It can be a challenge not to let failure, or negativity from others, prevent you from going after what you believe in and what in your gut you know can work. However it is important to face these challenges head on and give them a go and importantly don't beat yourself up if you fail - just pick yourself up, learn as much as you can from the experience and get on with the next challenge.

I think because I have great difficulty saying the word, 'no,' almost every day's a different adventure.

I have had fun running all of the Virgin businesses, so I never see a setback as a bad experience; it is just a learning curve.

There are millions of people out there who would love to become astronauts, who'd love to go to space - they'd love to look back at this wonderful world from space. That will be the engine that will enable us then to develop spaceships to transport people around the world at tremendous speeds in an environmentally friendly way.

Purpose is not an add-on, it’s not an initiative. It is a culture change and it never finishes

Every great movement in the world starts with a tiny group of people who simply refuse to accept a situation.

Happiness 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.