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A few tips about business from Richard Branson
This man knows too many - in fact, he has been successful in almost all endeavors. Now he has the right to mention another event - the successful flight of a private spaceship Virgin America, a private company, which is engaged in space transportation and tourism. Branson has written several books and is a frequent speaker on TV and radio, and now he gives some tips on how to conduct their own business based on their experience.
If possible, work from home
"When I work, I do not like to waste time. On holidays I like to relax a bit, forgetting things. But the working period I have been working from home, without wasting time to go to the office and then another, and vice versa. I prefer to use as a workplace hammock or sofa ».
Locate the "proper time»
"I get up early in the morning - somewhere in the 6.30. After that I'm going to swim, play tennis or do some more exercise. As I said, a great advantage for the job - work from home, do not waste time. Find the optimal time to work, and work more effectively ».
Take breaks in
"In addition, high-grade dine - no need to use in sandwiches as a snack - you need full dinner. I dine qualitatively, taking just a good meal. Also, I drink a lot of tea and coffee ».
Try to be the first in its field
"If you try to do what others consider impossible miscalculated once again the risks, and if all is well, do it. Try to be the first in their field. Remember that people said that to fly through the large ball, inflated with hot air. Nevertheless, we were able to do it, and now people fly into space ».
To calculate the risk, but do not be pessimistic
"In any case, we have to calculate the risks, evaluating the performance of the reality of the case. But do not be pessimistic, because if so, then you probably do not work ».
Do not be a workaholic
"My philosophy is simple 0 we live only once. Live so that you were nice. It is much more interesting than working life, almost without resting. In addition, do what you like. Just do it ».
Make a plan for success
"This applies to the whole of life, and each case in particular. One of the benefits of risk assessment - that you will have a number of alternative points of the plan in case something goes wrong. Also, take a few people who know how to work, and properly distribute responsibilities ».
Rate of loss of time traveling
"One of the advantages of working at home - something that you do not have to waste time getting to work or meeting people that you need away from home. While working at home, you can meet the right people to you at home, and not to waste time traveling to them ».
Delegate responsibilities smaller
"If you have such a possibility, hire a few people to carry out routine work, such as making payments or answer the phone / e-mail».
Spend time with your family
"It is important to spend time with his family - this is especially true for children, who need your love. Public relations - what we need every family, it helps to avoid conflicts ».
If possible, work from home
"When I work, I do not like to waste time. On holidays I like to relax a bit, forgetting things. But the working period I have been working from home, without wasting time to go to the office and then another, and vice versa. I prefer to use as a workplace hammock or sofa ».
Locate the "proper time»
"I get up early in the morning - somewhere in the 6.30. After that I'm going to swim, play tennis or do some more exercise. As I said, a great advantage for the job - work from home, do not waste time. Find the optimal time to work, and work more effectively ».
Take breaks in
"In addition, high-grade dine - no need to use in sandwiches as a snack - you need full dinner. I dine qualitatively, taking just a good meal. Also, I drink a lot of tea and coffee ».
Try to be the first in its field
"If you try to do what others consider impossible miscalculated once again the risks, and if all is well, do it. Try to be the first in their field. Remember that people said that to fly through the large ball, inflated with hot air. Nevertheless, we were able to do it, and now people fly into space ».
To calculate the risk, but do not be pessimistic
"In any case, we have to calculate the risks, evaluating the performance of the reality of the case. But do not be pessimistic, because if so, then you probably do not work ».
Do not be a workaholic
"My philosophy is simple 0 we live only once. Live so that you were nice. It is much more interesting than working life, almost without resting. In addition, do what you like. Just do it ».
Make a plan for success
"This applies to the whole of life, and each case in particular. One of the benefits of risk assessment - that you will have a number of alternative points of the plan in case something goes wrong. Also, take a few people who know how to work, and properly distribute responsibilities ».
Rate of loss of time traveling
"One of the advantages of working at home - something that you do not have to waste time getting to work or meeting people that you need away from home. While working at home, you can meet the right people to you at home, and not to waste time traveling to them ».
Delegate responsibilities smaller
"If you have such a possibility, hire a few people to carry out routine work, such as making payments or answer the phone / e-mail».
Spend time with your family
"It is important to spend time with his family - this is especially true for children, who need your love. Public relations - what we need every family, it helps to avoid conflicts ».
