Verna Felton

Collen Dixon, Arthur Takeall, Verna Felton (The Apprentice), Bob Davis, C. Kelly Robinson, Bridgette Hollingsworth, Joel Austin, Yolanda Johnson, David Kelly, Lee Bailey, Moses T. Alexander Greene, Reggie Ware (Black Doctors.org) Janet West-Sellars, Eli Harris, Tom Morris, Jr.

Saulsberry, Collen Dixon, Arthur Takeall, Verna Felton (The Apprentice), Bob Davis, C. Kelly Robinson, Bridgette Hollingsworth, Joel Austin, Yolanda Johnson, David Kelly, Lee Bailey, Moses T. Alexander Greene, Reggie Ware (Black Doctors.org) Janet West-Sellars, Eli Harris, Tom Morris, Jr.

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An Interview with Verna Felton

Verna Felton is an accomplished Business Manager and Communications professional.Some of you may be asking: "Who is Verna Felton?Should I know that name?"If you watch the hit NBC TV show, you know that the third installment of The Apprentice, pits college graduates against entrepreneurs with only a high school diploma.The winner of the competition will be granted a job with The Trump Organization and a hefty six-figure salary.With all of that at stake, Verna, a member of the "Book Smarts" team quit the show.That's right, girlfriend quit!

"The Apprentice" premiered Jan. 8, 2004 and immediately became a cultural phenomenon, scoring the highest ratings for any new series introduced throughout the 2003-04 season and outscoring every established series in the key adult 18-49 category except "American Idol."The Apprentice continues to deliver the strongest concentration on primetime network television of upscale viewers in such key categories as adults 18-49 living in homes with incomes of $75,000 and more.

I watch The Apprentice and wondered why Verna walked off the show.I wasn't sure if she let her team down or if she was justified in walking away.I figured that there was more to the story and to Verna than what was portrayed on television.
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The best way to find out what happened with Verna was to go directly to the source.Before I contacted Verna, I checked around and the word on the street was that Verna was intimidating.I didn't get that sense at all.Verna Felton is straightforward, thoughtful and engaging.Verna also impressed me as being very smart and aware of the realities of "reality TV."

Verna Felton grew up learning how to dream.She is goal oriented and her experience on The Apprentice has only strengthened her ability to reach her dreams.Verna has created her own dreams, and enjoys living them every day with her two children and husband.

I thoroughly enjoyed my interview with Verna.Whether you agree with her or not, you know where Verna stands on an issue.What impressed me the most about Verna is that she doesn't make excuses.Verna Felton accepts responsibilities for the decisions that she's made and moves on.The sister has no regrets.

Verna may have quit the show, but she ain't no punk.Today, Verna works for one of the largest technology companies in the world, and is always on the lookout for that next "big" opportunity.If you want to know about the logic that drives this sister's behavior, her views on reality television or just want to be inspired, you must read this interview.
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I want to start off talking and learning about Verna, the married woman with children.Tell me about your background.

Verna: I thank God for blessing me with not only a successful career, but with a happy family life as well.
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Verna: I do still work for Microsoft and have been there for a number of years.Through my experiences I have learned how to move up the corporate ladder, how to be the best at what I do, and how to strive to compete with the top minds in the industry.

BMIA.com: Before you joined the cast of The Apprentice, how did you define success?

Verna: I define success as being able to take care of my family and my life's needs - enjoying each day as it comes.
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Verna: That definition has not changed.
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Verna: I had actually never watched The Apprentice.
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Verna: I decided to move forward with participating on this show because I wanted an opportunity to demonstrate the skills and strength that have made me so successful in life.
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Verna: Yeah, why don't I just do that and break my NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement).
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Verna: I personally do not believe there is conspiracy to make black people look bad on these shows, or to even demonstrate that they don't "fit in." However, I do believe that the producers are trying to play up common stereotypes that make for entertaining TV.
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Verna: During my brief stay on the show I did have a chance to mingle with contestants from both my team (book smarts) as well as the other team (street smarts).
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Verna: This experience has taught me so much.
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Verna: The Apprentice has taught me that so many people wish for something they don't have, and then you finally get it, and only wish to go back to what you had.
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Verna: I had liked Trump.
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Verna: I see "Reality TV' very similar to watching horror movie sequels.Remember the rules?
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Verna: Of course there were things that the viewers missed that made me finally say, "enough is enough."

