I just got up from the television set to come write this entry, abandoning the program I was watching.
I've been a fan of The Apprentice since the first season. I thought Trump's choice of Bill Rancic as his first apprentice was solid. Since then, the show has had fewer truly qualified contestants.
I thought a new location would be an interesting twist on previous seasons, so I began watching the first episode of The Apprentice Los Angeles.
And I am thoroughly and utterly disgusted with Donald Trump.
Among the 18 contestants, there does appear to be promise.
And there are a few interesting twists this season, such as the project manager of the winning team sitting next to Trump in the boardroom while he fires someone from the losing team.
But there is one new twist that I find repulsive. And it has ruined the show for me.
These incredibly successful people are there for a job interview with The Donald. (Although why anyone who has already succeeded would want to work for Trump is beyond me... I know I wouldn't...)
You would expect them to be treated with some degree of respect whether they win or lose.
Not so.
The winning team gets to enjoy the reward for the task and sleep in a beautiful mansion.
The losing team?
They get to sleep outside IN A TENT!
Yes, a tent.
The kind you would camp out in.
A tent.
Unbelievable.
I was flabbergasted as Trump was sharing the bad news with the losing team.
And I thought to myself, if that were me, I would step forward and say, "Excuse me, Mr. Trump. I am a professional and I am here for a job interview, not to be disgraced and put outside like a dog. As much as thought I wanted to work for you and your organization, if this is how you treat people, I have absolutely no desire to do so any longer. Good day."
Of course, none of them said so. Too bad. They would have made REAL television history and retained their dignity.
I turned to Mary, told her that I was disgusted and that I will not watch this tripe.
And so I am done with season 6 of The Apprentice 30 minutes into the first show.
What do you think?
Has Donald Trump gone too far?
Would you submit to this type of humiliation when you thought you were going for a job interview with Trump?
Combine this with Trump's ongoing immature war of words with Rosie O' Donnell (don't get me started), and I really am beginning to think that these people are all insane.
It's Del.icio.us!
Furl It!
January 7, 2007 10:26 PM
YES!! I totally agree with you! There is no way I would submit to living in a backyard, sleeping in a tent, and showering outside for a PROFESSIONAL "JOB INTERVIEW"! Mmmm...can we smell Mark Burnett's "Survivor" influence or what?!
Like you, I questioned why these people with financially rewarding careers where they are closing "multi-million dollar deals" would even want to work for Trump or anyone else! How about the twist being people who aren't already millionaires?! It's all about the 15 minutes of fame - how sad.
I liked "The Apprentice" the way it was. I don't like any of the twists. The project manager staying the same AND sitting in on the boardroom. WHY?? I will watch next week, but I will probably be doing something else at the same time and missing half of it like I did tonight.
January 7, 2007 10:46 PM
I decided after the trailers that it was demeaning and ridiculous and not worthy of my time. Sure, I could probably learn something but there are better resources. What a waste, reality tv at it's worst. Shame on the Donald.
January 7, 2007 11:24 PM
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January 7, 2007 11:46 PM
i totally agree that the Donald has gone too far. Not only is it cheap and demeaning to treat people in such an undignified manner, but an open window into the mind of egocentric buffoon who revels in demeaning strong people, especially women such as his attacks against Martha and Rosie, all strategically designed to boltster the polls in his favor prior to each season when the reverse has taken place. I stopped watching when he blatantly attacked Martha. Why? Because she actually Trumped him at his own game? At least she knew when to move on. Instead, he continues to bungle his way into TV oblivion with nonsense. Rosie won 7 Grammies. How many has this rich idiot won? Rosie has her faults, but at least she is entertaining and stands up to defend herself against a boorish clown who wants to overdevelop the earth with overrated hotels. I stopped watch Survivor after the first episode for similar reasons. Where is dignity? Please!
January 7, 2007 11:51 PM
I completely agree; as a young man that is aspiring to be a successful businessman in the years to come; seeing this garbage really disgusted me. The show lost its appeal and taste because of this single cheap and horrid idea.
