Sir Richard Branson: What I learned from one of the world's most well-known Billionaires

Join Felix in this one-off solo episode as he takes us through his experience at the exclusive invite-only retreat to Necker Island hosted by Sir Richard Branson in May 2024. Learn what makes Richard Branson such a successful and special entrepreneur, and the key things Felix wants to implement after spending 4 days with one of the world's most successful and high-profile entrepreneurs ever. Episode highlights include: Spirit of "Everything is Possible" - Felix's personal record swim to Mosquito IslandImportance of creating a company culture of connection, belonging and being heard"Don't work in the company, work outside the company". Being in a role that plays on your strengths as a leader, not in the day-to-day operationsWhat to expect on Necker Island - animals, colourful flowers, easy luxury and FUNImportance of small talk & remembering staff and patients' personal details"Do what you think is the right thing". Richard's deep commitment to making the world a better placeNurturing your employees and fast decision-making via the culture of the "cheeky start-up"How each day at the retreat was structuredLetters from influential global shakers casually hung up in the kitchen"Listen, don't talk". Richard's secret weapon - his notebook where he writes all his ideas that came from listening to people.Richard's Branding Genius. Naming his planes, creating an extraordinary personal experience when using his services"Small things are big things." Details count. (eg. Virgin Cruises sell packs of 3 socks in case one goes missing in the laundry... or that all the tables are built so you can dance on them)Virgin's Recruitment Application Process: The 3-minute video and the importance of putting candidates in every-day situations to see their real sideThe importance of asking the right questionsRichard's message for every human