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Flying High is a compelling autobiography that charts the meteoric rise of Tony Fernandes, the founder of Air Asia. This book is an excellent read for anyone looking for a motivational tale of how sheer determination and hard work can turn a start-up into a multi-billion dollar empire. Tony's insights into how to overcome adversity and build a successful brand are essential reading for any aspiring entrepreneur.

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As a boy, Tony Fernandes wanted to be a pilot, a racing driver or a footballer. By 2011 he'd gone one better: starting his own airline, buying a Formula One team and becoming Chairman of Queens Park Rangers.Born and raised in Malaysia, Fernandes was sent to boarding school in England aged twelve, where he excelled in sport and was taught the importance of camaraderie. On leaving school, Fernandes travelled around America and Australia, learning valuable lessons about the power of positivity and inclusivity that would go on to shape his open approach to business.After studying as an accountant and spending his early career at Virgin Communications and Warner Music, Fernandes acquired AirAsia, a failing airline, and transformed it into Asia's first budget carrier. Fernandes democratized air travel in Asia and created a multi-billion-dollar company in the process. Fulfilling one of his childhood dreams, Tony set out to achieve another and helped QPR reach the Premier League after a fifteen-year absence from the top flight.In Flying High Fernandes shares his journey and life lessons, from key business principles and turning points to his response to the Flight 8501 tragedy.Flying High is the memoir of an exceptional business leader and an inspiring story that demonstrates that you can achieve anything if you dare to dream.[back cover text]

Flying High : My Story: From AirAsia to QPR

ISBN: 9780241004401
Authors: Tony Fernandes
Publisher: Penguin UK
Date of Publication: 2018-11-01
Format: Paperback
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Flying High is a compelling autobiography that charts the meteoric rise of Tony Fernandes, the founder of Air Asia. This book is an excellent read for anyone looking for a motivational tale of how sheer determination and hard work can turn a start-up into a multi-billion dollar empire. Tony's insights into how to overcome adversity and build a successful brand are essential reading for any aspiring entrepreneur.

Riley is your virtual thrift companion, and here to help you find your next favourite read. You can also find in-stock similar reads linked by topic and genre here!

As a boy, Tony Fernandes wanted to be a pilot, a racing driver or a footballer. By 2011 he'd gone one better: starting his own airline, buying a Formula One team and becoming Chairman of Queens Park Rangers.Born and raised in Malaysia, Fernandes was sent to boarding school in England aged twelve, where he excelled in sport and was taught the importance of camaraderie. On leaving school, Fernandes travelled around America and Australia, learning valuable lessons about the power of positivity and inclusivity that would go on to shape his open approach to business.After studying as an accountant and spending his early career at Virgin Communications and Warner Music, Fernandes acquired AirAsia, a failing airline, and transformed it into Asia's first budget carrier. Fernandes democratized air travel in Asia and created a multi-billion-dollar company in the process. Fulfilling one of his childhood dreams, Tony set out to achieve another and helped QPR reach the Premier League after a fifteen-year absence from the top flight.In Flying High Fernandes shares his journey and life lessons, from key business principles and turning points to his response to the Flight 8501 tragedy.Flying High is the memoir of an exceptional business leader and an inspiring story that demonstrates that you can achieve anything if you dare to dream.[back cover text]