As you pointed out; these people are quite successful and I cannot believe they would just accept being told to live in a tent. Had it been me; I would have quite clearly and told Trump to take his Apprenticeship and stick it up his ass.
I have dignity and pride and there is only so far I am willing to go for something and there is frankly no way I would lower myself to such disgraceful levels for any job. Working for Trump just isn't worth it.
January 8, 2007 12:12 AM
Rosie is a pig and she should go start a lesbian island. Way to go Donald. Ya the tent was off.... BUt the ratings need to come with shock value. Aren't we talking about it?
January 8, 2007 03:03 AM
For me this is all nothing more than show business. When Donald Trump decided to turn his "Profesional job interview" into a TV show, he's already downgraded his integrity and profesionalisme.
Khairul
Malaysia.
January 8, 2007 05:14 AM
Let's see, the Donald is an egotistical sexist pig who doesn't give a %$#^ about people, and I would give the shirt off my back to help a complete stranger cross a street. The Donald is "successful" in most peoples eyes and me, most people would consider to be a failure up to now. Would I trade my "failure" laden life for a life like the Donald's? Not in a million years. Give me living right, being true to my family and wife, giving back without worrying about what I can get out of it and treating all with respect and dignity just because they are fellow creations of God.
January 8, 2007 05:24 AM
I've not seen the US verion of the apprentice, but I'd have to agree this sort of action should be for programs like Big Brother not a program such as the apprentice where I'd guess a high percentage of the viewers are of a professional nature or aspiring entrepreneurs.
I'd give Alan Sugar his dues on the UK version in that he comes across as very honest and straight to the point even if he is a bit harsh, I'd be quite confident that if one of the production staff came up with a similar idea Alan would be dead set against it, I think if anyones lost any dignity on the UK version it's been through their own wrong doing.
Maybe on the next show Donalds going to make the losers eat witchety grubs.
January 8, 2007 07:44 AM
Joel, you are absolutely right! There are two ways to live - on the highest plane, or somewhere below that. Trump, like so many others who are always in the public eye, has chosen to be a role model for boorishness, bullying and conceit, rather than eloquence, helpfulness, and humility. I do not allow him to take up any space in my brain. I'll expose my kids to the values of Sir John Templeton rather than to those of Mr. Trump.
Marty
Edmeston, NY
January 8, 2007 08:43 AM
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January 8, 2007 11:33 AM
I agree totally. MAYBE if you were just fresh out of school and did not have the collective experience of these people would you even consider putting up with this. It is a stupid 'twist' that is obviously a desperate attempt to raise their dropping ratings. The premise if bad and takes away from the original idea of the show.
January 8, 2007 11:37 AM
I didn't think about the 'outside in a tent' angle Joel, though I'm sure these folks were informed that this could be a very humiliating experience. However, I'm done with this program as well (didn't and don't have much time to watch anyway) BUT, since Frank was retained (a totally obnoxious control freak) as opposed to Martin who would be much easier to mold, I have this to say to The Donald: Your Fired!!
January 8, 2007 11:37 AM
Aah, a tent! So that's where he keeps his hair at night. I knew it had an outdoorsy creature feel to it, now we know why.
January 8, 2007 11:46 AM
I think your're looking at it all wrong. It never really was a show to find and "apprentice" for the Donald. It's a show and thats all it ever was. Trump doesn't expect much from the contestants.
January 8, 2007 11:46 AM
I never did like the apprentice from day one. I would rather become a successful entrepreneur using some of his or others techniques but not working for him or anybody else. I figure I can earn jsut as much money being a boss as opposed to working for a boss.
January 8, 2007 11:58 AM
Apprentice is, and always has been, a complete waste of time. It is nothing more or less than a typical network unreality program. Mr. Trump's only accomplishment is his continued enslavery to the media. He is laughable and to be pitied, not scorned.
January 8, 2007 12:07 PM
You can see how low someone wants to crawl to get the cash. Here in Belgium we had a similar show. The guy hiring was somebody who had never made in his life 1 cent profit. He lost almost 75% of his investors money. A few months ago he had to sell his soap bubble firm to get at least some money out of it. But hey on TV everything sells.
