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A Better Way to Implement Mentoring Programs
Formal mentoring programs have become a staple in many organizations, but they often fall short because they tend to make employees feel awkward on both the mentor and mentee side of the relationship. This is not because mentoring is a bad idea, it’s because the existing framework isn’t right.

Are you ready for a Mentor?
What is mentoring? Mentoring is a special relationship between a master and an apprentice. You can find good examples in modern culture: Obiwan Kanobee and Luke Skywalker from Star Wars and Cane (David Carradine) from the old Kung Fu TV series. In centuries past this was the only way to pass on critical knowledge of a craft. The mentor's role was to teach, coach and encourage.

The Makings of a Culinary Master: The Early Years of Wolfgang Puck
Wolfgang Puck’s signature catch phrase is: “Live, love, eat!” For the past 25 years, Puck has been experiencing the sweet taste of success by doing just that. He was ranked 89th on Forbes’ Top 100 Celebrities in 2006 and has created an empire worth almost $500 million, which includes everything from restaurants to catering to frozen foods to kitchenware. If this weren’t enough to establish Puck as an icon in the culinary world, he is also the host of his own weekly cooking show and has released several cookbooks.

Lesson #2: Become An Expert
Whether it was sewing lessons from his grandmother, shopping trips with his mother or an apprenticeship with the esteemed coat manufacturer Dan Millstein in the New York fashion district, Klein knew that if he was going to succeed in the fashion business, he was going to have to take advantage of every single learning opportunity that presented itself. Known for his dedication to his craft, Klein often sacrificed much of his personal live to improve his skills and increase his chances of succeeding professionally.
Lesson #5: Go With Your Gut
“Experience taught me a few things,” says Trump. “One is to listen to your gut, no matter how good something sounds on paper.”
Lesson #5: Build a Great Team
“Good employees will energize you and your business,” says Stewart. With over 650 people working for MSLO, Stewart has become a bonafide expert in the realm of human resources. Some have been with her from the very beginning and some have joined along the way, but all of Stewart’s employees share the talent, energy, passion and optimism that Stewart herself has for her businesses.
Lesson #1: Learn For Life
“If a man empties his purse into his head, no man can take it away from him,” said Franklin. “An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.”

Be Positive, But Realistic
Positive thinking is essential to success, yet so many people just don't have the persistence required to make it work for them. The reality is, most overnight success stories are no such thing. Just because you've heard of someone for the first time doesn't mean they haven't been working for 20 or 30 years or more to get where they are.

The More You Learn the More You Realize What You Dont Know
Sometimes we are so zealous to become successful that we forget about what is significant. The background for success should include some intrinsic values as well as monetary values. We should be aware of our culture and other cultures, our history and their history, and not live in what has been termed "a cultural vacuum." Someone once said that not knowing history was like being a leaf that didn't know it was part of a tree. That's an interesting visual and it applies to many people. We are individually responsible for our education, and that means whether you're in school or not.

Managing Difficult People
One of the biggest challenges candidates face on The Apprentice is managing difficult teammates. Even the most talented of project managers often struggles when he or she has to lead individuals who are disliked or disruptive. It drains energy from the rest of the group and it can make the work environment a divisive one.
Never Quit: A Lesson from The Apprentice
I was shocked after a recent task on The Apprentice, when a candidate resigned instead of taking her chances in the boardroom. After having a tough time as project manager - and knowing her teammates certainly didn’t like her - Michelle threw in the towel and quit.
An Apprentice Lesson in Leadership
Recently on The Apprentice, I had to ask a member of the winning team Kinetic to volunteer to go to the losing team, Arrow.
Keep It Short, Quick, Crisp and Clean
I’ve often said that business is a relay race. All team members must be fast, focused, and able to coordinate with each other. Each member has to know how to run with and pass the baton. No runner can lag behind or the entire team will suffer.
Experience vs. Education
I talk a lot about education because I think a good college education can really take you far in life. At the same time, however, some people are incredibly book smart but are clueless when they deal with the real world. Others are street smart but can’t handle anything other than what they’re accustomed to.
When to Listen
I always ask other people what they think. Whether it’s in my real-life boardroom when I’m making a multi-million dollar business decision or whether it’s on the set of The Apprentice in my famous boardroom, I like to know what people think. After all, I surround myself with talented advisors for that very reason. I value their opinions and want to hear them. But that doesn’t mean I always do what they say.

