
Founder connections
- Richard BransonPublisher endorsementIn the publisher's sample, Branson endorses Simon Squibb's book as a must-read for people serious about becoming entrepreneurs. The endorsement is undated; the sample is from the 2026 Penguin edition.Source
Summary
Simon Squibb writes about finding a direction and turning an idea into a business. The public sample lists sections on starting with few resources, finding people, taking risks, continuing through difficulties and selling a business.
Why read it Our view
Useful for people preparing to start their first business. The book can help frame questions about first steps, resources and risk. This summary uses the public description and contents; it does not claim detailed lessons from chapters outside the sample.