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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.

Did I know it was going to be a hit show? No. In fact, I didn’t know the statistics that 95% of all new shows fail, or I might not have done it at all. But once again, that gut instinct just carried me through the doubts and stats, and I can’t say I was terribly surprised that it was successful. I knew it had the right ingredients, but that’s not always a guarantee. I just had a feeling it would work.

Ever said that to yourself? That’s an indication that you are working on the level of a visionary. You can’t always give precise reasons why or why not something will work, but you will somehow know it. That feeling will give you a lot of energy and confidence, even in the face of contradictory indications. Work on developing that instinct! Certain things are inexplicable. 

Donald J. Trump is Chairman of Trump University.

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[-] Posted by member1554929 on 05/23/2007 1:07 PM
Dear Mr. Trump,


Did you see, or hear about the skit that Conan O'brien did concerning

the Trump reality t.v. Series last night: Tuesday, 22 May 2007? Well,

while it was not too flattering, thankfully they stopped just short of

ridicule. Is that what you mean following your by "gut instinct" in the face

of some "rather harsh criticism"? If so, yes sir! I get that all the time!

(Every Day as a matter of fact.) But I have NEVER let such criticism sway

my judgment with regard to doing what I must to get the job done the

way I would like to see the task accomplished!!!!!!!

Thank You, Sir, for allowing me the opportunity to post the messages

I've been able to post thus far, on what I consider to be a genuinely

legitimate (?)Blogsite!


Very Truly Yours,

J. Glen Dale - Florida, U.S.A.
[-] Posted by user89187 on 05/23/2007 1:17 PM
Man do you ever use Big Words. My first instinct is to look them up in the dictionary for meaning and spelling. Then I'll get back to you on those thoughts asap!
[-] Posted by member1563006 on 05/23/2007 2:18 PM
MR Trump,

I think that somehow that inexplicable reason why something will work is more of a "built in/acquired" knowledge of something or a situation that makes us come up with the idea or the vision.

The other day someone I was talking to a young woman who is starting to invest in real estate and she was asking for advice, after talking to her, she asked: "where did you learn all this stuff?"

So I went back to what I said and told her where to retrieve most of the information, but I realized that although I could guide her to the general source of the information, I couldn't exactly tell her where to go read it or experience it.

Someone once said: "knowledge is what's left when you've forgotten everything", maybe this is what both our stories refer to...

Nicolas
www.usatav.com
[-] Posted by member1366890 on 05/23/2007 4:00 PM
And now, something inexplicable different: is coming:-)
Mind tornado.
[-] Posted by airplane_country on 05/23/2007 4:21 PM
You are absolutely right, Mr. Trump. I hope my instincts about the songs I've been writing are as dead on as yours were with The Apprentice. It is a great show, and I hope it will continue to remain on television and doesn't get drug down with NBC. I have written some great songs, including one that mentions The Apprentice and quotes you. It is about not giving up, no matter how tempting it may be. I think I will be a hit, and even if it isn't, I surely hope you will like it.
[-] Posted by member1597445 on 05/23/2007 11:02 PM
One way to get in touch with your instinct is to quiet your mind a few minutes a day. People call it meditation, quietitude. Whatever you call, you must stop at least a few minutes a day to calm your mind and still thought and simply observe the thoughts in your head.

Kiran
http://www.creatingwealthfreedom.com
[-] Posted by Feoh on 05/24/2007 7:07 PM
Prescience: knowledge of things before they exist or happen; foreknowledge; foresight.
This is strikingly similar to clairvoyance:

1. The supernatural power of seeing objects or actions removed in space or time from natural viewing.
2. Quick, intuitive knowledge of things and people; sagacity.
—Synonyms 2. Intuition, penetration, discernment, * vision.*

Congratulations on your accomplishments; may future projects radiate even brighter light!

