Aw thanks for the lovely intro Niall. 
Really looking forward to being an advisor with David and helping out with the series!
Really looking forward to being an advisor with David and helping out with the series!
The Digital Spy Apprentice: Series 4!
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Next up we have a newer face to DSA, despite being one of the more recognisable members on The Apprentice forum! It's Tom (hownbrowncow)
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“I want to take part because I feel I'm good enough to win. I can bring organization, creativity, good leadership, and I am an interesting candidate. That is why I should be in the competition.”
“I want to take part because I feel I'm good enough to win. I can bring organization, creativity, good leadership, and I am an interesting candidate. That is why I should be in the competition.”
Our 3rd candidate is another newcomer - even to the extent that he only recently joined DS for the purpose of signing up for DSA! It is Shadi (Shadi.)!
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“My name is Shadi and I'll turn 21 in a couple of weeks. I hail from Almate, Mont Liban, Lebanon but I live in Lebanon's capital, Beirut. As for what I do in life, I'm a Banking&Finance student at the Lebanese American University, graduating in the upcoming fall. I have the highest GPA in the entire Business School (3.97/4) which consists of over 4,000 students.
My hobbies include writing, watching movies and TV shows, cooking, volleyball, and socializing.
I believe that I can win this contest because I have the three skills necessary to succeed, making me a triple threat. First, I'm very sociable, so I get along well with people and can work with them easily. Second, I consider myself intelligent, as I'm creative, possess analytic skills, and have a tendency to quickly adapt to new situations and understand difficult concepts. I'm also what people consider "street smart", which complements my academic and social intelligence. Third, I'm a hard worker, which is very important because even when you're smart, if you don't work hard and efficiently, you won't get anywhere in life.
I'm looking forward to working with my team and competing against what I believe will be a solid cast. I will take this contest very seriously, but I won't forget that this is, first and foremost, for entertainment and self-growth, and I will behave accordingly. ”
“My name is Shadi and I'll turn 21 in a couple of weeks. I hail from Almate, Mont Liban, Lebanon but I live in Lebanon's capital, Beirut. As for what I do in life, I'm a Banking&Finance student at the Lebanese American University, graduating in the upcoming fall. I have the highest GPA in the entire Business School (3.97/4) which consists of over 4,000 students.
My hobbies include writing, watching movies and TV shows, cooking, volleyball, and socializing.
I believe that I can win this contest because I have the three skills necessary to succeed, making me a triple threat. First, I'm very sociable, so I get along well with people and can work with them easily. Second, I consider myself intelligent, as I'm creative, possess analytic skills, and have a tendency to quickly adapt to new situations and understand difficult concepts. I'm also what people consider "street smart", which complements my academic and social intelligence. Third, I'm a hard worker, which is very important because even when you're smart, if you don't work hard and efficiently, you won't get anywhere in life.
I'm looking forward to working with my team and competing against what I believe will be a solid cast. I will take this contest very seriously, but I won't forget that this is, first and foremost, for entertainment and self-growth, and I will behave accordingly. ”
Our next candidate is one of the more recognisable faces of DSA, having taken part as a contestant in DSA2 and an advisor in DSA3! It's Zak (Satanel)
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“Hi, my name is Zak; I’m eighteen and from Newcastle.
I’m sure some of you will remember me from the second series when I came in a controversial third place. I’m smart, sophisticated and honest. If I choose to do something, I put my all into it and you will soon see that when I take the DSA crown.
Best of luck to all.”
“Hi, my name is Zak; I’m eighteen and from Newcastle.
I’m sure some of you will remember me from the second series when I came in a controversial third place. I’m smart, sophisticated and honest. If I choose to do something, I put my all into it and you will soon see that when I take the DSA crown.
Best of luck to all.”
The next candidate is the first female of the lineup and another newcomer to DSA - please welcome Emma (EastEnders-1105)!
