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How to own an island
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Monge Malo, the best seller in Spanish language told this story a few days ago. In 1978, Richard Branson (founder of Virgin), to impress his then-girlfriend, pretended to be buying a deserted island. Yeah… just like that. Some vacuum the car, others pretend to buy an island… The island’s price was $6 million. Richard offered $100,000. Just for the laughs and with the intention to have good company under the sheet. The owner counter-offered at $180,000, and Richard ended up acquiring Necker Island. Yeah… just like that. Luck? Of course. Luck always follows those who take action. Those who seek the experience above all else. And those who ask. Especially when the requests are crazy and bold. Action is always better than complaining. Start taking action. Click below.
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