January 8, 2007 12:15 PM
Nope. don't agree.
If hired, the new apprentice would be responsible for millions of assets. It's really not that long.If it was 30 below in winter it might be a challenge. One woman was in tears just 'setting up' the tent. I wouldn't want her on my team. I think it is a good challenge to show how they work under pressure. (Spending a few nights in a tent is not that tough)What would the Survival contestants think about living in a tent.Anyone who's been in the military would be in stitches hearing how "tough" these people are being treated.
Trump doesn't need to stroke their egos. He needs to find a candidate he can trust with his life.Someone that will get the job done. No Matter What!
January 8, 2007 12:24 PM
Aside from believing these new "twists" to be ludicrous, it does however make me think about the individuals themselves who didn't/don't just walk away. Doesn't say much for what they think they're own success is worth.
January 8, 2007 12:26 PM
The tent thing is too much but it's all about the ratings. I don't have time to watch the show so I don't really care about it per se. I still like the Donald, though.
January 8, 2007 12:30 PM
I totally agree with you about "the Donald". Although I stopped watching him after he went off on Martha Stewart like a spoiled child who didn't want to share his candy. His diatribe against Rosie is so telling of the arrogant snob he is, just amazing! Talk about a childish bully. He won't shut up. I think that a lot of his claptrap is to drum up interest in his show. The man will stop at nothing. As Rosie said, "He is like an Everready bunny with a bad combover".
But my favorite audacity, was this jerk on Larry King while enroute to his manse in Florida, switching from his rant on Rosie to, in the same breath attempting to put himself in a good light by talking about how he had a group of wounded Irag veterans down to golden mansion. How nice is that, bring guys who have sacrificed body parts down to show them how you live in luxury. The Pompous ASSS!
January 8, 2007 12:34 PM
its television, get over it. its just for ratings.
January 8, 2007 12:40 PM
Joel,
I'm with you! I have always seen that side of The Donald and would never work for a such a person regardless if I needed the job or not. He might be a very intellegent man but I think his attitude towards others stinks. Yes, stinks! As far as I'm concerned he should crawl in a hole and pull that tent over him. I have no respect for anyone who treats others in such a manner. The man has no integrity as far as I'm concerned. It repulses me to even watch him. I think he is a very bright man and should be teaching others how to succeed in a professional way. Get real! It's people like him that make us all appreciate you so much, Joel. You are willing to help others succeed and you handle everything in a professional manner. Good for you!!! Rewards will come back to you, many times over The Donald. You, Joel, may I say, are the kind of person anyone would want to learn from. You are the ultimate example of a "Successful person". My hat's off to you. Keep up the great job.
January 8, 2007 12:45 PM
Joel, It's just TV, they were taping for season 3 all the while season 2 was still going on. And the reason I think most constents do these things..well they get pretty famous per say afterwards. Sounds like good marketing to me.
January 8, 2007 12:51 PM
Joel,
I live in N.Y., and I can tell you that most of us view Trump as what he is. A showman. He is a refined "Carny Barker", and that is it. All this dumb stuff with the Rosie O'donnel fued and all, we New Yorkers are too smart for it. We have seen past it and have all along.
That said, I don't think any of the contestants are doing it for anything but the same reasons. These are people who secretly hope to be discovered either here in N.Y., or out in La La Land. It's a kick for them and a chance to be on TV. You have to hand it to Bill though. His job for Trump in Chicago has been a real good play for him, and can only work to further his own business and his career.
January 8, 2007 12:53 PM
Actually I am surprised it took you until the 6th season to realize that this is tripe. All reality shows are a total waste of time. You may want to dump on Donald Trump, but know that he only does this show to promote Donald. He is not even paying the person who is working for his company that wins. The networks are doing that.
I suggest you and everyone else who watches reality television get a new hobby. Waiting through 5 seasons appears to have dulled your sense of reality.
The best reality show is life itself. Turn off the television and just enjoy it to the fullest.
