The inaugural episode of the series has virtually all the same components that propelled it to 15 seasons. There are 16 candidates in a 13 week job interview with the promise the winner gets a "6 digit salary" in the Trump organization.
The men's team, Versacorp, compete with the women's team, Protégé Corporation, on a more advanced business project this week. They are to produce a print ad, TV commercial, proposal and media plan for Marquis Jet, luxury business travel.
Donald says Sam is a "wild man" and Sam gets a chance to lead Versacorp, negotiating less than retail prices for a list of items, his team figuring it is time for him to "put up or shut up." Jessie leads Protégé, struggles with Omarosa.
The task is to boost sales at a Planet Hollywood for one evening shift, Protégé the first evening, Versacorp the next. For the fourth week, "womanly wiles" are the heart of Protégé's strategy and Versacorp members make questionable choices.