur and philanthropist best known for founding the Virgin Group, a conglomerate that includes businesses ranging from travel and transportation (Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Trains) to telecommunications (Virgin Mobile) and entertainment (Virgin Records, Virgin Galactic).

Born on July 18, 1950, Branson has cultivated a reputation as an adventurous risk-taker with an ability to disrupt industries and create innovative business models.

There are several reasons why we can learn a lot from Richard Branson:

  • Entrepreneurial mindset: Branson embodies the entrepreneurial mindset, continually seeking new opportunities, taking risks, and embracing innovation. His ability to spot gaps in the market and adapt to changing trends has allowed him to build a diverse and successful portfolio of businesses.
  • Creative and unconventional thinking: Branson’s approach to business is marked by his creative thinking and willingness to challenge the status quo. He has an innate ability to think outside the box, leading to unique solutions and disruptive ideas that have reshaped industries.
  • Emphasis on customer experience: Branson recognizes the importance of putting the customer first. Through his…

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Fahri Karakas
Fahri Karakas

Written by Fahri Karakas

Associate Professor in Business & Leadership at University of East Anglia. Passionate about doodling, imagination, and creativity. Author of Self-Making Studio.

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