1,075 Quotes by Richard Branson

It is not for me (to decide). It is up to the company to decide whether the price is fair or not.

I think the thing about capitalism is it's an evil necessity, capitalism. Communism has been tried and failed, and socialism, that doesn't work very well. Capitalism works, but the problem about capitalism is it does mean that a few individuals become very wealthy. Therefore, I think those individuals have enormous responsibility to redistribute that wealth either by creating new businesses or creating new jobs and making sure that money just doesn't lie in a bank account for future generations.

Nothing else even comes close.

Loyal employees in any company create loyal customers, who in turn create happy shareholders.

Entrepreneursh ip is a great leveller, since having the benefit of a wealthy background or a generous investor isn't always an advantage. The wonderful thing is that money is not the sole currency when it comes to starting a business; drive, determination, passion and hard work are all free and more valuable than a pot of cash.

I decided there must be room for another airline when I spent two days trying to get through to People Express.

Age isn't as important so long as you are surrounded by people you love, doing things you passionately believe in.

What's the quickest way to become a millionaire? Borrow fivers off everyone you meet.

Entrepreneursh ip is not about getting one over on the customer. It’s not about working on your own. It’s not about looking out for number one. It’s not necessarily about making a lot of money. It is absolutely not about letting work take over your life. On the contrary, it’s about turning what excites you in life into capital, so that you can do more of it and move forward with it.