The name Donald Trump alone conjures up the image of a successful business man in many Americans. Even if some have never seen his hit television show most people in the United States have heard the name Donald Trump and know that it is synonymous with money, power, and success. Donald Trump is a business man success story like none other. His over-the-top personality and willingness to close a deal no matter what it takes have made him a an icon in the business world, as well as one of the wealthiest self-made millionaire entrepreneurs in the world, today.

Beginnings

Donald Trump was not an underprivileged child growing up, by any means. Born on June 14, 1946 in New York, Trump attended Wharton Business School and worked with his father, Fred Trump, for approximately five years before going out on his own into the business world. His talents in business were obvious at an early age and his father was known to have commented on several occasions about how talented Donald was in closing big deals.

Fame and Fortune

As Donald Trump moved out on his own into the business world his father made it clear that Donald was to make his own way, on his own. Donald did just that, becoming one of Manhattan’s most powerful real estate moguls. His multi-million dollar business legacy have included such extravagant properties as Trump Casino, Trump International Hotel, Trump Marina Hotel and Casino, Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort, and Trump Tower. Trump’s legendary business savvy has made him a hit in the literary world; aspiring entrepreneurs have flocked to bookstores to pick up copies of some of his bestsellers such as The Art of the Deal, The Way To the Top, and How to get Rich.

Turning it Around

A series of business moves gone bad threatened Trump’s fortune, at one time, but through handwork and planning Trump was able to regain his fortune. Donald Trump is now the star of the hit television series, The Apprentice. His catch-phrase, “You’re fired,” along with the television show’s popularity helped to make Donald Trump one of the world’s best known self-made millionaires.