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“Name: EastEnders-1105
Known as: Emma
Job: Student
about: Im a girl who loves EastEnders”
“Name: EastEnders-1105
Known as: Emma
Job: Student
about: Im a girl who loves EastEnders”
Coming up to the halfway point now, this next candidate was one of the most successful participants of the previous series and one of the most active posters of 'The Apprentice' forums - it is of course George (george.millman)!
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“Hi, I'm George. I think everyone on these forums knows me by now - I took part in DSA last year, and I contribute regularly to Apprentice-themed discussions.
In DSA3, I came fifth, being fired just before the interviews. I was noted for being a particularly controversial candidate, as I fell out with many of my co-workers, and in one particularly memorable boardroom I was almost fired despite being on the winning team. Whilst I may have got off on the wrong foot with some people last year, I feel like by the end people had come to respect me more and to appreciate that I work really hard and have no loyalties towards other candidates.
I was glad to get as far as I did last year, and this year I hope to get even further. I can't stand to do anything by halves - I only commit to things if I know that I have the time and the motivation, and I expect others to do the same. I respect people who can remain calm in stressful situations, avoid letting personal loyalties or grudges get in the way of work and express themselves eloquently and articulately. I dislike people who complain about people whilst not showing themselves to be any better (complaining is fine, but only if you have a solution to the problem) and also the expression 'There is no I in team'. Of course there is an I in team. You cannot feel proud of something that a team has done if you yourself have not made it something to be proud of.”
“Hi, I'm George. I think everyone on these forums knows me by now - I took part in DSA last year, and I contribute regularly to Apprentice-themed discussions.
In DSA3, I came fifth, being fired just before the interviews. I was noted for being a particularly controversial candidate, as I fell out with many of my co-workers, and in one particularly memorable boardroom I was almost fired despite being on the winning team. Whilst I may have got off on the wrong foot with some people last year, I feel like by the end people had come to respect me more and to appreciate that I work really hard and have no loyalties towards other candidates.
I was glad to get as far as I did last year, and this year I hope to get even further. I can't stand to do anything by halves - I only commit to things if I know that I have the time and the motivation, and I expect others to do the same. I respect people who can remain calm in stressful situations, avoid letting personal loyalties or grudges get in the way of work and express themselves eloquently and articulately. I dislike people who complain about people whilst not showing themselves to be any better (complaining is fine, but only if you have a solution to the problem) and also the expression 'There is no I in team'. Of course there is an I in team. You cannot feel proud of something that a team has done if you yourself have not made it something to be proud of.”
We have another new face to DSA up next who is hoping she has what it takes to make it all the way to the end - it's Roxie (fireemblemcraze)!
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“Hi, I'm Roxie and I'm working towards getting a degree in medicine. I think medicine and business tie in very well with each other (as much as Sir Alan Sugar doesn't like to think so). Learning to be a doctor teaches you the fundamentals of leadership, teamwork and good communication skills so I think I have a great skill set for the tasks ahead. Although people describe me as sweet and nice, I can be quite firm and aggressively creative too. Medicine itself requires me to be creative as there's so much innovation of old ideas to come up with new treatment plans and more efficient ways of dealing with existing conditions...there's so much creativity involved!
My approach to this competition will be one of teamwork - bringing out the best in people because everyone is capable and everyone has their own strengths IMO. But don't expect me to sit out on the bench because if there's anything my degree has taught me, it's the value of hard work.
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“Hi, I'm Roxie and I'm working towards getting a degree in medicine. I think medicine and business tie in very well with each other (as much as Sir Alan Sugar doesn't like to think so). Learning to be a doctor teaches you the fundamentals of leadership, teamwork and good communication skills so I think I have a great skill set for the tasks ahead. Although people describe me as sweet and nice, I can be quite firm and aggressively creative too. Medicine itself requires me to be creative as there's so much innovation of old ideas to come up with new treatment plans and more efficient ways of dealing with existing conditions...there's so much creativity involved!
My approach to this competition will be one of teamwork - bringing out the best in people because everyone is capable and everyone has their own strengths IMO. But don't expect me to sit out on the bench because if there's anything my degree has taught me, it's the value of hard work.