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Verna Felton - from Donald Trump's The Apprentice
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--Verna Felton

Verna Felton is an accomplished Business Manager and Communications professional.Growing up with 2 older sisters and 1 younger brother, taught her how to work as a team, as well as unique ways to stand out as an individual (to avoid the "middle child" syndrome).She considers herself a resolution specialist and enjoys challenging environments requiring the use both analytical and creative thinking skills.

As a child, her parents sought adventure, moving to various cities and towns in hopes of accomplishing the "American Dream."Although that dream never quite made it to her family's house, Verna has created her own dream, and enjoys living it every day with her two children and adoring husband.

Today, Verna works for one of the largest technology companies in the world, and is always on the lookout for that next "big" opportunity.An entrepreneur at heart, Verna enjoys the excitement of big risks with big payoffs.Friends tell Verna that people often find her intimidating at first, as she tells it like it is.But, you soon come to appreciate her open communications style, finding a genuine person who can make you smile and motivate you at the same time.

Verna, 31, is married with children.She attended Jackson State University where she earned a degree in Business.She began her career in sales, demonstrating exceptional potential by delivering some of the highest figures in the company.

Verna Felton
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" Verna Felton is an accomplished Business Manager and Communications professional.

Fans of The Apprentice 3 reality TV show with Donald Trump will recall Verna Felton.
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When BusinessWeek Online recently caught up with Felton, who is back at work as a business manager at software giant Microsoft (MSFT ), she said she has no regrets -- save one."I do not regret [quitting the show] for a minute," she says, adding that she has been flooded with job offers since the episode aired last week.What Felton does regret is a nondisclosure agreement, which keeps her from talking about exactly why she quit.

Here's a hint, though: It wasn't stress."As far as pressure and stressful work environment, I've done it for the past 10 years," says Felton, obviously alluding to Microsoft, which allowed her to take personal time to appear on the show.

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Verna Felton
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Verna is a 31-year-old business manager from Seattle, Washington.Verna is married with children.She attended Jackson State University where she excelled in academics and athletics.

She began her career in sales, demonstrating exceptional potential by delivering some of the highest figures in the company.Pursuing her passion of Marketing Communications, she began working in the Information Technology field speaking to a variety of groups about the value of technology, and has presented on stage to live audiences of over 15,000 people.Verna is responsible for managing team members in the development of executive communications, website creation, event management, and presentation delivery.Vena earned her MBA in Business Communications, and is now responsible for product management and simultaneously driving large-scale, multi-million dollar projects within the corporation.

Verna Felton, from Donald Trump's The Apprentice
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--Verna Felton

Verna Felton is an accomplished Business Manager and Communications professional.Growing up with 2 older sisters and 1 younger brother, taught her how to work as a team, as well as unique ways to stand out as an individual (to avoid the "middle child" syndrome).She considers herself a resolution specialist and enjoys challenging environments requiring the use both analytical and creative thinking skills. As a child, her parents sought adventure, moving to various cities and towns in hopes of accomplishing the "American Dream."Although that dream never quite made it to her family's house, Verna has created her own dream, and enjoys living it every day with her two children and adoring husband.Today, Verna works for one of the largest technology companies in the world, and is always on the lookout for that next "big" opportunity.An entrepreneur at heart, Verna enjoys the excitement of big risks with big payoffs.Friends tell Verna that people often find her intimidating at first, as she tells it like it is.But, you soon come to appreciate her open communications style, finding a genuine person who can make you smile and motivate you at the same time.Verna, 31, is married with children.She attended Jackson State University where she earned a degree in Business.She began her career in sales, demonstrating exceptional potential by delivering some of the highest figures in the company.

Verna Felton is an accomplished Business Manager and Communications professional.Growing up with 2 older sisters and 1 younger brother, taught her how to work as a team, as well as unique ways to stand out as an individual (to avoid the "middle child" syndrome).She considers herself a resolution specialist and enjoys challenging environments requiring the use both analytical and creative thinking skills.As a child, her parents sought adventure, moving to various cities and towns in hopes of accomplishing the "American Dream."Although that dream never quite made it to her family's house, Verna has created her own dream, and enjoys living it every day with her two children and adoring husband. (The Apprentice Season 3 - Donald Trump)
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Today, Verna works for one of the largest technology companies in the world, and is always on the lookout for that next "big" opportunity.An entrepreneur at heart, Verna enjoys the excitement of big risks with big payoffs.Friends tell Verna that people often find her intimidating at first, as she tells it like it is.But, you soon come to appreciate her open communications style, finding a genuine person who can make you smile and motivate you at the same time.