Richard Branson's autobiography "Screw It, Let's Do It" is summarized in 3 sentences: Branson shares stories from his life and career, emphasizing themes of taking bold risks, having fun, and using success to help others rather than solely profiting oneself. He advocates living adventurously and following one's passions, while also valuing family, having respect for others, and making a positive impact through business. The book provides an inside look into Branson's entrepreneurial spirit and thrill-seeking nature that helped him build the Virgin Group into a global brand.

1. SCREW IT, LET’S DO IT
A U T H O R : R I C H A R D B R A N S O N
UNDER THE GUIDANCE OF
DR. S SURESH
PRESENTED BY:
PRATIDHEE PALAK JHA

2. CHAPTERIZATION
CONTENTS
SERIAL
NO.
CHAPTER PAGE NO.
Introduction vii
1 Just Do It! 1
2 Have Fun! 12
3 Be Bold 27
4 Challenge Yourself 39
5 Stand On Your Own Feet 51
6 Live the Moment 58
7 Value Family and Friends 68
8 Have Respect 81
9 Do Some Good 90
Epilogue 103
Index 107

3. INTRODUCTION
• Sir Richard Branson, born on July 19, 1950, is an English
investor, billionaire and businessman. Renowned as the
owner of the Virgin Group that has more than 400
companies under its umbrella, Branson is most famous
for his adventurous lifestyle.
• With a net worth of about $4.9 billion, he was listed by
Forbes as the seventh richest citizen in the UK and
although he’s a billionaire he’s mostly recognized for his
incredible knowledge and philanthropic nature.

4. OBJECTIVE OF THE BOOK
• “Screw It, Let’s Do It” is an amazing account of his
personal experiences and how he handled adversities
he faced throughout his life.
• This book throws some light on his eccentric nature
and his zeal towards life.
• Branson then goes on to qualify these with various
anecdotal stories from his past drawing notice to his
personal, family and business life and how one has
influenced the other.
• Branson writes honestly about his life in this book.

5. BODY
Chapter 1- Just Do It
• “It doesn't matter what's the
challenge is, whether it's business or
personal, if it's something you enjoy,
just do it. You'll be glad you did.”
1. Believe It Can Be Done
2. Have Goals
3. Live Life to Full
4. Never Give Up
5. Prepare Well
6. Have Faith in Yourself
7. Help Each Other
Chapter 2- Have Fun!
• Having fun should be at the core of
your business. Concentrate on having
fun and the money will follow. Make the
goal to have fun and your passion will
drive success.
1. Have Fun, Work Hard and Money Will
Come
2. Don't Waste Time – Grab Your
Chances
3. Have a Positive Outlook On Life
4. When it's Not Fun, Move On

6. Chapter 3- Be Bold
• “Whatever your dream is, go for it.
Always be aware if the risks are too
random or too hard to predict, but
remember, if you opt for a safe life,
you will never know what it's like to
win. Have no regrets, think big and go
for it.”
• Calculate the Risks and Take Them
• Believe in Yourself
• Chase Your Dreams and Goals
• Have No Regrets
• Be Bold
• Keep Your Word
Chapter 4- Challenge Yourself
• “Challenge is the core and mainspring of
all human action. If there's an ocean, we
cross it, a disease, we cure it. If there's a
wrong we right it, a record, we break it.
And if there's a mountain, we climb it.”
• Aim high
• Try New Things
• Always Try
• Challenge Yourself
• 'Challenge is the core and mainspring of
all human action.'

7. Chapter 5- Stand on Your Own Feet
• “There's nothing like being your own boss and making decisions on your terms. Make
sure you stand on your own two feet, rely on yourself and do all you can to make
yourself a stronger, better person.”
• Rely on Yourself
• Chase your Dreams but Live in the Real World.
• Work Together

8. Chapter 6- Live the Moment
“Money is important. But the bottom line
is money is just a means to an end, not
end in itself. And what is going on now is
just as important as what you're planning
for the future.”
• Love Life and Live It To The full
• Enjoy the Moment
• Reflect on your Life
• Make Every Second Count
• Don't Have Regrets
Chapter 7- Value Family and Friends
“We all need a strong support network.
Even though I was taught to stand on
my own feet, without my loyal family
and friends I would be lost.”
• Put the Family and the Team First
• Be Loyal
• Face Problems Head On
• Money is for Making Things Happen
• Pick the Right People and Reward
Talent

9. Chapter 8- Have Respect
• “Be fair in all your dealings. Don't
cheat – but aim to win.”
• “Never do anything if it means you
can't sleep at night.”
• Be Polite and Respectful
• Do the Right Thing
• Keep Your Good Name
• Be Fair in All Your Dealings
• 'Be fair in all your dealings. Don't
- but aim to win.‘
Chapter 9- Do Some Good
• “Business people are in a unique position
to do good and evoke change. Create
the change you want to see and be
genuine i.e. Not just to look good.”
• Change the World, Even if in a Small Way
• Make a Difference and Help Others
• Do No Harm
• Always Think What You Can Do To Help

10. CONCLUSION
• Screw it lets do it really does showcase Branson’s entrepreneurial spirit towards business
and his thrill seeking adventurous nature.
• Through all the stories and lessons Branson has learnt it really does demonstrate his
positive and sometimes impulsive ‘just do it’ attitude. Sometimes you win and
sometimes you lose.
• Be glad when you win, don’t have regrets when you lose.
• Never look back you can’t change the past, just try to learn from it.