I never learned the rules in the first place. To change the game is at the heart of what Virgin stands for, so the company culture has always been: "Don't sweat it: rules were meant to be broken."

Grow internally first. Strengthen your bottom line first before considering external growth.

I believe a good leader brings out the best in people by listening to them, trusting in them, believing in them, respecting them and letting them have a go.

My mother always taught me never to look back in regret but to move on to the next thing.

I drink about 30 cups of tea a day. I'm a complete tea addict.

I just wanted to create things that I could be proud of. Money was just an evil byproduct to pay the bills at the end of the year.

Having a personality of caring about people is important. You can’t be a good leader unless you generally like people. That is how you bring out the best in them.