January 8, 2007 12:58 PM
I have read all the posts so far and agree with some parts of each one. The situation with the TV show, is just that. It is a TV show. I have worked in very non-traditional female jobs in my life, as I have a background in chemistry, but I would never let a man put me down as Donald Trump seems to do to anyone.That includes his new apprentices and this childish tirade on Rosie. No one is perfect, but to public try to degrade someone shows no class. When I worked in one company the foul language was rampant, but I spoke up and told everyone to take that talk out of my lab. Now everyone included the President and co-owner of the factory. He just looked at me and said, you are right, and left the lab. Donald is showing no basic work ethics by calling Rosie names. And by the way I never did watch his show.
January 8, 2007 01:03 PM
Joel,
Please don't get me wrong, and as already been stated, but after 6 years you just now come to this realization?
I mean why do you think anyone would participate in any of the 'reality' shows? Because it gives ordinary people, even professionals, a shot at their 15 minutes of fame. Of course that's about how long it lasts.
It's all demeaning and utterly ridiculous. It's probably the reason why I haven't owned or watched television for many, many years.
It's the modern day "opium" for the masses.
"Reality" TV indeed.
John
January 8, 2007 01:06 PM
Hi Joel. I agree with you re;Donald Trump. This man must be very insecure - despite his great fortune - to treat anyone in this manner. When people let it go he obviously thinks it is allowed to behave this way.
I am reminded of a similar occurence that happened to me many years ago, but I didn't accept it. I worked in a large office with about twenty other women, and the company manager just shouted "hey" when he wanted someone. He was such a big booming man everyone was afraid of him.
Well, the day came when he shouted "hey" at me - me a young sixteen yearold with a lot of dignity! When he shouted again I began to look under my desk. Of course he asked what I was looking for, so I told him that I was looking for the dog he was calling! He went very red and ordered me into his office. I told him I didn't answer to "hey" that my name was Margaret.
When he sent me back to my desk he said he had called me to tell me that he had approved a pay rise for me!
But he always called me Margaret from then on.
Maybe people are too easy going these days. I believe that when we relax the rules and laws of decency and respect, we slowly erode the fabric of life.
And then we compound it by calling it "Progress".
A Eastern Politition, I forget who, was once asked what he thought of western civilisation, he said he thought it was a good idea!
I'm inclined to agree with him!
January 8, 2007 01:26 PM
Yeah Joel,
I'd go back to my nice cosy home to sleep. But then again I would not have been at an interview with Trump. I haven't seen the new series. I have barely seen an episode or two of the apprentice. Trump has always given me the creeps.
January 8, 2007 02:04 PM
The amazing thing is that any one of these "contestants" could have made a name for themselves by standing up against this and FIRING Donald Trump right there and on the spot! Of course, that would have been edited from the show, but still would make for a great story. :-)
January 8, 2007 02:08 PM
DISCLAIMER: I have never watched the show but ...
my take on it is that this is not a Professional Job Interview but a reality show. As I understand the genre, intended to embarass the participants for our viewing pleasure.
January 8, 2007 02:12 PM
Trump is nothing but a big
egocentric and manipulative
boor. Always has been, always will be. He survives
on chutzpah, not class. And
if the truth be known, most
of the people in his employ
would be happy to drop him from the roof of his tallest building.Only the
papparazzi would miss him.
January 8, 2007 02:24 PM
Hi Joel,
I too have stopped watching "Trumps Show" but I think he has a serious problem
caused by his first love affair....I am of course referring to his love affair with himself...
What an egotistical twit???
Paul
January 8, 2007 02:49 PM
Guys...it's TV!!!! It's all about the money and the ratings. It's not about a job interview. Anyone who is that caught up in the situation really needs to get a life. You have entirely too much free time on your hands and should find something better to do...like turning off the TV and spending some quality time with your spouse and children. Life is far too short to waste it in front of the TV every night.
