ReThinking Richard Branson on saying yes now and figuring it out later
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Jun 18, 2024 
Richard Branson, the visionary founder of the Virgin Group, shares his insights from a lifetime of entrepreneurship. He discusses the importance of courage and embracing risks for personal growth, while humorously revealing how he overcame challenges like shyness and dyslexia. Branson reflects on the evolution of commercial spaceflight and his aspirations for making it accessible. He also advocates for a shift in drug policy towards a public health perspective, intertwining personal anecdotes with his thoughts on leadership and competition.
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Overcoming Shyness
- Richard Branson was so shy as a youth that a radio interviewer sent him two tapes: the interview and the "ums" removed.
- His mother viewed shyness as selfish, encouraging him to perform and think of others.
Dyslexia and Early Education
- Branson struggled with undiagnosed dyslexia as a child, leading him to quit school at 15.
- He started a magazine, finding real-world experience more educational.
Genesis of "Screw It"
- At five, Branson's mom made him navigate home alone after getting lost.
- This instilled a "screw it, let's do it" attitude that shaped his career.