Office Romances
This season on The Apprentice, two of the candidates - Tim and Nicole - had what I guess you would call “an office romance.” The romance ended up hurting Tim because he couldn’t figure out if his loyalties were to Nicole or to his team. Plus he couldn’t really concentrate on what he was doing.
Prescience
Years ago, when reality shows first hit the television industry, I had been approached many times to appear in one. I refused all the offers, although a few were tempting. I just didn’t feel it was the right time or right venue for me. Then, after I’d refused all the offers, Mark Burnett approached me with his idea for The Apprentice and I just knew it was right. It had an educational subtext, the concept was solid, and sure enough, we had a solid hit on our hands.

Be Thorough
There’s really no such thing as knowing too much about what you’re doing.
If You're Fired...
Have you ever been fired? No one likes to think about it but, unfortunately, with today’s economy and faltering job market, it certainly can be a strong possibility for anyone in any field.
The First Apprentice: Great Managers Work For the Team
It's been almost five years since that first season of The Apprentice appeared on television. The first winner was a young man named Bill Rancic, who has gone on to be a best-selling author, a guest advisor on The Apprentice, a public speaker and the host of his own reality show on the A&E Network.
A New Year's Observation
It takes all kinds. That’s something we’ve noticed in the past year in the news, with Bernard Madoff topping it off. We have a saying in construction when the structure of a building is completed--a ‘topping off party’ to signify the top floor has been put in place. Somehow, the past year got its own topping off party but not in the best sense.
Sales and Marketing is 24/7
Last week there was an article on Forbes.com titled Genuine Business Lessons from Donald Trump by Shaun Rein, who is the founder and managing director of the China Market Research Group. He writes for Forbes on strategy, leadership and marketing, and I found his insights to be right on.
Why Professional Experience Hinges on Personal Value
The personal value attached to the people you do business with directly affects your professional experience. Treating others with the same respect and dignity you’d expect isn’t the bench mark in business. Try treating complete strangers as though they were your closest friends and you’ll immediately become valuable to them.

Wherever You Go, Networking Makes You Grow
There's a reason referral networking has become a marketing strategy worldwide: It works.

Work From Home: Can You Copy Success?
Are you striving to improve yourself, your job, or profession? Copying an expert is a marvelous way to master the detailed ins and outs of any new job or profession. And who better to model yourself after than someone with proven success?

