Richard Branson on Failure

"I will work day and night to avoid failure, but if I can't, I'll pick myself up the next day. The most important thing for entrepreneurs is not to be put off by failure."

Sacrifice: "Friendship can be lost in situations like these."5:46

In an exclusive Inc. interview, Sir Richard discusses one of the most painful moments in his entrepreneurial career.

Determination: "The most important thing: Don't be put off by failure."3:22

In an exclusive Inc. interview, Sir Richard reflects on why some entrepreneurs succeed and others don't.

Push the Limits: Ballooning Across the Pacific, Facing Almost Certain Death2:03

In 1991, Branson attempted a balloon flight across the Pacific Ocean with balloonist, Pers Lindstrand. Though they ended up in the Arctic, they survived.

SACRIFICE "Friendship can be lost in situations like these."5:46
DETERMINATION "The most important thing: Don't be put off by failure."3:22
PUSH THE LIMITS Ballooning Across the Pacific, Facing Almost Certain Death2:03

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