~Chadh Michael KAIII Ludwig~
[-] Posted by Daniela -Madrid on 05/24/2007 9:23 PM
Mr Trump,
have right, certain things are inexplicable,
like the good feeling of: it*s work! the task at hand
and the timming , hmm, as part of life
some no matter what the problems perspectief balance
blip or?..blip! and focus on the solution.
a quantum leap from prescience to the fine art.
A path example paved already Mr Trump is difficult to copy!
but to develop it, it works!
have a good day,
Daniela
[-] Posted by Mary Rose on 05/25/2007 7:15 AM
I am glad that you did the Apprentice. Loved the show in the beginning but after a while it got a little boring. My Mom always asked me to stop singing as a child, so thought that I had a terrible voice. When people later told me how much they enjoyed my singing, I asked my Mom why she always asked me to stop. She told me that the greatest voice in the world would get tiresome if that was all that she ever heard- and that my voice was far from the greatest in the world. The one thing that you never did on the Apprentice was showcase the incredible lives and talents of your candidates in an up close and personal way- why you picked those people out of all the millions that applied. Always thought that that touch would add a lot to the show.

I am also glad because I discovered/remembered that you were the man that I danced with at Malio's. That started a chain reaction where I discovered that with random comments, a person could change the world. When I told you that you should put your name on a building, told my pediatrician that she should find a way to make money from the HMOs and told my brother-in-law that the reason that people didn't use ATMs more was that the transactions were not posted in real time- those comments and maybe even more stray comments that I still don’t realize- were a catalyst that unleashed destiny.

The tragedy of that is- that I spent most of my life afraid of talking to people- think of all the beautiful things that were never born as a result. Was it prescience or just being open to the urging of God? Think that it is very important to keep yourself pure and keep yourself open to the voice of God, so that miracles can be accomplished on the earth.

Thanks for listening to your own inner voice.
[-] Posted by member1597956 on 05/25/2007 9:17 PM
Mr Trump-

Why did you call Elizabeth "the dumbest woman on television"? Why would you say something like that about another human-being on national TV? What's wrong with you?

The thing is, I know the answer. You are an ego-maniac. You need less Donald Trump and more God in your life! You know, HUMILITY.

Feel free to contact me anytime. My phone is: 847-609-1740 or email: pwhicks50@comcast.net
[-] Posted by bluetopaz on 05/25/2007 10:21 PM
Mr. Trump,
I agree with you wholeheartedly. Sometimes we just need to go on instinct. I'm taking a step in a new direction myself.
Oh yeah, I think it would be nice if you sent Elizabeth flowers for doing such a great job in kicking Rosies a** on national television, that was great!
[-] Posted by user89187 on 05/25/2007 10:54 PM
"Know everything there is to know about your job." Fred Trump Sr.
[-] Posted by DebbieDee on 05/25/2007 11:08 PM
This is about trial and error! And though if this is error, there is a way out to solve it! I depend on performance and not to apathetic spirit! Keep trying and follow through is the key for successful!
[-] Posted by member1597993 on 05/26/2007 1:23 AM
Yeah your right Mr. Trump too bad though that gut instinct didn't help you to sense that you were going to get fired lol or file bankruptcy. Funny Rosie O'Donnell has offers from every major network and you are getting fired and trying to peddle steaks?
[-] Posted by Tom James on 05/28/2007 11:58 AM
Mr. Trump,

I know what you mean. It's like a gut instinct. You have it in business in
spades. I have it in science and technology. Now, my challenge is a little different than yours. You think I could find investors to pay for a patent in exchange for part-ownership in that patent where we are patenting a process to reverse aging? (What does your gut tell you?)
[-] Posted by Rachael Sutton #1253595 on 12/09/2008 11:11 PM
Yes. I know.

Now, back to that risk taking. Your bibs and singing wasn't an extreme risk as much as it was stretching yourself to experience something new, but that is a great way to wake up your creative brain. As a matter of fact, changing your routine or doing something new adds energy. So, if I start a farming operation, are you going to bring your bibs?
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