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You don't have to be a confrontational egotist to host The Apprentice, but it helps

Mike Pollitt | Wednesday 11 May, 2011 14:24

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Inspired by the over-the-top nonsense on show in the debut of The Apprentice series 7 last night, let’s take a look at what the Lord Sugar equivalents in other countries have had to say for themselves over the years. I’m sure it will mostly be some good no nonsense business advice.

“They say I’m the saviour of football in this country. Well, they’re right.“ Terry Serepisos, the Lord Sugar of New Zealand.

“Leave my fucking girlfriend’s dog alone.“ Mark Bouris, the Lord Sugar of Australia.

“Without a doubt I think he is ruthless, he is cynical and he has no integrity. It’s all about publicity and ego. He might dress down. He might wear the jeans and the oul’ shirt and have the oul’ cup of coffee in his hand and all that stuff but that’s all an act. He has a huge ego.“ Bill Cullen, the Lord Sugar of Ireland, about Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary.

“I have a great relationship with the blacks. I’ve always had a great relationship with the blacks.“ Donald Trump, the Lord Sugar of America.

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