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Richard Branson on bold and disruptive business

Course designed byRichard BransonUpdatedVideo
Intermediate
02h 24min
Updated: July 30, 2025
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What you'll learn

Understand Branson’s approach to building bold, disruptive businesses and challenging convention.

Apply strategies to turn frustrations into opportunities and compete against larger industry players.

Develop resilience, problem-solving skills, and an optimistic mindset for entrepreneurial success.

Learn how to build strong teams, foster a “we, not me” culture, and lead with vision.

Practice hands-on principles like testing your product firsthand and listening deeply to drive results.

Skills covered in this course

Business application

Languages

English Vietnamese

Course description

Embark on an inspiring journey with Sir Richard Branson, the legendary founder of the Virgin Group, as he reveals his unparalleled approach to building bold, disruptive businesses and fearlessly challenging the status quo. This course distills decades of Branson's pioneering experience, offering direct, actionable insights into innovation, resilience, and the power of an optimistic mindset. You'll gain an intimate introduction to Branson himself and discover how to "light the fire" with your initial ventures. Learn his audacious strategy to "screw convention," illustrated by his groundbreaking forays into the music and airline industries, and how to transform frustrations into opportunities for revolutionary change. The course provides crucial lessons on "how to be a David to an industry Goliath," enabling you to compete effectively against much larger players. Branson emphasizes the importance of a tenacious drive to "fight tooth and nail to solve problems," along with the essential skills of "finding great people" and fostering a "we, not me" team culture. Further insights include the art of "listening deeply and getting things done," ensuring your vision translates into tangible results. Branson highlights the significance of "experiencing your product firsthand," drawing from his own extraordinary ventures like spaceflight. You'll also learn to "draw a ring around yourself" to protect your focus and be inspired by the "Case Study: Forming The Elders," showcasing global leadership. Throughout the course, Branson continuously reminds you to "never forget the fun," emphasizing the joy and passion that fuels sustainable success. This is an essential guide for aspiring entrepreneurs, seasoned leaders, and anyone ready to innovate fearlessly and leave a lasting impact.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

14 sections to explore
13 videos to learn from
1 documents to read
Full access on mobile and tablet
Unlimited accessUnique completion certificate
Unlimited access forever
Richard Branson
Instructor
Free