Having a good network can be invaluable. It opens doors for you and allows you to enter into opportunities that are beneficial to your business. In this sense, 'who you know' is undoubtedly important, but to me 'what you know' is more important because once an opportunity shows itself, it is up to you to make the most of it, and this is down to your knowledge and skill.
Richard BransonAs an adventurer...I try to protect against the downside. I make sure I have covered as many eventualities as I can. In the end, you have to take calculated risks; otherwise you're going to sit in mothballs all day and do nothing.
Richard BransonI have always been a huge believer in the inestimable value good mentoring can contribute to any nascent business
Richard BransonYour employees are your companyโs real competitive advantage. Theyโre the ones making the magic happen-so long as their needs are being met.
Richard BransonIf family or friends are unwell or ill - it's perhaps the only thing that really can make one feel vulnerable.
Richard BransonYou must have the courage to trust your instincts and be ready to question what other people don't. If you do that, you can seize opportunities that others would miss. Believe in yourself, and use everything you can - including the obstacles - to propel you along the road to success. Who knows what you might achieve?
Richard Branson