Fun is at the core of the way I like to do business and it has been key to everything I've done from the outset.

It's better to say nothing than spend 1,000 words or an hour speech saying nothing. Get to the point.

Only a fool never changes his mind.

Business opportunities are like buses, there's always another one coming.

I have had a lot of fun pushing the boundaries on my balloon and kitesurf adventures, breaking some world records in the process, and I think this attitude of having fun whilst working hard is one that lends itself very well to successful entrepreneurship.

If you can run one company, you can run another. Running companies are about inspiring and driving the best out of people.

Most of our businesses do succeed, but if something completely fails, then as long as we bow out gracefully and pay off all our debts, and nobody gets hurt, then I don't think people disrespect Virgin for trying. The public appreciates someone having a go; it appreciates the attempt. Who's been a success in life who hasn't failed?