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Rebel with a Cause: How Leaving School at 15 Led to the Creation of a Magazine
05:11 - 19:26 (14:14)
Leaving school at age 15, Richard Branson set out to make a difference in the world by creating a magazine that addressed important issues of the time, after being inspired by setting up a student advisory center. The center helped people with various problems such as venereal diseases, the gay population, psychiatric advice, and suicidal or mental disorders.
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In this transcript excerpt, the speaker shares a childhood memory of his mother's firm yet loving approach to instilling good manners in her children, including being courteous to others and refraining from speaking ill.
05:11 - 07:11 (01:59)
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In this transcript excerpt, the speaker shares a childhood memory of his mother's firm yet loving approach to instilling good manners in her children, including being courteous to others and refraining from speaking ill.
ChapterRebel with a Cause: How Leaving School at 15 Led to the Creation of a Magazine
EpisodeE203: Richard Branson: How A Dyslexic Drop-out Built A Billion Dollar Empire.
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The desire to move on to the next big thing and prove oneself can stem from a desire to make up for perceived past failures, such as struggling with dyslexia.
07:11 - 09:53 (02:42)
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The desire to move on to the next big thing and prove oneself can stem from a desire to make up for perceived past failures, such as struggling with dyslexia. Lessons learned from a father’s contentment with his career can also inspire a positive outlook on life.
ChapterRebel with a Cause: How Leaving School at 15 Led to the Creation of a Magazine
EpisodeE203: Richard Branson: How A Dyslexic Drop-out Built A Billion Dollar Empire.
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Richard Branson shares his story of going to boarding school as a child, getting expelled, and eventually leaving school at 15 to start a magazine.
09:53 - 13:19 (03:26)
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Richard Branson shares his story of going to boarding school as a child, getting expelled, and eventually leaving school at 15 to start a magazine. He also mentions the opportunities that come with having a learning disability like dyslexia, which can lead to incredible success.
ChapterRebel with a Cause: How Leaving School at 15 Led to the Creation of a Magazine
EpisodeE203: Richard Branson: How A Dyslexic Drop-out Built A Billion Dollar Empire.
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The experience of starting a national magazine for young people can be an invaluable education, exposing individuals to a range of real-world issues and providing them with the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others.
13:19 - 19:26 (06:07)
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The experience of starting a national magazine for young people can be an invaluable education, exposing individuals to a range of real-world issues and providing them with the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others. However, it is important to have a backup plan, such as an education degree, in case the business does not succeed.