The funny thing is people won't let me pay for things. I'll be in a restaurant and the manager will say, 'Oh no, it's on the house.'
Richard BransonGood brands reflect the histories of the time and the group of people that made them. They can not be copied. They can not be recycled.
Richard BransonHappiness doesn't come from making a fortune and owning lots of possessions. 'Stuff' doesn't bring happiness. Family, friends, good health and the satisfaction that comes from making a positive difference are what really matter.
Richard BransonIdeally, since 80 percent of your life is spent working, you should start your business around something that is a passion of yours
Richard BransonWe have a business that some people feel pollutes, and I happen to agree with them. ... And so on the basis of trying to do good and, you know, hopefully turn a profit, what we did was we pledged that we'd put all the profits from our airline business into trying to develop clean fuels.
Richard Branson