Book Hack
Screw Business As UsualBy Richard Branson

In a Nutshell

Richard Branson explains how, by viewing the world's most pressing issues as business problems, we can harness the power and resources of corporations for the greater good.

Favorite Quote

It is important for people in business to recognise that long-term shareholder value is more likely to be created by companies that value their employees, act as good environmental stewards and think long term in general.

Richard Branson

Introduction

Businesses have the power to change the world for the better.

Capitalist ideology has often put the goal of producing profit ahead of the wellbeing of people and the planet.

It's time to reverse that trend and radically change business philosophy to create a powerful force for the betterment of society.

Richard Branson is a famous British businessman, investor, and author.

Along with his business interests in aviation, media, and travel, Branson founded the charity Virgin Unite.

Virgin Unite focuses on helping talented entrepreneurs bring their ideas to life.

First published in 2011, Screw Business As Usual is a Sunday Times Bestseller and Branson's eighth book.

Using a series of anecdotes from his time in business, Branson explains how ethical business not only benefits the planet but also profits.

The book is a rallying cry for change targeted at entrepreneurs and business leaders.

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