Richard Branson

"Business opportunities come and go, but if you miss the moment, you are done."

"You can't put a price tag on a human connection."

"Tough times never last, but tough people do."

"Humans are not machines. We need purpose and meaning in what we do."

"The test of a first-rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas and still retain the ability to function."

"Virgin is not a company in the old sense of the word. It's more of a way of life."

"Celebrate the wins with your team, and own the losses yourself."

"Train people well enough so they can leave, treat them well enough so they don't want to."

"Life is a beautiful and precious gift. Live it fully, generously, and gratefully."

"If you can laugh, you can get through it."

"Don't just listen to what people say; watch what they do."

"Giving people self-confidence is by far the most important thing that I can do."

"Ask yourself: am I doing what I came on earth to do?"

"Surround yourself with people who challenge you and inspire you."

"The more you're growing, the more you're learning, the more you're engaged with life."

"Everything in life is a PR exercise. It's how you brand yourself that matters."

"Use your success to open doors for others."

"Have fun in the process and enjoy the journey, not just the destination."

"Innovation is crucial for staying ahead in any business."

"The pleasure of my life is doing what people say you cannot do."

"Make a difference in your community and show up for the people who matter."

"Personal attention is never lost in the post."

"Business should be fun. If you're not having fun, you're in the wrong business."

"Protect your reputation; it's your most valuable asset."

"I believe in the power of human connection and community."

"Never let your fears stop you from pursuing your dreams."

"You have to believe in yourself when no one else does."

"Life is too short to spend it making other people's dreams come true."

"Read, read, read. It's one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself."

"Money is not the most important thing, but good health is."