He is a mega businessman. He is an adventurer. And he has turned everything they teach you in B-schools on its head. He is Richard Branson. In this video, he expresses his views on several things including entrepreneurship and life. Check it out while you learn how to speak English without hesitation.
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Canvas = The woven cloth on which painters paint their masterpieces, all used to indicate horizons
Once you graduate out of one of the IIMs, the canvas for you becomes really big
IAS gives you a huge canvas to create an impact and leave your imprint on the lives of several people.
Thoroughly = Completely
India were thoroughly defeated in every department of the game in the last match. Australia’s batting, fielding and bowling all were miles ahead of India’s.
Go through this book thoroughly and you will be able to easily clear this exam.
Give it a go = Give it a try
When I went to Rishikesh, a restaurant owner suggested that we should try river rafting. The idea sounded exciting and we decided to give it a go.
Fall flat on your face = Fail misreably
Sometimes, when you try something new, you may fall flat on your face but you should not let that discourage you.
Something to fall back on = A back up, a support
His father is a rich farmer so he has his father’s lands to fall back on even if he loses his job.
Challenge I am set = What I am challenged to do
I am always ready to take on the challenges I am set and want to be on top of them.
You are not welcome = You should leave now, I don’t want you here
The cop who came to my place for verification began asking for money. I told him that he was not welcome there and if he asked for money one more time, I’d expose him on TV channels.
Sail close to the wind = Take a big risk
We were sailing close to the wind last month when we did not have enough money in the bank to pay salaries.
Fascinating = Amazing
Life of Pi is a fascinating movie.
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