In this episode of Beyond the Boardroom with Aleksandra King, I sit down with Michelle Niziol, a powerhouse entrepreneur who was fired in Week 1 of The Apprentice UK-but has since built a business empire. While others might have seen an early exit as a failure, Michelle turned it into fuel for success, proving that resilience, strategy, and self-belief can take you further than any TV competition.
🔥 What we discuss in this episode:
1. What REALLY happens behind the scenes of …
Gene Folkes vs Donald Trump: Inside The Apprentice USA Showdown
What happens when you clash with Donald Trump on *The Apprentice USA*? Gene Folkes found out the hard way. In this episode, Aleksandra sits down with the former reality TV star, military veteran, and entrepreneur to unpack what really went on behind the cameras, the brutal boardroom moment that sparked headlines, and how it shaped his path in business and life.
Gene’s story goes far beyond TV drama. From his mili…
Mark Wright: Fame, Rejection & Reinventing Yourself
What does it take to bounce back when the world thinks it’s already seen your story? In this Part 2 episode, Aleksandra continues her deep conversation with Mark Wright — reality TV star, entrepreneur, and media personality — to uncover the struggles, reinventions, and personal battles behind the glossy headlines.
From his days on The Apprentice UK to navigating fame, building a business brand, and handling rejection in …
Mark Wright: From The Apprentice UK to Life Beyond Reality TV | Part 1
What really happens after the cameras stop rolling? In this Part 1 episode, Aleksandra sits down with Mark Wright — one of the most talked-about contestants from The Apprentice UK — to reveal the unfiltered truth about reality TV, fame, and what it takes to build a credible business career when the world knows you for a TV moment.
Mark opens up about his journey from national TV exposure to navigating busi…