Business stripped bare
by Richard Branson · first published 2008
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A focused, quick-to-read account of the philosophy behind Virgin, with practical takeaways on branding, big-picture thinking and leadership that apply to any business.
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SECRETS OF SUCCESS FROM THE WORLD-FAMOUS BUSINESSMANFrom its creation as a mail-order record company to the literal launch of Virgin Galactic, today Virgin is one of the premier 'way-of-life' brands in the world, trusted and enjoyed by many millions of people.In Business Stripped Bare, Sir Richard Branson shares the inside track on his life in business and reveals the incredible truth about his most risky, brilliant and audacious deals. Discover why Virgin tried to take on one of the world's biggest superbrands, how Virgin Mobile USA holds the record as the fastest company in history to genera
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If you're interested in learning the philosophy behind Virgin from start to finish, I highly recommend Richard Branson's Business Stripped Bare. I just finished reading it a couple weeks ago. It's a quick/enjoyable read, but also contains quite a few valuable takeaways that are applicable to any business. http://www.amazon.com/Business-Stripped-Bare-Adventures-Entr...…
on “Why is Virgin America so Cool?” ↗Anathem, by Neal Stephenson Consider Phlebas, by Iain M. Banks Selfish Gene, by Richard Dawkins Business Stripped Bare, by Richard Branson Programming Collective Intelligence, by Toby Segaran Zen and Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, by Robert Pirsig
on “Ask HN: Great books you read in 2009?” ↗Richard Branson's books (e.g. 'Business Stripped Bare' & 'Like a Virgin') are brilliant for the themes of branding, big picture thinking and leadership. Have a great holiday!
on “What to read?” ↗…(Richard Branson) - The awesome and entertaining story of Virgin with lots of great advice and startup David vs Goliath inspiration. Will make you consider what determination and the little guy can achieve. Business Stripped Bare (Richard Branson) - Branson's more focused take on business advice and patches on bits of the Virgin story since the first book. Will make you consider the power of being genuine and growing a company…
on “Ask HN: Great books you read in 2009?” ↗Having read both Losing My Virginity and Business Stripped Bare I totally agree with your comments, he is the first to admit that his success is largely born out of the ability of the people he surrounds himself with. The branded venture capitalism method they have…
on “Richard Branson: In it for fun not just money” ↗That sounds like something Richard Branson would say (I think I remember reading it in Business Stripped Bare), but I believe Buffett's quote predates Virgin Airlines entirely.
on “All American Airlines Flights Grounded, Experiencing Nationwide Computer Outage” ↗