Screw It, Let's Do It: Lessons In Life (Quick Reads) 
asked by bricktop on November 23, 2006 10:49 PM
Global entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson has built a business empire and made billions, yet is renowned for his approachability, ability to challenge and succeed against the odds. Screw It, Lets Do It reveals the lessons from life that have helped him through his business and personal lifesuch as, believe it can be done and that, if others disagree with you, try and try again until you achieve your goal; or that you must love what you do. These and other lessons, with examples of how he learned them and how hes used them, are included in this stirring and candid look at his lessons from an exceptional life, which will inspire you to make a difference in your own life.
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When I received the book in the post I was a bit disappointed as it wasn't the thickest book (only 106 pages). I decided to read the introduction and I was immediately captivated on Sir Richard's attitude to life. I don't want to give to much away but this book makes you realize the possibilities one has in the world of business or any life situation. As long as you're willing to challenge yourself which Sir Richard has done throughout his life!
reviewed by perfect10 on November 28, 2006 7:38 PM
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This is a great book explaining all the high points of Richard Bransons Life. If you're planning on getting a biography of Richard Branson I would recommend reading that first. I read this book before I read "Losing My Virginity" and it really dulled the suspense. It was like a movie preview that showed too much of the movie, leaving no room for anything unexpected. After reading a detailed biography of Richard Branson you can better understand his mentality and point of view as explained in this book. Overall this book is amazing and very inspirational.
reviewed by daddyadd on November 29, 2006 6:24 AM
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Screw It, Let's Do It is a great, quick read.
I bought this book at my departing airport on a recent trip abroad, and it was a great read on the plane.
The chapters are all fairly short and Branson moves through his life from early childhood to business mogul at a rapid pace. He does a good job illustrating his business lessons through his own experiences.
His lessons are fairly simple: know what you want, work hard at it, don't give up until you get it... all stuff that we claim to already know, but so seldom apply to our own lives.
The most important point that I took from the book is the notion that his success is available to anybody who is willing to put in the same amount of work as he clearly did.
After this book I was hooked on Branson and needed to know more. So I bought his earlier book Losing My Virginity, which is a far more detailed story of his life.
This man is just amazing! I highly recommend this book!
I bought this book at my departing airport on a recent trip abroad, and it was a great read on the plane.
The chapters are all fairly short and Branson moves through his life from early childhood to business mogul at a rapid pace. He does a good job illustrating his business lessons through his own experiences.
His lessons are fairly simple: know what you want, work hard at it, don't give up until you get it... all stuff that we claim to already know, but so seldom apply to our own lives.
The most important point that I took from the book is the notion that his success is available to anybody who is willing to put in the same amount of work as he clearly did.
After this book I was hooked on Branson and needed to know more. So I bought his earlier book Losing My Virginity, which is a far more detailed story of his life.
This man is just amazing! I highly recommend this book!
reviewed by heavymetal on November 29, 2006 6:21 PM
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Not any hype just simple things according to Branson. You gotta love this guy, he just went and did it. The book is only 100 or so pages not really of any success principles just through stories of his life he gives us a glimpse into his philosophy. I liked it and its worth the read.
reviewed by scanner on November 29, 2006 7:18 PM
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This book reads as if SRB was sitting having a drink with you. He comes across sincere, warm, and humble. I appreciate his quirkiness, his candidness, and his incredible vision in business and in individuals.
His lessons in life are not at all intimadating and what he says is nothing new or what we shouldn't already know or at least have heard of; however, it's his delivery that sets him apart and obviously all the mistakes and success he shares - his rawness. I've also read "Losing My Virginity" and was completely in awe of him from beginning to end - indeed an extraordinary life for a most extraordinary, inspiring individual.
The cover I believe appropriately portrays how he comes across inside the pages and hopefully how he is in real life . . . radiant and warm with such a sparkle! He has kind eyes.
His lessons in life are not at all intimadating and what he says is nothing new or what we shouldn't already know or at least have heard of; however, it's his delivery that sets him apart and obviously all the mistakes and success he shares - his rawness. I've also read "Losing My Virginity" and was completely in awe of him from beginning to end - indeed an extraordinary life for a most extraordinary, inspiring individual.
The cover I believe appropriately portrays how he comes across inside the pages and hopefully how he is in real life . . . radiant and warm with such a sparkle! He has kind eyes.
reviewed by vicky123 on November 29, 2006 7:34 PM