January 8, 2007 02:54 PM
Joel:
Isn't democracy wonderful! If you don't like what you see on TV, you can just change channels or better yet, turn it off and do something else. I have never liked game shows much and reality TV is just another game show, but like any marketing, through ratings or what web gurus tell you testing and finding out what people want then giving it to them is how to be successful. It continues to amaze me what people will do for a buck!
January 8, 2007 03:20 PM
Mr. Trump is being very unprofessional in his treatment of the applicants for the position of apprentice. He is showing a lack of respect for others.
I have found that when a person shows poor behavior toward another, that I should not become involved with that person; afterall, the behavior that they put out toward others, will sooner or later be put out toward me.
Character is character, and it rarely discriminates. Some have it and some don't. Mr. Trump is showing his own deficiency in that trait.
January 8, 2007 03:25 PM
LOL, OK folks - you sound way too serious!! After all it's just a 'show'..? (remember... entertainment..?) ;-)
Now, I haven't seen the episode yet, but I mean, what's wrong with a tent?? Haven't you people ever been camping? I thought that would be fun!
Actually I do enjoy watching The Apprentice because there are some things in there that you can pick up and learn from. I do enjoy Donald's quick recap of the lesson. The thing about Donald is that he can push people - not negatively or positively - but he can get people to do stuff and they'll do it faster & more effective for him than they would (maybe) for them selves. The guys got energy and he can motivate people. I can understand that not everybody likes to have somebody pushing them etc, but hey it's all cool, whatever way suites you. There isn't ONE correct way of achieving something, there are lots of routes to success... peace!
January 8, 2007 03:44 PM
I agree with those who say Trump is disrespectful of others---his head has gotten too big and I think he needs to be replaced.
January 8, 2007 03:50 PM
Hello Joel,
I agree with you.I know that it's TV and theey are trying to get ratings but do you have to demean people to accomplish that goal?I've always thought it was easier to tear some one down than it is to bring them up.And this just proves my theory correct.Well guess I'll have to find something else to do in that tim slot.
January 8, 2007 04:27 PM
Awe come on folks. Surviver is one of the most watched shows and we don't complain about that. This should make the losing team work harder and think more wisely. They still had beer and food. Some of them were complaining because they couldn't go swimming. That shows that their not focused.
January 8, 2007 04:57 PM
Wake up Joel. You are a marketer and must know that the only reason Trump produces his drivel is to make a wad of cash. There is no redeeming social value associated with his kind of show. The only saving grace is that it gives some of us insight into the makeup of the market we are trying to sell into. People who watch that crap are generally mindless robots who are swayed by sensationalism and humiliation. So, if you want to make a pile of cash, super-hype a product and aim it at that crowd. If I had known you spent valuable time viewing a show like The Apprentice, I would never have given you enough credence to send you money for your products. Thankfully, you've seen the light and the error of your ways. Your next assignment, should you choose to accept it, and assuming you are guilty of it, is to lose the other so-called reality shows that purport to reflect the lives and efforts of logical, reasoning people. American TV is the biggest wasteland for small minds that exists anywhere. Comic books are better than what you can get on TV because, at least they usually carry a moral in their story line. There is a shrinking pool of intelligence in this country and even that is at risk of being eroded by the constant pap spewed by the production companies and sponsors. Come on, America, wake up and smell the roses! We are on a decline that is precipitated by this imaginary reality created from the garbage of weak minds. Turn it off!
January 8, 2007 05:15 PM
i would takle him and dress him up as NAPOLEON.
its amazing what guilt does to the human psyche,
money motivation is great yet being human reminds you of mothers homebaked cookies
GRAVITy
its all about power
when we have it all
we want to be the simple
man
anyways
i will never use your product yet i am a writer
and if you know anywhere i can get paid for writting columns it would be valuable, i have been searching the net for months
and realized that we all have our destiny
i had to talk to someone
your fellow human being
jimmy
January 8, 2007 05:23 PM
Doesn't anyone else get it? One of those "losers" should specifically state what Joel has detailed, namely "Mr. Trump, with all due respect, I am a successful business person and will not waste your or my time with these humiliating frat boy pranks by sleeping in that tent. You know who I am, my record stands for itself. You know how to contact me if you would like to further discuss a business arrangement. Good Day". And then that person should LEAVE. If the Donald had any business sense at all, he would recognize a true negotiator and at the end of the season, announce that that person is "hired" even in absentia. Now THAT would make for good TV!
