Richard Branson Libros

This is the story that launched a movement. At only 12 years old, Craig Kielburger was shocked to discover the realities of child labour faced by kids his own age throughout the developing world. Driven to take action and witness these conditions first-hand, he and his trusted mentor Alam embarked on a journey that would take him to places he'd never imagined. Free the Children recounts Craig's remarkable odyssey across South Asia, meeting some of the world's most disadvantaged children and learning the truth behind the headlines. Be there with him as he explores slums and sweatshops, fighting to rescue children from the chains of inhumane conditions. Along the way, he makes lasting friendships, enjoys wild adventures and launches the movement that would explode into an international sensation. Winner of the prestigious Christopher Award, presented to books ""which affirm the highest values of the human spirit,"" Free the Children has been translated into eight languages and served as inspiration for thousands of young people around the world.

About the entrepreneurial spirit embodied in a person. The creator of the unique Virgin brand, which unites a vast number of completely diverse yet successful businesses, continues to delight us with new achievements and even bolder plans. Engagingly, with utmost frankness and gentle humor, the author recounts the most significant events in his life: failures and victories, disappointments and accomplishments.

A photographic record of Hong Kong after its establishment as a Special Administrative Region of China.

As far back as stories go, pioneers have reached for the skies. In this book Richard Branson looks at the history of flight through the stories and people who have inspired him throughout his life.

Eine würdige Hommage an einen der schönsten Plätze der Erde, dieses Buch bietet einmalige Anreize für Umweltschützer und Fotoästheten. Es ist eine umfassende visuelle Bestandsaufnahme des Nordpols von einem der besten Fotografen der Welt, begleitet von einem Vorwort von Sir Richard Branson und Texten von Experten wie Dr. Andrew Weaver und Dr. Ted Scambos. Die Arktis zeigt die Natur in ihrer ungezähmten Pracht, während der selten bereiste Nordpol großen Respekt einfordert. Leider ist dieser unberührte globale Schatz in höchster Gefahr. Sebastian Copeland möchte mit seinem Werk diese arktische Wunderwelt würdigen und auf ihre bedrohliche Lage aufmerksam machen. Als Polarforscher, preisgekrönter Fotograf, Autor und leidenschaftlicher Umweltaktivist bringt Copeland eine einzigartige Perspektive ein. Diese Region gilt als die letzte echte Wildnis auf unserem Planeten, und ihr Untergang sollte Alarm schlagen. Copelands Autorität und Leidenschaft für die Arktis sind unverkennbar. Das Buch präsentiert poetische Ansichten, verfolgt jedoch pragmatische Ziele: Es soll die Welt dazu anregen, Märkte in Richtung einer nachhaltigen Zukunft zu transformieren. Sprachen: Deutsch, Englisch, Französisch.

Aimed at businessmen, entrepreneurs and students, this book aims to provide a witty, authoritative, comprehensive and informative book on the business world. The book includes accounts by Edward de Bono, P. Drucker, C. Handy., R.M. Kanter and Richard Branson as well as quotes and anecdotes.

Global business icon Richard Branson has written many books, but none have been more popular than his first memoir, 1998's Losing My Virginity. Now he's finally publishing his second volume of memoirs, covering all of his fascinating ups and downs of the past two decades.

This is the worldwide bestselling autobiography of iconic entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson, featuring his take on his latest business ventures, personal achievements and intrepid adventures. In Losing my Virginity, you'll discover how Sir Richard is committed to building a better world through responsible, holistic business practices and ventures such as the Virgin Health Bank, which is contributing to regenerative medicine, Virgin Fuels, which has pledged £200 million to renewable energy projects, and his company's charitable arm, Virgin Unite. You'll also learn about how Sir Richard and his company are reaching for the stars in a new era of commercial space travel with Virgin Galactic. With insights into this very public figure's personal life as well as his business successes and the lessons he's learned along the way, this is an amazing memoir, motivational business guide and inspiring story that will capture your imagination.

