Archive View (February 2009)

A worldwide poker champion who is also philanthropic in her efforts, Annie has an unusual flair and combination of talents that make her ideal for The Celebrity Apprentice. Playing professional poker requires cunning, skill, knowledge, patience and daring. Annie Duke, (www.annieduke.com), is one of the world's best. In 2004, Annie won her first World Series of Poker bracelet by beating 234 players in the WSOP $2000 buy-in Omaha Hi/Lo Split. That same year she won $2 million by eliminating 8 of the world's greatest poker legends in the No-Limit Texas Hold'em winner-take-all WSOP Tournament of Champions. Professional poker is a business, one that more...

I selected Andrew Dice Clay to appear on Celebrity Apprentice because he is edgy, smart and successful--and definitely a heavyweight of comedy.  Andrew, (www.andrewdiceclay.com), will tell you that he is proud to be America's most controversial and outrageous comic. Long before shows like South Park and comedians like Dave Chappelle came onto the scene, Andrew shocked his audiences and broke the rules with his never-before-seen brand of no apologies hardcore comedy. Clay doesn't mince words or make excuses. When he released his debut album "DICE" the parental advisory label simply read "Warning: This album is offensive." Clay’s rise to fame was spectacular; he more...

Natalie won the Evian Masters in 2007 and her calendar caused some waves but the only thing on her agenda is excellence--easy when you’re as talented, beautiful and intelligent as she is. Natalie Gulbis, (www.nataliegulbis.com) is one of America's most recognizable professional golfers, both on and off the course. Back on 2001 she attended the University of Arizona where she won three tournaments and became and All-American First Team honoree. The next year Natalie joined the LPGA and broke out in 2005 when she finished third at the Michelob ULTRA Open at Kingsmill and at the State Farm Classic. That year she more...

I am truly excited to have Tom Green join Celebrity Apprentice. Tom is a Talk show host, writer, director, producer, comedian, survivor-Tom has had a go at many things, and very often wins. Tom Green made a name for himself with a public access television talk show that he nurtured and grew into his very own MTV hit show, "The Tom Green Show." After MTV, he returned to his talk-show roots, and to his living room, where he broadcasts "Tom Green's House Tonight." His web-based show is free of FCC regulations and television executives and has become an Internet phenomenon. Hollywood's most more...

I selected Clint Black to appear on Celebrity Apprentice because Clint is not only a gifted musician and songwriter, but he’s a good businessman. He has his own record company and has sold over 20 million albums worldwide. He’s bringing a lot of talent to the boardroom. Becoming a star recording artist requires determination, talent, hard work and, yes, luck. As any successful musician can tell you, it's a lot easier to fall out of the spotlight than it is to climb into it, which is why Clint Black was especially smart to secure his future with the establishment of Equity Music more...

I was on Neal Cavuto’s show yesterday and we were discussing economic conditions and Atlantic City. I stepped down as chairman of the Trump Entertainment Resorts after my offer to buy the company was turned down by the bondholders. I was hoping that I might be able to reverse its fortunes. My holdings there represent substantially less than 1% of my net worth, and I am not involved in management. It has been tough going for awhile and brings to light the timing that is necessary in business to make the right decisions at the right time. These are very tough times more...

While we are constantly hearing in this real estate market, "It's a horrible market for sellers", the truth is, the market may only be unattractive for unreasonable real estate sellers. "Simply stage" your vacant real estate investments.  Add color to the bathrooms with shower curtains, towels and rugs.  Offer an inviting kitchen with some towels, a cookbook and a couple of wine glasses.  A bowl of fake fruit can make a boring countertop look more interesting.  A cafe table and chairs work great in adding depth to a room and a few attractive silk plants can add a much needed splash of more...

Last night I was on the air with Larry King who always has incisive questions. He asked me if Obama was right or wrong to go after these executives with salary caps--and I said he’s absolutely right. Billions of dollars are being given to banks, and once you start using taxpayer money, it’s a whole new ball game. It’s not a game I’m enjoying watching. The banks are trying to shore up their balance sheets. They’re supposed to be loaning out that money and they’re using it for other purposes, so it is a real mess. Everyone wants to blame the United States, more...

The real estate market is such these days that one thing has become apparent: If someone is selling in this market it’s usually because of the 3 D’s: Death, Divorce Debt When the value of property is low, it is common sense not to sell it. You hold onto it until the realty market changes. Therefore it’s common sense to notice that those who are selling are encountering one of the 3 D’s just mentioned. Otherwise, their actions would be nonsensical. It doesn’t take a sixth sense to figure out what is going on. Maybe it’s clearer to me because I’m experienced in real estate and more...