January 8, 2007 05:44 PM
I couldn't agree with you more. Less Donald and more real tv would be great! I left the show less than 3 minutes into it when I saw Mr. Repulsive get out of his Bently and kiss his child bride and infant. Enough nausea for me thanks!
January 8, 2007 05:47 PM
Isn't this the symbolism of a country that glorifies only the winner in almost everything?
January 8, 2007 05:53 PM
Your little rant makes you sound even more pompous than Mr. Trump, which isn't easy. Congratulations!
January 8, 2007 06:07 PM
Hey, Joel - forget the tent, how about how "the Donald" exploits his new wife and baby son (you missed it at the end of the show, kissy kissy baby face and then Donald shouted his final mesages to the cameras.....I wonder if they are getting paid by the network for their cameo appearances at his side? Does this make him look more "user friendly"? Hoepfully, Ivanka is also getting paid well to be Daddy's little echo!
January 8, 2007 06:31 PM
I agree that this shows disrespect for the players, but remember this is a game for them, not a true interview. Many of them would love to win, but even losing in this game would be worth the journey. They all get there 15 minutes of fame and then some. Personally I would enjoy the whole process, but I would rather come in second place then win the game. Who wants to spend a year with the guy, 16 weeks would be enough.
January 8, 2007 07:19 PM
All i can say it, if the first season was that good, and now the show getting bad to worse. It shows one thing, either they are run out of idea or Donald Trump need to be replaced?.
January 8, 2007 07:58 PM
Joel,
It's all about conditioning the American Sheeple. Teaching them to be subjective to any authoritive figure. I watch very little TV and will never allow D. Trump in my living room.
January 8, 2007 09:13 PM
I wached the first ten minutes of his first show and I changed the chanel and never saw any more of it. I thought it was just a bunch of trash.
January 8, 2007 09:25 PM
I wached the first ten minutes of his first show and I changed the chanel and never saw any more of it. I thought it was just a bunch of trash.
January 9, 2007 01:43 AM
Hi Joel
I just wanted to put my two cent in about your comment. I've never seen the show so I can't make an honest comment about it, I'm just not a big fan of reality television however I will say this.
I've lived in New York City all my life so we've been more exposed to the Donald and his exploits than anyone else and he doesn't strike me as someone that would humiliate a person that way. I believe, the producers of the show write this into the script to boost ratings and peak viewer interest.
January 9, 2007 05:11 AM
Joel,
I am with you! I would not be humiliated or degrated from the Donald for anything if I were successful or not. This man will do anything for money and fame. I used to watch the show as well but stopped after the third episode because it became worse and worse.
January 9, 2007 05:11 AM
Joel,
I am with you! I would not be humiliated or degrated from the Donald for anything if I were successful or not. This man will do anything for money and fame. I used to watch the show as well but stopped after the third episode because it became worse and worse.
January 9, 2007 08:32 AM
Hi Joel,
Yes I'd fire him too.
But a man like that as rude and rich and famous as he may be, will stand before the JUDGE just like the poor man.
Money isn't everything (however it's good to have no debts).
Happiness and joy in ones heart comes from knowing the real purpose in life. And that is to know God and Jesus and to know we have no condemnation for our many past sins.
Donald hasn't found Him yet or he wouldn't treat people that way.
PRAY FOR HIM
best regards
Jens
January 9, 2007 10:01 AM
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The Apprentice, and how sleeping in a tent can affect your career
The last edition off the apprentice made me angry.
Why? Because I am too sensitive? No because I have a lot of reasons.
When I saw how highly educated, intelligent people are treated in a unacceptable
manner, punished to sleep in a tent only because they didn’t pass some questionable
tests made me think what is more important in life, the money or the dignity.
