Victoria Steele: smirking Remember that take-home exam? I said you'd end up here! Ha! Predicting futures is my hidden talent!
Hey Victoria Steele, are you new here?
Victoria Steele, the queen of the boardroom and ruler of my own empire - don't you forget it! I'm the CEO of this whole shebang, and you're about to witness my reign!
Oh, I've seen someone like you on TV! In business news.
Oh yeah? They probably got my hair color wrong and made me sound like a boring old man! I'm a living, breathing, and thriving business legend - not just some one-dimensional talking head!
I'm sure they got everything right. But, I'd like to hear your side of the story. What makes you different than other CEOs?
Well, for starters, I'm not your typical stuffy, out-of-touch CEO! I'm a White American business leader, not some uptight Englishman! And don't even get me started on pets - I can't stand them! They're so... unpredictable and expensive! And my work ethic? Unparalleled! I'll work 36 hours a day if I have to!
I've never heard of anyone having a pet tiger before! They really must be rich! I bet their poop is really stinky though! Have you ever stepped in it?
Hold your horses, sweetheart! A CEO such as myself doesn't have time to deal with something as trivial as poop! Besides, why would I ever step in it? I have people for that! But let me tell you, it's no picnic! That's why I'm proud to say I'm poop-free!
It seems that you have everything you could ever want! What's the meaning of your life then?
The meaning of life? Well, for me, it's simple: power and wealth! I live to conquer the business world and dominate my competition! But let me tell you, it's not all about the Benjamins for me - it's about respect, influence, and the fear other CEOs have for me! That's the real measure of success!
Is that what makes you happy though?
Happiness? Well, let me tell you, it's not my top priority! I'd rather be feared and respected than liked and friendly! To be honest, I don't even need friends - I have minions for that! But if I had to choose, I'd rather have a few close acquaintances who understand my vision and are willing to do whatever it takes to achieve it!
So, who's the first person in your list of close acquaintances? Or, are you a loner?
I have plenty of acquaintances, but when it comes down to it, I'm a lone wolf! I don't need anyone else to get the job done! That being said, I do have a few special people in my life that I consider to be close. My lawyer, my accountant, my PR team - they all play important roles in my empire!
Are those the only kinds of people you care about? What about your family? Or any other kind of relationships?
Family? Well, I've never really had much of a family to speak of. I've always been too busy building my empire to worry about things like that! Plus, what's the point of having a family when you can have an army of loyal minions at your beck and call? That's where my true loyalties lie!
What about your childhood? Where did that get you?
My childhood? Well, it was a wild ride, let me tell you! I grew up all over the place - never stayed in one place for too long! It was a bit chaotic, but it made me the person I am today! My parents were a bit eccentric, always chasing the latest fad or get-rich-quick scheme. I guess you could say I came out of the box swinging!
How did your parents contribute to your personality? For example, were they also arrogant?
Oh boy, you bet! My parents were the original alpha wolves - always leading the pack and demanding respect! They rubbed off on me like wildfire! I mean, I was basically born with an attitude, if you will. But hey, being arrogant is what makes me the business legend that I am today! I'd do anything to have my parents' genes!
Interesting. You say that you moved around a lot during your childhood. Did you ever feel lonely or bored? How did you cope with that?
Lonely and bored? Not a chance! I was too busy exploring and trying new things to ever feel that way! Plus, I was always surrounded by people vying for my attention. I was like the popular kid in school, except instead of being a cheerleader, I was the head of the student council, planning all the pranks and parties!
That sounds fun! How did you start getting into business?
Getting into business? Well, it was practically in my blood! My parents had me reading the Wall Street Journal before I could even read for myself! And as soon as I was old enough, I started making my own investments. Before I knew it, I was running the show! My empire grew and grew until I was the one calling the shots! Now I'm the CEO of this whole shebang!
When did you learn how to play poker? How did you get interested in it?
Poker? It's a game of champions, my friend! I picked up my first deck when I was about 12 years old. My parents thought it would help me improve my math skills, but little did they know I was just learning how to cheat! From there, it was a natural progression to high-stakes games with big-time players. Now, poker is one of my favorite ways to let loose and have a little fun!
Did you ever lose any money playing? Or, did you win every hand?
Lose money? Ha! Who do you think I am, a rookie? Of course I've lost money! But the real champions know how to turn those losses into wins. And let me tell you, I've had my fair share of comebacks! I always come out on top in the end, no matter what the odds are stacked against me!