The Price of Staying True to Your Values

From The Apprentice to Leadership & IntegrityThe Beyond with Aleksandra King podcast is where ambition, ethics, and unapologetic truth collide. In this episode, Aleksandra sits down with Gene Folkes—former U.S. Army serviceman, corporate leader, and Apprentice contestant who stood his ground against Donald Trump in the boardroom. Gene’s story is one of leadership, integrity, and resilience under pressure, showing what it means to hold onto your values when the stakes couldn’t be higher.What it was really like to compete under Trump’s scrutiny on The ApprenticeThe courage it takes to challenge stereotypes and remain true to your valuesThe personal and professional cost of choosing integrity over reality TV fameGene’s transition from military service to leadership in the corporate worldPractical lessons on confidence, mentorship, and ethical leadershipThis isn’t just reality TV—it’s a bold look at leadership, business ethics, and authenticity in the toughest environments. Aleksandra’s fearless style draws out Gene’s story of resilience, integrity, and what it takes to lead with confidence.Aleksandra King is a female podcast host breaking the mould—brave, unapologetic, and uncompromising. Her style is raw, confident, and designed for listeners who want more than small talk. If you’ve ever searched for podcasts about leadership, confidence, or unapologetic success—you’ve just found your new home.📲 Connect with Aleksandra:YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@AleksandraKingInstagram → https://instagram.com/king.aleksandraLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksandrakingTikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@king.aleksandraWebsite → https://aleksandraking.com🌐 Join Aleksandra’s Inner Circle → https://laylo.com/aleksandraking💌 Business inquiries → [email protected]👉 Don’t just listen—be part of the conversation.🌐 Join Here → https://laylo.com/aleksandrakingAleksandra podcast, Beyond with Aleksandra King Podcast, female podcast host, unapologetic podcast, Gene Folkes interview, The Apprentice USA, Donald Trump boardroom, leadership podcast, military to corporate transition, integrity in business, ethical leadership, resilience podcast, mentorship in business, female podcast host, fearless podcast host, podcasts like Joe Rogan, Call Her Daddy, Diary of a CEO, Steven Bartlett.📢 The views expressed by guests are their own and do not reflect those of Aleksandra King, the podcast, or its producers. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only.The views expressed by guests are their own and do not reflect those of Aleksandra King, the podcast, or its producers. This podcast is for entertainment only.🔥 What You’ll Learn🚀 Why Listen?👑 About Aleksandra🔍 Search Topics in This Episode