Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group, has shared several tips that all entrepreneurs should keep in mind when starting and growing their business.

1. EYES ON
THE PRIZE
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2. ADOPTING THE
LIFESTYLE OF
AN
ENTREPRENER
ISN'T EASY.

3. Long days and periods of
uncertainty mean that it is of
great importance to manage
stress and build up your
willpower. No one knows this
more than Richard Branson,
the Founder of Virgin Group.
What follows are several
pieces of advice he has
shared, that go a long way for
any entrepreneur.

4. DON'T LOSE SIGHT
OF WHAT A
COMPANY IS

5. "COMPANY" COMES FROM THE LATIN
"COMPANIO", WHICH MEANS
"COMPANION".
YOUR COMPANY IS A GROUP OF
PEOPLE.

6. AS AN
ENTREPRENEUR,
YOUR JOB IS TO
LEAD AND
LISTEN TO THEIR
CONCERNS.

7. BE FINANCIALLY
PREPARED

8. BRANSON
SAYS,
"THERE'S A
THIN LINE
BETWEEN
SUCCESS AND
FAILURE."

9. You must make sure
you are financially
ready to weather any
uncertainties that may
come your way.

10. NEVER STOP
LEARNING

11. EVERY DAY IS
AN
OPPORTUNITY
TO WORK AND
EVOLVE.

12. Don't let yourself
stagnate. Seek new
experiences, read
often, and listen to
others. You never
know when what you
learn will get you past
your next obstacle.

13. SET
GOALS

14. NEVER BE WITHOUT
DIRECTION. HAVE A GOAL
AND CHASE IT DOWN.

15. Setting goals and
success go hand in hand.
When you know what
you are working
towards, you can
dedicate your time and
energy to reaching the
next peak.

16. BE
FEARLESS

17. FEAR IS
SOMETHING
THAT NEEDS
TO STAY AT
HOME.

18. Don't be afraid to take leaps and
accept new challenges.
Remember, fear is not prudence.
Always have a plan when going
off the established path.

19. Good luck!