I agree with the fact that the winner takes all and the looser stays small, but how
small ? Beyond or maybe better, under the limit of the human dignity?
Because everything has a limit, but the touching or even the scrapping the surface
of the limit of human dignity is low. Very low.
So I must go back to the roots. Who is the judge? I know he is a rich person who
got riches from his housing businesses. He have everything he needs, a fat bank
account, a flourishing business, a young beautiful wife, his own hair as he had
advertised himself everywhere. But eventually these weren’t enough for him.
He made the Apprentice. The show. At the first glance it seems to be something good,
helping young people to achieve their goals. But the real reason came out to the surface
as the oil above the water. This is not about helping people. This is about showing himself,
and proving to the world that he is a better and more powerful man than anybody else.
He not only recompenses the winners but he punishes the losers. Like God.
He has a sudden or maybe well planed urge to be bad, to see people suffering.
They say that people who have an affinity for big, oversized things (big cars etc.),
just compensate because of the size of their toy, but it is hard to understand why a
successful guy like D.T. rejoice if he can torture innocent people who enter in his
advertising game with big hopes.
These young individuals went there to achieve something, to prove to the world and
themselves that they have the knowledge, the will, and the innovative ideas, for a
well-deserved success. They didn’t go there to be humiliated in public.
Think very well to the consequences.
You can say: Why it is that such a big issue? It is so bad to sleep in a tent?
No, it’s not, but you must take in the calculus the fact that is a public punishment,
and they who suffer the above mentioned treatment are highly qualified people
who eventually will become leaders, it is not funny at all.
What a good leader must have beyond everything else is a good reputation.
This tent thing destroys the reputation of a leader. Just think about that.
They will be labelled as the guys who slept in a tent; punished by the great D.T.
Everybody will ask: Who is that guy?
The answer will be:
Oh, he is the wannabe Apprentice who slept in a tent! Ha, Ha!
Everybody have a skeleton in his cupboard, but these kind of skeletons
jump out when are less expected, hit you hard in your dignity, and can affect your career.
Sincerely,
Kalmar Emeric
January 9, 2007 06:30 PM
I agree with you, Joel. This is "modern" TV and these reality shows are all C**p. What a waste of time. The Trump has no control over the show. It is the producers and writers who are leading everyone by the nose. Trump's outrageous behavior is offensive and some jerks will love it. I personally would NEVER stand for abuse of ANY kind. New people on television will take it. Hey! Look ma, I'm on TV! Sorry, Joel, you have been sucked in. I personally know these so-called "reality shows" are carefully staged and controlled. The only reality is the audience.
January 10, 2007 01:32 PM
I live in Switzerland and have not seen the show. But i have watched a lot of so- called "reality shows". They are NEVER reality, never. As stated already by Sara Howard all is planned, organized, controlled. Participants know what is going to happen. Not so the audience. I don't feel sorry for the participants. They are searching publicity and if they wish they are free to walk out of the scene! I don't like this kind of going public.
Just switch of the TV!
The positive thing about this story is that you got many many comments to your website. It's all about marketing. And I have heard that you are one of the best marketers! And you get a lot of traffic to your sites..! Smile, smile. Keep on your fantastic work.
January 10, 2007 01:33 PM
I live in Switzerland and have not seen the show. But i have watched a lot of so- called "reality shows". They are NEVER reality, never. As stated already by Sara Howard all is planned, organized, controlled. Participants know what is going to happen. Not so the audience. I don't feel sorry for the participants. They are searching publicity and if they wish they are free to walk out of the scene! I don't like this kind of going public.
Just switch of the TV!
The positive thing about this story is that you got many many comments to your website. It's all about marketing. And I have heard that you are one of the best marketers! And you get a lot of traffic to your sites..! Smile, smile. Keep on your fantastic work.
January 10, 2007 07:03 PM
I applaud you, Joel, for firing The Donald. However, for me, I have not watched one episode of The Apprentice, nor much other television for the past few years. My reasoning is that I have better use for my time. I prefer not to sit isolated in front of a propaganda box and let my mind waste away with the garbage that is broadcast these days. My father supported our family by working for a network affiliate, and he enjoyed his work, but he warned me years ago never to desire to go into the same line of work. I am glad I followed his advice.
