No matter where my travels take me, my day starts with a good work out, preferably kitesurfing or tennis. Exercise puts me in the right state of mind for the day. Dedicating time in the morning to exercise your body will make a big difference when you have to focus your mind on the day's work.

Remember the to-do list but don't forget the to-be list.

Look for the best in people to build a fantastic team

We must rapidly wean ourselves off our dependence on coal and fossil fuels.

Whatever business you are in, every company can shoot for the start in their own way.

I am impressed with just the enthusiasm for life and the fact that some of these people are in their 80's, even 90's, and they're absolutely determined to get out there and make a difference.

I never get the accountants in before I start up a business. It's done on gut feeling, especially if I can see that they are taking the mickey out of the consumer.