Five things we learnt from The Apprentice

Episode Five

Let people speak…

Duane refused to listen to his team

Leaving them alienated and demotivated

…even if you don’t agree with them

Do Your Research

Both Tom and Ricky used some great facts about the companies to impress in their pitches

Just make sure your facts are right

Show off your knowledge

Make sure your product stands out

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Highlight the unique selling point

It MUST come across in all your promotional material…

…and advertisements.

Don’t offer more than people can stomach

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The gyms weren’t impressed and didn’t want the extra stuff…even for free!

Tom pointed out that Team Phoenix had too much “special equipment”

Keep your buyer’s wants and needs in mind

Be Good, Be Consistent

What saved Ricky from being fired was his track record

Make yourself known for the good things

Keep these in mind and you shouldn’t end up…

FIRED