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April 15, 2004 [ view bill's dossier ] [ view kwame's dossier ]
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 Bill and Kwame entered the boardroom. Donald first congratulated them. They were the final two out of over 215,000 candidates. Obviously they were each outstanding. But, Donald said, only one can get the job. Donald asked about Bill and Kwame's very different management styles. Donald said that Kwame's group wondered about his drive. Kwame said that he is just a calm, cool and collected person. Then, Kwame had to defend the fact that he chose Omarosa for his team - early in the draft. Carolyn said it was a risky choice and Kwame couldn't deny it.  George brought up the issue that Kwame may not manage employees and situations closely enough. Carolyn told Bill that his group members thought he was too stressed at times. Bill disagreed and said that he's just intense. Donald asked Bill who the best choice would be. Bill said that he would be the best choice because of his experience, his "entrepreneurial blood," and his superior track record with tasks on the show. Kwame said he really wanted to work for Trump and said that he gave up a lot to try. Donald agreed and said that Kwame gave up so much, it scared him. Donald repeated that both men were outstanding and sent them out so he could confer with his advisors.  George weighed in and said that Kwame was the best choice. He saw Kwame perform under fire and feels that Kwame is a better fit in the Trump organization. Carolyn said Bill was the best choice. She said that Kwame is too laid back while Bill is practical. She felt that Bill was a better fit. With his advisors split, the choice would be up to Donald. Donald asked his assistant to send the men back in.
 Kwame and Bill got up and entered the boardroom. Donald said that the men were each winners, but that he could only choose one. Donald turned to Kwame and said that something was bothering him - big time. He said that Omarosa had lied to Kwame, twice. Donald wanted to know why Kwame didn't fire her. Donald sure would have. Kwame said he didn't know that was an option. Plus, he needed all three people in his group to complete his task.  Donald turned to Bill and said that although Bill may have been a little nervous, he completed his task well. Then Donald spoke the words we've never heard from him before. He said, "Bill, you're hired!" In front of a live studio audience, Donald presented Bill with his first executive decision. For his job with the Trump organization, Bill could oversee the construction of a spectacular new building, Trump International Hotel and Tower in Chicago,  or he could manage an incredible golf course on the edge of the ocean, Trump National Golf Club - Los Angeles. Bill said both jobs were tempting, but that his heart is in Chicago, so he chose Trump International Hotel and Tower in the Windy City. The audience cheered. Trump gave Bill fifteen minutes of free time and then told him to get to work!
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