What can the Apprentice teach us?
So, were you, like me gripped to the Apprentice final on Sunday night? I don’t know about you, but I was routing for Kate who I thought developed the best product and executed better than Yasmina. Why then, did Yasmina emerge as the ultimate winner?
Top 10 Tips for "Team Building" Success
The Apprentice television show revolves around the premise that a stable of young talent is trying to get a job with Donald Trump. In their endeavors they are challenged with weekly assignments. Be a leader. Sell product. Manage people. Ultimately, their goal is to win. But along the way the most successful candidates also learn something else. And that is without a team, your personal success is limited at best.
How to Save Money for Beginners
Many people are struggling financially because each week they find that their pay magically disappears. Good news! I have found a way of stopping this and it works! Well, it works for my two teenagers, I have only just set mine up, and it seems to be working so far.
The Apprentice Youre Hired
So who did Sir Alan hire? Surprized?
The Apprentice - The Dreaded Interviews
Be warned – this posting reveals who has been ‘fired’ from the eleventh episode and the rest of the post is only my observation and opinion based upon 60 minutes of edited TV, nothing more.
The Apprentice - The Fired Duo
Be warned – this posting reveals who has been ‘fired’ from the seventh episode and the rest of the post is only my observation and opinion based upon 60 minutes of edited TV, nothing more.
Apprentice - What an utter shambles
Be warned – this posting reveals who has been ‘fired’ from the sixth episode and the rest of the post is only my observation and opinion based upon 60 minutes of edited TV, nothing more.
We All Have Strengths
Be warned – this posting reveals who has been ‘fired’ from the forth episode and the rest of the post is only my observation and opinion based upon 60 minutes of edited TV, nothing more.
Pose and Smile – You Are On The Apprentice
Be warned – this posting reveals who has been ‘fired’ from the forth episode and the rest of the post is only my observation and opinion based upon 60 minutes of edited TV, nothing more.
The Future of Business Is It Getting Personal
Given its popularity, we’re sure many of you have seen “The Apprentice” on NBC or at least heard about it. We loved it. Being in the business of business, we were downright addicted from the very first show —and never missed a single episode. It was edgy and slick. It was bold and boastful. It was visceral and shiny! We bought the “gold” lock, stock and barrel.
The Apprentice - What A Difference A Week Makes…
Be warned – this posting reveals who has been ‘fired’ from the second episode and the rest of the post is only my observation and opinion based upon 60 minutes of edited TV, nothing more.
Product Maps
Having a "path" for your clients and customers to follow can make an incredible difference in your business. The best way to understand this concept and put it into practice for yourself is to be a student of others. The most successful entrepreneurs that we all know, respect and envy do just that!
“APPRENTICE” OPENING: Internet Marketing
Before universities and educational institutions, a scholar would take on a student who would be unobtrusive and helpful who’d learn from observing. And as they got better and better, they would start doing their own projects and have the wisdom and guidance of their mentor right to help them.

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If Its Good Enough For Big Business Its Even Better For Small Business
Watch the Apprentice and you’ll see Donald Trump joint venturing with a number of other partners.

Styles of Leadership
I think the candidates on last season's The Apprentice were the best we have had so far. They were intelligent and resourceful, and most of them possessed strong leadership skills.

Managing Difficult People
One of the biggest challenges candidates face on The Apprentice is managing difficult teammates. Even the most talented of project managers often struggles when he or she has to lead individuals who are disliked or disruptive. It drains energy from the rest of the group and it can make the work environment a divisive one.
Never Quit: A Lesson from The Apprentice
I was shocked after a recent task on The Apprentice, when a candidate resigned instead of taking her chances in the boardroom. After having a tough time as project manager - and knowing her teammates certainly didn’t like her - Michelle threw in the towel and quit.
An Apprentice Lesson in Leadership
Recently on The Apprentice, I had to ask a member of the winning team Kinetic to volunteer to go to the losing team, Arrow.
The Bristol Blue Dragons
Dragons Dens and Apprentice style situations are becoming more and more commonplace in business. Clive Hook looks at how he has used them, with great success.
The First Apprentice: Great Managers Work For the Team
It's been almost five years since that first season of The Apprentice appeared on television. The first winner was a young man named Bill Rancic, who has gone on to be a best-selling author, a guest advisor on The Apprentice, a public speaker and the host of his own reality show on the A&E Network.
What can the Apprentice teach us?
So, were you, like me gripped to the Apprentice final on Sunday night? I don’t know about you, but I was routing for Kate who I thought developed the best product and executed better than Yasmina. Why then, did Yasmina emerge as the ultimate winner?
Business Success: Book Smart or Street Smart?
Billionaire-TV celebrity, Donald Trump based his award-winning series The Apprentice on the premise of the nature-versus-nurture debate. Will the ultimate apprentice he selects prove that street smartness triumphs over academic intelligence? That’s where the politics plays out in the challenges and dysfunctional team dynamics. Having business acumen and entrepreneurial spirit, is relevant to a staff as it is to an entrepreneur.
Bored in the Boardroom: Has The Apprentice Lost Its Mojo?
Since its first series launched in 2004, business reality show The Apprentice has boasted of its ability to find ‘Britain’s brightest business hopes’, but over the years the selection of adept candidates with a real voracity for business has morphed into a bunch of overconfident big-shots doing the usual bragging bravado in the people carriers on their way to the new house. Has The Apprentice lost its mojo for more business mavens?
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