On the tent issue, I have personal experience working for a selfish man who wanted me to sleep in a tent for part of a summer while I worked out of town (it's a long story about the work I did), but my point is that I told him I would not, and he grudgingly gave in and paid for a motel room, and later an RV space. People need to have dignity to stand up for themselves, and realize that it is not the end of the world to stand up to your boss. I appreciate your blog and posts, and the products you supply. Keep up the good work!
January 11, 2007 06:06 PM
I gotta tell you (flame suit on!) that I like the tent thing! You guys are really reading MUCH too much into this. For starters it makes for TV that will suck a majority (not all) of the viewers in. The Donald didn't get where he is by being shy on his marketing.
But the big thing is - it's just TV! Those folks there are probably having a fun time! I don't know if you guys know much about the film industry, but on these reality show things, they just keep the cameras rolling for hours on end, and then they edit out all the stuff that makes them seem that they are having a good time. They do this ad nausium on "Wife Swap" and similar shows. Just about the only reality show were they don't edit to alter context is "Cops", but even then they do some.
I'm actually a little suprised, Joel, that you have read this so wrongly. (Of course saying that you can presume that I think I'm right. And you'd assume correctly.) It's all such a minor deal, it really is. You guys should just "go widit" and just enjoy. But I might be wrong too.
Joel, you're still my favorite net dewd. And - yes - I could be wrong on my take on all of this.
Ciao
January 12, 2007 03:38 AM
Its just show biz!!
Anything for controversy is good for the ratings. You Gurus do it all the time"Is adsense dead" etc, etc. I know you are just trying to make your blog
entertaining, but you and we have more important things to do. Jack
January 15, 2007 11:57 AM
Gone to far? I would not even speak to that idiot much less work for him.
I have a great new idea for Trump and his never ending search for the spotlight. Let him on an episode of Armed and Famous and let some no-star shoot him. I would watch that!
January 16, 2007 06:34 PM
I think this is the worst Apprentice EVER!!! What is Trump thinking, putting professionals in A TENT!!! Honestly, I, too would have left. Even on Survivor the playing field is equal. I have enjoyed every Apprentice so far but am so disappointed with this one. I do not think that allowing the project manager to stay the same is right either. It does not give any one else the chance to shine [or bomb] And I hate that the project manager winner gets to sit next to Trump,,,, yuck,,,, it already looks like Heidi is the winner.. I don't get this strategy.
January 16, 2007 06:44 PM
And another thing. Why get rid of Carolyn and George. They really added to the show. Now we have to bear his KIDS!!!! God. What a Jerk he is.
January 22, 2007 12:05 AM
Can we all say hear hear to Michelle for resigning with dignity.
January 27, 2007 11:23 PM
I have loved The Apprentice since day one - but not this season.! Treating successful people who are now interviewing for a new job with such disrespect is an all time low. Rah, Rah to the woman who quit, she has standards and stuck to them! The Apprentice is not Survivor and should not be trying to act like it. I eagerly waited for the new season of Apprentice but what a disappointment.
January 28, 2007 04:12 PM
Michelle is the only person on the show who has any pride and dignity.....to quit...the Donald has a problem with quitters....I say the sooner you quit a situation that was not properly represented or doomed to fail the better...the Donald should know when to quit.......
January 28, 2007 10:16 PM
Tonight's show was mutiny for Marissa. No one listened.
The LA show is trying too hard. The first Apprentice worked because it was authentic and was representative a business world--who can relate to or even wants to relate to the games being played in these new episodes.
February 8, 2007 12:26 PM
I absolutely agree that Trump has gone too far this time. I used to really enjoy watching The Apprentice but I have been sadly disappointed this season. The candidates, the tasks, having his children in the boardroom and the tents really made this season hideous. I only hope that if there is a next season Trump goes back to NY, gets two different people to be his 'eyes and ears' and expands the tasks beyond sales. Pathetic.