Wondering what's happened to last season's candidates? We caught up with some of them and here's what they had to say about their Apprentice experience.

BOWIE HOGG

How did appearing on The Apprentice change your life and/or career plans?

I never in my wildest dreams thought something this huge would come from this. I took a huge risk before the show, quitting a career I loved and moving out of my house. It has completely paid off in more ways than I could imagine. I have totally switched careers, I now run the marketing department for National Care Network in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area. I realized that management is what I truly love, and excel in. I probably gained more business experience from this show than I could of during my whole career. I now keep my eyes open a little wider, and explore any opportunity that is available. I am glad to be back to work, and couldn't be happier with where I am in my life.

What were the best and worst things about the experience?

The best thing that has come from this is getting to meet so many new people. I truly love talking with people, and have made more contacts than I can imagine. It is very nice when people come up and tell me how I was robbed, and I kept my respect and reputation during the show. That makes me realize that I have truly stayed true to myself.

The worst is this show can hurt your business reputation. I was known before for my business acumen, and now I am known for a TV show. I have to work away from the TV title, and get back to my business title. It is also rough when people completely judge you just from the short amount of time they have seen you. I also feel like I haven't had a deep conversation with as many people as I would like, because all the talk is about the show. I love really talking with people, and finding out about their lives. Overall the worst is tiny in comparison to the best.

Who, if anyone, from the show do you keep in contact with?

I will honestly say I made some friends for life. Bill and I talk as much as possible, and there is no one I have more faith in. We come from the same type of families with great morals. I also talk with Sam, Heidi, Jessie, and Ereka any chance I get. I was so sad to have to miss Katrina's wedding, and I will visit anyone whose town I am in for business. Even though everyone is a little dysfunctional in there own way, we all have a special bond that cannot be broken. Everyone has huge strengths, and it will be great to see everyone for years to come. I may be nuts, but I truly enjoy everyone from the show. Wow I am way too nice!

In your opinion, what three words best describe Donald Trump?

Creative, Rich, Pompous (In a good way)

What are you up to now?

I have been exploring all kinds of new opportunities. The greatest part that has come from this is my new career, and my dedication to my Texas community. I accepted a position with National Care Network in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, as part of their management team, serving as the Director of Marketing. I never thought my career would take me down this path, but National Care Network truly has that special something. No one can ever truly describe the perfect corporate culture, you can just feel it. Well I have felt it along with our company, and all of our clients. National Care Network truly is amazing, and it is an honor to be serving as part of their management team running their marketing department.

I am also dedicating more time to my wonderful community here in Arlington, TX. I am coaching a youth football team, serving as an advisor for a high school community service group, and actively involved in local politics. I have a feeling that politics will be something that remains in my life forever. It is such a great way to truly make a difference in your community.

What advice can you offer to the new Apprentice candidates?

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