Loving something doesn't make it a good investment.
You need to tell people where they stand. If someone's done a good job, you should tell them they've done damn well. But if they haven't, you should take the same attitude.
People have to understand that they're not good at everything.
But it's no good letting your emotions get the better of you.
As a young woman, before I had any money, I went backpacking across India, and I was aware of how gritty it could be.
Running the country is like running one big business.
I don't actually like dogs smelling of anything other than natural dogs.
I'm not looking for hobbies, I'm looking for investments.
I'm always asked about how women get on in the boardroom and my answer is always, 'Never acknowledge that you are a woman. Your gender is not the point.'
I did ballroom dancing at school, but I was atrocious.
I am proud of the fact I would never tamper with my looks. I love the fact I have earned every line and wrinkle.
I don't spend a lot of time worrying about how I look and I don't fall into the trap of judging myself by my appearance.
I look in the mirror and see lines, but I have earned those lines. It has taken me 59 years to get them and I am not losing them now.
I was never good at taking instructions.
When I first started on 'Dragons' Den,' I was under pressure to buy flashy cars and boats but I resisted.
I am a very loyal person and believe that people should be treated fairly in life.
I would have liked children, but I am not all disappointed. I've had a lot of stuff thrown at me in life so I don't dwell on it.
I'm deeply impatient. If I can't park directly in front of somewhere, I go home.
I care a lot about animal welfare and children. Although I don't have children myself.
My friends would say I'm not the person to go to for tea, a cuddle and sympathy, because I can't deliver. But if you want something sorted out and need a champion who will stand by your side, that is me.
