Raise Your Game: Leadership Lessons From Richard Branson

Jul 05, 2011 • 24 Min Podcast

Unlike other companies, the Virgin Group don’t really have a strategy. However, because of the way Richard Branson ran the group and built the brand, it has become of one of the brands that is known for innovation, quality and fun.

There are five secrets to Richard Branson’s success:

Enjoy what you’re doing
Create something that stands out
Create something that everybody who works for you is proud of
Be a good leader
Be visible

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