Losing My Virginity
Losing My Virginity
Richard Branson
Jen Sincero
This is an awesome read—I devoured the whole thing in one sitting. - Jen Sincero
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Losing My Virginity

Losing My Virginity: How I've Survived, Had Fun, and Made a Fortune Doing Business My Way

Richard Branson
Richard Branson
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Richard Branson
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In "Losing My Virginity," Richard Branson unfurls the vibrant tapestry of his life and career, inviting readers on a journey that is as audacious as it is inspiring. From the inception of the Virgin brand in a world brimming with skepticism to its ascent as a global emblem of innovation and daring, Branson pens a narrative that is as much about shattering conventions as it is about the exhilaration of the entrepreneurial chase. With a prose that crackles with the same zeal he applies to his ventures, Branson charts a course through his myriad business undertakings, all the while threading the needle between risk and reward with the agility of a seasoned acrobat. His story is a testament to the power of bold ideas and even bolder actions, underscored by a philosophy that challenges the status quo and champions the underdog. Yet, "Losing My Virginity" transcends the typical business memoir. It is a deeply personal reflection on a life lived at the edge, a candid look at the highs of globe-circling in a hot-air balloon and the lows of near-disasters that would deter a lesser spirit. Branson emerges not just as a titan of industry but as a man devoted to family, adventure, and the pursuit of happiness. His narrative is peppered with encounters with icons, from the Sex Pistols to Nelson Mandela, and fueled by a relentless optimism and a belief in the goodness of people. This book is not merely the chronicle of a business empire built from scratch; it is an invitation to view the world through the lens of one of its most inventive and indefatigable inhabitants.

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Released
1998
1 Jan
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416
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This is an awesome read—I devoured the whole thing in one sitting. - Jen Sincero
On the "books read" section of Ev Williams' GoodReads profile.
I can honestly say that I have never gone into any business purely to make money. If that is the sole motive then I believe you are better off not doing it. A business has to be involving, it has to be fun, and it has to exercise your creative instincts.
— Richard Branson, Losing My Virginity

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