Arguing that commercial brand names extend beyond products and marketing departments, a brand strategist with company offices in Europe evangelizes for as he says one must his 4-D Branding model in the context of the network economy. Includes a foreword by Virgin founder Richard Branson; company examples (e.g. Ikea, Starbucks); "ten commandments for a brand with a future"; and a few reference notes. Lacks an index. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

A revelatory account of the personal factors that shaped the Virgin Group founder's unconventional leadership style discusses topics ranging from his limited education and struggles with dyslexia through his self-employment values and beliefs about listening.

Richard Branson is an iconic businessman. In Screw It, Let's Do It, he shares the secrets of his success and the invaluable lessons he has learned over the course of his remarkable career. As the world struggles with the twin problems of global recession and climate change, Richard explains why it is up to big companies like Virgin to lead the way in finding a more holistic and environmentally friendly approach to business. He also looks to the future and shares his plans for taking his business and his ideas to the next level.Richard reveals the new and exciting areas into which Virgin is currently moving, including biofuels and space travel, and brings together all the important lessons, good advice and inspirational adages that have helped him along the road to success. This is a fantastic motivational business book that will help every reader achieve their own dreams.

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 generate revenues of over one billion dollars (faster than Microsoft, Google and Amazon) and how Richard is the only person in the world to have built eight billion-dollar companies from scratch in eight different sectors. Combining invaluable advice with the remarkable and candid inside stories of Virgin's greatest achievements, as well as some of its setbacks, Business Stripped Bare is a dynamic, inspirational and truly original guide to success in business and in life. Whether you are an executive, an entrepreneur or are just starting out, Richard strips business down to show how you can succeed and make a difference.

Are you interested in setting up your own business, improving your leadership skills or simply looking for inspiration from one of the greatest entrepreneurs of our time? In this work, Branson brings together some of his best advice.

For the last 50 years, drug prohibition laws have put the market for illegal drugs into the hands of organised criminals. Now, it’s time to take control. Ending the failed war on drugs will reduce drug-related violence, tackle organised crime, end the needless criminalisation of millions, and will halt the drain on government funds and resources. In this book, global opinion-leaders on the frontline of the drug debate describe their experiences and perspectives on what needs to be done. Highlighting the pitfalls behind drug policy to-date and bringing to light new policies and approaches, which make a clear case for galvanizing governments to end the war on drugs – once and for all.

Can we bring more meaning to our lives and help change the world at the same time? Richard Branson, at his brilliant and motivating best, reveals how with his exciting new vision for the future.

Challenging traditional business practices, the entrepreneur recognized by "Robb Report" as a rising Malcolm Forbes guides a new generation of leaders in developing and executing innovative management systems. This book provides insights into competing effectively in today's rapidly evolving business landscape, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and forward-thinking strategies for success.

Книга о предпринимательском духе, воплощенном в человеке. Создатель уникального бренда Virgin, объединяющего огромное число совершенно разнородных, но вместе с тем успешных бизнесов, продолжает радовать нас новыми достижениями и еще более дерзкими планами. Увлекательно, предельно откровенно и с мягким юмором автор рассказывает о самых значимых событиях в своей жизни: провалах и победах, огорчениях и достижениях.

Jak můžete vyhrát, když je jedinou jistotou změna? Kniha Velocity čerpá z jedinečných perspektiv a zkušeností autorů, aby představila sedm nadčasových nových zákonů pro podniky a jednotlivce ve světě, který je ovládán rychlými změnami a digitálními technologiemi. Napsaná jako fascinující a zábavný rozhovor mezi autory – Stefanem Olanderem a Ajazem Ahmedem – Velocity přináší aktuální příklady, které ilustrují klíčové lekce, spolu s poznatky, nápady a inspirací, které by jednotlivci a podniky měly přijmout, aby v digitálním věku prosperovaly. Velocity sdílí vizi a hodnoty potřebné k úspěchu s nevyřčenými příběhy o vlivné a ikonické inovaci. Rychlá, užitečná, provokativní a vysoce motivující, Velocity je manažerská kniha, která vás vybaví praktickými nápady pro definování vaší budoucnosti. Funkce: - 4 principy Velocity: Rychlost, Směr, Zrychlení, Disciplína. - 7 zákonů, včetně 'A Smith & Wesson porazí čtyři esa', 'Snadnější udělat než říct', 'Pohodlné je nepřítelem správného' a 'Žádný dobrý vtip nepřežije výbor šesti lidí'.