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“I think great businessmen are more likely made than born. I don't know if it's from your upbringing, your parental background, the struggles you go through. In my own particular situation, I left school at 15 and I was struggling to survive in the jungle and that was a great education. So I think just getting out there, hands on, learning to survive teaches you a lot.”

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Richard Branson is a British businessman and entrepreneur, the founder of the Virgin Group. Since his birth on July 18, 1950, he has had a profound impact on the global business community with his unique business philosophy and innovative spirit. more

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