Book review: Richard Branson – Losing my virginity

by John Baw on April 20, 2009

Richard Branson: Losing my virginity

Richard Branson: Losing my virginity

I have just finished reading this page-turner!  It was a really enjoyable and inspiring read, especially as Sir Richard Branson seems to speak my heart when he writes about social entrepreneurship and of using influence, position, and wealth as a force for good and for change in the world.

Sir Richard seems to be a very remarkable man.  He has the unique gift of being able to impart Virgin’s DNA, its core values, to whatever endeavour he embarks on.  In all of his projects, he seems to have the knack of changing cultures and raising the high water levels.  Just reading his journey from a student activist-entrepreneur to the chief visionary behind the worldwide phenomenon that is Virgin is truly exhilarating.

Like him, I strongly believe that social entrepreneurship provides a way forward for many of the third world’s poverty-related problems.  If you have a heart for the marketplace and for business, I seriously recommend that you read this book – there are tonnes of business lessons in there for you.  If you happen to get fired up with his message of changing the world, then join the movement.

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1 Miguel Mayher 06.20.09 at 7:09 pm

Hi John,

I agree, this read is most refreshing.

Thanks for the link to Virgin Unite, I hadn’t checked out the site.

Richard Branson seems to represent a perfect blend of capitalism, fun and social responsibility. His life is inspiring and this autobiography is hard to put down.

Lucky us he still has more years to go, and books keep coming our way! Check out his latest Business Stripped Bare. Golden business advice.

Cheers!

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