”
Our 8th candidate hoping to get the title is no other than Steve (Soppyfan)!
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“Obviously, I go by the name of Steve (or Sops if Roxie is around). I wish to join in, because I'm looking to do something new and different. What I can bring to the game is witty humour, nostalgia classics and if need be, forum weapons to counter any silly posts aimed at me!
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“Obviously, I go by the name of Steve (or Sops if Roxie is around). I wish to join in, because I'm looking to do something new and different. What I can bring to the game is witty humour, nostalgia classics and if need be, forum weapons to counter any silly posts aimed at me!
”
Hey everybody! 
I'm excited to be apart of this game, it's something different and I hope to do very well.
I'm excited to be apart of this game, it's something different and I hope to do very well.
Next up, and the third newcomer in a row, is Arran (Arran_Dempster)
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“Hey everyone! For those of you who don't know me, I'm Arran (if you hadn't guessed by the username). I'm quite lookin forward to this, as whilst I really like being creative and looking at business structures, target audiences, cutting edge ideas etc i haven't really put my skills into this context apart from at school, so I am ready to show others my skills, and learn from my fellow team! I have a keen eye for marketing, music related tasks, anything to do with English/using creativity, and anything to do with entertainment. I look forward to working everyone and hope the feelings are reciprocated. Thanks all!”
“Hey everyone! For those of you who don't know me, I'm Arran (if you hadn't guessed by the username). I'm quite lookin forward to this, as whilst I really like being creative and looking at business structures, target audiences, cutting edge ideas etc i haven't really put my skills into this context apart from at school, so I am ready to show others my skills, and learn from my fellow team! I have a keen eye for marketing, music related tasks, anything to do with English/using creativity, and anything to do with entertainment. I look forward to working everyone and hope the feelings are reciprocated. Thanks all!”
To break up the string of newcomers, we have a slightly more familiar face, having previously taken part in both DSA1 and DSA2 and also recently stepping into the role of LAS in his own Apprentice forum game earlier this year - how will he adapt to being back as a contestant? It's Mitchell (pothuthic)!
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“Last time I did DS Apprentice, I did it for the sake of doing it, my commitment was really lacking as many of you could see, I quit in task 2, I hope to turn that around this time.
I never used to watch the show as much, but since I last competed in DS Apprentice 2 years ago, I've become a huge fan of the US Celebrity Apprentice, which has given me many tips, I aim to achieve here.
I recently competed on an Apprentice game on a different forum and did considerably well, I hope to replicate my success on here”
“Last time I did DS Apprentice, I did it for the sake of doing it, my commitment was really lacking as many of you could see, I quit in task 2, I hope to turn that around this time.
I never used to watch the show as much, but since I last competed in DS Apprentice 2 years ago, I've become a huge fan of the US Celebrity Apprentice, which has given me many tips, I aim to achieve here.
I recently competed on an Apprentice game on a different forum and did considerably well, I hope to replicate my success on here”
Our penultimate candidate is one who has had success in games in other areas of the forum - will she be able to emulate that in DSA? It's Stacey (staceyxxx23)
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“I think I'd make a good candidate as I work efficiently, have good teamwork skills and have recently proven to have beaten the odds by making the top 3 of a previous DS game which shows I'm always aiming to impress. Also I'll be y'alls entertainment and won't let the game get boring. x”
“I think I'd make a good candidate as I work efficiently, have good teamwork skills and have recently proven to have beaten the odds by making the top 3 of a previous DS game which shows I'm always aiming to impress. Also I'll be y'alls entertainment and won't let the game get boring. x”
Finishing off the lineup is one of the more memorable contestants from two series back who is back to show us what she has to give - it's Jess (I've Got Class)!
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“Hello, viewers and fellow candidates. I'm Jess, for those who don't know me and I very much look forward to working with you all in the upcoming tasks. I'm a divisive figure on the forums, I'm very opinionated and outspoken and this can often cast a negative impression. However, this process is an opportunity for me to wipe the slate clean: I've entered this competition with the correct mindset and I'm intrigued to see what my competitors have to offer.”
