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ProfessionalSingles.com Interviews Nick from the Apprentice
Author : Stephen Scott CEO ProfessionalSingles.com
Recently Professional Singles interviewed Nick Warnock from
NBC's First Series of The Apprentice.
PS.com: Lets talk about you growing up in Bayonne, New Jersey;
how did growing up in a Blue Collar working town prepare you for
your career ahead? Nick: You know, growing up in a Blue Collar
working town was excellent for my future endeavors, especially
The Apprentice. Bayonne is right across from Manhattan on the
Hudson River. People value hard work there; they get up early in
the morning, put in a good days work, and get home to their
families. Growing up there prepared me because nothing comes
easy in this world; you have to work for everything you get.
PS.com: Lets talk abut your move to San Diego. Moving from the
East Coast to the West Coast, what was your experience like at
the University of San Diego, and how did school prepare you for
your future ahead? Nick: San Diego was excellent; I transferred
in from playing College Football at another school. I had a nice
place on the beach, beautiful sand, and nice women lived there.
I started surfing and explored Mexico. I really met some great
friends. I majored in English Literature with an emphasis in
19th Century British Poets. The reason I did this was because I
always considered myself a decent communicator and I didn't
think I was up to par when it came to writing. I read a lot of
books; it really sharpened my writings skills and helped me in
business.
PS.com: When and why did you decide to try out for The
Apprentice? Nick: You know it's a funny story. I was working for
Xerox and Mark Burnett, from the Survivor, had moved into my
territory. I was after him to buy some units. I kept calling his
account, and after a year and a half (never getting the deal)
they said they where doing a show with Donald Trump, and they
said I seemed capable, why not submit a tape and see what
happens. So, they kept making cuts and the next thing you know I
am in Trump Tower in New York City competing against some fine
individuals for the show
PS.com: I remember in one Episode you won your task and you got
to spend 15 minutes with Donald in his suite, what was that
experience like? Nick: It was excellent; we actually got to
spend a lot of time with Mr. Trump. This was before the program
was huge; he was very nice to all of us. With Mr. Trump it was a
great edge to spend time with him. Unlike being voted off an
Island or having other people influence the vote, he essentially
was the decision maker. If you put it in a sales sense, I was
able to influence him. We had common ground because we where
both from the same part of the country. He also liked that I was
making a move on a beautiful Texan!
PS.com: When you made it to the Final Four you had four grueling
interviews from some of the top Executives in the world. Was
there anything you would have done different? Nick: Yes, those
where grueling Interviews. We had just gotten back from
Mar-a-Largo the night before. We had to wake up and didn't
really know what to expect. I wouldn't change a thing. What you
see is what you get. I have been called cocky and arrogant, but
I wouldn't change a thing...Including that thing with Amy, my
behavior in the Board Room, and my antics during the task.
PS.com: Could you talk about Three Elements you walked away with
from the show that benefited your career ahead? Nick:
Confidence, Confidence, Confidence. I was confident before going
there. After logging almost 40 Hours in the Board Room with
Donald Trump; I feel I can hang in the Big Leagues. Financially
I might not be there just yet, with the Forbes, Trumps, and the
Gates. That is something that I am inspiring to do, it keeps me
motivated everyday. Confidence and of course handling the media
in general, people recognize you on the street.
PS.com: Nick, is there any advice you would give potential
Apprentice candidates in the future? Nick: My advice would be
yourself, if you are thinking about holding anything back in
front of those casting people, don't. Just go for it, if they
like you they like you. Not everybody is made to have their
picture broadcasted on Television. Be charismatic, be yourself,
and always have a position on everything. You only have a few
seconds to try and impress these guys, so start strong from
start to finish. When you submit your tapes, if you don't sound
interesting within the first 30 seconds, they will shut it off
and throw it out.
PS.com: Lets talk about you today, what are you currently doing?
Nick: I work with Niche Media which publishes high end Luxury
Magazines. I also have a good speaking business going; I've done
over 31 venues, Nine Universities, and a lot of Corporations. I
am currently working on technology called Book Drive. It will
effectively scan previously distributed books with older
content. I was contacted by the people who where going to launch
this in the United States from my experience on the show.
PS.com: Lets talk about your hobbies and what you do for fun
Nick: I like being social, going to parties and social events. I
think its imperative for Networking Purposes. You never know who
you are going to meet. You have to put yourself in the right
surroundings with Young Professionals, similar to what your site
is currently doing. You want to mix with the right people, you
never know what opportunity might arise, and you can even find
Love. I also enjoy working out, road trips; my favorite city for
vacation is Cabo San Lucas.
PS.com: Where do you see yourself Ten Years from now? Nick: With
what the show has offered me in Entertainment and hosting spots,
there are so many different avenues to look at. Until those
avenues are taken away from me, I am going to explore all of
them. I am 29 and having fun. Sooner or later I will focus on
one; but you know what...why not have fun and enjoy it all?
www.ProfessionalSingles.com
www.nwarnock.com: Nick's Warnock's Personal Website
www.canhenot.com: Nick's Sister's site on Men.
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