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Fifty years after starting his first business, Sir Richard Branson reflects on his journey as an entrepreneur in his new autobiography. He shares the secrets behind transforming his family business from a student magazine into a global brand, and how his childhood dream of private citizens flying to space is now on the verge of reality. Following the narrative from his previous book, this work takes readers on a thrilling ride through Branson's life, detailing how he built 12 billion-dollar businesses and expanded into various sectors, all while balancing family life with his children, Holly and Sam, and nurturing his marriage to Joan. Branson recounts his life on Necker Island and the global expansion of the Virgin brand, offering insights into his encounters with notable figures like Bill Gates, Kate Moss, Nelson Mandela, and Barack Obama. He reveals the behind-the-scenes story of launching Virgin Galactic, the world's first commercial spaceline, and navigating his biggest crisis yet. The narrative also covers his adventurous spirit, marked by world record attempts across land, sea, and air, and his evolution into a loving grandfather. This account showcases how Branson reinvented himself and his brand for the 21st century, continuously pushing boundaries and reaching for the stars. It is a compelling portrayal of the man behind the brand, illustrating how he achieved remarkable success time and again.