“Hello, viewers and fellow candidates. I'm Jess, for those who don't know me and I very much look forward to working with you all in the upcoming tasks. I'm a divisive figure on the forums, I'm very opinionated and outspoken and this can often cast a negative impression. However, this process is an opportunity for me to wipe the slate clean: I've entered this competition with the correct mindset and I'm intrigued to see what my competitors have to offer.”
Great line-up. 
really looking forward to see how everyone does.
and of course thanks to our wonderful winner of last series and new Lord Sugar, Niall. I'm sure you'll be great
really looking forward to see how everyone does. and of course thanks to our wonderful winner of last series and new Lord Sugar, Niall. I'm sure you'll be great
Lmao interesting line-up to say the least.
Some good (and some not so good) intros & I'm sure David & Louise will be flawless advisors.
Some good (and some not so good) intros & I'm sure David & Louise will be flawless advisors.
So there we have it - the 12 candidates hoping to beat the rest and take the role of the next Digital Spy Apprentice! To recap, here's a list of the candidates partaking in this series:
Shaping up to be a great lineup and I'm really excited to begin this series
That's it for tonight - join me tomorrow night at 6PM where I'll be announcing your teams for task 1 and your first task! It would be beneficial for you all to be there at the start but if that's not possible then let either me or one of the advisors know and your team will be notified!
In the meantime I would suggest trying to acquaint yourselves with the other candidates by getting their Skype addresses - just for ease tomorrow so you can all be added to the right chat and we can start the task as soon as possible. If you're okay with that then you can post your Skype username in this thread so people can add you, but if you'd rather not have everyone see it then I would suggest doing it through PM. If any of you are having any issues with Skype then please let me know and I'll see if we can sort something out.
Hope to see you all tomorrow night!
Arran (Arran_Dempster)
Emma (EastEnders-1105)
George (george.millman)
Jess (I’ve Got Class)
Mitchell (pothuthic)
Naruto (NarutoFan100)
Roxie (fireemblemcraze)
Shadi (Shadi.)
Stacey (staceyxxx23)
Steve (Soppyfan)
Tom (hownbrowncow)
Zak (Satanel)
Emma (EastEnders-1105)
George (george.millman)
Jess (I’ve Got Class)
Mitchell (pothuthic)
Naruto (NarutoFan100)
Roxie (fireemblemcraze)
Shadi (Shadi.)
Stacey (staceyxxx23)
Steve (Soppyfan)
Tom (hownbrowncow)
Zak (Satanel)
Shaping up to be a great lineup and I'm really excited to begin this series
That's it for tonight - join me tomorrow night at 6PM where I'll be announcing your teams for task 1 and your first task! It would be beneficial for you all to be there at the start but if that's not possible then let either me or one of the advisors know and your team will be notified!
In the meantime I would suggest trying to acquaint yourselves with the other candidates by getting their Skype addresses - just for ease tomorrow so you can all be added to the right chat and we can start the task as soon as possible. If you're okay with that then you can post your Skype username in this thread so people can add you, but if you'd rather not have everyone see it then I would suggest doing it through PM. If any of you are having any issues with Skype then please let me know and I'll see if we can sort something out.
Hope to see you all tomorrow night!
What a fantastico line-up and I thoroughly look forward to working alongside Niall & Louise! Some of you may know me personally, some of you may just recognise the username. Some of you are my friends and some are not, but I'll be putting aside any feelings about our candidates beforehand going into the process, so if I take a disliking to you you only have yourself to blame.
My skype is Cluezilla8D, which you're going to need if I'm following you, so you best add me now to get it out of the way.
Good luck everybody, lets have a wonderful year of DSA!
My skype is Cluezilla8D, which you're going to need if I'm following you, so you best add me now to get it out of the way.
Good luck everybody, lets have a wonderful year of DSA!
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