It's Not Rocket Science

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25 Real-Life Lessons to Help Entrepreneurs Start, Grow, and Lead a Successful Business

by Bill Holmes

Publisher
Forbes Books
Publication
Jul 14, 2026
Format
Paperback/Softback
Illustrated
No
Price
19.99
Dimensions
6 x 9 in
ISBN
9798901800188
Pages
358
Age
Adult 18+
Category
Business & EconomicsCareer

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Description

It’s Not Rocket Science delivers twenty-five real-life lessons from entrepreneur Bill Holmes, who grew a £5 billion global enterprise from a small office above a hair salon. This engaging guide shows readers that success is not about complexity but more resilience, adaptability, and clarity of thought. * Learn essential entrepreneurship lessons * Discover specific strategies for growth and market approach * Build resilience and adaptability in a changing world * Avoid costly mistakes through real-world insights * Develop faster communication and decision-making skills With wit and wisdom from forty years in business, Holmes proves that challenges become opportunities when approached with the right mindset. It’s Not Rocket Science is a must-read for entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals ready to thrive in today’s dynamic business world.

Awards & Endorsements

Sir Richard Branson Founder, Virgin Group
"I’ve been fortunate enough to get to know Bill over the years. I love startup entrepreneurs, particularly British ones, who build companies from scratch. Bill has learnt a lot from this experience and many of his pearls of wisdom I agree with and would find useful were I starting a business." 
Dermot O'Leary Host of The X Factor, broadcaster, children's book author
"Bill's story is extraordinary. His is a brilliant tale for anyone who wants to make aa dream a reality."
Martin Johnson CBE Former Captain of England’s 2003 Rugby World Cup-winning team
Any man who has a Star Wars bar at his head office and a hugely successful business is worth listening to. The good thing is, this book is instantly interesting and readable, it's full of sensible, practical advice from a guy who's been there right from the start and is still there now putting it into practice." — Martin Johnson CBE Former Captain of England’s 2003 Rugby World Cup-winning team

Author(s)

Bill Holmes

Bill Holmes

Bill Holmes is a UK entrepreneur who built his business, Radius, from a small office above a hairdressing salon in Holmes Chapel near Manchester into a global company operating across five continents. In his book, It’s Not Rocket Science, Bill reflects on his forty-year career with wit and wisdom, sharing deep insights into the important lessons he has learned along his journey.

The book covers a range of topics across business, communication, and culture, all elaborated with witty anecdotes and real-life examples. These learnings are discussed in a series of twenty-five lessons that trace his journey from the pre-internet era to today’s fast-moving digital and AI-driven world.

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